Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Loft has a TON of nice prints out right now — I like the pictured palm frond skirt, but there are a bunch of others (this ikat cardigan, this gridstroke blouse, this tropic linen tee, or for the weekend, this floral midi … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Frond Pencil Skirt
Archives for May 2015
Coffee Break: Leather Satchel
I am torn between two bags at Brooks Brothers right now. This dark blue leather satchel looks sophisticated and sleek, and I feel like the Saffiano leather would wear better. But: maybe this bright cobalt one is more me (and it’s on sale for $150-$199, depending on the day). Hmmmn. The pictured bag is $498. … Read More about Coffee Break: Leather Satchel
Should You Buy a Wedding Gift for Your Assistant if You’re Not Invited?
2017 Update: We still stand by this advice on buying a wedding gift for your assistant, even if you’re not invited— links have also been updated below. If one of your coworkers is getting married and you’re not invited to the wedding, should you give her a gift? What if it’s someone really important — for … Read More about Should You Buy a Wedding Gift for Your Assistant if You’re Not Invited?
Thursday’s TPS Report: Floral Pleat Flounce Skirt
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Ann Taylor has some cute flouncy skirts for sale right now, which look great — this one on sale even has pockets. Lovely. The pictured skirt is $98, full price, and available in petite and regular sizes, 00-18. Ann Taylor … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Floral Pleat Flounce Skirt
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. This pretty … Read More about Suit of the Week: Halogen
Previously, on Corporette…
One year ago… Metallic Shoes: Appropriate for the Office? Summer Associate Style: What to Wear For Your Internship The Best Underwear for Eliminating VPL Tales from the Wallet: Fashion Math Machine-Washable Blazers (this post inspired our Washable Wednesday feature at CorporetteMoms!) Closing Career Doors Handling Frequent Doctors’ Appointments
Workwear Hall of Fame: Regent Blazer in Linen
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. My goodness: this linen blazer come in NINE colors (and at least three more patterns). That is confidence, folks. My favorites are the lemon yellow and tidewater, but the “autumn bluegrass,” pictured, is also lovely. The blazer comes in regular, … Read More about Workwear Hall of Fame: Regent Blazer in Linen
Coffee Break: Sable Flats
I’m kind of obsessed with these springy pink suede flats. I love the slight point to the toe, the ankle strap (we all know I love my strappy flats), and the notched dip in the vamp — gorgeous. They do come in other colors — Shopbop has them in red suede and a gray leather … Read More about Coffee Break: Sable Flats
The Guide to Pantyhose for Work
Hunting for a guide to pantyhose? Here’s our recently updated tips!
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Dasona Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I love this bright, happy blue fit and flare dress from BOSS Black, on a good sale over at Bloomingdale’s. I like the 3/4 sleeves, the round neck, the seam details, and work-appropriate length — lovely. (Oooh: Nordstrom has it on … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Dasona Dress
Coffee Break: Carved Small Huggie Hoop Earrings
I always like a good huggie earring — they’re so comfortable to wear, are small and work-appropriate but have a bit more personality than your basic stud, and are incredibly versatile. I like the look of these small carved hoop earrings, on sale today at Last Call — they were $225, but are now marked … Read More about Coffee Break: Carved Small Huggie Hoop Earrings
The Hunt: Stylish Sheath Dresses
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: Stylish Sheath Dresses