Something on your mind? Chat about it here. 6pm.com is having some crazy sales on pretty much everything today — designer clothes, shoes, bags, sunglasses — and there are some great items in there, for work and play. This weekend I’m wishing I had a pair of these Loeffler Randall boots — the super small … Read More about Weekend Open Thread
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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.) – If you’ve always wanted a freshly poached egg for lunch but couldn’t figure out how to swing … Read More about Weekly News Update
Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Seamless sweater
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Happy Friday! Today I like this simple seamless sweater from Talbots, currently 50% off — I like that it’s machine washable, available in 9 colors, as well as in regular, petites, plus sizes, and plus-sized petites. I particularly like the … Read More about Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Seamless sweater
Coffee Break: Caroline Pleated Leather Tote
Love this leather bag from Badgley Mischka Platinum Label, available in both black and brown. The pleats look great, and while I normally don’t like the look of the crossbody, I could actually see this one being a versatile look. The bag was $498, but as part of Bloomie’s sale it’s marked to $373.50. Badgley … Read More about Coffee Break: Caroline Pleated Leather Tote
How I Use Remember The Milk
I’ve posted before of my love for Remember the Milk, but it’s come up in two separate conversations I had recently, so I thought I’d post on it again. As a reminder, this is a free, web-based application, and it e-mails you when your “due date” is up. (You can also check items off it … Read More about How I Use Remember The Milk
Thursday’s TPS Report: Kova & T Silk wrap-style blouse
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Call me crazy, but I really like this unusual silk wrap blouse from Kova & T. Love the red piping, the abstract black and white pattern, the high waist — it strikes me as a chic and cool look. I’d … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Kova & T Silk wrap-style blouse
Suit of the Week: Lafayette 148 New York
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. Love this navy tweed … Read More about Suit of the Week: Lafayette 148 New York
Previously, on Corporette…
Travel back in the Corporette time capsule… Here’s what was on our minds oh so many moons ago. One year ago… How to Get Great Deals on Clothes Bare Feet, Pumps, and Toe Cleavage: What’s Acceptable? Lunch at One’s Desk My Coworker Has MY Suit! What to Wear to the Grad School Reunion? Two years … Read More about Previously, on Corporette…
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Jackson Fit Winter Wool Trouser
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. If you’re a fan of the Jackson fit pant at Banana Republic, head’s up — they have a new wool flannel trouser just in time for winter. I like the wider leg, as well as the slanted pockets (so much … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Jackson Fit Winter Wool Trouser
Coffee Break: Erica Pump
Love these pumps from Elie Tahari, available in snake-print black, suede, and “driftwood,” a snakey brown. Love the knotted/cut-out detail, as well as the classic look to the toe and heel. Lovely! The two black colors are on sale — were $328, now $238-$262. Elie Tahari – Erica Pump (Black 1) – Footwear (L-2)
What Makes a Sweater Appropriate for the Office?
When I look through stores for something to post for the morning’s TPS, I see a ton of sweaters that strike me as inappropriate for the office, and it’s surprisingly hard to put my finger on why. So I thought I’d start a discussion today: what makes a sweater inappropriate (or appropriate) for the office? … Read More about What Makes a Sweater Appropriate for the Office?
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Knee Length Skirt
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Fabulous skirt from DKNY — it’s a slight A-line with leather trim on the hip pockets and waist. I also love that ShopBop has styled it with black tights and shoes — what a great way to demonstrate navy and … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Knee Length Skirt