Maybe it is news to no one but me, but I haven’t seen the colored Longchamp bags with matching leather straps. (Last I remember noticing they still had brown straps widely available online.) I much prefer the more streamlined look, and I think the purple is a lovely, versatile color (but of course I do). … Read More about Coffee Break: Le Pliage Neo Tote
Archives for 2014
Over-the-Knee Boots at the Office?
While doing our round-up of knee-high boots, I was struck by how things have changed in such a short time — when I first started this blog, knee-high boots were still pretty scandalous, and over-the-knee boots (or OTK boots) were completely, totally risqué. Cut to today, and they’re EVERYWHERE — flat versions, high-heeled versions, on … Read More about Over-the-Knee Boots at the Office?
Don’t Be Shy When Changing Careers (and 5 Other Career Changing Tips)
Disclosure: In today’s sponsored post, State Farm Insurance asked me to talk about my first career change — magazine editor to lawyer — and some of the people who helped me along the way. I was at a recent alumni networking event, and everyone older than 30 heartily encouraged the students and new graduates to … Read More about Don’t Be Shy When Changing Careers (and 5 Other Career Changing Tips)
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. So I’ve been eyeing this festive blazer but pondering how to wear it when it’s SO. DANG. COLD. And the answer, in theory, was always: a silk/cashmere turtleneck. But finding one under $300 turned out to be a bit of a … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater
Coffee Break: Small Pavé Huggie Hoop Earrings
I always love my huggie earrings, and these look like a great, affordable option thanks to the small pavé crystals (instead of diamonds). As always, I find huggies super comfortable for long phone conversations, unlike post earrings, and they lend a finished look without being distracting when you speak, like a lot of dangling earrings … Read More about Coffee Break: Small Pavé Huggie Hoop Earrings
The Hunt: Knee-High Boots For Work
2017 Update: We still like a lot of these knee high boots for work, but you may also want to check out our most recent discussion on what boots to wear with tights to work. Sure, we all know what basics professional women are supposed to have in their closets, but if you’re buying one … Read More about The Hunt: Knee-High Boots For Work
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Convertible Collar Tweed Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. OK, now I feel guilty: I saw this gorgeous tweed blazer a few weeks ago — and somehow I kept deciding to post other stuff. Now there are only a select few sizes left… but look how purty! Love the … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Convertible Collar Tweed Jacket
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. Brrrrrrr: it is COLD outside. I almost never wear my regular UGGs, but for some reason these cardigan slipper UGGs look like they would be just the thing for puttering around the house — it’s like they have “Netflix binge” written all over them. They’re $150 (with … Read More about Weekend Open Thread
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. Black Girl with Long Hair shares five professional … Read More about Weekly News Update
Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Snake-Embossed Contrast-Striped Skirt
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I go back and forth on whether I like this kind of pencil skirt — but I love the contrasting stripes on this one, as well as the nice, muted color palette. The price is even better: it was $140, … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Snake-Embossed Contrast-Striped Skirt
Coffee Break: Soho Heavy Grain Pebble Tote
I’m always a huge fan of Botkier — the leather! the construction! the great pockets! A number of places (including ShopBop and Amazon) have this lovely, simple tote — but Bloomingdale’s offers at least one thing the others don’t: this nice red leather, exclusive to Bloomingdale’s. The bag is $298. Botkier Soho Heavy Grain Pebble Tote Here’s … Read More about Coffee Break: Soho Heavy Grain Pebble Tote
Should You Buy a Holiday Gift for Your Boss?
Should you buy a holiday gift for your boss? We weigh in.