Something on your mind? Chat about it here. Lands’ End has had these dresses for a while now — every season they come out in new colors and patterns (and in petites, plus, and tall sizes). I picked up a few myself on deep discount last year (I’m 5’4″ and preferred the length on the … Read More about Weekend Open Thread
Archives for February 2014
Weekly News Roundup
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 or Instagram. Fashion Style Beauty advises a reader worried about the sparkle in her … Read More about Weekly News Roundup
Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Faux Wrap Blouse
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I’ve noticed this blouse before at the Nordstrom site, but have always hated the way it was styled (including in the picture here) — but I happened to notice that Jean at Extra Petite posted this recently, and it looks … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Faux Wrap Blouse
Coffee Break: Daphne Satchel Bag
Simple colorblocking seems to be in right now (I’m remembering that Row handbag splurge from few weeks ago) — but this one is much more in my price range (kind of), and I like the goldtone hardware and feet. It’s $450 at CUSP. Zac Zac Posen Daphne Satchel Bag (L-2)
How to Look Professional With a Wool Allergy
Which are the best sweaters if you suffer from a wool allergy? Are there any other tricks for looking professional while avoiding wool? Reader P wonders: Like a lot of people I seem to know, I am allergic to wool. It makes me itch. Even cashmere. Even soft merino wool. Even if the sweater is … Read More about How to Look Professional With a Wool Allergy
Thursday’s TPS Report: Signature Snake Print Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Hat tip to commenter MJ, who yesterday mentioned the huge sale going on at UK retailer Austin Reed. As she noted: “Sale PSA for ladies who wear more traditional, formal stuff to work. Austin Reed (UK) is having a great … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Signature Snake Print Dress
Suit of the Week: Alexander McQueen
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. This suit … Read More about Suit of the Week: Alexander McQueen
A Money Roadmap: Where to Go Next In Your Personal Finance Journey
We’ve talked about a ton of different money issues here, but it occurred to me that it might be helpful to do a simple “roadmap” post — a listing of what to do, in what order, with links to the appropriate posts. So here’s my list of what to do with your money — if … Read More about A Money Roadmap: Where to Go Next In Your Personal Finance Journey
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Fleet Blouse
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This dark burgundy color just keeps growing on me — wear it in the fall and winter with black, dark gray, and other neutrals; wear it in the spring with pale blue. The silk crepe blouse is only 30% off … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Fleet Blouse
Coffee Break: Geometric-Print Scarf
You guys could probably pick my scarf collection out of a lineup, because my favorite colors repeat themselves — black, cobalt blue, fuchsia, dark purple (this DvF scarf was my last addition). But I am absolutely loving this multi-colored, bright geometric print from Vismaya. I think it would be a great pop of color under … Read More about Coffee Break: Geometric-Print Scarf
The Care and Maintenance of Professional Contacts
How do you maintain professional contacts on a regular basis? You don’t want to be the junior person who only reaches out when you need something, and you don’t want to be the person who constantly pesters your mentors and contacts with questions — but where is the middle ground? Reader K wonders: Curious what … Read More about The Care and Maintenance of Professional Contacts
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Bernadette Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. There’s a lot to like about this dress — the seaming across the bodice, the square neck with cutout details, the cap sleeves — and I of course love a sale. The dress was $348, but is now marked to … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Bernadette Dress