We’re loving this vintage-inspired skirt suit from Rebecca Taylor. All the little details make it so gorgeous and interesting: the notched collar, the puffed sleeves, the pickstitch detailing, the backpleat on the jacket, and we love, love the defined waist. The fabric flower/boutonniere is actually our least favorite part, if only because you have to … Read More about Suit of the Week
Archives for February 2009
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Rachel Mara Short Sleeve Top in Cream
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We begin the week in splurge mode, with our most expensive suggestions, and wind our way to Friday, where a less expensive item of clothing might be just what you need to make it to the weekend. You have to … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Rachel Mara Short Sleeve Top in Cream
Poll: How High is Too High?
Our readers are thinking along similar lines, because a second reader wrote in to wonder if there is a limit on how high a shoe can be before it’s unacceptable for work. I recently bought some shoes, including these (pictured) (3″ black patent with tweed edging–for $30, I figured why not). When I tried them … Read More about Poll: How High is Too High?
Reader Mail: How to Make Heels Comfy
How do you make your heels comfortable? (Update: Check out our Guide to Comfortable Heels!) We’ve gotten a lot of questions about shoes lately and thought we would have celebrate today as a shoe day. So we’ve got two posts coming your way: first, a question about how to make heels comfortable. Second, a question … Read More about Reader Mail: How to Make Heels Comfy
Splurge Tuesday’s TPS Report: Taryn Rose Women’s Charis Criss Cross Pump
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We begin the week in splurge mode, with our most expensive suggestions, and wind our way to Friday, where a less expensive item of clothing might be just what you need to make it to the weekend. There was so … Read More about Splurge Tuesday’s TPS Report: Taryn Rose Women’s Charis Criss Cross Pump
Weekly Roundup
Liking these posts? Follow Corporette on Twitter — this is the edited version of what we’re reading! (We also Tweet if we hear about a good sale.) – Michelle Obama’s on the cover of Vogue, causing Jezebel to wonder whether people are tired of hearing about Michelle Obama’s fashion choices. (We’re not!) [Jezebel, HuffPo] Meanwhile, … Read More about Weekly Roundup
Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: New York and Co.’s City Style Fly Away Cardigan
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We begin the week in splurge mode, with our most expensive suggestions, and wind our way to Friday, where a less expensive item of clothing might be just what you need to make it to the weekend. We like this … Read More about Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: New York and Co.’s City Style Fly Away Cardigan
Poll Results – Maybe Miniskirts Aren’t Weekend Wear, Either
Obviously, miniskirts are not office-wear. However, about a week ago, we asked when — and if — miniskirts become inappropriate even on the weekends if you’re a serious, professional woman. As always, the poll is still open, but the initial results are in: 40% said the miniskirt question came down to a woman’s legs: if … Read More about Poll Results – Maybe Miniskirts Aren’t Weekend Wear, Either
Thursday’s TPS Report: Banana Republic’s Pleated Printed Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We begin the week in splurge mode, with our most expensive suggestions, and wind our way to Friday, where a less expensive item of clothing might be just what you need to make it to the weekend. We’re normally not … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Banana Republic’s Pleated Printed Dress
Suit of the Week: Liz Claiborne New York Diagonal Stripe Suit
We’re intrigued by this suit from Isaac Mizrahi’s new collection for Liz Claiborne New York. As Liz Claiborne Chief Creative Officer Tim Gunn might have said: it’s a lot of look. Accordingly, we’d probably wear it as separates except for a few specific circumstances where we want to look extremely young and hip and in-your-face … Read More about Suit of the Week: Liz Claiborne New York Diagonal Stripe Suit
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Ella Moss Skye Stripe Tie Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We begin the week in splurge mode, with our most expensive suggestions, and wind our way to Friday, where a less expensive item of clothing might be just what you need to make it to the weekend. This strikes us … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Ella Moss Skye Stripe Tie Dress
Tuesday’s TPS Report: NOAH Love Birds Shoulder Bag
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We begin the week in splurge mode, with our most expensive suggestions, and wind our way to Friday, where a less expensive item of clothing might be just what you need to make it to the weekend. This great navy … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: NOAH Love Birds Shoulder Bag