Zappos seems to have a ton of designer totes on 25-30% discount today, including this lovely crossbody tote, which strikes us as a very rich looking, and functional bag for toting work papers. It’s 17.25″ wide, 5″ deep, and 12.5″ high — love the dotted lining and the chain detail on the detachable shoulder strap. … Read More about Coffee Break: Indo Tracolla Large Crossbody
Archives for August 2010
Are Patent Leather Shoes an Option for a Conservative Office?
Are patent leather pumps appropriate for the office? Can they be the basis of a stylish work outfit? Reader M wonders: I always thought patent leather pumps were an office no-no, but I’ve seen quite a few pairs posted on your site. Under what circumstances are patent leather heels okay to wear in a fairly conservative … Read More about Are Patent Leather Shoes an Option for a Conservative Office?
Thursday’s TPS Report: Pintuck Ponte Knit Sheath Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Loving this deep blue sheath dress by Maggy London. Love the pintucked shaping, love the sleeves, love the stretchy ponte knit. We’d pair it with lighter accessories now — say, a long strand of pearls and nude pumps– and switch … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Pintuck Ponte Knit Sheath Dress
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 liking this tweed … Read More about Suit of the Week
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Carnaby Coat
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Sure, it’s 80 degrees in NYC, but we’re hopeful that cool breezes will be here again — sometime. Today we’re liking this fun teal jacket from Boden — it’s “showerproof,” has a great lining, and comes in teal, purple, white, … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Carnaby Coat
Coffee Break: Vintage Waist Belt
After today’s earlier post re: accessories, we went off in search of great belts — and found a ton of them at ShopBop. Today we’re particularly liking this vintage waist belt from Linea Pelle — great color and great loop/button details. Love the idea of it belted over a long black cardigan, light gray pants, … Read More about Coffee Break: Vintage Waist Belt
How to Make Outfits Interesting Without Wearing Jewelry
A reader wondered how to make her outfits interesting — without wearing jewelry.
Winner of the $250 Giftcard!
I totally forgot to announce this yesterday on the blog — congratulations to the winner of the $250 giftcard! I chose the number via a random number generator — the winner was Carolyn, who posted at 7/30 at 1:12 pm. Congratulations also to the winner of the grand $1,500 prize, chosen from the 10 participating … Read More about Winner of the $250 Giftcard!
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Roscoe Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Tory Burch is having some great sales, including this fun tweed jacket in hot pink. We like that it’s a younger take on what can often be an older look, and we like the contrast piping. For work we’d layer … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Roscoe Jacket
Coffee Break: Naturalizer’s Lockhart
It’s time for end-of-season clearance at Naturalizer — including markdowns on these fabulous zebra-striped shoes. Love the walkable two-inch heel, the conservative buckle paired with the zebra print, and the great padding inside the shoe. It’s also available in black leather and a great “saddle tan” leather. Was $79, now $39.99. Naturalizer Lockhart (Pssst – … Read More about Coffee Break: Naturalizer’s Lockhart
Surrender, But Don’t Give Yourself Away
Today’s guest post is from Siouxsie Law (who has since stopped blogging), who we’ve asked to write a few words about when to express yourself, and when to toe the line… I am the author of Siouxsie Law — a legal blog. I am a litigator and also goth. My style does not conform to … Read More about Surrender, But Don’t Give Yourself Away
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Pleat-Trim Knit Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Happy Monday! Today we’re loving this gorgeous asymmetrical knit jacket from Armani Collezioni. Love the ruffle, love the rosette, and love the dots. The short, fitted look can be a challenge — we’d wear it with wide trousers (as styled … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Pleat-Trim Knit Jacket