Oooh, pretty! This scarf feels like summer to me — the orange! the red! the yellow! the teensy pop of blue! Love it. It’s a linen blend, also perfect for summer. It’s $155 at Nordstrom. Tory Burch Geometric Print Scarf Here’s a lower-priced scarf in a similar print. (L-3)
Archives for March 2015
What to Wear to a Big Meeting at a Casual Office
A reader working in a start-up wondered what to wear to a board meeting, but it raises the broader question: what to wear to a big meeting in a very casual office?
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Double-Stripe Cap-Sleeve Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This dress also comes in black and white stripes, but I love the freshness of the white and gold — it’s kinda awesome. I’d wear it with a pale pink accent — a necklace, a pair of pumps, a bracelet. … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Double-Stripe Cap-Sleeve Dress
Coffee Break: Nesting Desk Set
I am lately obsessed with the color combination of coral and teal. It’s a hard look to pull off in outfits or interior design, but I like this small, happy pop of color here with this desk set from Poppin, which has tons of bright desk supplies. The nesting desk set is $16. Paperboard Coral + … Read More about Coffee Break: Nesting Desk Set
The Best Washable Pants for Work
Sure, we all know what basics 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 basic … Read More about The Best Washable Pants for Work
Sponsored: Gorgeous, Affordable, Quality Shoes from M.Gemi
This post is sponsored by M.Gemi, but is written by your local friendly blogger, Kat Griffin. As I mentioned a few weeks ago, I was super excited for the new luxury shoe brand, M.Gemi — not only do I have a friend on the inside, but their launch last week went swimmingly, with some styles already … Read More about Sponsored: Gorgeous, Affordable, Quality Shoes from M.Gemi
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Fenice Gingham Seersucker Stretch-Cotton Blazer
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Yes, it’s almost Easter, so pink gingham may seem a bit twee — but I have long thought that a light pink blazer can be a nice basic. Wear it with navy, grays, blacks, beiges, browns — use it to … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Fenice Gingham Seersucker Stretch-Cotton Blazer
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. Is it sandal weather yet? It’s totally sandal weather, right!? Maybe? Kinda? If, like me, you’re dreaming of pedicures and hot weekend sandals, these sexy, slightly gold sandals from Steven look great. (They also come in black.) They’re $108.95 at Nordstrom. Steven by Steve Madden’Vaale’ Cross Strap Sandal … Read More about Weekend Open Thread
Weekly News Update
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Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Textured Peplum Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Ooh: we all know I love a white blazer (but really — go find one if you haven’t already!), and this cute, collarless, textured number from the Limited looks great. I like the jewel neck, the tiny grosgrain ribbon around … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Textured Peplum Jacket
Coffee Break: Diamond Triangle Earrings
Pretty! I like the teeny tiny diamonds in these small gold triangles — they look chic yet classic at the same time. They’re $331, available at Ylang 23. WWAKE Diamond Triangle Earrings (L-2)
How to Be Productive When You Work in an Open Office
Readers, do you have any tips for how to work productively in an open office? What advice do you have for someone struggling to adjust to one? Reader K wonders how to be productive when you work in an open office… I’d love to hear your and readers thoughts about open office plans in the … Read More about How to Be Productive When You Work in an Open Office