I used to love Ann Taylor and Casual Corner. And FIlene's and Jordan Marsh (Macy's now, and I don't like it as well), but only if something was on sale. Also the original Filene's Basement in Boston. They used to have gorgeous clothes there for really great prices.

More recently, I have good luck at Kohl's. But you need to have the patience to really look until you find what you want there.

Looking my best has always been important to me. Doing it on a limited budget is a challenge at times.