Shoes

[PAlady]

A bag won't make or break a job interview, but, get a bag that the handles do not make a lot of noise (chain handles), stands up on its own, and is not overwhelming in size. It is very distracting when a woman is wrestling with her bag because is it too big for her.

[foo foo shi shi]

Lots of good advice in this thread and we all bring something different to the table. Ultimately, I think if you have an idea of what your daughter likes or if she has a wish list as others have suggested, that's a good place to start.

[Campion]

I don't know if it will help, but the Dooney bag I carry that gets the most compliments for looking "high end" is the Janine style. But they are only selling a patent and a floral version right now. I think any conservative, neutral-colored bag that looks well-made would do--and that can account for a lot of differences in tastes in handbag styles.

[stevieb]

One bag that comes to mind and that has already been suggested, that is both classic and stylish, serves many functions and can be worn many ways, is one of the versions of the Chelsea... If you're inclined to spend a significant sum, the woven version (Tessuta) in the solid coffee color choice is about as classic as it gets... but almost any of the leathers used on this bag are very nice and most come in a nice array of color choices.