Gift Idea: Leather Journals

Gift Idea: Leather Journals

I’m a sucker for a good leather journal. I used to haunt Kate’s Paperie in January for sales, but there are so many beautiful options online now, who needs to? A reader recommended this Etsy shop a long while ago, and the products still look gorgeous. I’d get this for… well… just about anyone. (Although…

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Putting Together Work Outfits Using Suit Separates
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Putting Together Work Outfits Using Suit Separates

How can you make professional, stylish work outfits using suit separates? What are the do’s and don’ts of combining parts of the suits in your closet? Reader A asks… I’m a 2nd year law student in New York and will be starting work at a firm this this summer — I used your tips and articles throughout the interview process….

Stocking Stuffer Idea: Birthday Cake Gum

Stocking Stuffer Idea: Birthday Cake Gum

So here’s today’s little gift idea, which I think would be perfect for stocking stuffers: gourmet gum. I saw this first at World Market (we go there every holiday season to get a “beers of the world” for a friend who’s really into beer), and I spied this at checkout; the last time I went…

Performance Reviews: Running With Feedback
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Performance Reviews: Running With Feedback

Performance reviews can be a bit intimidating, but they can also be great learning experiences, particularly when you get critical feedback. For today’s open thread, I thought we’d discuss: What’s the best feedback you’ve ever received in a performance review? I don’t necessarily mean the best compliment (but ladies, please share those too!), but rather the best note that…