2018 Update: While we still stand by these reasons every busy woman needs a crockpot, you may also want to check out our most recent roundup of 5 all-day crockpot recipes. We were pleasantly surprised when numerous commenters to our What to Eat When You Have No Time to Eat post started mentioning the crockpot … Read More about Tool of the Trade: The Crockpot (and: Recipe Open Thread)
Bargain Friday TPS Report: Lace Print Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Talbots is having some pretty good sales, but it’s primarily lucky-size territory. (Sizes 10 and up, get yourselves over there and poke around.) For today’s TPS, we like this jacket — an interesting print to wear once in a while, … Read More about Bargain Friday TPS Report: Lace Print Jacket
What to Eat When You Have No Time to Eat
Let’s start by saying this: eating is a Good. Food is fuel for your brain and body, it’s yummy, and the act of eating gives you a nice break during the day. There are metabolic benefits to eating small meals very often, and your subordinates will appreciate the consistent mood that comes from frequent meals. … Read More about What to Eat When You Have No Time to Eat
The Quest for Comfortable Heels
A reader wrote in about her quest for comfortable heels… which are the best ones you’ve found recently?
Poll: How much vacation time have you taken in 2009?
We took a poll to ask the readers: how much vacation time did YOU take in 2009?
Thursday’s TPS Report: Rollin Skirt
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. French Connection is having a ton of great sales right now, including this lovely gray tulip skirt. For some reason, we’re seeing it with royal blue — perhaps a blouse or a thin knit — perhaps even a bodysuit and … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Rollin Skirt
Reader mail: Which winter hats are professional?
2017 Update: We still think this is an interesting discussion on which winter hats are professional — but you may also want to check out our recent discussion on how to dress professionally on the coldest days. You may also want to check out more of our general advice on commuting to work. Today’s reader … Read More about Reader mail: Which winter hats are professional?
Thursday’s TPS Report: Naturalizer’s Bohemia Pump
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Reader T writes in to sing the praises of Naturalizer’s Bohemia pump. “I cannot say enough good things! They are comfy, walkable, and super cute. I loved them so much, I got a pair in Bisque/Taupe, and a second pair … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Naturalizer’s Bohemia Pump
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Ponte knit bateau neck dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Today we’re liking this simple knee-length dress from Talbots. We’d wear an opera-length necklace with it (or perhaps a scarf wrapped once around our neck) and tall leather or suede boots. (And we’d skip the belt — it is not … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Ponte knit bateau neck dress
Which Co-Workers Get a Holiday Card?
2019 Update: We still stand by this advice on which co-workers get a holiday card, but you may also want to check out our more recent posts on whether working moms should send a family photo card to colleagues, as well as all of our posts on holiday business etiquette. Reader J writes in with … Read More about Which Co-Workers Get a Holiday Card?
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Tahari Two-Piece Tech Pantsuit
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Even though the styling reminds us a bit of the baddies from “Dude, Where’s My Car,” this is a pretty basic pantsuit on a great sale. (Thanks to reader K for the tip!) It’s still available in sizes 2-12, and … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Tahari Two-Piece Tech Pantsuit
What to Wear to a Holiday House Party as a Plus-One
What should Reader L wear to her husband’s holiday house party?