We thought we’d give this a try — on the off chance you’re stuck at the office and want to talk about, well, anything, we thought we’d open a post for you guys. Enjoy! Pictured: Mikasa “Pure Red” Coffee Cup and Saucer, 10 oz.
, available at Macys.com for $15.99 (was $25).
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Curious where the good sales are this weekend? We’ve done the legwork for you — check our round-up, after the jump…
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Happy Fourth of July! In honor of the holiday, we’ll be taking Friday off (as we hope everyone else will, also). We’ll try to do a round-up of the sales going on; there are some major deals to be had this weekend.
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Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices.
Okay, yesterday’s attempt at an A-line look may have been a swing and a miss, but we’re truly loving this silk colorblock skirt from Abaete, which is ever so helpfully included in Bloomingdale’s 40% off Fourth of July sales. We love the fact that it’s mostly black, but with just a bit of details that remind of us of an Art Deco painting we can’t quite remember right now. Gorgeous. And we love a good discount — this skirt was $242, and is now $86. Abaete Women’s “Kendra” Silk Color-Block Skirt
If you’ve recently seen a great work piece you’d like to recommend to the readers, please e-mail editor@corporette.com with “TPS” in the subject line.
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For busy working women, the suit is often the easiest outfit to throw on in the morning. In general, this feature is not about interview suits, which should be as classic and basic as you get — instead, this feature is about the slightly different suit that is fashionable, yet professional.
Wow, there is really not a lot of stock out there for women’s suits right now — perhaps retailers think women don’t wear/buy suits in the summer? Curious. In any event, we’re liking this suit for a nice option for the summer, particularly given colors it comes in (both featured). It comes with a simple sheath dress underneath — perfect for the commute or after-dinner drinks with friends — and then has a very buttoned-up, almost shawl-type look for the day. Accessories would be tricky — we might put a brooch, or two, on the shoulder (on the same side as the button) to draw the eye up. And considering the price – $69 at Overstock.com — it’s hard to go wrong. Harve Benard Women’s 2-piece Dress Suit
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Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices.
Today we’re loving this dress from Lauren by Ralph Lauren. We like the deep V, the empire waist, and the swingy skirt that looks professional yet kicky at the same time. We’d wear it with a bold, colorful necklace, and a fitted sweater or cropped jacket — you want to keep the clean line on the top half of your body. It’s $124 at Nordstrom. Lauren by Ralph Lauren Faux Wrap Matte Jersey Dress
Editor’s Note — We’ve noticed that a lot of commenters have noted that they’d like to see Corporette feature more A-line shapes — our hesitation has always been that it’s very difficult to find that shape in professional-looking clothes; so many end up looking like ladies-who-lunch clothes (or worse, party clothes). Maybe we’re looking in the wrong places, though — if any of you pear-shaped ladies have brands or stores that you absolutely adore (for work clothes), please let us know.
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Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices.
We’ve noticed this blazer before, but never liked the idea of it enough for a Suit of the Week — and, priced at $395, we didn’t like it enough for a “splurge.” But now, marked down 40%, it suddenly seems like a great piece to buy and keep at the office to throw on top of other outfits that need a blazer either because you’re cold, are heading to the CEO’s office and not wearing a suit, or otherwise need to cover your arms. We like the fact that it’s basic black, but with interesting details — the extremely wide lapels, the snap closure hidden behind the tie, and the flattering ruching/A-line effect. Was $395, now $237 at Nordstrom.com. DKNY Tie Front Jacket
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Today’s reader mail asks an excellent question: what to wear for a corporate photograph?
I am a mid-level commercial litigator with a small firm in Chicago. In a couple of weeks, a photographer is coming to the office to update everyone’s website pic. I was wondering if you could provide advice on what the best look is for such a picture, obviously a suit, but is a shell better than button down, etc. Also, any tips on the best way to wear hair and the appropriate jewelry.
This is such an interesting question, particularly because, in many offices, you don’t get a chance to take these photographs that often — so one photograph could be your “face” in the office phone book and on the web for the indefinite future. For our $.02: You want to look neat and professional, but also attractive in a non-sexual way. We would also aim to look “friendly” and “trustworthy.” (Our theory here is that your pedigree will likely be listed alongside the picture — your schools, your honors — but your personality will, most likely, be absent. A future client, a recruiter, or a partner from another office will see that you’re smart and accomplished; but the photo also has to convey likeability.) (Also, it doesn’t hurt to keep in mind that future dates and ex-boyfriends can all find this picture if they Google you.)
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As you can see, we’ve done a slight redesign to the site, with more changes to come (hopefully soon). What do you think of it so far? What else would you like to see us add? We’d love to hear your thoughts.
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