Even if you’re on board with the backpack trend, it’s hard to make it work in your professional life (although they are great for a long walking commute). This gorgeous, convertible tote looks super ladylike when carried by its handles, but it has a shoulder strap to make it more of a crossbody style — and it also … Read More about Coffee Break: Convertible Backpack
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Forget Me Not: Business Travel
Here’s a fun question that is hopefully hypothetical: what are you most afraid of forgetting for business travel? What would you go out and buy immediately if you realized you had forgotten it? For me the answer is always my makeup bag. (Or, when I was nursing, some vital pump part.) It’s hard to forget … Read More about Forget Me Not: Business Travel
Updated: Oct 31, 2018 172 Comments · by Kat
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Midi SL Skirt in Camden Twill
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. What can I say, I’m loving Theory this season… this substantial wool skirt in army green is really calling my name. If you aren’t already in on the secret, you’ll be shocked how versatile olive green can be — wear it … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Midi SL Skirt in Camden Twill
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Coffee Break: Stackers Jewelry Wrap
What are your favorite products (or hacks) for traveling with jewelry? I must admit I usually wear my best jewelry on the plane, and either hang it over a knob in my hotel room or lay it flat on a dresser; I have one girlfriend who swears by looping necklaces through empty toilet paper rolls, then putting them in … Read More about Coffee Break: Stackers Jewelry Wrap
Updated: Oct 31, 2018 191 Comments · by Kat
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Cady Collarless Jacket
Seen a great piece you’d like to recommend? Please e-mail tps@corporette.com. These collarless jackets get sleeker and sleeker. Love the simple lines in the front, and the awesome seaming on the back — gorgeous. The blazer is $2,195 at Barney’s, limited sizes only, alas. Narciso Rodriguez Cady Collarless Jacket Two lower-priced options are here and here; … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Cady Collarless Jacket
Updated: Oct 31, 2018 216 Comments · by Kat
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. I’m not usually one for fancy sunglasses, but: WOW. Love these, in large part because of the interesting purple/blue glass, which looks almost ombre. Plus, let’s face it, you can never go wrong with large dark sunglasses. These are $175 at Nordstrom. Tory Burch 55mm Round Sunglasses (L-2)