Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. In my humble opinion, this is a curious color for a dress for sale in December — the seafoam green color looks far more springy to me than fall or wintry. I suppose with enough navy, gray, or black (tights, … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Draped Keyhole Dress
Archives for December 2013
Coffee Break: Fitbit Force Wireless Activity + Sleep Wristband
I just saw a review on CNET about how the new Fitbit Force is their very favorite fitness tracker, so I thought I’d pick this for today’s gift idea. Tread lightly if you’re thinking of this gift for someone who has not expressed specific interest in a fitness tracker or in getting more fit — … Read More about Coffee Break: Fitbit Force Wireless Activity + Sleep Wristband
Thursday’s TPS Report: Tamsin Blazer
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This blazer by Cartonnier caught my eye (pictured on the Talla dress) — it looks like a great shrunken blazer to wear over winter dresses and other fall/winter/spring outfits. I like the tan and black color scheme, and the nubby … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Tamsin Blazer
What to Tip Your Secretary for the Holidays
Readers had a LOT of opinions on our poll on what to tip your secretary for the holidays.
Suit of the Week: The Limited
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 know … Read More about Suit of the Week: The Limited
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… What “Business Casual” Means For Networking Students What to Wear to the Boss’s Holiday Party What Color Tights Go Best with a Navy Skirt? Open a Roth IRA in Forty-Five Minutes Flat How to … Read More about Previously, on Corporette…
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Short-Sleeve Faux-Leather Ponte Sheath Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I’ve been eyeing this short-sleeve ponte sheath dress for a while, and it’s finally hit a price too good not to post. Hooray for a lined dress, smart seaming, a ladylike hemlength, and a hidden back zipper. There are faux … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Short-Sleeve Faux-Leather Ponte Sheath Dress
Coffee Break: Heavyweight Full Zip Hooded Sweatshirt
I had long heard tell of the amazing, highly rated American Giant sweatshirt for men. Great, you think, I’m always looking for a good gift for my husband/brother/boyfriend/father/___. But then you look at the price: $89? For a sweatshirt? After years of postponing the purchase, I finally bit and got one earlier this year for … Read More about Coffee Break: Heavyweight Full Zip Hooded Sweatshirt
The Perfect Pants Fit
What is the perfect pants fit — how SHOULD should they fit? When are they too baggy; when are pants too tight? Reader K wonders… Can you discuss proper fit of suit pants/slacks for the workplace (including trouser jeans for casual Fridays)? I can’t find anything related in the archives- I was hoping for something … Read More about The Perfect Pants Fit
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Split-Neck Dress in Windowpane
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I love this print because it seems so much bolder than a simple windowpane, but that’s all it is — a simple pattern that men have worn for years (centuries?). I would avoid wearing the dress with red, but would … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Split-Neck Dress in Windowpane
Coffee Break: Tassel Clip Keychain
This time of year can be really awful for a lot of reasons, but particularly if you’re looking for a small gift, either as a stocking stuffer, a Secret Santa type thing, or as a physical supplement to a larger cash gift. I would be happy to get this fun keychain from Banana Republic — … Read More about Coffee Break: Tassel Clip Keychain
The Hunt: Flat Knee-High Boots
Sure, we all know what wardrobe essentials for work professional women are supposed to have in their closets, but if you’re buying one for the first time or replacing one you’ve worn into the ground, it can be a pain to find exactly the right incarnation in stores. In “The Hunt,” we search the stores for a … Read More about The Hunt: Flat Knee-High Boots