Something on your mind? Chat about it here. There are a lot of interesting trends that, I think, are going mainstream right now… including overalls. As someone who had a pair the last time they had a moment (1995!), my first thought was YIKES — but honestly a lot of them look really cute for … Read More about Weekend Open Thread
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Weekly News Update
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Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: High Waist Wrap-Look Pencil Skirt
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I like this skirt because it feels a bit more daring than it is — the high waist and the long wrap could go wrong (to say nothing of the cobalt linen!) but because it’s a faux wrap it looks … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: High Waist Wrap-Look Pencil Skirt
Coffee Break: Gilia Pumps
Oooh: I do love a good cutout, and here there are fun details at the ankle as well as on the vamp — I’m in love. I like this beigy snake, which feels like a fun neutral, but there are also actual neutrals: a greige and a black. Zappos has them at full price, but Nordstrom has … Read More about Coffee Break: Gilia Pumps
Should You Ever Hire a Friend?
Hiring friends: yea or nay? Does your answer vary if you’re hiring a friend to be a colleague/equal versus hiring an assistant? We’ve talked about interviewing with friends, but not the reverse situation, hiring a friend. Reader M wonders… I work at a small law firm. I’m pretty junior, but I have a considerable amount … Read More about Should You Ever Hire a Friend?
Thursday’s TPS Report: Cashmere V-Neck Cardigan
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. J.Crew’s sale is pretty good if you’re willing to look at final sale stuff — right now, for example, this cashmere collection cardigan sweater is marked down from $198 to $159 — and then with code SHOPSALE you can take … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Cashmere V-Neck Cardigan
Suit of the Week: Talbots
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. As noted … Read More about Suit of the Week: Talbots
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Pleated Fit & Flare Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Wow: I haven’t seen this dress before, but they seem pretty confident in its awesomeness, considering it comes in about 8 colors and patterns. I like the notch neck, the flared, floaty skirt, and the price – $98 at Nordstrom, … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Pleated Fit & Flare Dress
Coffee Break: Quilted Leather Tote
Yes, boring black — but hey; it’s great for a capsule wardrobe. I like the three glowing reviews of this bag, interestingly from women ranging in age from 20-65 — and I think the texture makes it look a lot more lux than it is. Even better, it’s on sale: it was $298, but is … Read More about Coffee Break: Quilted Leather Tote
Creating a Capsule Wardrobe for Work
The capsule wardrobe for work — a limited number of essential pieces that can be combined to create many outfits — has been growing in popularity, which makes sense when you look at the parallel trends of “slow fashion” and Marie Kondo’s The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up (aff). A focus on quality pieces + an emphasis on decluttering/organization = … Read More about Creating a Capsule Wardrobe for Work
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Linden Draped Jersey Sheath Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This dress is like a tall drink of water — it seems easy but elegant. The mint is gorgeous but, let’s be honest, I want it more in black. I like that it’s hand washable, as well. It’s $298 at … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Linden Draped Jersey Sheath Dress
Coffee Break: Druzy Earrings
I really love all things druzy, so I’m loving these simple earrings from Etsy seller Geminmind — she has a number of different white druzy earrings with various birthstones; I’ve pictured the peridot earrings here (August birthdays, rejoice). I particularly like these earrings for work because there is no movement to them, if that makes sense … Read More about Coffee Break: Druzy Earrings