So as I have posted, I will be working in DC this summer. Right now my professional wardrobe is sad, and I have been out of the game so long I really dont know what to look for. This forum has made me realize something big. A lot of times it is worth it to invest a bit of money and buy high quality items because in the long run they will end up costing less.

I know we have a lot of professionals on this forum, and quite a few gentlemen that have very good taste. I am willing to drop a bit of cash to buy nice accessories.

My first question would be on shoes. Right now my dress loafers are about worn out and I have a pair of bargain wingtips that due for anything around here, but I dont want to look like a schmuk wearing cheap shoes in DC. What style (oxford, loafer, monkstrap. . . ) of shoe would you reccomend for daily office wear and what brands have you had good experiences with.

As far as dress clothes are concerned I recently purchased an all wool dark blue pinstripe, and I also have an entry level Armani Navy blue blazer. What else would you reccomend that I purchase to survive daily life in a professional office and to get the most mileage out of my money?

Thanks in advance for any advice.

BB