We rounded up some of our best packing tips when you’re traveling for work, as well as our tips on how to fold a suit jacket.
Archives for April 2010
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Snap-Front Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We are normally (really) not fans of orange, but something about this jacket looks so, so luxe to us. The fabric looks unusual, and the detailing at the nipped waist — and the snaps on the front of the jacket … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Snap-Front Jacket
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. Our weekend recommendation: Perhaps we’ve been inspired by all the footage we’ve seen from Coachella (including this hilarious video), but we are loving the hippie chic look, including this great top from Ella Moss. It’s $98 at Nordstrom. Ella Moss ‘Parasol’ Top
Weekly News Roundup
Liking these posts? Follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook — this is the edited version of what we’re reading! (We also Tweet if we hear about a good sale.) – We are loving this NYT photo shoot inspired by a book from 1908 that came with a section, “50 Exercises to Do … Read More about Weekly News Roundup
Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Looped Trim Top
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Happy Friday! We just got this top from Ann Taylor Loft, and are liking it — it’s a wide scoop that doesn’t feel quite so wide because of the looped trim, and the cotton has a nice weight to it … Read More about Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Looped Trim Top
Coffee Break: Kooba’s Piper Bag
We’re not sure if it’s an official sale or what, but Zappos seems to have a ton of totes on sale for 20% to 30% off. We’re liking this hip take on a briefcase/tote from Kooba, a brand we know and love well — the leather is particularly luscious and soft. The berry color strikes … Read More about Coffee Break: Kooba’s Piper Bag
How Can You Keep Shirts Tucked Neatly?
What are your best tips on how to keep shirts tucked neatly?
Thursday’s TPS Report: Basic Check Collar Polo
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Polos can be great for the spring or summer, because they can be a cool look with a pencil skirt and cardigan, or they can dress up something like a pair of jeans for a truly casual office or networking … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Basic Check Collar Polo
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 are loving this … Read More about Suit of the Week
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 are loving this … Read More about Suit of the Week
Previously, on Corporette…
This time last year, here’s what was on our minds… We Ask: Can You Wear Fishnets To a Conservative Job? You Answer: No, You Cannot. How to Pack for a Summer Working Abroad Building Your Wardrobe For Your Summer Internship Idiotproof Your Summer: Further Etiquette and ‘No Duh’ Tips For Your Internship
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Woven Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Reader T writes to us to recommend this gorgeous blue jacket: “I had been stalking it online for weeks and it just went on sale, so I made the plunge and bought it. The color is a gorgeous vivid blue … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Woven Jacket