What a cute shoe from Naturalizer! I suppose these qualify as an “oxford” style because of the tie, although they’re also a bit of a Mary Jane — I think the low vamp would be really flattering, and the whole thing looks walkable and comfortable. They’re available in black, red, and two browns — most … Read More about Coffee Break – Naturalizer Collina
Archives for October 2012
How to Keep Your Feet Warm and Look Professional
What shoes look professional and can be worn with socks? I keep getting questions about this, so let’s discuss. (Pictured.) First, reader J wondered: I was wondering if you have ever covered where to find great workplace-appropriate shoes that you can wear with socks (that aren’t tall boots). The weather where I live is often … Read More about How to Keep Your Feet Warm and Look Professional
Thursday’s TPS Report: Navy tweed jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I am not one of the people who can wear this kind of boxy, cropped jacket — but if you are, take note: this navy tweed jacket is on a pretty big discount at J.Crew. It is a classic shape, … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Navy tweed jacket
Suit of the Week: Ann Taylor
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. I’m intrigued … Read More about Suit of the Week: Ann Taylor
Beauty Wednesday: What’s On Your Wishlist?
So: last year, around this time (before official Christmas season), there were some killer Friends & Family sales at most of the major beauty stores — Sephora, Beauty.com, even Ricky’s. So I’ve been trying to get my wish list ready at the different places, and thought we could talk about it — what beauty items … Read More about Beauty Wednesday: What’s On Your Wishlist?
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Starburst Pleat Sheath Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Happy Wednesday! I love this starburst pattern — it’s so, so pretty, and such a great way to dress up a plain gray flannel dress. I’d wear it with a blood red shrunken blazer, perhaps. It’s $138 at Nordstrom. Maggy … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Starburst Pleat Sheath Dress
Coffee Break – Soho Ostrich-Embossed Hobo Bag
Even though I love my collection of colorful purses, a good black hobo is something even I consider a basic. I have two Furla bags that I love, and so this black ostrich-embossed hobo caught my eye — it’s simple but a bit interesting, too. It was $448, but is now marked to $315 at … Read More about Coffee Break – Soho Ostrich-Embossed Hobo Bag
Alumni Networking – When You Know No One
If there’s a networking events for alumni, can you go even if you’ll know no one there? Reader S wonders… I just received an invitation to what looks like a really interesting and fun networking event for a BigLaw firm I used to work at. The invite went out to all its “women alumni.” Normally … Read More about Alumni Networking – When You Know No One
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Brea Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Hmmn: both Zappos and Bloomingdale’s have this Cynthia Steffe dress on nearly identical sales today (was $255, marked to $179.99 at Zappos today and $178.50 at Bloomingdale’s). Zappos has sizes 0 and 2, Bloomie’s has sizes 8 and 10 left. … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Brea Dress
Deal Alert: Neiman Marcus, 30% Off Clearance
There are some great deals to be had in the Neiman Marcus clearance section — some truly ridiculous prices. (All clearance pieces are an additional 30% off through 10/23, resulting in prices up to 75% off.) Personally I’m ogling at the mink vest that was $2000 but is now $700, but hey. Lots of Lafayette … Read More about Deal Alert: Neiman Marcus, 30% Off Clearance
Coffee Break – Resin Dot Box
I think this resin dot box is so, so pretty — it’s the kind of thing I love to keep on my desk to put everything from post-it notes to eyeglasses inside. Of course I love the blue the best, although the green is a close runner up (it’s also available in a very preppy … Read More about Coffee Break – Resin Dot Box
The Hunt: Black Tall Boots
2017 Update: We still like a lot of these tall black boots for work, but you may also want to check out our most recent discussion on what boots to wear with tights to work. Sure, we all know what basics professional women are supposed to have in their closets, but if you’re buying one … Read More about The Hunt: Black Tall Boots