I’ve posted a lot of clear desk accessories lately — but when I saw this colorful desk accessory I couldn’t help myself; I love those saturated colors! I think they’re fun and they’d add a lot of personality to a drab office at work or at home. There’s only one review, but (sad trombone) it isn’t … Read More about Coffee Break: Colorful Double Letter Tray
Archives for September 2016
The Busy Woman’s Guide to Last-Minute Cleaning
2018 Update: Links have been updated below; you can also check out our latest discussion on green cleaning products that actually work. Do you adhere to a cleaning system for your home? Have you hired a cleaning professional or cleaning service? And — if you only have 3 minutes to clean your home before a new visitor walks into … Read More about The Busy Woman’s Guide to Last-Minute Cleaning
Splurge Monday’s Workwear Report: Saskia Dress
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This structured dress from L.K. Bennett would be a perfect new wardrobe essential. It comes in two beautiful but work appropriate colors, evergreen and pink, but what I love most about this dress are the details: the assymmetrical neckline, notched sleeves … Read More about Splurge Monday’s Workwear Report: Saskia Dress
Deal Alert: Ann Taylor’s Sale is On MAJOR Sale (60% Off!)
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Ann Taylor, but written by your regular friendly blogger Kat Griffin. Happy Sunday, ladies! Ann Taylor’s sale section just got even better: you can take an extra 60% off all sale styles, starting now and ending tomorrow night (9/26) at 10PM EST. This is one of my favorite sales of the … Read More about Deal Alert: Ann Taylor’s Sale is On MAJOR Sale (60% Off!)
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. Readers love Zella workout gear for its quality and ability to hold up to multiple washings, and after years of leggings being the only option in workout/lounge wear, it’s nice to finally see the brand offer a more relaxed flared leg pant, whether for yoga, lounging, or more. The … 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! You can also follow us on Pinterest and Instagram, or via our RSS feed. GOOD reports on H&M’s decision to only offer their plus-size collection online, no longer in brick-and-mortar stores. Meanwhile, PBS talks to Mallorie Dunn, the founder and designer … Read More about Weekly News Update
Frugal Friday’s Workwear Report: Courtney Scuba Dress
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Reader V wrote in to recommend this dress, noting “I’d recommend Christin Michaels Courtney Scuba dress. I think this is the perfect dress, not too dressy, not too plain, never wrinkles and makes any figure look like an hour glass figure. … Read More about Frugal Friday’s Workwear Report: Courtney Scuba Dress
Celebrate Business Women’s Day with Last Call
This post is sponsored by Neiman Marcus Last Call, where they just started their Friends & Family sale, but written by your regular friendly blogger Kat Griffin. Did you guys know that today is Business Women’s Day? Fun fact: The first American Business Women’s Day was sponsored by the American Business Women’s Association in 1982. It was recognized … Read More about Celebrate Business Women’s Day with Last Call
Coffee Break: Wool & Cashmere Scarf
This wool and cashmere scarf has been a hit for Nordstrom for years — it comes out every season, and is currently available in over 30 colors (including three different shades of teal! and two colors on sale). At 29″ x 75″ it’s nice and big, and the 70% wool/30% cashmere blend means it’s strong … Read More about Coffee Break: Wool & Cashmere Scarf
6 Things to Have on Hand When You’re Sick at Work
We all know we shouldn’t go to work when we’re sick. But whether you’re a presidential candidate or have a more typical career, most of us do it anyway. (Note: Here I’m referring to the average Corporette reader with full-time benefits; the millions of Americans without paid sick leave don’t have much choice about whether to stay home and rest.) … Read More about 6 Things to Have on Hand When You’re Sick at Work
Thursday’s Workwear Report: Stripe Structured Flounce Top
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I was surprised recently when I realized how many J.Crew pieces Nordstrom carries — they’d carried sister brand Madewell pieces for a while, but I hadn’t seen J.Crew stuff there before in any great numbers. (Although Net-a-Porter has sold J.Crew stuff … Read More about Thursday’s Workwear Report: Stripe Structured Flounce Top
Suit of the Week: Vince Camuto
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. Oooh: hello. … Read More about Suit of the Week: Vince Camuto