Something on your mind? Chat about it here. I’m not usually a fan of stripes across the chest — but this one looks fabulous. Love the colorblocking, the diagonal lines, and the striped details on the sleeve. The tee is $69 at Nordstrom (available in black, pictured, as well as gray). Vince Camuto ‘Phoebe Stripe’ Tee
Archives for February 2015
Weekly News Update
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Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Fitted Non-Iron Windowpane Shirt
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. A non-iron shirt is hard to go wrong with, and I like this white one with its wide windowpane pattern. It’s available in regular (sizes 0-16) and tall, and is $79.50 (although right now BR is having a sale — … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Fitted Non-Iron Windowpane Shirt
Coffee Break: Piper Top Handle Saffiano Leather Tote
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Ooh: I love the clean lines of this briefcase-like tote from Furla. I’ve pictured it in pink here, but it’s also available in basic black as well as cream. Love the size (14″W x 10″H x 3″D), the metal feet, … Read More about Coffee Break: Piper Top Handle Saffiano Leather Tote
A Weatherproof Tote for Work
2017 Update: We still stand by some of this advice on how to weatherproof your work tote, but I just saw a much better solution: a $20 handbag raincoat. Is it possible to find a weatherproof work tote — a stylish, quality bag for work that won’t be ruined by bad weather? How can you protect your bag … Read More about A Weatherproof Tote for Work
Thursday’s TPS Report: Loveappella Seamed Wrap Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. At first glance I thought this dress was DVF, until I looked closer at the price — $78! I’m not familiar with the brand but there are a lot of glowing reviews in there, and for $78 it’s hard to … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Loveappella Seamed Wrap Dress
Suit of the Week: Nine West
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. Happy Wednesday! I’m … Read More about Suit of the Week: Nine West
Previously, on Corporette…
Travel back in the Corporette time capsule… Here’s what was on our minds oh so many moons ago. First, check out our updated Guide to Interview Suits… One year ago… Professional, Maintainable Hair Wearing Sweaters When You Have a Wool Allergy Beauty Wednesday: Spa Treatments What’s the Best Advice You’ve Ever Read? Tales from the Wallet: A Money Roadmap
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Interwoven Striped Tweed Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. LOVE this tweed little number, which Kate found on sale at Amazon. Yes, it’s pink, but it’s a dark pink, almost a purple, which to me means that you can wear it across multiple seasons, assuming it’s weather appropriate. Wear … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Interwoven Striped Tweed Jacket
Coffee Break: ‘Laureen’ Leather Pump
This comfort heel from Nordstrom is highly rated, and I think it looks like a great basic. Zappos has a few more colors, as well. The shoe is $124 and is available in medium, narrow, and wide sizes (and note that 6pm has four other color choices from $61 to $75, as well). VANELi ‘Laureen’ Leather Pump Psst: On … Read More about Coffee Break: ‘Laureen’ Leather Pump
How to Wear a Vest at the Office
If you’re thinking of adding women’s vests to your workwear wardrobe, what’s the best way to wear them at the office? And where can you buy vests for women in the first place? Reader K wonders how to wear a vest at the office… I work at a relatively conservative-dressing law firm, and I’ve seen a few women, … Read More about How to Wear a Vest at the Office
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Donali Pleated Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Oooh: love this intriguing faux wrapped skirt and dress from Boss Black. Love the high V-neck (and high back), the pleated waistline, the ladylike length, and the fun colors — it’s available in both orchid and black. It was $575, … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Donali Pleated Dress