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: Button-Down Shirts
Archives for March 2013
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Paisley Stretch-Cotton Jacquard Pencil Skirt
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Oooh. Oooh! This may seem at first like just a really overpriced pencil skirt, but I think it’s more like a work of art. You have to zoom in to see — look at how the cool the textured fabric … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Paisley Stretch-Cotton Jacquard Pencil Skirt
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. Military-inspired jackets seem to be really in right now, and I like this shrunken jacket in a lovely, saturated fuchsia color. (It’s also available in “clay beige” if the bright pink isn’t your thing.) It’s $295 at Bergdorf Goodman. Tory Burch Shrunken Sergeant Jacket, Fuchsia (L-2)
Weekly News Update
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. – Real Simple tells us how to assess quality in blazers. – Temptalia has … Read More about Weekly News Update
Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Ponte Knit Blazer
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Ooh: Last Call has a number of ponte knit blazers that look really promising, and most are priced below $50. There’s this “mermaid blue,” a classic red, a black (in all sizes, too!) and a fun yellow. I think they … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Ponte Knit Blazer
Coffee Break: Pashli Satchel
This bag first caught my eye in shocking pink over at Barney’s, where they seem to have unfortunately sold out… but I like this subdued “shark-embossed texture” even better. I like the zippers, the large, lined interior, and the general chic look. And while it is slightly reminiscent of the Celine luggage bag, this one … Read More about Coffee Break: Pashli Satchel
How to Deal with Deodorant Marks on Suiting
How do you deal with deodorant marks on your nice work clothes? Reader A has a great question: My question is about sleeveless dry clean shift dresses underneath suits. I don’t dry clean mine every time I wear them, and I notice pretty significant deodorant marks on the bottom of the armhole. Is there any … Read More about How to Deal with Deodorant Marks on Suiting
Thursday’s TPS Report: Cap Sleeve Peplum Blouse
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I always like to get a few nice, on-trend blouses in white and black for the summer — they’re the easiest thing to mix into your wardrobe, and they instantly update any pieces from previous years. I think this white, … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Cap Sleeve Peplum Blouse
Suit of the Week: Alexandre Plokhov
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. I think … Read More about Suit of the Week: Alexandre Plokhov
Work-Appropriate Braids
Yes, yes, the braids trend has been around for-ever now… and I’ve been meaning to write a post forever! It shows no sign of stopping, I think in large part because braided looks are easy and fun hair styles that can be adapted for fancy looks (weddings, galas) to every day looks (like work) — … Read More about Work-Appropriate Braids
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Snake-Print Silk Crepe De Chine Blouse
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. The Outnet has a ton of clothes with “digital prints” right now, including this fun snake-print silk blouse by Nieves Lavi. I’m really not a fan of the boxy blouse, but if you are, this strikes me as a really … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Snake-Print Silk Crepe De Chine Blouse
Coffee Break: Graham Leather Wrap Bracelet
I normally don’t like bracelets for the office — they tend to clank against things while you’re typing or writing, and even just walking down the hallway with multiple bracelets on can be a major distraction for your coworkers. That said, those problems don’t really exist with the leather wrap trend, and I must say … Read More about Coffee Break: Graham Leather Wrap Bracelet