Before I start my new job next week, I wanted to add a few "corporate" type pieces to my wardrobe. This position is higher on the ladder for me and I would like to dress the part. I want to still maintain my "funkitude" but ensure it's appropriately combined with the rest of my clothing.

I've ordered a black blazer and pencil skirt suit made out of a good quality wool blend suiting fabric, as well as a pair of high-waisted navy drapey trousers with a black tuxedo stripe down each side.

Please note that these pictures are horrendous (no make up and undone hair) and the lighting isn't great. Also, I would wear dark hose with the skirt - I think it borders on too short and if keeping, would actually have the one inch seam allowance let down. It does pass the sit down test though. I have also tucked the hem under on the trousers to try and show them at the proper length. They are too long as is.

These aren't the best stylings but it's a start - I could also try and get some better pictures tomorrow with at least some daylight from the window instead of the pitch black darkness we're in right now.

Over to you ladies…personally I love the suit and can see wearing it as a suit and then also breaking up the pieces with other items. For reference, the black blazer is the same size and make as my white blazer. The skirt is a perfect fit and very comfortable. The trousers I'm a little unsure of.

BTW the stress of the last two months has caught up with me in the form of a 7 pound weight gain and ill fitting clothes…poop…

P.S. Gain thinks I should keep everything just so he can have the box!