We all know I love a good strappy flat, and these gorgeous shoes from Sarah Flint caught my eye recently. I’ve never really been much for orange, but I kind of love these — they’re not quite as twee/in your face as RED SHOES can be (and I say this as someone who has a … Read More about Coffee Break: Hannah Flat
Archives for September 2018
Workwear Hall of Fame: Stretch Crepe Pants
Dec. 2021 Update: These reader favorite comfy pants are included in the 2021 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale for as low as $83.
Office Beauty Hall of Fame: Orgasm Afterglow Lip Balm
I know a lot of readers love Dior’s Addict Lip Glow — so I was happy to buy it in berry a few months ago to add to my collection of tinted lip balms. And honestly, for me, the Addict Lip Glow in berry is a bit too pink, so I rarely wear it. I keep … Read More about Office Beauty Hall of Fame: Orgasm Afterglow Lip Balm
What to Wear on Your First Day at Work
Here’s a fun question for today: What are your best tips for someone on what to wear on your first day at work? Do you play it very safe with your interview outfit? If it’s a business casual environment and a suit isn’t appropriate, what do you wear for your first-day outfit? We’ve talked about … Read More about What to Wear on Your First Day at Work
Splurge Monday’s Workwear Report: Camelot Dress
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This one has been popping up on social media for me: The Fold (now?) has a lovely dress with folded details and… dunh dunh dunh… pockets! Also available in blush, the dress is dry-clean only (womp womp) but made of … Read More about Splurge Monday’s Workwear Report: Camelot Dress
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. This highly rated, much loved strappy camisole is on sale at Nordstrom, and looks like it would be great for date nights. The straps on the camisole are embroidered, I like the pleating in the front and back as a way to give you a sort of … 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 Washington Post highlighted the Escada Spring Summer 2019 show, including 1980s-inspired women’s suits complete with pastel-colored … sneakers? Fashionista considered the evolution of work fashion on … Read More about Weekly News Update
Frugal Friday’s Workwear Report: Short-Sleeve Ponte Dress
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Happy Friday! This gorgeous short-sleeve dress at J.Crew Factory (it’s a bestseller there) comes in black and gray and is getting great reviews so far. I like the sleeves, the hidden back zip, the seams, and so on, and I … Read More about Frugal Friday’s Workwear Report: Short-Sleeve Ponte Dress
Coffee Break: Vintage Check Cashmere Scarf
This cashmere scarf is from Burberry, and I think this “viridian green” is fabulous because I personally am not a fan of the beige/red/black classic Burberry look. (The other option for this scarf is a “vibrant yellow” plaid.) It’s still the trademark check, but I like that it’s something a little different. (Of course, if … Read More about Coffee Break: Vintage Check Cashmere Scarf
What Are Your Friendship Tiers — Who is a Close Friend vs. an Acquaintance?
How do you define tiers of friendship? What is the difference (to you) between a close friend and an acquaintance, and how has that changed for you over your life?
Thursday’s Workwear Report: Plus-Size Solid Knot-Front Empire Dress
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This dress from Kohl’s is $110 full price, but right now you can get $20 off when you spend $100+ (and $10 off when you spend $50+). It comes in two really pretty shades of purple, aubergine (pictured) and berry … Read More about Thursday’s Workwear Report: Plus-Size Solid Knot-Front Empire Dress
Suit of the Week: Mugler
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 said … Read More about Suit of the Week: Mugler