Yes, these are kind of bright colors for pumps, but a) a pop of color is nice — imagine these with an otherwise gray-on-gray ensemble, for example; b) they’ve got good reviews on Nordstrom, and c) 50% off never hurts. Although I love a purple suede pump, I’m kind of leaning towards the blue ones … Read More about Coffee Break – ‘Gardner’ Pump
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: Weekender Bags
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I still don’t own a classic DvF wrap dress — in part because I’ve been waiting for a great print that I could say, WOW, I love that. And, after years of waiting, I think I’ve finally found it! I … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: New Julian Two Dress
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. I was at a small dinner party at a paella bar in NoLiTa last Saturday, and noticed, a few tables away, another diner wearing this awesome top. Like, really awesome and beautiful and unique but still, you know, laid back — the “this old thing?” kind of … Read More about Weekend Open Thread
Like these posts? Follow us on Twitter or 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.) You can also follow us on Pinterest. – Forbes has a slideshow showing 25 comfortable shoes for baby boomer feet (which, … Read More about Weekly News Update
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Oooh – this is the kind of blouse that I love, because it’s mostly just a black blouse but it has some really interesting pintucking at the top. I think those banded three-quarter sleeves look great, and I like the … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Pintucked 3/4 Sleeve Blouse
I hate the color “mustard.” I really do. So you know I must really be in love when I say that I’ve been eyeing this mustard yellow bag for a few weeks now (although it’s also available in black, orange, and a tan “natural”). I love the dome shape, the buckles (both on the sides … Read More about Coffee Break – Domed Buckle Satchel
What do you talk about at cocktail parties — particularly when you’re trying to network? I’ve gotten a few questions like this recently, such as the one from Reader K, below: I was invited to a co-workers party last weekend and I was the ONLY person from the office there. I didn’t know anybody, not … Read More about Party-Appropriate Conversation Topics
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I like the unusual neckline on this blue and navy dress from Tahari, and I like the geometric side insets. I’m a bit torn on the fact that the back of the dress is a solid navy, but I suppose … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: T Tahari Cali Dress
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. Colorful suits … Read More about Suit of the Week: Bigio
Travel back in the Corporette time capsule… Here’s what was on our minds oh so many moons ago. One year ago… Which Are the Best Sample Sale/Flash Sale Sites for Workwear? How to Discourage Chatty Coworkers My Trick for Holiday Shopping From Afar Know Your Metals: How to Buy Jewelry Without Getting Fleeced How Messy … Read More about Previously, on Corporette…
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. The outfit here is a bit, um, casual/creative — but that sweater is amazing. I love the “seared chevrons” on this cardigan — it’s a bold and graphic look but also, I think, a fun twist on what I generally … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Seared Chevrons Cardigan
