Today, a rare treat: a 360 review! In the 360 Review, Corporette examines a “professional woman”s” attire and critiques it from all perspectives: underling, boss, friend. Today’s guest post is from Ashley Faus, who blogs at Consciously Corporate — she’s reviewing Dr. Megan Hunt of the new ABC show Body of Proof. Meet Dr. Megan … Read More about 360 Review: Dr. Megan Hunt of Body of Proof
How do you know when to splurge on a piece of jewelry? A big step in the right direction involves understanding the jewelry terminology (it’s also helpful if you suspect you’re allergic to some jewelry!) Today’s guest post explores just that. Author “Kanye East” is an attorney at law, New York City ex-pat, sarcastic Corporette … Read More about A Discriminating Woman’s Guide To Buying Jewelry, Part One
Traveling with your boss and coworkers can be surprisingly difficult — the first time I took a flight with my boss I remember wondering how I should dress, whether I should “visit” her during the flight to check in/chat, and more. Thankfully, Road Warriorette has some great suggestions for how to travel with your coworkers … Read More about Tips for Traveling With Your Coworkers
How do you take advantage of a chance meeting with a VIP — the company’s CEO, the partner with the “fun” work, the client you’re dying to work with? What should you say? Today’s guest poster, Belle from Capitol Hill Style, to weigh in — working in the Capitol she’s met her fair share of … Read More about The Chance Meeting with the VIP
What is the best way to evaluate your benefits package at work? When it comes to money, the true savings are never in the tiny things — they’re in the big things like your healthcare plan and your investments. My old friend Sue is a master at all of this hard personal finance stuff — … Read More about Tales from the Wallet: The Easy Way to Save $10k
Are you guilty of stress eating at the office (or failing to eat because you’re so stressed out)? Today’s guest poster, Ruth More, tackles the issue. You can also read her other guest post on Corporette, on downsizing your budget after you cast off your golden handcuffs. – Kat When I was a young associate, … Read More about Office Stress v. Your Diet
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Many thanks to this week’s guest poster, Carolyn Hsu of The Daily Obsession and The Hsu Closet! You can look youthful and professional with this pleated tweed skirt. The banded waist and full silhouette make it an easy option for … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report:
Can natural, kinky hair be a professional look for women of color? We’ve talked about long hair, blonde hair, even no hair — but we haven’t truly talked about this. Accordingly, I’m thrilled to introduce Patrice Yursik, the blogger behind Afrobella, where natural hair is a regular topic. (It was not so long ago that … Read More about On Natural Hair in the Corporate Environment
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Many thanks to this week’s guest poster, Carolyn Hsu of The Daily Obsession and The Hsu Closet! You probably already own the basic black pump in a variety of shapes and heels but for office appropriate shoes that doesn’t require … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Patent Leather Blucher
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Many thanks to this week’s guest poster, Carolyn Hsu of The Daily Obsession and The Hsu Closet! For skinny pants that are not TOO skinny for the office, nothing beats the Minnie cut from J Crew. For an easy office … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Minnie Pant
Button-down blouses can be great — if they fit you and don’t gape in the bust. Some companies specialize in creating non-gaping dress shrirts for women with large breasts (e.g., The Shirt) but sometimes you just want a DIY fix for a shirt you’ve already got. Guest poster Kathryn Rubino — one of my good … Read More about Mind the Gap: Some DIY Options for Gaping Blouses
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Many thanks to this week’s guest poster, Carolyn Hsu of The Daily Obsession and The Hsu Closet! A pair of tailored wool pants in a neutral color is one professional staple season after season. The color goes with almost anything … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Roxie Wool Pants
