Something on your mind? Chat about it here. Happy weekend! This stripe knit moto jacket looks like a lot of fun — the different panels, the princess seams, the snap-down lapels… all very cool. It’s available in regular (almost totally sold out) and petite sizes for $140. WHBM Stripe Knit Moto Jacket (L-2)
Archives for April 2014
Weekly News Update
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Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Three-Quarter Sleeve Drape Neck Dress (and: Deal Alert!)
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Readers continually sing the praises of Pendleton for wellmade workwear, and they’re having a pretty great sale right now, with prices up to 70% off. For today’s TPS Report I’m liking this cotton/modal/spandex, machine washable drape-neck dress — it was … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Three-Quarter Sleeve Drape Neck Dress (and: Deal Alert!)
Coffee Break: Pave Gold Diamond X Ring
Today is the final day of the ShopBop Friends & Family sale, where you can take 25% off tons of their curated collection of hip basics. Although the “editor’s picks” at ShopBop are pretty across-the-board great, I’m a fan in particular of their jewelry department — it all seems cool and lovely and interesting and … Read More about Coffee Break: Pave Gold Diamond X Ring
How to Deal with Political Talk at the Office
How do you handle a lot of religious and political talk at the office — particularly if you disagree with it? Reader S wonders: Could you do a post about politics at the office? I am a moderate liberal, and my approach has always been to avoid discussing politics at work at all, except when … Read More about How to Deal with Political Talk at the Office
Thursday’s TPS Report: Diamond Stretch Peplum Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Hooray for Thursday! I’m liking this diamond stretch peplum jacket, available in navy and black, both on sale 40%. The black blazer has some matching bottoms still (pencil skirt, pants), but the navy seems to be standing alone. The blazer … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Diamond Stretch Peplum 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 always … Read More about Suit of the Week: Ann Taylor
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 to Wear with Black Dresses Short-Sleeved Suits: Yea or Nay? Can Interns Wear Statement Pieces? How to Indicate a Sabbatical On Your Resume Pushy Coworkers: When to Bend Over Backwards For Your Officemate … Read More about Previously, on Corporette…
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Wrap Pencil Skirt
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Sure, this pencil skirt is a bit boring — but then, the most versatile, worn-often-and-for-years pieces are going to be pretty boring. I like the hint of stretch in the wool, and the fact that it’s fully lined; the double … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Wrap Pencil Skirt
Coffee Break: Bedford Tassel Shoulder Bag
Ooh, pretty. I’m loving this bright, happy green bag with a nice textured leather. It looks fun, and springy, and if you don’t already own a bag this color, you’ll be shocked at how versatile it is. The bag was $298, but is now marked to $199 at Nordstrom. Michael Michael Kors Bedford Tassel Shoulder … Read More about Coffee Break: Bedford Tassel Shoulder Bag
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Celeste Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I’m a sucker for a good black/navy dress, and this one from Club Monaco is no different. Love the textured weave in the center, as well as the faux leather accents on the shoulder — very cool. It’s $229 at … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Celeste Dress
Coffee Break: Cynthia Avant Heels
Peep toes, of course, are not appropriate for every office. That said, though: I do like these basic pumps from the Clarks Artisan collection, one of the big reader favorites from our Guide to Comfortable Heels. For once the wood grain heel isn’t annoying me, and I like the very basic colors offered (tan, “nude … Read More about Coffee Break: Cynthia Avant Heels