Ime looking at these online stylist companies and the reviews dont seem great. Is there a thing where someone goes shopping with you for a few hours to see what actually fits well?
6:01pm on 7/28/26 by
Totsypooh
No personal experience but I know that both Nordstrom and Ann Taylor offer in-store styling appointments.
6:10pm on 7/28/26 by
CitrusSwirlGirl
I have zero style. Blue Jean shorts and tshirts . Good luck .
6:40pm on 7/28/26 by
burfe1501
Zero style here too! I shop at costco. And uniqlo. :p
6:55pm on 7/28/26 by
Totsypooh
To keep it simple, I would go to Ann Taylor and ask them for help. Plenty of cute, professional, reasonably priced clothes. They'd probably love to have someone to dress!
6:56pm on 7/28/26 by
hol74976
Used to love anntaylor early in my career - will try that!
7:03pm on 7/28/26 by
Totsypooh
Wear your Mickey shirts and spirit jerseys, but curl your hair. You'll be set.
7:03pm on 7/28/26 by
trishr.
Go to an Ann Taylor Factory Store, @totsy. Same quality, good selection, better prices. Pretty sure there's one in the outlets near Disney.
7:08pm on 7/28/26 by
utang44
If you contact a department store like Macys, you can make a personal stylist appointment to try things on in the store. My mom's very well dressed friend has always done this. I am more on the tomboy side. :-) Good luck in the interviews, @Totsy!
7:17pm on 7/28/26 by
TumbleMonkeys
Stich fix is my go to. Their pants always fit me!!
7:22pm on 7/28/26 by
Phillylaura
When I had to 'adult' my professional wardrobe, I got several prices from LOFT. I think on Liner recommendation, too. Same parent company as Ann Taylor.
7:34pm on 7/28/26 by
moondance07
And by adult i mean - finally got rid of my right-out-of-college stuff. Wore that stuff many many years.
7:41pm on 7/28/26 by
moondance07
I have had good experiences at White House Black Market with salespeople helping me. I think they may also be owned by Ann Taylor parent company. WHBM is one of the few places remaining big where I can find petite sizes.
7:45pm on 7/28/26 by
evamarie320
Thanks for all these recommendations! loft was where I built my grad school interviewing wardrobe. Probably worth a look again!
7:50pm on 7/28/26 by
Totsypooh
Nordstrom used to have that kind of help. But their service has gone way downhill ... not sure if they still do
9:59pm on 7/28/26 by
VikeQueen
Good luck!!
10:00pm on 7/28/26 by
VikeQueen
Talbots got me jobs/professional school entry in my 20s and my 50s. Joyless purchases but needed. Engage a seamstress or tailor if needed. I'm old! You kids get offa my lawn!
11:03pm on 7/28/26 by
joeyjojojuniorshabadoo
Chicos also have stylists that help. There are stores in Winter Park and Winter Garden. Also an outlet nearby, I'm told.
11:13pm on 7/28/26 by
snowdiz
Nordstrom offers free hemming service.
9:14am on 7/29/26 by
jules_fletch
I can confirm that the Ann Taylor at the outlet is fantastic. Needed a dress for an event 2 nights ago that DH forgot to mention. Lovely lady named Martha was super helpful and got me all fixed up. I feel like Loft is more casual than actual AT.
10:38am on 7/29/26 by
youcanfly
Going in person if possible is best! Good luck!
10:58am on 7/29/26 by
maurine08
I've had great experiences with stylist appointments at JCrew (many years ago) and Macys. Was just thinking of trying it again. I've also found salespeople at Loft and Ann Taylor to be helpful.
12:07pm on 7/29/26 by
royjoyahoy
Agree with @snow, Chicos employees are really helpful. I've found WHBM(same company) brings exactly the opposite items I'm looking for (and ignore my age!) so I walk out.
12:37pm on 7/29/26 by
irenek
Once a Chico stylist knew my style, she also sends me messages about related items going on sale.
12:46pm on 7/29/26 by
snowdiz
Thanks so much! With try chicos and ann taylor outlet then! Cant wait to leave!
2:03pm on 7/29/26 by
Totsypooh
I have been dipping my toes in the clothes rental market. Used nully for a conference and I have a rent the runway dress coming for a wedding next month. So far I've had really good experiences.
3:36pm on 7/29/26 by
jenc45
I looked into that @jenny but wondered what I'd do if dress arrived and it didn't fit. They only send it a few days before event. Let me know how it goes.
3:43pm on 7/29/26 by
evamarie320
Try consignment stores and goodwill if you have time too:) never know what you'll find tho...
8:43pm on 7/29/26 by
vmorrison63
Oh my very good friend recommended nully too! Shes been very happy with the service
8:50pm on 7/29/26 by
Totsypooh
I was looking into stich fix and daily look but the reviews seem mixed. And im not sure about not being able to try on for size
8:51pm on 7/29/26 by
Totsypooh
Mrs. Allan did StitchFix for awhile. It's good for what you're asking about - a 'personal stylist' - but I don't think it will be quick enough for what you need. You could always send back clothes after trying them on, though, I'll give it that.
9:31pm on 7/29/26 by
allanadale
I had very mixed experience with Stitch Fix. Things generally fit and so added a few cute things to update my wardrobe. But stylist sent opposite of what I requested. Finally quit it.
9:36pm on 7/29/26 by
evamarie320
I have good luck at Talbots. They can order in your size to try on at store or st home and return. I am specific about fabrics and comfort. Ann Taylor can be dressier
9:44pm on 7/29/26 by
Magicalday2011
I mean- if they can't accept you in Mickey shirts and spirit jerseys, are they really worth working for? :)
I have no useful suggestions , but good luck on all your interviews!
9:33am on 7/30/26 by
lizshiv
Its one of these roles where you need to cosplay grownup and professional. :)
9:37am on 7/30/26 by
Totsypooh
lol!
10:00am on 7/30/26 by
evamarie320
Oh, then agree with using a professional. Not only will they find clothes that best fit your body, but they will know the color combos that work to convey your stance. Professional, trustworthy, calm, bold, all have their own palette. Good luck!
10:09am on 7/30/26 by
trishr.
Talbots in store is good, and I've had good experiences overall with stitch fix and Nuuly!
11:18am on 7/30/26 by
LaurenInWonderland
Update! Highly recommended local stylist did not respond. fancy Bloomingdales stylist - texted me, i responded with detailed needs/questions. Got a poorly spelled, barely decipherable odd message, saying that if i wasbt willing to spend more than $200
9:24am by
Totsypooh
Per item, she could not help and to go shop online instead. Only she didnt use a single full sentence. So, so ODD. Finally a nice person from macys called me, booked a time to meet in person with some nice picks and a private room. Offered to walk the
9:25am by
Totsypooh
Floor to see what i liked, said snacks and drinks would be available. Says she says even places like Target can have useful peices. Going today. So excited!
9:27am by
Totsypooh
There is also an Ann Taylor and a few other brands in the mall. DH has intructed to repress the instinct to scrimp on clothes :p (dude we leave for orlando in 72 hrs. The money is long gone...) lol.
9:28am by
Totsypooh
Excited to hear how it turns out. And oh my $200 per item?!? The only clothing I ever purchased over $200 was my wedding dress, LOL. Guess that tells you something about me.
9:30am by
WendyMarie
Oh that's so fun! Can't wait to hear how Macys goes! Weird about Bloomingdale's. I have visions of Pretty Woman "you work on commission right? Big mistake, huge. I'm going shopping now."
10:01am by
popupcamper
Macys was GREAT. She was super helpful, figured out what I liked quickly and found me some cute things and really good deals. She showed me combinations i wouldnt have thought of and found things that fit really well. Perfect jeans at 75pct off!
9:45pm by
Totsypooh
I found 2 suits for interviews and some mix and match tops. a bunch of work casual and fun casual things. She made me try bright orange pants. :D passed on that but did get the matching shirt. Ha!
9:47pm by
Totsypooh
And it was totally pretty woman. I walked out with two armloads of stuff. I think i need to sleep on it, try things on again and cull it down a bit but really love most of it.
9:50pm by
Totsypooh
This will not be a surprise to anyone who knows what the first part of my Liner name is, but I own orange pants.
10:11pm by
utang44
Orange pants made me remember
yrs ago shopping w/my mom. I made fun of a hot pink sheer shirt saying "who would wear that?!" But then I thought about it, tried it on, bought it, wore it for years, &was sad when it got a pull in it & had to be thrown out
10:18pm by
evamarie320