Sick

[mynewplace]

The power that be's (yes, it's one woman in power here) has decided that we're not going to be permitted to wear denim any more. Not only no more jeans on Friday, but no denim. Period. I can't afford to dress any better than I do on the salary they pay me. I haven't had a genuine raise in five years. As I mentioned just recently, I received an incremental raise, as did all state employees, that amounted to about $40 more a pay period, and moved me just above the 'free lunch and free daycare' line.

I'm so tired of this shit. I'm not sure I can shape up my behavior enough to maintain a job anywhere else. There's only one consolation - that you fat girls will understand. I don't have to wear jeans to be comfy - I can wear stretchy cotton leggings and feel just as good or better. Not as flattering or attractive as the more expensive slacks, but they're not asking me to dress well. Nor are they paying me to do so. The leggings are cheap and come in a multitude of colors. Problem with cheap clothes is they need to be replaced frequently, and you have to be constantly vigilant to the whims of the manufacturer - they can eliminate a style that works for you as soon as you find it.

So back to the leggings, I guess.

I'm probably going to have to purchase a bunch of new shoes, too. I bet sandals will be the next thing to go.

Comments

[blairly.livejournal.com]

DHHR changed the dress code at the beginning of the year. While my office is contracted BY DHHR, we still have to stick to it, and it's WEIRD. We can wear jeans in any color, as long as it's not blue. BUT, we can wear blue denim SKIRTS. It makes no sense.

[sapphirescarlet.livejournal.com]

We now can't wear denim of any color. Period. Which sux because I'm sitting here in black jeans.

[blairly.livejournal.com]

I have one pair of black jeans that didn't fit but probably do now, now that I think about it.

I've been having HUGE luck with Old Navy clearance lately. Bless them for finally getting plus sizes. I got cords for $6, slacks for under $10. I did pay full price for jeans but I'm so picky about them that it's worth it and they were still under $30. I find shirts for $2-10 on clearance there consistantly.

[sapphirescarlet.livejournal.com]

Sounds like great deals! Can't wear their plus sizes.

[blairly.livejournal.com]

Well, crap. Sorry.

[sapphirescarlet.livejournal.com]

Eh, no biggie! Typical, you know. I might just hie me to FatBug this weekend.