Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Merona has a new collection available (the “Retro Resort” collection), but the clothes don’t look resort-like — instead, they look like simple classics, perhaps with a preppy edge. I love this black and white polka dot skirt, but there are … Read More about Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Myra Skirt – Black Polka Dot
Coffee Break – Cole Haan Village II Satchel
Bluefly has a number of great bags on sale for up to 40% off, including Cole Haan and Kooba. I’m liking this dark purple satchel from Cole Haan — it’s a great “starter” color if you’ve typically worn neutral purses, and the pebbled leather is super soft and easy to wipe clean. As with all … Read More about Coffee Break – Cole Haan Village II Satchel
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… An Ode to the Crockpot (a Busy Woman’s Savior) What Makeup to Wear While Interviewing Tool of the Trade: PDF Factory When Should She Give Up and Buy a Larger Size? Two years ago… … Read More about Previously, on Corporette
Thursday’s TPS Report: Long Sleeve Ruffle Blouse
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. ShopBop has a ton of great sales going on, including this silk ruffled blouse. This strikes me as a classic — yes it’ll be in sometimes (like right now with ruffles) and out sometimes (I’m sure at least one commenter … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Long Sleeve Ruffle Blouse
Dear Sir: The Problem with Gender Neutral Names
Reader M has a question about gender-neutral names… I am a new practicing attorney with a gender-neutral name. I’ve been in practice since October (4 months) and have already received at least 10 correspondences addressed to “Mr. Last Name.” Aside from making a phone call to the offending party and changing the footer in my … Read More about Dear Sir: The Problem with Gender Neutral Names
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Kaleidolight Cardigan
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Love this cotton sweater from Anthropologie — the abstract pattern and the blue “blurs” seem to promise spring. I might pick up the lightest blue in my accessories — a turquoise necklace or ring would be great. It’s $118 at … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Kaleidolight Cardigan
Coffee Break: Suede Snakeskin Belt
Brooks Brothers has a number of items on clearance, including a ton of cute belts. I like these 3/4″ suede snakeskin belt, which comes in grey (pictured) and a very versatile “natural” taupey/brown. Was $148, now marked to $74. Suede Snakeskin Belt
Splurge Tuesday’s TPS Report: Printed Reversible Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I like this jacket — it’s interesting, a classic in black and white, and you get two in one, because it’s reversible. One side is this tweed (pictured), and the other is a shadowy flower pattern. I’d wear the jacket … Read More about Splurge Tuesday’s TPS Report: Printed Reversible Jacket
Holiday Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here! We’ll be taking Monday off for the MLK holiday — we hope everyone else enjoys a three-day weekend as well! The Saks “Consolidation Sale” is on, with tons of great pieces at great prices — in lots of lucky sizes. Take this blouse — we’d wear it … Read More about Holiday Weekend Open Thread
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 hilarious pictorial on how to predict someone’s intelligence by their ponytail angle. – The … Read More about Weekly News Roundup
Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Washed Corduroy Blazer
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Corduroy blazers can be a great staple for the colder months — they’re warm and professional looking, but also a bit more laid back than your typical wool blazer. Today, I’m liking these stretch blazers from Victoria’s Secret (available in … Read More about Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Washed Corduroy Blazer
Coffee Break: Wanda Flat
Endless has a bunch of great sales right now — lots of great brands on sale including Kate Spade, L.A.M.B., Cole Haan, and more. Today I’m liking these simple geometric flats from Delman. The red patent is cheerful and bright, and the closed toe helps make the other cut-outs more appropriate for a conservative office. … Read More about Coffee Break: Wanda Flat