Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Oooh: gorgeous silk blouse from Classiques Entier Atelier. I love the cowl neck and the darts near the waist, as well as the fact that it’s made of a silk/spandex combo. I might wear it with a light gray or … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: ‘Refined Silk’ Blouse
Archives for July 2012
Suit of the Week: Tahari Arthur S. Levine
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 for women, 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: Lord … Read More about Suit of the Week: Tahari Arthur S. Levine
Previously, on Corporette…
Travel back in the Corporette time capsule… Here’s what was on our minds oh so many moons ago. One year ago… How to Become a Leader “Comfortable Casual” for a Heat Wave Is Curly Hair Professional? (corollary: you may want to check out our Coffee Break conversation on Goody’s Spin Pins) Getting a New Job … Read More about Previously, on Corporette…
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Scoop-Neck Tee, Magnolia
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I love this kind of top. Even though it tends to be on the pricier side (even when marked down, like here), it just looks so much more lux than your typical tee — but it’s just as easy to … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Scoop-Neck Tee, Magnolia
Coffee Break – Knoyzz Pump
How do we feel about Steve Madden shoes? I’ll admit that I wore them almost exclusively in my early 20s, but I haven’t really tested the waters since. But: hello, purple pump, highly rated on the Steve Madden site, and at a great price: $35 (was $90). Limited sizes only, alas (even more so for … Read More about Coffee Break – Knoyzz Pump
Professional Watches for Women
Which are the best watches for professional women? Is it still worth investing in a quality watch, even though everyone uses their cell phone or computer to check time? Reader L wrote in to ask about watches: I searched your site and found the post on digital watches, but I would love your (and your … Read More about Professional Watches for Women
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Houndstooth Dress – Printed Ponte Elyse
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I really like this houndstooth dress by Cynthia Steffe. The solid black panels on the side would make your waist look ridiculously nipped in, and I like that the black ponte fabric also creates cap sleeves. I would keep my … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Houndstooth Dress – Printed Ponte Elyse
Coffee Break – Nano Lip Liner in Native Nude
I recently decided to replace my super-old (worn to a nub!) lip liner. So I poked around online, looking for a “nude for me” kind of lip liner. (I should clarify here: unlike some women who use their lip liner as a base for lipstick by filling in their entire lips, and unlike some women … Read More about Coffee Break – Nano Lip Liner in Native Nude
The Easiest Ways to Wash Your Work Pants So They Come Out Great (No Ironing!)
Update: We still stand by this advice on the easiest ways to wash your work pants — but you may also want to check out our more recent discussion on washable pants for work, as well as our roundup of the best pants for work (including tons of washable, comfortable options!). Sure, we all know … Read More about The Easiest Ways to Wash Your Work Pants So They Come Out Great (No Ironing!)
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Mimi Inverted Pleat Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Reader S writes in to sing the praises of this Rachel Zoe dress: “I’ve just found an amazing shift dress that I thought I would pass along in case it would benefit someone else for fall. The designer is Rachel … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Mimi Inverted Pleat Dress
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. So let’s ignore the fact that this silk one-shoulder dress is curiously among The Outnet’s selections for “power pairings” (you know, to wear to work), and instead focus on the great sale — take an extra 30% off at checkout, no code needed. (A reader actually alerted … Read More about Weekend Open Thread
Weekly News Update
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