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Archives for June 2021
FRUMP: How Not to Look Dowdy at Work
What do you think makes a work outfit look frumpy? What are your best tips on how not to look dowdy at work?
Tuesday’s Workwear Report: Lookout Sleeveless Shirtdress
In the spirit of the newly-relaxed dress codes that a lot of offices seem to be adopting, I might wear this to work without a blazer or a sweater this summer.
Coffee Break: Sanebox Review
I recently started using Sanebox for my email, and I hope it’s going to be a game changer.
Workwear Hall of Fame: Franca Techno Cotton Pants
These Akris pants are as low as $237 in the NHYS.
Weekend Open Thread
I love this kind of sweater because you can wear it to work as well as with jeans on the weekend — and now some colors are as low as $20.
Weekly News Update
Why Crocs are having a moment, employee incentives to get vaccinated, and an open letter to millennials feeling regret.
Frugal Friday’s Workwear Report: Dolman-Sleeve Top
I bought a few of these tops last year, and they’ve held up beautifully after repeated laundry cycles.
Coffee Break: Cashmere Ombré Wrap
If you’re doing a lot of outside dining recently (despite chilly nights), this wrap looks like the perfect addition to your outfit.
Thursday’s Workwear Report: Floral Print Puff-Sleeve Blouse
I’m feeling like my collection of tops could use a refresh — and how pretty is this blouse?
Suit of the Week: Ralph Lauren
How cool is this suit? I love the classic cut and tailoring.
Tales from the Wallet: Personal Finance Advice for New Grads
Readers, what personal finance advice did you get when you graduated? What would be the best advice you’d share with new grads now? (Are there things you didn’t start doing until later that you WISH you’d done early on?)