Update: There are a ton of different colors of these jeans marked down to $49 in the 2022 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale!
Archives for January 2018
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. Racked reported on the best lotions, body butters, and oils for dry winter skin. Marie Claire offered a list of 22 business-casual basics every working woman should … Read More about Weekly News Update
Frugal Friday’s Workwear Report: Lantern Sleeve Top
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Ann Taylor is having one of their 50% sitewide sales, and they have a lot of nice blouses with interesting sleeves right now. I like this lantern-sleeve blouse, which comes in black, white, and chambray. There’s a very similar option … Read More about Frugal Friday’s Workwear Report: Lantern Sleeve Top
Coffee Break: Alix Tote Bag
I’m happy to see that the huge, oversized leather hobo/tote is coming back in style, and this Tom Ford is an excellent example. (Maybe it’s me, but in terms of definitions I think this one looks more like a hobo than a N/S tote — but they call it a tote, so who knows.) I … Read More about Coffee Break: Alix Tote Bag
How to Decide If You Want Kids
2019 Update: We still stand by this advice on how to decide if you want kids (don’t miss the comments!) but you may also want to check out our more recent discussion of whether you feel like you need to sacrifice kids for career. Reader S wonders: how to decide if you want kids? She’s … Read More about How to Decide If You Want Kids
Thursday’s Workwear Report: Midi Dress with Elastic Waist Detail
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Happy Thursday! This midi dress with an inset elastic waist has a stylish look to it — and I love that deep teal color and its perfect midi length. The dress also comes in regular and tall sizes, but the … Read More about Thursday’s Workwear Report: Midi Dress with Elastic Waist Detail
Suit of the Week: Boss
The below content concerns the 2018 Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale. 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 … Read More about Suit of the Week: Boss
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… Tailoring Alterations for Women: What to Ask For To Look More Polished The Office Pashmina: 9 Ways to Use a Wrap at the Office Instant Pot Tips The Best Knee-High Boots for Commuting to Work Work … Read More about Previously, on Corporette…
Wednesday’s Workwear Report: Madison Stretch Sheath Dress
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This Leota dress is really lovely. Polka dots can be a little too twee for some people, but I think this particular example looks great. I like the self-tie at the waist, too. At $128 — and hand washable — … Read More about Wednesday’s Workwear Report: Madison Stretch Sheath Dress
Coffee Break: Scheila Pumps
Block heels often get a bad rap as being grandma heels, and I’ll be honest: I can see it a lot of the time! These heels look like they walk the perfect line between being sleek and yet also on trend, though — and they come in SO many different color options if you like … Read More about Coffee Break: Scheila Pumps
Four Weeks’ Worth of Work Outfit Ideas!
Get the First Week of the Work Outfit Challenge Here Subscribe We won’t send you spam. Unsubscribe at any time. Powered By ConvertKit Wouldn’t it be great if you had several weeks’ worth of work outfit ideas — and if the ideas mostly used things you already have in your closet … Read More about Four Weeks’ Worth of Work Outfit Ideas!
Tuesday’s Workwear Report: Cashmere Relaxed V-neck Sweater
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. If you’re looking for a basic cashmere sweater, this one from Boden looks kind of perfect. It comes in eight colors (including gray, ivory, a cobalt blue, and a sea green) in sizes XS–XL and is hand washable — and even … Read More about Tuesday’s Workwear Report: Cashmere Relaxed V-neck Sweater