Q. Hi Jordan,

I am wrapping up my Ph.D. and getting ready to re-enter the adult world again at age 31. The interviews I'm going on are typically three-day long ordeals [that last] from breakfast till dinner and drinks in the evening.

I like having fun with fashion, and want to be myself at these interviews! I typically like wearing dresses that are fitted on top, accentuate my waist, and are looser on the bottom.

I'd love to know if you have any recommendations for clothes that would be professional, comfortable for long days, yet not old and stuffy, and not pants suits?! I'm thinking about treating myself to these shoes for the interviews - they're cute, classic, and comfortable for long periods of standing and walking around campus.