Hi guys — this week we’re going to be away from the computer for extended periods (that pesky IRL job). Posting will continue as scheduled (fingers crossed) but comment moderation may be slow. As a reminder: WordPress will automatically approve most comments, particularly if you’ve posted before, but it may be held for moderation if: … Read More about Play nicely…
Archives for November 2009
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. We’re getting an Audrey … Read More about Suit of the Week
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Diane von Furstenberg ‘Jill’ Top
The below content is about the 2009 Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale. Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Nordstrom’s Half-Yearly sale continues, and today we’re liking this witty silk blouse from DvF. No, do not adjust your monitors: this is actually a teal and purple leopard print. There’s … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Diane von Furstenberg ‘Jill’ Top
How Much Do You Spend on Clothes for Work?
2018 Update: This was such a great discussion we decided to update it in 2018 — here’s our latest discussion where we asked the readers, how much do you spend on work clothes? Along these cost-per-wear lines, you may want to check out our more recent post where we asked the readers: how long do you … Read More about How Much Do You Spend on Clothes for Work?
Tuesday’s TPS Report: B.Makowsky Lites Greenwich E/W Tote
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We’ve been looking for a new tote bag/very large purse, and we may have found it — we like the striped leather and the well-organized interior, complete with multiple pockets for your gadgets, a key fob, a zippered compartment, and … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: B.Makowsky Lites Greenwich E/W Tote
How to Cut a Business Card to Store Necklaces Neatly
On Friday, we mentioned that one of our best uses for business cards (after we’ve taken the information from them) is to use them to keep delicate necklaces neat and tidy. Some readers asked for pictures, so we spent some time this morning cutting up old Corporette business cards (and then spending far too long … Read More about How to Cut a Business Card to Store Necklaces Neatly
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Elizabeth and James Edwardian Blazer
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Happy Splurge Monday! Today, we’re liking this great wool blazer from Elizabeth and James. We like the pleat detail at the hem and at the shoulders, as well as the simple, functional pockets at the hip. We’d wear it with … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Elizabeth and James Edwardian Blazer
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. Pictured: Goto Glass, available at Vivre for $85. Deal of the weekend: Take an extra 40% off sale items at Bloomingdales.com.
Weekly Round-up
Liking these posts? Follow us on Twitter or fan us on Facebook — this is the edited version of what we’re reading! (We also Tweet if we hear about a good sale.) – We talked business card cases earlier this week — if you’re also in the market for a Rolodex or way to keep … Read More about Weekly Round-up
Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Delia*s Calista Crochet Tunic
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We’ve been ogling the Delia’s catalog lately — they just seem to have a ton of fun weekend-wear. So when we saw the “take $20 off of $50 with code 20Del50” promotion, we knew we had to feature it for … Read More about Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Delia*s Calista Crochet Tunic
Reader mail: Feeling black and blue…
Update: Check out our latest thoughts about how to wear black and navy together. Reader T writes in with this request… Could we please have a discussion about wearing blue/ navy with black? Today I’m wearing a navy sheath dress with grayish/black tights, black shoes, black belt and a gray cardigan. I feel like I’m … Read More about Reader mail: Feeling black and blue…
Thursday’s TPS Report: Charter Club Sweater, Cashmere Ruffled Henley
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Macy’s has a ton of cute cashmere sweaters on sale right now, and we’re liking this cashmere henley with just a few feminine ruffles. We like the small, pretty buttons, the bright pop of color, and the plain edge at … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Charter Club Sweater, Cashmere Ruffled Henley