RIGHT ON TARGET?

I’ve been thinking a lot lately about my wardrobe. I like to think of myself as a fashionable individual. After all, in my senior class in high school, I was elected “Best Dressed” (and Most Talented, too). So, I try to always look my best. I think I’m getting a little too old to wear Abercrombie & Fitch or Hollister, and unfortunately, my bank account won’t allow too many trips to Jos. A. Banks or Brooks Brothers, at least at this juncture. Actually, my bank account these days allows the occasional trip to TJ Maxx or Ross Dress for less, and when, lucky, a trip to Belk, thanks to the help of gift cards I sometimes receive for a job well done.

One of my favorite places to go—even if I don’t purchase anything is Target. I’ve found myself lately checking out the dress clothes in the Men’s department at Target. Honestly, I’ve seen some nice things. Without sounding snobbish, I’m really torn as to whether I should consider creating a wardrobe from Target.

Here’s my confession: I don’t want to be a snob, but I want to look good. I want to be in style. I think that what we wear on the outside reflects how we feel on the inside. Should I just suck it up and buy some things from Target, or should I save my money and wait until I can afford something else from one of the more “upscale” retailers?

Dear readers, I need your thoughts…