Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We’ve featured J.Crew’s best-selling Portfolio dress before, I’m sure, but something about this deep berry color is calling to me — lovely. For springtime I’d pair it with white and pink accents, or pale blue. (The dress is also available … Read More about Wednesday’s Workwear Report: Portfolio Dress
Archives for March 2018
Workwear Hall of Fame: Grosvenor Place Shoulder Bag
Knomo tote bags are always a favorite, and this one look fabulous as well. It’s nylon and water-resistant, the front pockets are RFID secure, and it can protect up to a 15″ laptop. I also love that it’s expandable so that you can make it as wide as you need — and I like the … Read More about Workwear Hall of Fame: Grosvenor Place Shoulder Bag
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… 7 Ways to Freshen Up Your Work Wardrobe for Spring The Best Makeup Products to Fake a Good Night’s Sleep Dressing for Work in Different Cities Tool of the Trade: What Apps, Gadgets, Tools … Read More about Previously, on Corporette…
Tuesday’s Workwear Report: Vivianes Checked Felt Blazer
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Oversized blazers are everywhere right now, and I really like this checked one by Malene Berger. I like it as styled here, with a simple white top and cropped black pants, but I think we should do a post soon … Read More about Tuesday’s Workwear Report: Vivianes Checked Felt Blazer
Coffee Break: Hematite Leverback Stone Drop Earrings
These $16 stone drop earrings from Anne Klein look lovely, particularly if you’re looking for something fun and affordable to add a pop of color. They’re nice in that they’re not too blingy or distracting, and they add a bit of sparkle near your face. They’re available at Amazon with Prime and free returns. Hematite Leverback … Read More about Coffee Break: Hematite Leverback Stone Drop Earrings
Dressing Better Than Your Boss: Designer Bag Edition
Reader A has a great question about dressing better than her boss — specifically, she wonders, must she carry a lower-end bag than what her boss carries, or would a work-appropriate designer bag be OK?
Splurge Monday’s Workwear Report: Ribbed-Collar Crepe Suiting Jacket
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This jacket from Brandon Maxwell looks stunning, and I love the ribbed collar with its layers and shawl collar style. As styled here, it’s hard to imagine it with a blouse underneath, but I would say go very simple, either … Read More about Splurge Monday’s Workwear Report: Ribbed-Collar Crepe Suiting Jacket
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. I don’t know why, but suddenly I’m seeing a ton of different options for camo pants — and I kind of want some. These are part of the very popular Ab-solution line from Wit & Wisdom, which means they are “curve-friendly,” stretchy, and comfortable. On-trend or not, … 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. Fashionista provided some style inspo with the best street style looks from Paris Fashion Week. They also shared a roundup of the top trending street style items from … Read More about Weekly News Update
Frugal Friday’s Workwear Report: Printed Scuba Skirt
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This skirt from Alfani (created for Macy’s) looks really great. It comes in six floral prints, most of which are $36 (when you use code SPRING to get an extra 20% off), and I like that the colors of the … Read More about Frugal Friday’s Workwear Report: Printed Scuba Skirt
Coffee Break: Trooper Nomad Nylon Saddle Bag
This nylon saddle bag from Marc Jacobs is very popular and seems like a great option if you prefer a very easy, clean bag to carry to work, or to use while running around doing errands on the weekend or as something to put into a bigger tote. Unlike a lot of crossbody bags, this … Read More about Coffee Break: Trooper Nomad Nylon Saddle Bag
Thursday’s Workwear Report: Hotch Potch Ruffled Top
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This pink ruffled top from Boden by way of Nordstrom looks great for work and beyond. We’ve seen the almost Victorian look before with a lot of very filmy white blouses that are somewhat sheer, but I kind of like … Read More about Thursday’s Workwear Report: Hotch Potch Ruffled Top