Need "Creative Professional" Wardrobe Advice!

Generally, for any professional job interview, a suit is best. Don't over think it. Wear something simple and classic that looks good on you and makes you feel confident. This could be a suit with a skirt or pants. If you don't have a suit, then a nice, simple (not bright colors or too revealing) skirt and top.

It's important to impress them at the interview. At the interview you can observe what other people are wearing. Even businesses where most of the employees dress casually will expect candidates to wear a suit for the interview.

Don't forget what Coco Chanel said. "Dress shabbily and they remember the dress; dress impeccably and they remember the woman."

Without knowing your age or budget it is a bit difficult to advise you, but I'll be the third person to mention Ann Taylor, for a basic midpriced classic suit. Don't look online to start, go to an Ann Taylor store and try on the pantsuits. That also provides you with nice pants, when you leave off the blazer.

ETA: Age and size DO matter. And budget, certainly matters. Elie Tahari and related brand Theory make beautiful suits but the sizing is maybe not as wide-ranging as some other brands. Brooks Brothers has some great conservative classics but not as inexpensive as Ann Taylor on sale. (Speaking from "savvy urban" experience here in NYC - I would even wear a neon bright pop of color for summer, a cute sundress, but I am not as old or as large as I may become in the future, so I take certain fashion "liberties" that I might not always feel comfortable doing in future years. AND - those concepts are reflected in my work environments; there is no "most women here wear ------"; workplace fashion is not necessarily one-size-fits-all. No pun intended.)

I think it would help to spend some time in the area of town you'll be working, coffee shops, etc. during the workday and see what people are wearing.
For example when I walk around in the financial/tech district of San Francisco (where there are TONS of creative professionals) I notice lots of slacks, ankle pants, pencil skirts with tucked in blouses, colorful but not flashy, tailored dresses. Even the more casual people on the street are still well put together, NICE jeans, good shoes, belts, fitted jackets/cardigans. In other words, not sloppy or baggy.
It is STILL a good idea to wear some kind of suit or at least a jacket and skirt or slacks to an interview, and keep it basic. You want to look polished and you don't want your outfit, hair or jewelry distracting from your face and your voice. Closed toe shoes and minimal bling.
For professional basics I like Tahari, Calvin Klein, Jones New York, all available at Macy's.

It's really difficult to respond to this post based on the information given. We don't know your body type, age, height, and other factors like hair color and skin tone, that would come into play.

If I were in your position, I would consider hiring a stylist to help or even going to a company that does what I want to do, sit outside and check out the wardrobe of the people entering the building. You always should dress just a little nicer. You want to stand out and leave a positive impression.

A simple black or navy suit with stylish accessories or jewelry may be the way to go. I've worn a bright red suit once with a super fitted pencil skirt (I borrowed from a friend) to an interview for an accounting position. I got the job. My direct supervisor hated that suit but the others on the panel admired my boldness.

It's hard to say. Your post really doesn't give us enough information to respond to your question.

I love to shop at White House Black Market, Ann Taylor, Calvin Klein, Macy's, Overstock, Zulilly, etc.

Maybe this is a silly idea, but if I were in this situation, I'd book an appointment with a stylist in a salon in an area where I'd be planning to work. For example, if I were getting a job in a financial institution downtown, I'd walk around that neighborhood and find a nice salon there, and make an appointment. I'd get my nails done, and/or ask for a updated hair cut or a slightly updated color or highlights (nothing drastic). I'd chat with the stylist about what he or she is noticing on clients who work in the business area: what's stylish, what's not. I think that people who work in salons have a unique perspective and I think that they know what looks good and what doesn't. The stylist might even have unique advice for you.

Of course, that's just my thinking. I take care of my daughter and most of my time is spent making supper and waiting in the line at the pharmacy for her medication refills or sitting in doctors' offices. So my creative professional wardrobe consists of hoping my clothes are clean and not embarrassing.

Good luck with your new career!

I always wear a suit on a first interview when looking for a job. The best colors are
navy & black.
I wear a print blouse under a solid blazer with matching pants.
Have 2-3 suits for interview. Later you can add skirts.
Bring a notepad and pen.
Your best assets are a smile, firm handshake and your smarts.
Always thank them for their time at the end of the interview.
Don't talk too much...which means overtalking. Answer their question then wait
for another question while smiling.
Get plenty of rest the night before an interview.
Once you land the job you can go buy a bunch of slacks & blouses, a few dresses and a few blazers.
The best stores I have found were Macy's, Anne Taylor & Talbots. You can always buy more later once you land the job.
Some good accessories: 2 nice chunky bracelets, 2 nice statement piece
necklaces, some good jewelry for earrings, a scarf to tie around your neck &
a nice purse.
You will be fine. Just buy 2 nice suits for interviews. If you are totally broke, look
at upscale thrift stores for 2 suits in basic colors looking for brand name tags
on the clothing. Good luck!

I am a huge White House Black Market fan. My good friend works there so I am fortunate to have my own stylist! She knows me and my type. One thing I have learned is to try on whatever she suggests and 9 times out of 10 that item would be a NO from me until I had it on. She works wonders for me! I am petite and I love the dresses, pants and jackets. I wear the tees daily... not just your basic tee.. a good quality classic.

I also run our company and I deal with other company owners, manufacturers and vendors. I love a classic blazer that I can dress up or down.

Other places I like are Ann Taylor, Francesca's, boutique type stores.

Congratulations!!

I'd do dress slacks, slim line skirts, blouses, maybe a jacket if it's a cooler day, and nicer closed toe low heel shoes. Minimal jewelry and makeup. Hair loose and tidy.

Just look professional but not too formal.