Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Reader E found this on the Nordstrom site and “fell in love. It looks wonderfully cozy, yet sophisticated and professional as well.” We like it! We like that it’s meant to fit a bit looser than so many dresses out … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Belted Cowl Neck Jersey Dress icon
Archives for September 2010
Can You Wear Religious Jewelry to the Office? (Should You?)
Can you wear religious jewelry to the office? Reader S wonders if it’s appropriate… I was wondering what you and all of the other readers think about wearing religious jewelry to work. I’m not talking about a head covering, or skirts as required by a religion, but more along the line of wearing a Star … Read More about Can You Wear Religious Jewelry to the Office? (Should You?)
Splurge Tuesday’s TPS Report: Short Belted Wool Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We are loving this belted wool jacket — it’s such an interesting take on the sweater jacket. Love the shawl collar and the slightly bloused sleeves, as well as the tone-on-tone look of the belt. Fabulous. It’s $550 at Burberry.com … Read More about Splurge Tuesday’s TPS Report: Short Belted Wool Jacket
Holiday Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. Happy Labor Day, everyone! We hope everyone has a great weekend planned, full of friends, family, and fun. We’re in a maxi-dress kind of mood for this weekend, and we like this lovely one from T-bags, on sale at the Outnet — we think it would look … Read More about Holiday Weekend Open Thread
Weekly News Update
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 through our CorporetteDeals Twitter feed.) – The Washington Post’s Robin Givhan suggests that Hillary Rodham Clinton’s longer hairdo is an “act of defiance” … Read More about Weekly News Update
Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Short Sleeve Scoop Neck Tee T-shirt
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Bare Necessities is having a great sale, and all clearance items are marked an EXTRA 50% off. We like their selection of basic t-shirts, and it strikes us as one of the few places where you can reliably find a … Read More about Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Short Sleeve Scoop Neck Tee T-shirt
Coffee Break: Dabba Pump
Nordstrom’s shoe clearance sale is underway, and we’re liking these simple open-toes by Stuart Weitzman, available in both “cognac tartaruga” (pictured) and navy patent. Like the button detail, like the patent, like the general look. The shoes were $335, now marked to $199.90 at Nordstrom (lots of sizes still left). Stuart Weitzman ‘Dabba’ Pump N.B. … Read More about Coffee Break: Dabba Pump
6 Tips for Saving Money on Lunch (Even If You Eat Out All The Time!)
Reader L has a question: what are our best tips for saving money on lunch? Even if you eat out all the time, there are still some smart money strategies… Here’s her question: Could you perhaps do a post on bringing lunches to the office versus going out? I’m new to the 9-5 world, and … Read More about 6 Tips for Saving Money on Lunch (Even If You Eat Out All The Time!)
Thursday’s TPS Report: Kenneth Cole New York Structured Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We’re liking this structured jacket by Kenneth Cole New York right now. We like the single button and long collar, and the padded shoulders look modern and on-trend, reminiscent of the sharper, almost comical Balmain shoulders. It’s $99 at Nordstrom … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Kenneth Cole New York Structured Jacket
Review: CitySlips Ballet Flats
2018 Update: I’m still wearing my CitySlips, but they no longer seem to be available for sale. There are a ton of affordable foldable flats on Amazon or at your local drugstore, though — a great option for an upgrade is this foldable flat. I had been curious about CitySlips (“foldable ballet flats for the … Read More about Review: CitySlips Ballet Flats
Suit of the Week – Donna Karan
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. Graphics aside (it’s like … Read More about Suit of the Week – Donna Karan
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Wrap Dress with Cummerbund
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We noticed this DKNY dress a few weeks ago, and it seems fitting for the first day of September (even if it is still ridiculously hot). We like the long sleeves and the high wrapped neckline; we also like the … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Wrap Dress with Cummerbund