Ok I’m going to put myself out there because I’m here to help others with advice, at the risk of embarrassment myself.
Yes, I am a professional and yes I have a full time job but I still have to cut corners.
I buy many of my professional attire and even evening gowns at Value Village.
They look (and some are) brand spanking new.
The best part is when you clean out your closet, you receive discount cards (ie 20%off) whenever you drop a bag off!