2020 Update: We still think these are some fun gift ideas, but you may also want to check out our latest gift ideas. We talk a lot about buying stuff for ourselves on this blog, but we thought we’d start a thread about what to give the others in your life. Personally, we tend to … Read More about Gifts For Everyone
Archives for 2009
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Floral Check Trenchcoat
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We’re loving the look of this classic-with-a-twist: a belted trenchcoat from Burberry. The trench itself is as classic as it gets: double-breasted, self-tie belt, slash pockets, epaulets, even gun flaps, for heaven’s sake. The pattern, though, is so interesting — … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Floral Check Trenchcoat
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. Pictured: Set of 6 Chai Mugs,on sale for $29.99 $19.99 at SmartBargains.
Weekly Roundup
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.) – The WaPo’s Robin Givhan discusses Madeleine Albright’s pins, now on exhibition in New York (pictured). Meanwhile, the NYT snags an interview with … Read More about Weekly Roundup
Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Cashmere-Blend Multi-Layer Wrap
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. White House|Black Market has a ton of cute things on sale, including this lovely cashmere-blend wrap. We like the size of it, a well as the three layers of very workable colors: black, gray, and ecru. We’d add it to … Read More about Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Cashmere-Blend Multi-Layer Wrap
How to Wear Ultrafine Turtlenecks to Work
What are your best tips on how to wear ultrafine turtlenecks? Today’s reader mail comes from reader E, who asks how one dresses up an ultrafine turtleneck… The thought of wearing turtlenecks hasn’t crossed my mind since I was in high school, but then I saw the ultrafine turtlenecks being sold at Gap. I was … Read More about How to Wear Ultrafine Turtlenecks to Work
Thursday’s TPS Report: Semantiks Stretch Wool Skirt
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Today, we’re liking this paneled wool skirt from Nordstrom’s. We like the knee-grazing length of it, as well as the flattering A-line shape — it’s a perfect basic for the winter. It’s $78 at Nordstrom’s, available in sizes 2 through … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Semantiks Stretch Wool Skirt
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. Today we’re liking this … Read More about Suit of the Week
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Banana Republic’s Circle-print wrap dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Banana Republic has a number of good specimens of that elusive beast, the long-sleeved dress. We like the sedate circle print on this, the knee-length skirt, and the flattering ruched waist. Obviously, a camisole will be a must (we’d suggest … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Banana Republic’s Circle-print wrap dress
How to Keep Your Pants from Dragging on the Ground
The problem is that for my pants to look good with heels, they are too long to wear with the comfy flats/cute sneakers I wear for the commute and drag on the dirty streets.
Tuesday’s TPS Report: K Karl Lagerfeld Wool-Blend Tailored Blazer
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. The Outnet has some lovely blazers at great prices right now. We’re liking this K Karl Lagerfeld wool-blend tailored blazer — the details on the lapels, the structure of the jacket, and yes, even the slightly shiny finish. Although we’re … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: K Karl Lagerfeld Wool-Blend Tailored Blazer
Open Thread: Working while you’re sick
How should you work when you’re sick? Let’s discuss.