How much leopard print is TOO much leopard print, at least for those of us not glamorous movie stars from the ’30s? Would you, say, wear an entire velvet leopard-print suit?
Archives for December 2018
Weekend Open Thread
This bright, happy red bag is festive — but versatile — and I love that it’s 33% off.
Weekly News Update
Why some people are obsessed with how female American politicians dress, a roundup of the nine top fashion stories of 2018, and advice from Michelle Obama on imposter syndrome…
Frugal Friday: Wrapover Top
This elegant wrap top strikes me as a steal for $25. I like the cuffed sleeves, and although I like the belt it comes with, I kind of like that it’s removable in case you want to mix something higher with the low. The top comes in both red and black, and seems like a … Read More about Frugal Friday: Wrapover Top
Lounging & Workwear Hall of Fame: Circle Cardigan
Update: There are several sizes and colors of this reader-favorite sweater in the 2022 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, marked as low as $79.
What Things Do You Own That You Heartily Recommend As Gift Ideas?
We all make a lot of purchases and get gifts over the year — but what things do you RAVE about, that were amazing purchases you still remember? I’m listing some of mine – but I’d love to hear yours as well. What purchases and giftable experiences do you heartily recommend to others trying to come up with gift ideas?
Thursday’s Workwear Report: Convertible Neckline Cozy Tunic
The option to convert the neckline style from cowl to off-the-shoulder makes this top versatile and fun.
Suit of the Week: Boden
Hooray for velvet suits — and for sitewide 30% off sales!
Wednesday’s Workwear Report: Tommie Merino Sweater
Available in four colors, this merino sweater at Club Monaco is one of their bestsellers and makes a great basic. (PLUS: A mini deal alert for Boden and Banana Republic Factory!)
Gift Idea: Duffel Bag with Travel Sleeve
Why should women’s totes be the only ones to have a travel sleeve? (They are apparently also called a “handle slide” — if you’re unfamiliar, I mean the little slit in the back of the bag so you can slide it over the extended handle of a rolling bag — like a sleeve.) I still … Read More about Gift Idea: Duffel Bag with Travel Sleeve
Tuesday’s Workwear Report: Refined Scallop-Edge Ponte Sheath
This polished, festive dress from Talbots could easily go from desk to dinner — or holiday party!
Gift Idea: Elevate App
If you have any friends or family members who enjoy brainteaser games (or are missing their SAT days), this little app might be a cute gift idea — there are “35+ games to help you perfect your reading, writing, speaking, and math,” and thousands of different levels within each game. There’s a 14-day free trial, … Read More about Gift Idea: Elevate App