This post is sponsored by The Affordable Style Network, but written by Kat Griffin. I had the pleasure to talk with Angie Stocklin, the founder and primary buyer for The Affordable Style Network. In 2005, she was a 28-year-old school psychologist when she started Sunglass Warehouse out of her home as a side project with … Read More about Sponsored Post: Favorite Things, from The Affordable Style Network’s Buyer/Founder
Archives for December 2010
Foley + Corinna Giveaway Winner!
Congratulations to Corporette reader Erika M, who won the Mid-City Tote from our giveaway! Jessica, from Foley + Corinna, is emailing you right now with the information. (She used random.org to select the winner.) For those of you who entered and didn’t win, do note that Foley + Corinna has a sale going on right … Read More about Foley + Corinna Giveaway Winner!
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Ribbon-Stripe Skirt
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Neiman Marcus is having some crazy sales in its sales section. For the most part, only lucky sizes are left, but boy are they lucky! I am loving this ribbon-striped skirt from Lela Rose, which looks like it could be … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Ribbon-Stripe Skirt
Riding Boots … to the Office?
Reader J wonders: I have a question I’d love to see addressed on your blog (or maybe you can just give me your $.02): can I wear riding boots to work? If so, how? I am in court every day, but it’s juvie so it’s not like I have to wear a suit every day. … Read More about Riding Boots … to the Office?
Coffee Break: Myka Suede Wedge Shoes
Corporette commenters have sung the praises of these $30 wedges for a while (including today), but I don’t think we’ve ever featured them properly on the site. To hear the commenters tell it: They’re comfortable. They’re versatile. (And they come in purple suede, which you know I love.) They’re $30 at Target.com. Women’s Merona® Myka … Read More about Coffee Break: Myka Suede Wedge Shoes
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Velvet Blazer with Beading
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We have hit the three or four weeks of the year where, every year, I think to myself: I should really invest in a good velvet blazer. It’s festive! It’s professional! It’s dark and Victorian! Today, I like this lovely … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Velvet Blazer with Beading
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. 6pm has a number of sales on designer clothes, shoes, handbags and accessories this weekend — and there are too many fun things! This dress jumped out at me — it’s a great office party holiday dress, if you feel comfortable wearing red, and with the right … Read More about 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.) – FINS writes about how women are leaving management roles faster than men. – This was mentioned by … Read More about Weekly News Update
Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Fabulous Wool Jersey Top
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. The big Boden sale is on, and while there are some great deals to be had, it’s also “lucky size” territory — so take today’s post as more of an example of what you might find at the sale. This … Read More about Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Fabulous Wool Jersey Top
Coffee Break: Air Swan Oxford Pump
The one shoe I find myself wearing a ton of this season is my heeled oxford pumps — they work with tights, they work with trousers. I’m loving the look of these Cole Haan pumps — they have the “Air” cushioning, they have a platform, and they’re part of the Maria Sharapova collection, all of … Read More about Coffee Break: Air Swan Oxford Pump
Perfume at the Office: Why You Shouldn’t Wear Much Perfume at Work
I know readers have discussed this a bunch in the comments, but I don’t think we’ve ever had a full post on perfume at the office, so let’s discuss! Reader S’s question is about perfume at work: I take a lot of care in selecting my clothing/hairstyle/makeup, and making sure that they are office appropriate. … Read More about Perfume at the Office: Why You Shouldn’t Wear Much Perfume at Work
Thursday’s TPS Report: Buckle Wrap Top
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This morning I am loving this faux wrap top from Nic+Zoe, which looks incredibly flattering. The fact that there are only a few colors left (at one point they had about 6 colors in it!) also speaks well of the … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Buckle Wrap Top