If you like your G23, buy some good gear and carry it. As for the 1911, get one. I'm no fan of 3 inchers but there are lots that are. In the CDP & EMP price range, you might want to look at STI.
http://www.stiguns.com/
Pic is a G19 in a Desbian Covert IWB. It sits deep with a 20° cant, hides a mid size Glock easily.