Happy Nordstrom clearance sale! I thought I’d start with bags and shoes since they tend to sell out first… are you guys sale stalking anything at Nordstrom? Some favorites: Shoes for Work A general note to start: there are a ton of AGL flats, Cole Haan heels, SJP heels, and Weitzman boots and heels. (And for … Read More about Nordstrom Fall Clearance Sale – Bags & Shoes
Archives for November 2015
Coffee Break: Check Stamped Round Dial Watch, 38mm
Wow. I’ve started going through the Nordstrom clearance sale, and I can’t tell you how excited I am to see so many beigey/rosey pink watches — a perfect “nude” watch, if you’re pale. Let me back up a bit — one of my favorite fashion movies is Audrey Hepburn’s How to Steal a Million, and … Read More about Coffee Break: Check Stamped Round Dial Watch, 38mm
Thursday’s TPS Report: 7th Avenue Design Studio Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I love a good knit jacket, and this one from NY & Company looks like that great blend of structure and comfort. It’s $74.95, but if you buy one you get a second 50% off. New York & Company 7th Avenue … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: 7th Avenue Design Studio Jacket
Suit of the Week: Alexander McQueen
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. I’ve seen … Read More about Suit of the Week: Alexander McQueen
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… How to Upgrade Your Bag Collection What Beauty Products Are Overrated? Are Over-the-Knee Boots Appropriate for the Office? How to Handle Stains — At Work Don’t Be Shy When Changing Careers (and 5 Other Career Changing Tips)
Wednesday’s TPS Report: All-Season Stretch Sleeveless Sheath Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Ann Taylor’s annual suiting sale is upon us — 30% off all suits and blouses. This lovely all season sheath dress is highly rated, and I like that it has a zillion matching fabrics. It’s $129 full price, but with … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: All-Season Stretch Sleeveless Sheath Dress
Coffee Break: Ultralite Professional Hair Dryer
Happy Tuesday! Every year around this time I wait to stock up on beauty purchases because I know that Beauty.com has a 20% off deal around now. It’s a great time to get my basics (I love my Caudalie lip balm) and try a few fun new things (like this!), and if you’re pondering a … Read More about Coffee Break: Ultralite Professional Hair Dryer
Clothes for the Curvy Professional
Are there any workwear brands that cater to the professional curvy woman? Reader V wonders… I’m not plus size – but I am curvy. As in, I hate most clothing stores as I actually can’t fit one size across my boobs but look matronly the next size up. I live in the UK and have recently discovered … Read More about Clothes for the Curvy Professional
Tuesday’s TPS Report: ‘Andy’ Ponte Sheath Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Happy Tuesday! This dress came up when I was searching for something entirely different, but I must say I love it, and that isn’t just the cobalt accents talking. Wide straps! An interesting neckline! Huzzah. Bloomie’s also has it in navy … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: ‘Andy’ Ponte Sheath Dress
Coffee Break: Cagney Pump
OK. The 4″ heel with a .75″ platform is not USUALLY my bag (in fact, I’ve pondered before whether 4″ heels are appropriate for interviews and other big events). But when I saw how highly rated these heels are — from Børn’s stylish big sister brand, Isolá — I had to take a closer look. There are only … Read More about Coffee Break: Cagney Pump
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Lara Drape Neck Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I’ll be honest: I don’t remember being particularly blown away by Whistles the last time I was in London (many moons ago, admittedly). So how am I now drooling over almost the entire Whistles collection at Bloomingdale’s? It looks chic … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Lara Drape Neck Dress