I was changing jobs and had to upgrade from work-at-home running suits to business suits with 1 week's notice.  I found designer pants suits there for about $60 each.  I had already seen Nordstrom's $900 suits that were off-the-rack and ill-fitting.  For $60 I could get them tailored to fit me and look great.  The following week, I am embarrassed to report that I splurged and paid $500 for an Armani pants suit that turns heads when I wear it.  
                        
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