Leopard is big right now — everything under the sun seems to be coming in leopard print — and I’ve kind of been on the hunt for a new scarf since losing my beloved DVF scarf last year. While I’m pondering a bigger purchase, I feel like I need a scarf for winter, so this one … Read More about Coffee Break: Leopard Scarf
Archives for October 2018
Splurge Monday’s Workwear Report: The Masha Dress
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I believe we’ve featured this MM.LaFleur dress before, but it’s worth another mention. I love that it has pockets, and I love it as pictured here with a belt. It comes in sizes 2–16, and it’s $295. (Note that the … Read More about Splurge Monday’s Workwear Report: The Masha Dress
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. I always think of Leith as a juniors line, almost — I think just because it’s super affordable. But a woman I know was swearing up and down that their clothes fit her really well (and she’s older than I am), so I thought this was an … 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 reported that while hosting the American Music Awards on Tuesday night, Tracee Ellis Ross only wore outfits by black designers, including this Off-White dress. The Cut … Read More about Weekly News Update
Frugal Friday’s Workwear Report: Short Sleeve Belted Tie Waist Dress
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Prologue, a new brand at Target that was launched last month, looks very promising, particularly if you like affordable pieces that are fairly minimalist. I like the wide sleeves and wide neckline on this dress, and I think the belted tie-waist … Read More about Frugal Friday’s Workwear Report: Short Sleeve Belted Tie Waist Dress
Coffee Break: Pochette Tote Bag
This faux leather tote bag is from Ann Taylor. I like the outside pockets and the fact that it has some structure as well as a lot of internal compartments, including a big zippered area. It also has a removable zip pouch. It’s particularly good if you like to carry something on your shoulder — … Read More about Coffee Break: Pochette Tote Bag
Hair Accessories for Grown Women: What’s Appropriate for Work, Play, and Beyond?
Because everything old is new again, scrunchies, headbands, and claws are back in style and being offered as hair accessories for grown women, and I can’t wait to hear readers’ thoughts on them. I know some people have always been Team Scrunchie; I myself have always been Team Claw (and of course, the old black … Read More about Hair Accessories for Grown Women: What’s Appropriate for Work, Play, and Beyond?
Thursday’s Workwear Report: Pocket A-Line Skirt
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This pocket A-line skirt is a bestseller and an online exclusive at Ann Taylor. I really like the happy blue version pictured here, but it also comes in a more subdued taupe. It looks like a great skirt that would … Read More about Thursday’s Workwear Report: Pocket A-Line Skirt
Suit of the Week: LK Bennett
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. Oooh: Gorgeous, … Read More about Suit of the Week: LK Bennett
How Do You Find New Beauty Products?
Here’s a fun question for today: How do you find new beauty products and decide which to buy? If you’re looking for a new mascara, for example, do you wade through tons of online reviews? Ask your makeup-wearing friends about their favorites? Pick up a mascara while you’re at the drugstore because you’ve heard good … Read More about How Do You Find New Beauty Products?
Wednesday’s Workwear Report: Wool-Cashmere Blend Boat-Neck Sweater Dress
Sweater dresses: yea or nay? I’ve had some in the past that felt like they hugged every curve, so I like that this one has a straight, almost relaxed fit, along with other cozy details like a slightly dropped shoulder and a boatneck. I like it as belted here, but I’d probably wear it unbelted, … Read More about Wednesday’s Workwear Report: Wool-Cashmere Blend Boat-Neck Sweater Dress
Coffee Break: The Commando Keeper Sheer Tights
I was intrigued when I noticed that one of the few accessories that MM.LaFleur sells is this tight from Commando, and while I haven’t tried this one myself I thought it might be an interesting discussion — which are the best “sheer tights” for people who want the durability of tights but the general look … Read More about Coffee Break: The Commando Keeper Sheer Tights