Something on your mind? Chat about it here. Maybe I am insane, but: I really want this fur shawl collar. A) It is blue. B) I’ll bet it’s soft and warm. C) It looks a little crazy / is a bold fashion statement. I don’t know — have I totally flipped my lid? Oh yes: … Read More about Holiday Weekend Open Thread
Frugal Wednesday’s TPS Report: Amone Silk Blouse
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Ooooh: lovely. I think this relaxed “golden amber” silk top is quite nice — I like the split V neckline, the pleating at the shoulders,and the slightly gathered sleeves. It does look a bit sheer, though — I’d probably wear … Read More about Frugal Wednesday’s TPS Report: Amone Silk Blouse
Workwear Hall of Fame – Asymmetrical Mini Letter Necklace
This post was originally written in November 2012, and updated in 2019 with new links. You guise: I LOVE THIS NECKLACE. I ordered it a few weeks ago from Bauble Bar (I got a “G”) and was so, so thrilled about it that I’ve been wearing it everywhere. It’s such a far cry from my … Read More about Workwear Hall of Fame – Asymmetrical Mini Letter Necklace
Tuesday’s TPS Report: ‘Staccato’ Ribbed Cardigan
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I know the peplum trend is getting a little tired — but I think this is a gorgeous wool/cashmere cardigan. I like the low buttons, and the almost slouchy feel to it — so many of the peplum tops look … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: ‘Staccato’ Ribbed Cardigan
Coffee Break – ‘Gardner’ Pump
Yes, these are kind of bright colors for pumps, but a) a pop of color is nice — imagine these with an otherwise gray-on-gray ensemble, for example; b) they’ve got good reviews on Nordstrom, and c) 50% off never hurts. Although I love a purple suede pump, I’m kind of leaning towards the blue ones … Read More about Coffee Break – ‘Gardner’ Pump
The Hunt: Weekender Bags
Sure, we all know what basics professional women are supposed to have in their closets, but if you’re buying one for the first time or replacing one you’ve worn into the ground, it can be a pain to find exactly the right incarnation in stores. In “The Hunt,” we search the stores for a basic … Read More about The Hunt: Weekender Bags
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: New Julian Two Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I still don’t own a classic DvF wrap dress — in part because I’ve been waiting for a great print that I could say, WOW, I love that. And, after years of waiting, I think I’ve finally found it! I … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: New Julian Two Dress
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. I was at a small dinner party at a paella bar in NoLiTa last Saturday, and noticed, a few tables away, another diner wearing this awesome top. Like, really awesome and beautiful and unique but still, you know, laid back — the “this old thing?” kind 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! (We also Tweet if we hear about a good sale through our CorporetteDeals Twitter feed.) You can also follow us on Pinterest. – Forbes has a slideshow showing 25 comfortable shoes for baby boomer feet (which, … Read More about Weekly News Update
Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Pintucked 3/4 Sleeve Blouse
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Oooh – this is the kind of blouse that I love, because it’s mostly just a black blouse but it has some really interesting pintucking at the top. I think those banded three-quarter sleeves look great, and I like the … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Pintucked 3/4 Sleeve Blouse
Coffee Break – Domed Buckle Satchel
I hate the color “mustard.” I really do. So you know I must really be in love when I say that I’ve been eyeing this mustard yellow bag for a few weeks now (although it’s also available in black, orange, and a tan “natural”). I love the dome shape, the buckles (both on the sides … Read More about Coffee Break – Domed Buckle Satchel
Party-Appropriate Conversation Topics
What do you talk about at cocktail parties — particularly when you’re trying to network? I’ve gotten a few questions like this recently, such as the one from Reader K, below: I was invited to a co-workers party last weekend and I was the ONLY person from the office there. I didn’t know anybody, not … Read More about Party-Appropriate Conversation Topics