Something on your mind? Chat about it here. The simple lines on this gorgeous DVF silk maxi are a great complement to the saturated color. It would be perfect for a summer black tie wedding. Or picnic. In fact, were I the happy owner I would find any excuse to wear it. Swoon. Available at … Read More about Weekend Open Thread
Archives for May 2014
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 and Instagram, or by our RSS feed. Angie of YouLookFab discusses linen pants and how to make them … Read More about Weekly News Update
Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Ponte Pencil Skirt
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This week’s TPS reports come to us from blogger Road Warriorette, who’s guest posted with us several times in the past. Thanks for sharing your picks with us this week, RW! Pencil skirts are a classic silhouette, flattering so many body types. However, they’re … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Ponte Pencil Skirt
Coffee Break: Okala Pump
We’ve featured this shoe on the blog before, but at this point I think it’s attaining “classics” status — it’s now available in 10 colors, with 37 glowing reviews on Zappos (and more on Nordstrom). It’s $109-$130, although Amazon does have a few colors on sale in lucky sizes. Sam Edelman Okala (L-5)
Are Messenger Bags Unprofessional?
Messenger bags: unprofessional, or just fine for the office? Reader H wonders: Hello! I love Corporette, and had a question about messenger bags. I read through some of the blog’s archives re: work bags, and found plenty of negative comments about carrying messenger bags to work. I always wore them in school, and recently impulse-bought a men’s … Read More about Are Messenger Bags Unprofessional?
Thursday’s TPS Report: Perfect Trouser Pinstripe Pants
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This week’s TPS reports come to us from blogger Road Warriorette, who’s guest posted with us several times in the past. I bought these Perfect Trouser pinstriped pants almost three years ago, and I still take them on almost every work trip. They are … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Perfect Trouser Pinstripe Pants
Suit of the Week: Boss Hugo Boss
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’m always … Read More about Suit of the Week: Boss Hugo Boss
Beauty Wednesday: Quick, Easy Hairstyles How-To
Need some easy hairstyles for those crazy mornings before work? Today’s guest poster, Lindsey A. Frederick, gives a tutorial on five different quick styles that take only 30 seconds to 5 minutes. Lindsey, a communications manager and freelance writer in the D.C. metro area (who loves to look great with minimal effort), blogs about lifestyle, career, and … Read More about Beauty Wednesday: Quick, Easy Hairstyles How-To
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Paxi Tank
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This week’s TPS reports come to us from blogger Road Warriorette, who’s guest posted with us several times in the past. The Paxi Tank from Anthropologie would be perfect for a day-to-night look. The pretty flowers would add interest peeking out … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Paxi Tank
Coffee Break: ‘Jet Set – Slim’ Saffiano Leather Wallet
The below content is about the 2014 Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale. There’s a ton of MICHAEL Michael Kors at the Nordstrom Half-Yearly sale, and for today’s coffee break I’m liking this little leather wallet in a happy, bright raspberry. It looks like it has plenty of room for cards and money, and numerous positive reviews. It … Read More about Coffee Break: ‘Jet Set – Slim’ Saffiano Leather Wallet
Summer Associate Style: What to Wear For Your Internship
What should you wear for your internship or summer associateship? Welcome to the first installment of our Summer Associate Series! Name aside, we hope this series will be helpful to ANY intern, whether you’re a law student or another woman interning in a conservative office for the summer. First up in our series: WHAT TO … Read More about Summer Associate Style: What to Wear For Your Internship
Splurge Tuesday: Tonal Inset Italian Ponte Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This week’s TPS reports come to us from blogger Road Warriorette, who’s guest posted before with advice about traveling with your coworkers, and what to pack for business travel, as well as rounding up small overnight cases for short business … Read More about Splurge Tuesday: Tonal Inset Italian Ponte Dress