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Archives for 2011
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Structured Flannel Blazer
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Bergdorf Goodman has some great stuff on sale (up to 40% off), including a number of Smythe blazers. I like this simple flannel one — it’s so classically beautiful there’s hardly anything to say about it. I’d wear this purple … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Structured Flannel Blazer
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. Zappos has a number of brands on deepish discount this weekend, including Stuart Weitzman, Elizabeth and James, L.A.M.B., Sigerson Morrison, and — wait for it — Salvatore Ferragamo. I like the look of these Peekapoo pumps from Stuart Weitman — perfect for the quickly approaching season of … Read More about Weekend Open Thread
Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Ponte Knit Pencil Skirt
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Well, well: Nordstrom has a number of Halogen skirts marked down, including this lovely blue number (and, yes, this reader favorite). I like the vibrant color, as well as the soft, stretchy knit. This skirt, at 40% off, still has … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Ponte Knit Pencil Skirt
Coffee Break – Caroline Pleated Clutch
As the season for holiday parties approaches, I have clutches on my mind — in part because I have apparently lost my favorite clutch, a blue leather number. I’m eyeing the Lauren Merkin clutches on sale at Last Call by Neiman Marcus for a possible replacement, particularly this pleated “Caroline” clutch. For my $.02, a … Read More about Coffee Break – Caroline Pleated Clutch
A Discriminating Woman’s Guide To Buying Jewelry, Part One
How do you know when to splurge on a piece of jewelry? A big step in the right direction involves understanding the jewelry terminology (it’s also helpful if you suspect you’re allergic to some jewelry!) Today’s guest post explores just that. Author “Kanye East” is an attorney at law, New York City ex-pat, sarcastic Corporette … Read More about A Discriminating Woman’s Guide To Buying Jewelry, Part One
Thursday’s TPS Report: Resort Boyfriend Blazer
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I think this may be the first time that something from Guess is making an appearance on Corporette — yes, it’s a mall store from the 80s, but this looks like a really cute blazer. The crisp white does look … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Resort Boyfriend Blazer
Suit of the Week: J.Crew
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 for women, which should be as classic and basic as you get — instead, this feature is about the slightly different suit that is fashionable, yet professional. Happy hump … Read More about Suit of the Week: J.Crew
Tool of the Trade: My Trick for Holiday Shopping from Afar
If you’re traveling to family over the holidays, here’s one trick I use for holiday shopping from afar…
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Cashmere Drape Neck Sweater
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Wow: this looks like the perfect cowl neck sweater for the office. See how it’s loose but still fitted? How the neckline is more of a V than a U, and not a very low one at that? I suspect … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Cashmere Drape Neck Sweater
Coffee Break – Semi Fitted Pants
Target is having a pretty great deal today — buy one item Men’s, Women’s and Kids’ apparel, accessories and shoes and get 50% off an additional item from one of these categories — plus, there’s always free shipping when you spend $50. This strikes me as a great time to stock up on exercise duds … Read More about Coffee Break – Semi Fitted Pants
How to Discourage Chatty Coworkers
Update: We still stand by this advice on how to discourage chatty coworkers, but you may also want to check out our more recent discussions on how to deal when your assistant talks too much, or how to get your work done with a chatty boss. Reader J wonders how to discourage a chatty coworker… I … Read More about How to Discourage Chatty Coworkers