One of my must-haves for spring and fall is always a lightweight (but warm!) scarf or wrap. It’s great to fold neatly (and maybe even place it in a Ziploc to protect it), and carry it with you always in case you need extra warmth on a windy spring day. (It’s also great for those … Read More about Coffee Break: Tissue Weight Wool and Cashmere Wrap
Archives for April 2014
Mirrors and the Office
Are mirrors too girly to have in your office? Which mirrors are best for the office? Reader A wonders… I am six-months into my first post-school job and am (as per your advice) slowly decorating my office. I’d really like to have a mirror in my office to check my makeup before meetings, etc. But, … Read More about Mirrors and the Office
Thursday’s TPS Report: Textured V-Neck Flounce Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I’m really liking this V-neck dress from Ann Taylor. I like the high V, the textured cotton detailing on the shoulders and the sides, and the general A-line shape of it. It’s nice to see a hidden back zipper, as … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Textured V-Neck Flounce Dress
Introducing… CorporetteMoms, a Request for Guest Bloggers, and Some Kat News
SO. I’ve kept a few creative endeavors on the down-low, and now is the time to share! (Gulp!) The CorporetteMoms Newsletter Longtime Corporette readers may remember that when I announced my pregnancy with Jack (now 2.5 years old) I ALSO announced that I’d be starting a new newsletter, devoted entirely to pregnancy, navigating maternity leave, … Read More about Introducing… CorporetteMoms, a Request for Guest Bloggers, and Some Kat News
Suit of the Week: Austin Reed
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. UK retailer … Read More about Suit of the Week: Austin Reed
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Sleeveless Sheath Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. There are a ton of cute sheath dresses out right now (Ann Taylor in particular has a number, all currently part of the 40% off sitewide sale — if the prices/inventory hold for another day that’s likely where tomorrow’s TPS … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Sleeveless Sheath Dress
Coffee Break: Chelsea PT MJ Lo Pump
Basics can be funny things — to some women, metallic shoes are “basics” because they can wear them with everything — the same way that I would wear, say, a leopard blazer or animal print heels with almost anything in my wardrobe. (Admittedly, my wardrobe is primarily dark solids, and I would probably wear it … Read More about Coffee Break: Chelsea PT MJ Lo Pump
Corporate Headshots: Best Practices (And What To Avoid)
What are the best tips for looking good in a corporate headshot? Should “looking good” be the goal? Reader J wonders: I have a professional photography session coming up. Any general recommendations? Good luck, J! We haven’t talked about what to wear for corporate headshots, or whether to wear eyeglasses in your corporate photo, or … Read More about Corporate Headshots: Best Practices (And What To Avoid)
Workwear Hall of Fame: Mehira Linen Blazer
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This fun leopard blazer first caught my eye over at Zappos, but for once Saks has the best price — not only is it marked from $298 to $238, but it’s eligible for their Friends and Family sale, so the … Read More about Workwear Hall of Fame: Mehira Linen Blazer
Coffee Break: Btalia Satchel
It isn’t surprising that I like this bag: it’s clearly inspired by the Balenciaga bags that I’ve been drooling over for many moons. I normally don’t like things that are so clearly “inspired by,” but for $65-$88, it’s hard to say that it isn’t a great way to at least “try” the style. I like … Read More about Coffee Break: Btalia Satchel
Happy Administrative Professionals Week!
Although Wednesday is officially Administrative Professionals Day, it’s been spreading into a weeklong affair for a few years now. Readers, what are you getting your administrative professionals to celebrate? Some past reading for you: we’ve taken polls on administrative professionals day gifts before, talked about how and what to delegate to your assistant, and swapped … Read More about Happy Administrative Professionals Week!
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Claudette Mayfair Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Happy Monday! The outfit here is not my favorite, but I do like that sharp-shouldered tweed jacket and the nice green. I’d wear it with lavender or a nice dark purple or navy. It’s part of some good sales going … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Claudette Mayfair Jacket