I’ll be honest: a lot of my hesitancy with newer, trendier looks for the office is that they never seem to be that figure flattering. So I’m thrilled to bring you today’s guest poster: Angie Cox of YouLookFab, offering her expert style advice on how to elongate outfits and achieve figure-flattering business casual style. Angie … Read More about Guest Post: Figure-Flattering Business Casual
Archives for June 2014
Thursday’s TPS Report: Fitted Non-Iron Sateen Shirt
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This week’s TPS reports come to you from guest poster Staci Zaretsky, who blogs with our friends over at Above the Law. I knew I had to pick this one for today’s TPS because I’ve been looking for a pink blouse, and this … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Fitted Non-Iron Sateen Shirt
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’ve said … Read More about Suit of the Week: Boss Hugo Boss
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… How Much Makeup Do You Wear to Work? Pearls and When to Wear Them How to Dress for Company Golf Outings Business Lunch Tips from Corporette Readers Nosy Coworkers and Your Personal Life
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Ballet Neck Jersey Top
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This week’s TPS reports come to you from guest poster Staci Zaretsky, who blogs with our friends over at Above the Law. This is a great top for a more casual day at the office, but it’s still stylish enough to work well … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Ballet Neck Jersey Top
Coffee Break: Rounded Horn Sunglasses
I normally try to avoid spending a ton of money on sunglasses, but these gorgeous, deep blue shades are calling my name. I love the white/gray/brown horn frames, which are hard to imagine not being flattering against almost all skintones. They’re $225, exclusively online at Anthropologie. Wild Love in Africa Rounded Horn Sunglasses (L-2)
How to Pack for a One-Day Business Trip
What are your best tips on how to pack for a one-day business trip? Today I’m excited to welcome back guest poster and blogger extraordinaire Road Warriorette, who’s been nice enough to give us helpful tips on traveling with coworkers and professional but small suitcases. We actually just met IRL not too long ago for … Read More about How to Pack for a One-Day Business Trip
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Cotton Sateen One Button Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This week’s TPS reports come to you from guest poster Staci Zaretsky, who blogs with our friends over at Above the Law. If you’re looking for another jacket to add to your wardrobe, I’ve got to recommend this one to you. I love … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Cotton Sateen One Button Jacket
Coffee Break: Patterned Woven Large Pouch
Pouches are the unsung heroes of the bag world. Use them as clutches (or here, even as an iPad case), sure, but you can also use them as organizers if you’re the kind of person who likes huge tote bags (or, better yet, frequently changes her huge tote bags). Pouches can even just be a … Read More about Coffee Break: Patterned Woven Large Pouch
Summer Associate Series: Business Etiquette for Interns (and other Newbies)
This week, in our Summer Associate Series*: what are some of the business etiquette tips that summer associates and interns should know? Etiquette can often be one of the hardest things for schools and mentors to impart — but of course it matters, and business etiquette is something we’ve talked about a LOT through the … Read More about Summer Associate Series: Business Etiquette for Interns (and other Newbies)
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Bevin Asymmetric Ruched Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This week’s TPS reports come to you from guest poster Staci Zaretsky, who blogs with our friends over at Above the Law. Welcome to Corporette, Staci! – Kat. If you’ve been looking for a summery, work-appropriate dress, then you can … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Bevin Asymmetric Ruched Dress
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. I was unfamiliar with the “huarache” style until recently, but it seems like the perfect, comfy but feminine thing to wear on the weekend with everything from casual summer dresses to shorts to linen trousers. I like that these highly-rated Cole Haan flats have a teensy bit … Read More about Weekend Open Thread