Spark
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In re-reading your initial question, personal economics seems too be as much of an issue as canvassed-or-not/structured-or-not dilemma for you.
One way around that is to start by finding an excellent alterations tailor, having your measurements taken, and then shopping on B&S or Fleabay. This allows you to both buy garments of much, much better quality and construction at (generally) far lower prices than RTW retail.
Bonus Round: You'll also learn a lot about tailoring as you alter stuff, as well as some real insights into what style works best for you and your physique.
@dirnelli is the master at this and, I believe he wrote a piece saying if he had to do it all over again, this is exactly how he would re-build his wardrobe. If you are unfamiliar with him, here's a read you might enjoy:
One way around that is to start by finding an excellent alterations tailor, having your measurements taken, and then shopping on B&S or Fleabay. This allows you to both buy garments of much, much better quality and construction at (generally) far lower prices than RTW retail.
Bonus Round: You'll also learn a lot about tailoring as you alter stuff, as well as some real insights into what style works best for you and your physique.
@dirnelli is the master at this and, I believe he wrote a piece saying if he had to do it all over again, this is exactly how he would re-build his wardrobe. If you are unfamiliar with him, here's a read you might enjoy: