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Travel back in the Corporette time capsule… Here’s what was on our minds oh so many moons ago. |
One year ago…
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices.
My first reaction is that this top is pricey for what it is — $118! — but I think this will end up being worth the price when you factor in cost per wear, because this is the kind of piece that you can wear year round in a strong enough fabric to last a few years. The “aqua lake” color (pictured) is pretty; it’s also available in black and white for $118 at Nordstrom. Classiques Entier® Silk Blend Jersey Top
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Hell-o, gorgeous, streamlined tote (on sale!) from Tory Burch. I love the origami-inspired designed, the mix of semi-gloss leather and suede (you can see it much better on the color versions of the bag), and the organization looks pretty decent as well. Something about it looks fresh yet classic at the same time. It was $650, but is now on sale at Tory Burch for $325 in black and putty; UK-based retailer Farfetch has a lovely teal blue for $472. Penelope Tote
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Update: The surprise sale at Kate Spade has been extended an extra day — save up to 75% off prices. Nice!
How do you fend off questions from nosy coworkers — particularly when it’s a “plus one” business event and you’re by yourself? Reader R, moving to a new city, doesn’t want to feel like she’s under a microscope at an upcoming picnic:
I’m relocating & starting my first professorship at a university. The faculty are having a picnic in honor of the new members (myself and one other person) before the semester begins. This is also a “family & signifcant others” event and therein lies the problem: I’m single & moving out of state. Translation: I won’t know anyone or be able to invite anyone. Not to sound shallow, but I don’t want to field questions about my personal life (i.e dating, engaged, etc) because it is really no one’s business. But with children & spouses/so’s running around, I feel as though it is inevitable. Age, too, plays a factor. I am by far the youngest faculty member…
Congrats on your new professorship and the new city — it sounds like an adventure! I think you’re right to expect some curiosity about your personal life, but I think that’s par for the course for any smaller office. I think the bigger (and more impersonal) the office is, the more you can stay private — but even then, the more you become “known” (particularly when you start supervising people), the more people become curious about the basic facts of our personal life. So while I can understand not wanting to get into the deeper details of your personal life, you may be heading into the office with the slightly wrong attitude. It isn’t an interrogation — people just want a simple answer, and I think will find it weirder if you decline to answer than if you answer briefly. Some sample scripts for you: [Read more...]
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices.
So we know after my little shopping expedition the other day that I’m a fan of BOSS — add this dress to the list! I love the graphic florals, the muted blues, and the flattering hemline and wearable sleeves. It’s $295 at Bloomingdale’s, sizes XS-XL. BOSS Black Short Sleeve Printed Dress
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The Piperlime Half-Yearly sale has started, and there’s a ton of good stuff. I find myself drawn to a lot of the pieces by Sabine, a new-to-me brand that has clothes and jewelry, all with what feel like a fresh, almost French vibe. This long red pendant necklace is kind of really cool — the perfect accent for a summery white top. It was $28, but is now marked to $9.97. Stone Pendant Long Necklace
