Even though I love my collection of colorful purses, a good black hobo is something even I consider a basic. I have two Furla bags that I love, and so this black ostrich-embossed hobo caught my eye — it’s simple but a bit interesting, too. It was $448, but is now marked to $315 at … Read More about Coffee Break – Soho Ostrich-Embossed Hobo Bag
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Brea Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Hmmn: both Zappos and Bloomingdale’s have this Cynthia Steffe dress on nearly identical sales today (was $255, marked to $179.99 at Zappos today and $178.50 at Bloomingdale’s). Zappos has sizes 0 and 2, Bloomie’s has sizes 8 and 10 left. … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Brea Dress
Coffee Break – Resin Dot Box
I think this resin dot box is so, so pretty — it’s the kind of thing I love to keep on my desk to put everything from post-it notes to eyeglasses inside. Of course I love the blue the best, although the green is a close runner up (it’s also available in a very preppy … Read More about Coffee Break – Resin Dot Box
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Peacock Shirt with Tie
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I feel like I am seeing beautiful blouse after beautiful blouse this season — including this gorgeous peacock-themed one from BASLER. I love the vibrant teal and royal blue, mixed with the more muted brown and green, and I love … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Peacock Shirt with Tie
Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Surplice Top
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I know this is a basic top (and a very green one), but I can’t get over thinking how pretty it would look under a blazer. I love that wrapped look, the high V, the bit of ruching at the … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Surplice Top
The Saks Friends & Family Sale
There are so many good things on sale at the Saks Friends & Family sale that I though I’d do a quick roundup of some of my favorites. (Pictured: an elusive shrunken sweater! Elie Tahari Merino Wool Chariot Sweater. Was $298, marked to $223.50, with discount down to $178.) A few notes: – There is … Read More about The Saks Friends & Family Sale
Coffee Break – Fei Embellished Patent-Leather Slingbacks
It really feels like polka dots are everywhere this season! I love these splurge-worthy studded slingbacks in black and burgundy. The burgundy stripe reminds me of spectator pumps, and I can see these shoes livening up so many outfits. They’re (gulp) $725 at Net-a-Porter. Jason Wu Fei embellished patent-leather slingbacks (L-2)
Thursday’s TPS Report: Split-Strap Shift Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Saks is one of the many stores with a Friends & Family sale going on right now. For today, especially for this price, I like this Michael Michael Kors navy shift dress. The split sleeves look nice (although probably best … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Split-Strap Shift Dress
Suit of the Week: Kay Unger
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. OK. This … Read More about Suit of the Week: Kay Unger
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Belted Dolman Sleeve Sheath Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Commenter TCFKAG wrote in to recommend this Suzi Chin dress, noting “People are always looking for sleeved dresses, the price is relatively reasonable and I like the colors available.” Nice! I do like this piece (and the 54 mostly positive … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Belted Dolman Sleeve Sheath Dress
Coffee Break – Lindy Bag
Hello, gorgeous. Love this colorblocked handbag — the pink satin interior, the exposed zipper, the piped seams — it looks ladylike but a bit daring as well. And, ho ho, ShopBop.com‘s Friends and Family sale just started, so you can take 20% off your entire purchase with code WEAREFAMILY. Nice. Was $375, but the price … Read More about Coffee Break – Lindy Bag
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Plaxico Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Ooh: I like this DvF twill jacket. Of course, of course: I love the purple. But I like the idea of a darker, but lighter weight jacket, for in-between weather like we’ve been having here in NYC the past few … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Plaxico Jacket