Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Sigh: Love this colorblock dress from Jil Sander’s fall collection. The simple placket and neckline, the use of black and navy, the sophisticated take on colorblocking — love, love, love. It’s $1645 at Bergdorf Goodman. Colorblock Dress Seen a great … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Colorblock Dress
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. So we all know I”m a sucker for a colorful stripe on a shoe, and I love love love the swirls and lines on this sandal from Paul Smith. They’re $300 at Zappos Couture. Paul Smith – Dingani (Multi) – Footwear (L-2)
Weekly News Roundup
Liking these posts? Follow us on Twitter or like us on 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.) – Buzzfeed has a helpful flow chart for that pesky question women face today: am I wearing pants? … Read More about Weekly News Roundup
Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Ruffle Neck Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Love this richly colored blue dress from Target, and I like that it’s a bit more relaxed than a lot of dresses we see for work. The empire waist is forgiving, as is the A-line skirt, and the sleeves and … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Ruffle Neck Dress
Sponsored Post: Derek Lam & eBay Launch New Crowdsourced Collection
This post is sponsored by Derek Lam and eBay, but written by your usual blogger Kat Griffin. How fun: Derek Lam and eBay have just announced the first ever crowdsourced collection — and it’s available for purchase now. In February, Lam debuted an exclusive 16-dress collection and then invited shoppers everywhere to view the collection … Read More about Sponsored Post: Derek Lam & eBay Launch New Crowdsourced Collection
Coffee Break – Cybil Peep Toes
These aren’t exactly seasonal, which is probably why Zappos has them on sale today. Still: love the vintage vibe, the skinny heel, and the cutouts on the side. I’d probably go for the black suede, but these camel suede ones are gorgeous too, and just might be “nude” for some ladies. The were $298, now … Read More about Coffee Break – Cybil Peep Toes
Resort Chic — for a Business Meeting in the Bahamas
Reader L has a question about what to wear for a business meeting in the Bahamas… Unlike many of your readers, I am not a lawyer but am an MBA grad working in Investor Relations. After a couple of years of trudging through the economy, the management team has decided to have our small strategic … Read More about Resort Chic — for a Business Meeting in the Bahamas
Thursday’s TPS Report: 3/4 Sleeve Wrap Top
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I am always a fan of a wrap top. They cinch the waist, are a bit forgiving in the stomach area, and are generally comfortable to wear (and are great ways to showcase a delicate pendant necklace or the like). … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: 3/4 Sleeve Wrap Top
Suit of the Week: Rebecca Taylor
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. I like … Read More about Suit of the Week: Rebecca Taylor
Previously, on Corporette…
Travel back in the Corporette time capsule… Here’s what was on our minds oh so many moons ago. One year ago… The Busy Woman’s Guide to Relaxation Does Long Hair Make You Look Younger? Are Rain Boots Ever Professional? How Not to Gain Weight Over the Summer Recruiting Season How to Recognize a Great Deal … Read More about Previously, on Corporette…
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Phoenix Silk Crew Neck Tee
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I always like a silk tee, and this is no exception — the colors seem fresh and springy, the pattern is interesting up close but abstract enough far away, and it would look great with a variety of work clothes, … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Phoenix Silk Crew Neck Tee
Bad Habits and the Office
Reader E has a question about bad habits at the office, from nail biting, cuticle picking, hair twirling, and more… I must not be the only nail biter/ cuticle picker. What do all the over-eaters, hair twirlers, nail-biters do? I think it’s incredibly unprofessional to be nibbling at my hands all day…. Great question, E! … Read More about Bad Habits and the Office