Something on your mind? Chat about it here. This may be a weird weekend pick, but it’s been on my mind since I saw it (for reasons other than my love of a colorful case). This little insulated bag basically creates a portable, non-electric slow cooker. I love the idea that one is gifted to … Read More about Weekend Open Thread
Archives for December 2014
Weekly News Update
Like these posts? Follow us on Twitter or Facebook — this is the edited version of what we’re reading! (We also Tweet if we hear about a good sale through our CorporetteDeals Twitter feed.) You can also follow us on Pinterest and Instagram, or by our RSS feed. Barneys’ The Window features seven stylish-but-comfortable shoes favored … Read More about Weekly News Update
Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: No Peep Easy to Iron Striped Shirt
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Reader J wrote in to recommend this shirt, noting: I just bought a shirt from Marks & Spencer and thought, as a larger chested woman, it was the greatest thing ever. They sell ‘no-peep’ shirts which feature an extra (hidden) button … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: No Peep Easy to Iron Striped Shirt
Gift Guide: For the BFF
2017 Update: We still think these are some fun gift ideas for your best friend, but you may also want to check out our latest gift ideas for professionals. The best friend: another hard-to-gift person. This one will vary widely based on how “big” a gift you guys typically exchange — but here are some … Read More about Gift Guide: For the BFF
Thursday’s TPS Report: Printed Cotton Pencil Skirt
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I can’t help it, I love this green and black skirt. It’s a great color, it’s fun, and (to me, at least) it didn’t register as “green leopard!” until I saw Boden describe it that way. It was $88, but … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Printed Cotton Pencil Skirt
Tech Problems
I know we’re having tech problems but I’m lacking information — is it mobile only? Can you identify which ad (or which ad spot)? Anyone who can send me screenshots and more information will win my undying affection. (I know of two potentially separate problems: Vindicosuite.com and a redirection to some app/game…. please fill me … Read More about Tech Problems
Suit of the Week: Austin Reed
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. Austin Reed … Read More about Suit of the Week: Austin Reed
Deal Alerts – J.Crew, Club Monaco, Stuart Weitzman
I’m seeing a ton of great deals — I may try to do a deal roundup for some of these, but if not, a few things to note: J.Crew is offering 30% off everything PLUS free shipping with no minimum — prices are lower than the similar J.Crew December sale we rounded up a few … Read More about Deal Alerts – J.Crew, Club Monaco, Stuart Weitzman
Tales from the Wallet: Refinancing Student Loans (Guest Post)
Have you refinanced your student loans, or are you looking into it? We’ve talked about tackling huge school debt, paying down debt vs. saving, getting financially prepared for grad school, creating a money roadmap, and switching from a lawyer’s salary to a student lifestyle, but we haven’t discussed refinancing student loans. Today, Blonde Lawyer (the name … Read More about Tales from the Wallet: Refinancing Student Loans (Guest Post)
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Scoop Neck Sheath Suit Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. There’s a great deal on this dress today, which I liked even when I thought it was more: it was $99, but is now $56. I think it’s an unusual color for a sheath dress, but I suspect it’ll be … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Scoop Neck Sheath Suit Dress
Gift Guide: For the Guys
2017 Update: We still think these are some great gift ideas for guys, but you may also want to check out our latest gift ideas for professionals. Whether it’s your boyfriend, husband, father, brother, or friend, guys always seem impossible to buy for. These are some of my favorite gifts (and gift categories) for guys — … Read More about Gift Guide: For the Guys
Lunch with Partners: Who Picks up the Tab?
If you’re out to lunch with partners, should you EVER pick up the tab? Oh, and also: you’re the youngest person present and the only woman. We’ve talked about summer associates paying for lunch, but Reader B has a slightly different situation. Here’s her question: I work in a small firm (12 attorneys) with a pretty casual … Read More about Lunch with Partners: Who Picks up the Tab?