Very boxy shoulder bags are very in right now, and I find I like the structured look. The shoulder strap is adjustable, so presumably it’s a lot longer than pictured here — I like the little gold detail on the magnetic top flap, as well as the fun lining for the interior. It’s $588 at … Read More about Coffee Break: Bold Shoulder Bag
Archives for October 2017
Thursday’s Workwear Report: Colorblocked Sheath Dress
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This may not be for the shrinking violets among us, but I think this purple dress with black details is really lovely — for example, if you wear a lot of dresses and you’re desperate for something a little different … Read More about Thursday’s Workwear Report: Colorblocked Sheath Dress
Suit of the Week: L.K. Bennett
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: a … Read More about Suit of the Week: L.K. Bennett
How to Organize Your Personal Email
Readers, what are your tips on how to organize your personal email(s)? Do you use tools like Unroll.Me to keep clutter low, a ton of Gmail filters, or some other trick or hack? Do you practice a zero inbox policy with personal emails — and how do you keep from getting overwhelmed? (Psst: I know … Read More about How to Organize Your Personal Email
Wednesday’s Workwear Report: Stretch Wool Sheath Dress
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This stretch wool dress from Brooks Brothers’ Red Fleece collection looks like a great basic. I always like a notched or split neckline, and although both the navy and black are shown with the belt, note that it’s removable, in … Read More about Wednesday’s Workwear Report: Stretch Wool Sheath Dress
Cocktail Break: Islay Whiskey Set
Yes…. I’m running a bit late today. So instead of a Coffee Break let’s have a cocktail break (or, hey, a discussion about cocktails in the office, at least) — does anyone subscribe to the “office bar cart” that was so popular in, say, Mad Men-era offices? I’ve known women who keep a bottle of … Read More about Cocktail Break: Islay Whiskey Set
Comfortable Workwear for Late Nights
Reader A wrote in with a great question that we haven’t talked about in a few years: What is the most comfortable workwear for late nights at the office? Here’s her question: I’m starting my first biglaw job at a business formal law firm in NYC and would love to see a post about “comfortable” … Read More about Comfortable Workwear for Late Nights
How to Recover From a Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Workweek
Got it. Apologies to my assistants and anyone else I offended. So: I’m having a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad workweek. I was so late with Tuesday’s Coffee Break it was a Cocktail Break. My assistant accidentally posted a very rough draft of our forthcoming Outfit Challenge yesterday while I was busy, and the … Read More about How to Recover From a Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Workweek
Coffee Break: Marieta Flats
I originally flagged these flats to feature because they have an embroidered version (in addition to a navy and black suede) — and embroidery details are very trendy right now! Still, I think I like the suede versions the best. I noticed a lot of comments on the work outfit challenges thread regarding what to … Read More about Coffee Break: Marieta Flats
Splurge Monday’s Workwear Report: Luxe Wool Cashmere Flannel Cap-Sleeve Dress
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Love this green sleeved dress from Talbots — the cap sleeves, the V-neckline, the darts and set-in waist — fabulous! I only wish it came in navy or black. It’s $299, available in regular and petite sizes 4-20, but take … Read More about Splurge Monday’s Workwear Report: Luxe Wool Cashmere Flannel Cap-Sleeve Dress
How to Look Polished While Eating Lunch At One’s Desk
Are there business etiquette rules to know about eating lunch at one’s desk? How can you look polished while, say, scarfing down a sandwich?
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. If you’re looking for a new pair of skinny jeans for fall, do consider velvet. There are SO MANY options, almost exclusively among the higher end denim brands right now — the Paige Verdugo in general are highly rated at Nordstrom, so they’re probably a good bet. … Read More about Weekend Open Thread