Amazingly, I don’t think we’ve featured any of the Liberty shirts at J.Crew before. I love this particular print — the white flowers with a touch of teal, pictured against a chalky blue background — it’s not too feminine, not too twee, not too “printy,” just perfect. I’d wear it tucked into a pencil skirt, … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Liberty perfect shirt in Leo scarlet
Archives for October 2012
Coffee Break – 3-Pocket Glasses Stand
If you’re like me — and you have a few pairs of glasses floating around your home or workspace — I love these beautiful glass stands. Not only do they give your glasses a place to “live,” they also look gorgeous and classy. Prices range from $49-$225; the ash wood one pictured is $180 at … Read More about Coffee Break – 3-Pocket Glasses Stand
Easy Weeknight Dinners (and Kat’s Top Five Lazy Dinners)
Update: While we still stand by these easy weeknight dinners (Kat’s still making them!), you may also want to check out our most recent roundup of 5 all-day crockpot recipes and 5 super fast Instant Pot recipes. For busy women, preparing dinner all too often falls into the “takeout” category. (I’ll admit it: I totally lived … Read More about Easy Weeknight Dinners (and Kat’s Top Five Lazy Dinners)
Sponsored Post: Ann Taylor’s New Wear-To-Work Boutique
This is a sponsored post from Ann Taylor’s new Wear-To-Work boutique — one stop shopping for wear-to-work styles. Ann Taylor has long been a personal favorite of mine. When I started working, it was a bit aspirational — I remember saving up to buy my first pair of nice black trousers there, then having them … Read More about Sponsored Post: Ann Taylor’s New Wear-To-Work Boutique
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Gathered Printed Skirt
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I’ve been admiring this skirt for weeks now — I love the romantic but sedate colors, and I think it would look gorgeous with a less voluminous top — a shrunken blazer, a fitted sweater like a turtleneck. It’s $235 … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Gathered Printed Skirt
Coffee Break – Suede Classic Pumps
I normally don’t like to post shoes in lucky sizes, but for purple suede pumps marked 75% off, I’ll break that little rule. I love the deep plum color of these gorgeous shoes, and I think it’s a good sign that numerous commenters asked that Brooks Brothers be added to today’s poll on the top … Read More about Coffee Break – Suede Classic Pumps
Comfortable Heels: Which Are Your Favorite Brands For Comfortable Heels?
Update: This is still a fun discussion on the best brands for comfortable heels, but 2012 was too long ago — check out our most recent roundup of the Top Ten Most Comfortable Heel Brands! One of the top Corporette posts of all time, The Quest for Comfortable Heels, turned into one of the best … Read More about Comfortable Heels: Which Are Your Favorite Brands For Comfortable Heels?
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Angel Two-Tone Stretch-Crepe Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Why are Roland Mouret dresses always so amazing? I’m not quite sure, but if and when I win the lottery, one of those will be one of my first splurges. This gorgeous blue and white dress — with origami-style pleats … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Angel Two-Tone Stretch-Crepe Dress