Sure, we all know what basics professional women are supposed to have in their closets, but if you’re buying one for the first time or replacing one you’ve worn into the ground, it can be a pain to find exactly the right incarnation in stores. In “The Hunt,” we search the stores for a basic … Read More about The Hunt: Strappy Pumps
Archives for January 2015
Splurge Monday: Ella Sleeveless Pop Art Floral Print Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Happy Monday! I like this pop art floral dress from Milly — the high, notched neckline, the nice hemlength, the simple sheath shape. It’s $435 at Bergdorf Goodman. Milly Ella Sleeveless Pop Art Floral Print Dress Here are a few … Read More about Splurge Monday: Ella Sleeveless Pop Art Floral Print Dress
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. This well-reviewed dress looked a bit va-va-va-voom for everyday office for me — but I could see it being a great desk to dinner dress, particularly on a date night. I like the exposed zipper in the back, the hourglass seaming, and the fact that it’s partially … 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. Fashionista explains how some retailers are rethinking their strategies for … Read More about Weekly News Update
Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Side Ruched Sleeveless V-Neck Top
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I’ve always liked this top from Vince Camuto, but this one is totally calling my name. I like the happy color (try it with navy! purple! gray!), the vertical pattern, and the machine wash instructions. It’s available in regular and … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Side Ruched Sleeveless V-Neck Top
Coffee Break: Garland Jeweled Pump
I was perusing Cole Haan’s offerings on Zappos recently and noticed that they seem to have refreshed a lot of their shoe styles. Their Air Talia (beloved by readers in the past) seems to be totally gone (except for a single style at 6pm.com in lucky sizes, and on eBay). Still, this purple suede shoe is calling my … Read More about Coffee Break: Garland Jeweled Pump
How to Style Long Hair for Job Interviews
Wondering how to style long hair for job interviews? We weigh in on whether wearing it down will make you look too young…
Thursday’s TPS Report: Jane Herringbone Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I like this dark green herringbone sheath dress — part of a suiting separate at Antonio Melani. The sleeves look great, as does the wide but high V-neck, and I like the length. The whole set (jacket, pants, skirt and … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Jane Herringbone Dress
Suit of the Week: Jones New York
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. Jones New … Read More about Suit of the Week: Jones New York
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… Comfortable Heels for Wide Feet How to Reduce Static Cling Interviewing When You Don’t Feel Your Best Guest Post: Professional, Small Suitcases For an Overnight Business Trip Healthy Snacks for the Office
Workwear Hall of Fame: One-Button Blazer
Dec. 2020 Update: The white version of this blazer is on sale for $90 in the 2020 Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale.
Coffee Break: Faux Pearl and Crystal Necklace
I’m a fan of the long necklace for simple tops — and this faux pearl and crystal necklace from Kate Spade New York is calling my name. It seems effortlessly chic, feminine and fun. It’s $148 at CUSP. Kate Spade Faux Pearl and Crystal Necklace (L-2) Here’s a more affordable option. P.S. Apologies to all … Read More about Coffee Break: Faux Pearl and Crystal Necklace