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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.
Happy hump day! Correct me if I’m wrong, but I think this Ludlow suit from J.Crew is new — it is apparently a woman’s version of the “legendary Ludlow jacket” that men have bought for years. I like the slightly longer look to the blazer, and the otherwise classic, simple details such as the four-season Italian wool from Loro Piana, Bemberg lining, and various pockets. The jacket (Women’s Ludlow jacket in Italian wool) is $375, and the pants (Women’s Ludlow trouser in Italian wool) are $195 at J.Crew.
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Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices.
The clearance sale at Brooks Brothers is on, including this simple purple shift, made from New Zealander wool (woven by Loro Piana) and lined in Bemberg. Love it with the brooch, as styled here; it also would be great with a statement necklace or even a scarf in a complimentary color. Was $348, now $174 at Brooks Brothers.com. Wool Fine Twill Cap Sleeve Dress
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Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices.
We like this simple cotton/wool stretch skirt, on sale from Brooks Brothers. It’s a very classic A-line with a modest cut, and we think it would look great with a cardigan or a slightly feminine blouse. We like that the skirt is fully lined, and impressed that the skirt’s fabric is woven by Loro Piana. Was $188, now $94 (sizes 2-14 still left) at Brooks Brothers. Cotton/Wool Stretch Skirt
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The 2009 International Best Dressed List has arrived, from Vanity Fair. We don’t know much about H.R.H. Princess Letizia of Asturias, but we love her white suit (pictured).
Ms. JD wonders if flex time will get you laid off. Meanwhile, the WSJ’s Juggle reports that a recent study found that women underestimate their performance on the job three times as much as men.
Wow: we did not realize that J.Crew bought Loro Piana wool and cashmere. The WSJ’s Christina Binkley examines the differences between a $1,750 sweater and a $298 sweater.
The NYT advises how to stay fit when eating is your job — perhaps worthwhile advice for the rest of us, too!
WiseBread counsels how to reset your sleep cycle in a single night.
Miss Manners opines on napkin etiquette.
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We begin the week in splurge mode, with our most expensive suggestions, and wind our way to Friday, where a less expensive item of clothing might be just what you need to make it to the weekend.
As we approach spring (finally!) layering becomes more and more important, and one turns to the classic pieces such as wraps and stoles. These versatile pieces can be worn over a suit jacket, a sweater, or a sleeveless dress; the best ones are exceedingly soft to the touch and cut in a way that helps you avoids that “draped in a blanket” look. The beautiful wrap to the right is exclusive to Bergdorf Goodman online: a cashmere stole from Loro Piana. At $2,695 it is definitely an investment piece, but once you’ve touched Loro Piana cashmere, one you’ll know is worth it. Cashmere Printed Stole
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