The below content is about the 2018 Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale. Wow – I love this lace-up pump from Jimmy Choo. After all the block heels we’ve seen of late, a classic stilletto heel is nice to see, and we all know I love a sleek strappy pump as a more comfortable heel. There’s a black-on-black … Read More about Coffee Break: Vanessa Lace-Up Pump
Archives for May 2018
Red, Yellow, Green: Is Your Job Right For You?
Do you like your job (or career)? If you were asked, “is your job right for you,” what would you say? There are a number of different ways to ponder this question — whether the work-life balance you’ve got is the job/career is the work-life balance you want; whether the salary for the job is … Read More about Red, Yellow, Green: Is Your Job Right For You?
Tuesday’s Workwear Report: Fox V-Neck Wool-Crepe Pencil Dress
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. British brand Goat is new(ish) to me, and I think it’s a great option if you like other UK brands like The Fold or L.K. Bennett or Reiss — it has a lot of the same sophisticated-but-interesting styling. I like … Read More about Tuesday’s Workwear Report: Fox V-Neck Wool-Crepe Pencil Dress
Coffee Break: Bud Vase
I’ve mentioned this before, but whenever I get flowers I love to put some of them in one big vase and then use smaller bud vases to sprinkle the flowers elsewhere — I particularly like a bud vase near my monitor. (Another place bud vases look great, if you’re home: the bathroom/powder room sink.) I … Read More about Coffee Break: Bud Vase
Splurge Monday’s Workwear Report: Polka Dot Wool Blend Fit & Flare Dress
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This polka dot dress from Jason Wu looks really lovely. It seems traditional and classic but also work-appropriate, and it’s that rare sort of dress that you could wear to a big meeting or other setting where you need to … Read More about Splurge Monday’s Workwear Report: Polka Dot Wool Blend Fit & Flare Dress
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. Denim shorts for the weekend can really be hit or miss, so I was intrigued to see that this pair has a solid 5-star rating at Nordstrom with 29 reviews. The shorts are available in a ton of different washes, all with Hudson’s signature pointed pocket detail … 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 suggested Meghan Markle could be the biggest influencer of them all — even without social media. Ladders asked, when it comes to dressing … Read More about Weekly News Update
Frugal Friday’s Workwear Report: Cowl Neck Sweater Shell
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This cowl neck sweater shell from Ann Taylor looks really lovely. I love the wide ribbing, which gives it a more fitted look, and the sort of casual cowl — it’s very cool. Note that it’s machine washable, as well. … Read More about Frugal Friday’s Workwear Report: Cowl Neck Sweater Shell
Coffee Break: Gem Trio Stud Earrings
These delicate little post earrings look fabulous for work — they give a teeny tiny little pop of color right where I usually need it: by my face. I’ve pictured them in ruby red, but they’re also available in emerald and sapphire; they’re all $450. Gem Trio Stud Earrings Looking for something more affordable? These tiny … Read More about Coffee Break: Gem Trio Stud Earrings
The Best Career Advice from Coaches for Lawyers and Other Professionals
Wondering what the best career advice from coaches is? We recently contacted several top career coaches (many recommended by Corporette® readers!) to ask them to share their best career advice for professional women in BigLaw, BigFour, and other Big jobs. They shared their thoughts on growing your network and building your reputation, communicating with colleagues … Read More about The Best Career Advice from Coaches for Lawyers and Other Professionals
Thursday’s Workwear Report: Origami Top
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This origami top comes in black and cream, plus the pink pictured here. I think it’s definitely buttoned-up, but I really like the unusual aspect of it. (By the way, it has a hidden back zip — it’s not a … Read More about Thursday’s Workwear Report: Origami Top
Suit of the Week: Reiss
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’ve seen … Read More about Suit of the Week: Reiss