Here’s a serious question for the readers that’s very appropriate for a “Coffee Break” post: Hydro Flask or Yeti? I know people have some strong opinions on the best tumbler for carrying coffee to work. Hydro Flash has some serious accolades at Nordstrom, while the Yeti has the same over at Amazon. If you’re looking … Read More about Gift Ideas: Hydro Flask & Yeti
Archives for December 2017
Do You Take Time For Yourself in the Morning — Or Just Get Up and Go To Work?
This may be an odd question, but I thought it’d be a fun question for today: do you take time for yourself in the morning, or do you just get up and go to work? When I was working in BigLaw I decided that I desperately wanted to do certain things and just was not … Read More about Do You Take Time For Yourself in the Morning — Or Just Get Up and Go To Work?
Tuesday’s Workwear Report: Ribbed Turtleneck in Italian Cashmere
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. According to J.Crew, they’ve recently made their knits tighter, which means that they should pill less but may not feel as soft at first. This cashmere turtleneck looks lovely for work as a great basic that you’ll have for years, … Read More about Tuesday’s Workwear Report: Ribbed Turtleneck in Italian Cashmere
Gift Ideas: Cord Taco
Yes, the name of this product — the Cord Taco — might sound a little odd at first, but it’s been recommended by enough readers that I’m seriously considering giving it to a few people for gifts this year. I love that there are a bunch of fun colors, like this turquoise, and it’s something … Read More about Gift Ideas: Cord Taco
Tips and Tricks for Holiday Networking
Here’s today’s question: what are your thoughts about holiday networking? What kind of events (whether through your office, professional organizations, alumni connections, or even friends’ parties) do you think are the best for holiday networking — and what are your best tips for having a successful networking experience at a holiday party? Perhaps importantly this … Read More about Tips and Tricks for Holiday Networking
Splurge Monday’s Workwear Report: Long-Sleeve Zip-Front Cashmere Cardigan
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I remember years ago in one of our discussions on the best cashmere for work, one reader mentioned that she always gets Akris cashmere on eBay. I haven’t made the leap yet myself, but there is a lot of it … Read More about Splurge Monday’s Workwear Report: Long-Sleeve Zip-Front Cashmere Cardigan
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. I’ve said it before, I’ll say it again: Hue leggings are some of my favorite leggings for the weekend. Fleece tights (or should I say, FLEECE TIGHTS) are kind of an inside joke among the readers, but if you’re looking for fleece-lined leggings for this winter then … 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. The New York Times examines why the fashion world will be closely watching Suits actress—and Prince Harry’s fiancee—Meghan Markle. The New York Times also has an inside … Read More about Weekly News Update
Frugal Friday’s Workwear Report: Pleat Front Trousers
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. These pull-on trousers from Leith have a ton of really good reviews (70+) at Nordstrom, and they’re hand washable (which, of course, means machine washable too, if they’re OK in the hand-wash cycle). Some of the reviewers note the good … Read More about Frugal Friday’s Workwear Report: Pleat Front Trousers