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, which should be as classic and basic as you get — instead, this feature is about the slightly different suit that is fashionable, yet professional. LOVE this Theory suit … Read More about Suit of the Week: Theory’s Strategy
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… Which Sunglasses are Best? Can You Wear Vintage To The Office? Are Very High Heels Inappropriate for the Office? DC Gala: What to Wear? Two years ago… 5 Things to Look for in a … Read More about Previously, on Corporette…
Wednesday’s TPS Report: AVERLY Fit-&-Flare Cap-Sleeved Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Interesting — Lord & Taylor has a number of office appropriate dresses from a brand called Averly, which is new to us. We like this cap-sleeved dress with zipper details at the neckline and pleats at the waist — it … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: AVERLY Fit-&-Flare Cap-Sleeved Dress
Coffee Break: Reflection Symmetry Laptop Sleeve in Blue
Whoa: I did not know that a) Jonathan Adler designed laptop sleeves, or b) Modcloth carried Jonathan Adler designs! This happy blue color and the abstract print strike me as just enough to make you feel special, but not self-conscious, when you pull your laptop out of your bag. The case is $29 and available … Read More about Coffee Break: Reflection Symmetry Laptop Sleeve in Blue
Do You Shake Hands When You’re Sick?
Today’s poll is inspired by reader V’s question: I work in Big Law and throughout the recruiting season, I shake a lot of hands. Now and then I encounter someone who says, I’m sorry, I don’t shake your hand I’m sick. While I respect that and appreciate that it’s considerate, frankly I find the little … Read More about Do You Shake Hands When You’re Sick?
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Collared Cashmere Cardigan
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Neiman Marcus seems to have a ton of great cashmere on sale right now for deep discounts — and even though it’s still a splurge, we love this gray cardigan. The shawl collar is interesting without being distracting, and the … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Collared Cashmere Cardigan
The Hunt: Wide Belts
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: Wide Belts
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Piped Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Love this simple dress from Lafayette 148 New York — the piping details, the dropped waist, the pockets — it strikes us as chic as well as professional. It’s $348 at Nordstrom. Lafayette 148 New York Piped Dress Seen a … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Piped Dress
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. Gap, Banana Republic, and Old Navy all have great sales going on right now — after perusing the sites this morn I bought a bunch of deeply discounted basics that are hurtling my way right now. I like this button detail boatneck tee so much I nearly … Read More about 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.) – Daily Candy had a nice roundup for more trendy hair accessories, if you’re in the market for … Read More about Weekly News Roundup
Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Shaped Fit Clean Finish Tank Top
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Reader K writes in, noting; I had to let you know about this tank. I own it in four colors and wear it ALL the time. I don’t typically shop at EB, but this is one item that I will … Read More about Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Shaped Fit Clean Finish Tank Top
Coffee Break: Modernaire Leather Zip Hobo
I recently had a chance to check out Ralph Lauren’s new handbag line, and I was impressed with the quality of the bags as well as the reasonable prices. Like this great hobo, the bags all have a slightly edgy look to them but with a timeless, classy appeal. This bag is $398 at Bloomingdale’s … Read More about Coffee Break: Modernaire Leather Zip Hobo