Update: We still stand by this discussion on what to wear beneath a suit jacket, but you might want to check out our more recent post on stylish tops for under suits, as well as the Corporette Guide to the Best Tops Under Suits. Reader E wonders what blouses, shirts, and tops you can wear … Read More about What to Wear Beneath a Suit Jacket
Archives for March 2011
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Film School Blazer
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I love a light blue blazer in spring and early summer, and this linen/cotton blend from Madewell, with its super-skinny lapels and laid back vibe, seems perfect. I’d wear it with pretty much anything — black, gray, white, navy, brown… … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Film School Blazer
Coffee Break: Purple Ombre Belt
Loving this purple ombre belt — at 3/4″ wide it’ll fit in most pant loops, yet is still skinny enough (I think) to look good on top of a cardigan or dress. I particularly like that the belt loop is purple as well. It’s $55 at Banana Republic, but use promo code BR25MARCH and it … Read More about Coffee Break: Purple Ombre Belt
The Hunt: Sheath Dresses
Sure, we all know what basics professional women are supposed to have in their closets, but if you’re buying one for the first time or replacing one you’ve worn into the ground, it can be a pain to find exactly the right incarnation in stores. In “The Hunt,” we search the stores for a basic … Read More about The Hunt: Sheath Dresses
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Silk Georgette Diagonal Striped Shift Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Love this simple black shift dress from Anne Klein New York. The boatneck and sleeves make it very wearable for the office, but the diagonal stripes makes it interesting and a bit playful. I’d wear it in a classic way … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Silk Georgette Diagonal Striped Shift Dress
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. Love love love this dress from Diane von Furstenberg. Love the chill maxi length paired with the sharp look of the collar and cuffs. The pattern is beautiful, too. But where does one wear a sharp-looking maxi dress — to a business meeting on the beach? Still, … 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.) – The New York Post profiles some women with “shopping bulimia” — they order, then send 90% of … Read More about Weekly News Update
Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Short Sleeve Shirt – Twist-Front
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I’m liking this simple ruffled blouse from New York & Company. I like that the ruffle goes all the way down the front. Unless I’m mistaken, this is a pull-over blouse, note a button-front (at least, I can’t see any … Read More about Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Short Sleeve Shirt – Twist-Front
Coffee Break – Hobo International Amber
Loving the look of this “Amber” leather tote bag from Hobo International — the gathered pleats! the fun lining! tons of interior pockets and dividers! And even a zip on top to keep the contents of your bag, in your bag. Fabulous. Zappos has it in caramel (pictured) and black; Endless has it in on … Read More about Coffee Break – Hobo International Amber
How to Look Professional Without Looking Like You Think You’re In Charge
When you’re just starting out, how can you look professional without looking like you think you’re in charge?
Workwear Hall of Fame: Seamed Knit Skirt (aka The Skirt)
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Yesterday, readers were singing the praises of this great seamed knit skirt from Nordstrom — love that it comes in 6 colors (including fever pink, pictured, as well as black, gray, “grapevine” purple, “cadet” blue, and “chalet” green). It’s fully-lined, … Read More about Workwear Hall of Fame: Seamed Knit Skirt (aka The Skirt)
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 women’s 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. Jones New York … Read More about Suit of the Week