Trying to get a minimal beauty routine and reduce the time you spend getting ready? Reader J wrote in with a great idea for an open thread, wondering which beauty treatments save time, and give you the biggest bang for your buck? I’m curious to hear what readers say about this. Hi there! I have … Read More about Which Beauty Treatments Save The Most Time For Busy Women?
Archives for June 2017
Splurge Monday’s Workwear Report: Glen Plaid Short-Sleeve Sheath Dress
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I always say, if you’re going to splurge, splurge on a print — because that’s where you see the difference in workmanship between a $1,150 dress and, say, a $150 dress. In this case, there are darts, seams, sleeves, even … Read More about Splurge Monday’s Workwear Report: Glen Plaid Short-Sleeve Sheath Dress
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. This is the kind of dress that another site or magazine will tell is you is a perfect desk to dinner dress — and it may be that, if you’re the kind of person who wants to wear one dress to the office and then to dinner. I think … Read More about Weekend Open Thread
Weekly News Update
Like these posts? Follow us on Twitter or Facebook — this is the edited version of what we’re reading! You can also follow us on Pinterest and Instagram, or via our RSS feed. Quartz talks to Kat about common challenges the tried-and-true workwear brands are facing in 2017. Mic shares Kat’s views about why you shouldn’t buy cheap workwear and other things … Read More about Weekly News Update
Frugal Friday’s Workwear Report: Printed Short Sleeve Sheath Dress
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Target used to have some amazing dresses that readers would recommend, and in fact, I still have one from a thousand years ago — but right now, I’m sorry to say that half of their work dresses make me wonder, … Read More about Frugal Friday’s Workwear Report: Printed Short Sleeve Sheath Dress
Tales from the Wallet: Thoughts on Buying Property
Kat shared her personal adventures in purchasing property, as well as tips for other young women on deciding whether or not to purchase property.
Workwear Hall of Fame: Audrey Jana Work Tote
This line of tote bags has long been a reader favorite!
City Series: The Corporette® Guide to Los Angeles
This mini-city guide to Los Angeles for women lawyers and other professionals comes from reader Auntie M, a longtime Los Angeles resident and born-and-raised Southern California girl (and former LA lawyer, and one of Kat’s oldest and best friends). She wants you to know that this guide is not meant to be all-inclusive, and even … Read More about City Series: The Corporette® Guide to Los Angeles
Thursday’s Workwear Report: Chelsea Suiting Flared Skirt
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. First of all, I should say that yes, as shown on the model, this skirt is too short for work. But I haven’t seen a flippy skirt like this from a younger brand like French Connection in a while, so this … Read More about Thursday’s Workwear Report: Chelsea Suiting Flared Skirt
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. We’ve talked … Read More about Suit of the Week: Ann Taylor
Wednesday’s Workwear Report: Slim Cutaway Blazer
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Whistles is a British brand that I often forget about, but they always have interesting workwear and weekend wear with a kind of grownup/mid-20s kind of vibe. If you’re having trouble finding something that’s between Express and Talbots or you’re … Read More about Wednesday’s Workwear Report: Slim Cutaway Blazer
Coffee Break: Antoinette Grand Pump
I was in the Cole Haan store recently and could not get over how flexible and lightweight these Antoinette heels are. Note that they’re 4″ — but if you really want the height and you want a lightweight shoe, do give these a try. The size range is 5–11, and while Amazon has some in stock, Cole … Read More about Coffee Break: Antoinette Grand Pump