Something on your mind? Chat about it here. Oh, hai. I’m just hanging out, doing my laundry. Yep, everything else was dirty — and I never get to wear this dress, and that’s a pity because, you know, it’s gorgeous, and I love it, and we all need to wear this dress. I somehow stumbled … Read More about Weekend Open Thread
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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. New York magazine rounds up some stylish … Read More about Weekly News Update
Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: I Love Your Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This dress is slightly on the casual side, but: 412 positive reviews!! It was sold out a few weeks ago so I put it on my list to check back, and it’s currently in stock in most sizes (S-3X). It’s fun … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: I Love Your Dress
Coffee Break: Taylor Laptop Bag
I really like the few LeSportsac bags that I have — and if I were looking for a laptop bag, I would check this one out. I like the striped version, pictured, as well as the matte black bag — they do have a few other versions. The bag is $112 at Zappos. (Note that … Read More about Coffee Break: Taylor Laptop Bag
How to Tell a Flirtatious Boss to Stop Hitting on You
What should you do when a flirtatious colleague — one who’s kind of your boss — is hitting on you at work? Reader J wonders… I am a (female) BigLaw associate, who has become the focus of flirtatious attention from a (male) partner, who (1) works in another, but near-ish office, (2) is on the Executive Committee, and (3) has … Read More about How to Tell a Flirtatious Boss to Stop Hitting on You
Thursday’s TPS Report: Quilted Skirt Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I keep coming back to this quilted dress… I like the super super softness (reviewers note that it feels like a sweatshirt), the general shape and cut of the dress, and the fact that it’s machine washable. I also like … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Quilted Skirt Dress
Suit of the Week: Halogen
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. Happy Wednesday! … Read More about Suit of the Week: Halogen
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… Commuting-Friendly Shoes The Best Workwear for Tall Women A Guide to Buying Pearls Halloween at the Office Changing Careers: The Pros and Cons How to Be a Boss
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Daniella Ponte Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. The seaming on this dress reminds me of Hugo Boss, for some reason. Love the high neckline, three-quarter sleeves, those seams and, yes, that lovely color — it strikes me as interesting but muted. (Try it with a dark purple … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Daniella Ponte Dress
Coffee Break: Portrait Pump
I mentioned these briefly in the strappy heels roundup last week, but I thought they deserved a highlight of their own. Look how purty! I think all of the iterations here are great — of course I love the purple on purple, but there’s a lovely teal version, as well as silver and black. I … Read More about Coffee Break: Portrait Pump
Growing Out a Pixie Cut — and Looking Professional
How can you grow out a pixie cut — without looking unprofessional? Reader L wonders: Last fall I cut my hair in a pixie cut and although I love the low maintenance cut I’d like to have longer hair again. As you know growing out this cut can be painful. Do you have any suggestions … Read More about Growing Out a Pixie Cut — and Looking Professional
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Abril Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I’m liking the new “cool girl” jackets that are out right now, and I think this Abril jacket from Club Monaco is a great example of the trend. Love the notched, inverted lapels in leather, the black and white tweedy … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Abril Jacket