I love the vintage vibe to these black/beige/gray shoes from Miz Mooz (also available in red/white). I think the slightly rounded toe is a great way to straddle the “trend” line between almond-shaped toes (on their way “out”) and super pointy toes (on their way “in”) — and the 3″ heel is classic. They were … Read More about Coffee Break: Miz Mooz Milan
Archives for February 2014
zThe Hunt: Work-Appropriate T-Shirts (redirected)
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 zThe Hunt: Work-Appropriate T-Shirts (redirected)
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Hale Double-Layer Blazer
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. OK, this is a slightly boring blazer — but I love the little details, like the double layer crepe front, the hook and eye closures, the lack of a collar, and the slitted (not buttoned) cuffs. It’s the kind of … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Hale Double-Layer Blazer
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. I don’t know what made me think of it today, but I was remembering an oldish NYT article about how Silicon Valley entrepreneurs travel. (Answer: very lightly!) One of the few women interviewed for the story swore by a particular dress, calling it her “lifesaver” and noting … Read More about Weekend Open Thread
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. Lisa at Privilege sings the praises of a Gap ponte blazer, even … Read More about Weekly News Roundup
Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Cashmere V Neck Sweater
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. February is always hard — retailers haven’t yet restocked with new clothes (or if they have they all look way too summery for current shopping), and only the dregs of the old stuff is left. So when you do see … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Cashmere V Neck Sweater
Coffee Break: Emily Pump
Ooh: I love this asymmetrical heel from Anyi Lu, available in navy tortoise, brown tortoise, as well as patent leather black and beige (some colors nearly sold out). Anyi Lu is known for comfort — love that rubber sole, and you can see the arch support from the picture — and in my mind, 2.75″ … Read More about Coffee Break: Emily Pump
I Can’t Wear a Suit — But Want to Show Authority
What do you wear when you want to show authority without wearing a suit? We’ve talked about what to wear when a suit doesn’t feel right, but Reader R is looking for authoritative clothes that aren’t intimidating and travel well… I recently started a new job as in-house counsel. As part of my responsibilities, I … Read More about I Can’t Wear a Suit — But Want to Show Authority
Thursday’s TPS Report: Angel Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Reiss is having some killer sales right now — tons of $350 dresses down to below $100. Take, for instance, this paneled dress (which I believe Claire Underwood wore on House of Cards). Love the elbow-length sleeves, the ladylike V-neck, … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Angel Dress
Suit of the Week: Theory
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. Ooh: Yes, … Read More about Suit of the Week: Theory
Previously, on Corporette…
Travel back in the Corporette time capsule… Here’s what was on our minds oh so many moons ago. One year ago… Is Ombre Hair Professional? Bespoke Dresses – What to Buy When Your Top and Bottom are Different Sizes Conveying Tone in Email Without Sounding Childish (OMG! LOL…) The Beauty Technique You Can’t “Get” But … Read More about Previously, on Corporette…
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Stretch-Knit Military Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. One of my favorite blazers in our Olivia Pope fashion roundup yesterday was the navy Alexander McQueen one — while this one from Isda & Co. has some important differences (it’s a jersey knit, not a wool; it has less … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Stretch-Knit Military Jacket