Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I’ll admit, I would not have picked out these pants based on the picture at right, but reader J wrote in to recommend them, and there are a ton of other positive reviews on the Kohl’s site. Reader J notes … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Wide-Leg Pants
Coffee Break – Ashby Wedge Pump
I’m really into wedge heels this season, and I like this reasonably-priced shoe from Naturalizer. I like the plain black leather one, myself, but the Naturalizer site has them in a black and gray croc pattern, Amazon and Zappos both have them in a brown croc, and Piperlime has them in a lovely wine. They’re … Read More about Coffee Break – Ashby Wedge Pump
Thursday’s TPS Report: Ruched Sleeve Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Do not adjust your screens: yes, wow, that is a really bright pink dress. But let’s focus, instead, on the fact that the dress comes in a subdued blue “midnight” as well as a black color. Reader R wrote in … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Ruched Sleeve Dress
Suit of the Week: Michael Kors
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. I know … Read More about Suit of the Week: Michael Kors
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Ruffled Peplum Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I really like ponte knit jackets, and this one has some great details, including a mandarin collar, ruffled lapels, and a peplum back. Reader E wrote in to sing the jacket’s praises, noting; “This jacket is marvelous. A feminine cut … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Ruffled Peplum Jacket
Coffee Break – Multicolor Long Beaded Pendant Necklace
One of Target’s latest collaborators is jewelry designer Dana Kellin. Her regular line has prices ranging from $100-$600, but at Target they generally top out around $50. I like this pendant with multicolored beads — it looks like it’s a great way to jazz up a simple button-front blouse or sweater. It’s $49.99 at Target. … Read More about Coffee Break – Multicolor Long Beaded Pendant Necklace
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Follie Sleeveless Double Knit Sheath Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Loving this fabulous purple sheath dress from Elie Tahari. The ladylike knee length, the high neckline, the high armhole — it all seems like a nice twist on the classic black or navy sheath dress. It’s $298 at Bloomingdale’s. Elie … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Follie Sleeveless Double Knit Sheath Dress
Coffee Break – Pro Lesson Palette
I like this kit that takes you through two looks: a natural eye and a smokey eye. This one is for brown eyes, but they also have them for blue and green eyes. The kit is $28 at Sephora. SEPHORA COLLECTION Pro Lesson Palette: Brown Eyes ($65 Value) Pro Lesson Palette: Brown Eyes
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Metallic silk-blend georgette blouse
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Love this blouse! The bow at the top, the puffy sleeves, and most of all, the lovely, abstract pattern. I’d skip the leather skirt that Net-a-Porter styled it with but keep the ruby-red pumps — fabulous. The blouse is $340. … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Metallic silk-blend georgette blouse
Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: “Libby” Blouse
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Oooh: royal blue? silk? on sale? Sign me up. This cobalt chiffon blouse was originally $119, but is now on sale for $41.65 at Dillards (and lots of sizes still available!). Antonio Melani “Libby” Blouse Seen a great piece you’d … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: “Libby” Blouse
Coffee Break – Chika Pumps
Wow: I’m not that familiar with the brand Jean-Michel Cazabat, but apparently these shoes (which look really cute!) retail for around $345. Not today — one of 6pm.com’s sales of the day is this designer blowout (including these shoes) and they are now marked 86% off, down to $49.95. Insane! Inventory is going fast so … Read More about Coffee Break – Chika Pumps
Thursday’s TPS Report: Diagonal Strip Bodice Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. LOFT has a ton of cute dresses right now — including a bunch on sale for 50% off, including this striped bodice dress in both beet (pictured) and oxidized gray. I like the tiered ruffles on the top — particularly … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Diagonal Strip Bodice Dress