Something on your mind? Chat about it here. Knee-high boots have been out of style for a few years now — if you listen to the fashion people — so it’s interesting to see that knee-high scrunch boots, which seem very ’80s to me, seem to be coming back this fall. I’m looking for a beige … Read More about Weekend Open Thread
Archives for September 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. Fashionista reviewed a new exhibit, PINK: The History of a Punk, Pretty, Powerful Color, at The Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York. A book … Read More about Weekly News Update
Frugal Friday’s Workwear Report: Drape Front V-Neck Top
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Happy Friday, everyone! This drape-front V-neck top from Banana Republic Factory caught my eye because of the little drape peplum detail. It looks to be a great top for layering — for underneath cardigans and blazers and other sweaters. I … Read More about Frugal Friday’s Workwear Report: Drape Front V-Neck Top
Coffee Break: Rain Genuine Calf Hair Pointy Toe Pump
These calf hair pumps from Donna Karan New York look so lovely. Personally, I find calf hair very itchy and don’t like to have it on a coat or bag or things like that, so a shoe is a perfect place for it. For me, these would probably be shoes that live at the office, just … Read More about Coffee Break: Rain Genuine Calf Hair Pointy Toe Pump
Where to Rent Maternity Workwear
Have you thought to rent maternity workwear — or wanted to? Today at CorporetteMoms we’re looking at four companies that rent maternity clothes for work, including prices, brands, and more! Of course, over at CorporetteMoms, we’ve talked a lot about maternity clothing for work, including: the best maternity dresses for work tips for budgeting for … Read More about Where to Rent Maternity Workwear
The Best Meditation Apps (That Aren’t Headspace)
Fun questions for today: have you tried different meditation apps or different forms of meditation? What are you liking right now? Have you found meditation and mindfulness to help with stress, focus, and productivity? There’s a lot of noise about the benefits of meditation these days — managing stress and anxiety! increased focus! neuroplasticity! closing your tabs! … Read More about The Best Meditation Apps (That Aren’t Headspace)
Thursday’s Workwear Report: Inverted Lapels Blazer
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This blazer from Mango reminds me a lot of the much-loved Going-Out Blazer from J.Crew that I had to post it. It’s a good deal less expensive at $79.99. We’re picturing it in pink (they call it “nude”), and it also … Read More about Thursday’s Workwear Report: Inverted Lapels Blazer
Suit of the Week: White House Black Market
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’m not … Read More about Suit of the Week: White House Black Market
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… Financial Advice for Women Lawyers Just Starting in BigLaw (Or Other Very High-Paying Gigs) The Best Beauty Store Tips and Tricks How to Keep Track of Work To-Dos How to Protect Your Credit Two … Read More about Previously, on Corporette…
Wednesday’s Workwear Report: Colorblock Sheath Dress
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This colorblock sheath dress from White House Black Market comes in plus sizes as pictured (16W–24W), as well as regular (00–16) and petite (00P–14P) sizes. Colorblock has gone in and out over the years, but I like the details on … Read More about Wednesday’s Workwear Report: Colorblock Sheath Dress
Coffee Break: ‘Lasso Western’ Skinny Belt
I always try to keep an eye out for belts with dresses (a great look, as we learned by studying Selina’s style in Veep!) because it can be really tough to find affordable belts that look good without a belt loop to tuck the end of the belt into. This $40 option from Nordstrom looks … Read More about Coffee Break: ‘Lasso Western’ Skinny Belt
Do You Buy Duplicates Of Your Favorite Clothes?
I thiiiink we’ve talked about this before (possibly in our discussion of shopping habits or in this long ago discussion of what clothes do you buy again and again), but it’s been ages and ages: Do you buy duplicates of your favorite clothes? This can either mean, “Hey, these pants ROCK and I am going to … Read More about Do You Buy Duplicates Of Your Favorite Clothes?