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Archives for January 2017
Workwear Hall of Fame: Ravello Top
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I’ve heard wonderful things about the v-necked Ravello top from Boden for years (as well as its sister, the crewnecked Ravenna), and may have to bite with the current sale — the colorful silk blouses are as low as $29 … Read More about Workwear Hall of Fame: Ravello Top
Coffee Break: Toss Scotland Wrap
Reader J writes to recommend this lovely Toss wrap, noting “I love my cashmere Toss pinstripe wrap and use it as a blanket on planes, scarf or shawl when I don’t want to wear a blazer or cardigan, and it somehow does not wrinkle or look worn. This thing has been amazing and the navy … Read More about Coffee Break: Toss Scotland Wrap
6 Awesome Online Classes for Working Women
If you’re looking to do some online learning with a level of commitment somewhere between earning a graduate degree online and watching a TED-Ed video explaining why cats are weird, then one-off courses may be for you. In the past we’ve talked about learning a language, using online resources and books to become a better manager, and finding … Read More about 6 Awesome Online Classes for Working Women
Thursday’s Workwear Report: Short-Sleeve Button-Accented Sheath Dress
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This looks like a pretty basic dress to me, but the reviewers seem to be raving about it — so maybe it’s that elusive dress that always fits, always looks good, and more. It’s available in both red and black, … Read More about Thursday’s Workwear Report: Short-Sleeve Button-Accented Sheath Dress
Suit of the Week: Antonio Melani
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’m always … Read More about Suit of the Week: Antonio Melani
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 Get on a Board Resolutions: A One-Word Theme for 2016 Help With Your Resolutions Beauty Wednesday: 5 Multipurpose Makeup Items to Keep at Your Desk Tales from the Wallet: Paying Down Debt vs. … Read More about Previously, on Corporette…
Wednesday’s Workwear Report: Check-Stitch Top
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Reiss is having a great sale — tons of low prices on sophisticated tops and sweaters, particularly. I’m always a sucker for a good white check blouse like this, either to be worn with a white or nude-for-you camisole — … Read More about Wednesday’s Workwear Report: Check-Stitch Top
Coffee Break: Rosamund Satchel
Well hello there, affordable bag that strongly reminds me of the splurge bag I posted in November, the MCM Tapisserie Boston bag. This one is far (far! far!) more affordable, and possibly a bit more functional as well given the cross body strap, the fact that this bag is so much taller than the other, … Read More about Coffee Break: Rosamund Satchel
Resolutions for 2017 – What Are Yours?
A great roundup of posts to help you look more polished, appreciate more and stress less, organize, grow your career, socialize more, save more, pay down debt, learn about personal finance, eat better, and move more!
Tuesday’s Workwear Report: Fahdi Ribbed Raglan Sleeve Sweater
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. If you’re on the hunt for a close-fitting black sweater for work, do consider this viscose/poly one on sale (new markdown!) from Nordstrom. Cashmere and silk sweaters can be great for warmth, but if you’re tired of pilling and fuzzing, … Read More about Tuesday’s Workwear Report: Fahdi Ribbed Raglan Sleeve Sweater
Splurge Monday’s Workwear Report: Pamona Blazer
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Goodness, guys, it’s 2017! (Haha, and I just typed “2012” first.) Veronica Beard’s blazers are always beautiful, in that LA-kind of way, and this wrap blazer is unusual for her but I dig it — the stripes are interesting, the wrap effect is … Read More about Splurge Monday’s Workwear Report: Pamona Blazer