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Archives for August 2009
Bargain Friday’s TPS: Banana Republic’s Cotton Lattice Top
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We’re loving this simple cotton tee from Banana Republic with an intricate lattice pattern near the neck. It’s available in anchor blue (pictured) and black, and — maybe it’s just us — but we would totally ignore that “dry clean” … Read More about Bargain Friday’s TPS: Banana Republic’s Cotton Lattice Top
Corporette 101: The Old Mirror Trick
Whenever you have a seriously important professional day — for example, an interview — you need to be wearing your most conservative, “notice my brains not my fashion sense” outfit. This means, unfortunately, that you need to be sure you know how the suit you wear looks from all angles. How does it look if … Read More about Corporette 101: The Old Mirror Trick
Thursday’s TPS Report: Calvin Klein Crepe Shirtdress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Today’s TPS item was suggested by reader C. We like the classic styling, the high-collared split neckline, and the flattering belt. (We also think this is also a great example of a dress that will greatly benefit from wearing a … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Calvin Klein Crepe Shirtdress
Suit of the Week
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, which should be as classic and basic as you get — instead, this feature is about the slightly different suit that is fashionable, yet professional. This cotton skirt suit … Read More about Suit of the Week
Previously, on Corporette
This time last year, here’s what was on our minds…
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Laundry by Shelli Segal Belted Jersey Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Oooo: we’re loving this dress by Laundry by Shelli Segal, available in inkblot blue (sadly only available for the tiny girls) and in melon red (available up to size 6). Clean lines, solid patterns, a bit of interesting pleating, and … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Laundry by Shelli Segal Belted Jersey Dress
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Paul Smith’s Pink Suede Mary Janes
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We’re loving these adorable pink suede Paul Smith heels — that bit of striping, that blast of color on the sole — love it all. We’d wear them with gray trousers and a very basic black blouse and blazer. And … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Paul Smith’s Pink Suede Mary Janes
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Elsa Peretti’s Bean cuff links
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. As we mentioned last Friday, cuff links are something well worth spending a bit of money on if you enjoy wearing shirts with French cuffs. Although you can get nice cuff links for under $50-$100 easily, sometimes it pays to … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Elsa Peretti’s Bean cuff links
Weekend Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. Pictured: Denby “Jet Dots” Large Mug, 14 oz., available at Macy’s for $35.10 (normally $39).
Weekly Roundup
Liking these posts? Follow Corporette on Twitter — this is the edited version of what we’re reading! (We also Tweet if we hear about a good sale.) 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). … Read More about Weekly Roundup
Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Brooks Brothers’ Non-Iron Fitted Bold Textured Stripe French Cuff Dress Shirt
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Today’s TPS was suggested (independently) by readers LPC and N: this lovely classic, non-iron, fitted shirt from Brooks Brothers. There are quite a few on sale at the moment in the “clearance” section and in stores — and with the … Read More about Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Brooks Brothers’ Non-Iron Fitted Bold Textured Stripe French Cuff Dress Shirt