Liking these posts? Follow us on Twitter or fan us on Facebook — this is the edited version of what we’re reading! (We also Tweet if we hear about a good sale.) – Warning: dresses over pants may be back. Refinery 29 has the scoop. – Sillicon Alley Insider has a nice slideshow explaining the … Read More about Weekly News Roundup
How to Put Your Best Self Forward During a Skype Interview or Conference Call
2020 Update: We still stand by these Skype interview tips, but you may want to check out our latest roundup of the best 7 tips for video conference calls. My first thought when we got this request for Skype interview tips was, “garsh, these times we live in!” followed by, “of course, we will all … Read More about How to Put Your Best Self Forward During a Skype Interview or Conference Call
Previously, on Corporette…
This time last year, here’s what was on our minds… Tools of the Trade: Cute Office Supplies How to Make Heels Comfy Poll: Are Miniskirts Weekend Wear, Even? (No, apparently…) Should She “Friend” Her Boss on Facebook?
What to Wear to a Mock Trial Competition
Reader H writes in with some questions about a mock trial competition coming up… I’m a 1L participating in my first mock trial competition for my school. It’s in Las Vegas the first weekend in March. Not only do I have to dress to compete, but for a welcome reception the night before the competition. … Read More about What to Wear to a Mock Trial Competition
Commuting Hall of Fame: Totes Bubble Umbrella
We’ve been longing for spring — a lot — lately, even if it brings April showers. Target has a number of really cute umbrellas right now, including this bubble umbrella. We like that it has just the slightest touch of florescent lime green — and will protect your hair, let you see where you’re walking, … Read More about Commuting Hall of Fame: Totes Bubble Umbrella
Looking for the 25th Hour? Our Top Time-Saving Strategies
Days at the office can be incredibly long — made only longer by the fact that there are still chores, errands, and other life issues to be dealt with. We thought we’d start an open thread by listing some of the things that we do to save time on life tasks, and then see what … Read More about Looking for the 25th Hour? Our Top Time-Saving Strategies
What to do when your male boss tells you you dress “too well”
Today’s reader question comes from a lawyer in a small, private firm on the East Coast, who was told by her male boss that she dresses “too well.” What does it mean when someone says that? And what should this young legal eagle do about it? I’ve been at my first job out of law … Read More about What to do when your male boss tells you you dress “too well”
Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Cashmere V-Neck Sweater
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We’ve heard great reports on Ann Taylor’s cashmere this season, so this sale is too good to pass up — a variety of colors and sizes, in petites and regular, with lots of cashmere sweaters. Our personal preference is always … Read More about Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Cashmere V-Neck Sweater
Some Thoughts on Frump
2021 Update: We still stand by this advice below, but you can also check out our more recent discussion on how to avoid professional frump. We got this reader mail a little while ago, and it seems appropriate in light of the response to this morning’s cardi set (wow, you guys did NOT like that). … Read More about Some Thoughts on Frump
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Milly Ruffled Cotton Pique Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Oooh, great jacket from Milly. We love the unusual elbow-length sleeves, as well as the ruffle and the single button. We’d wear it with gray trousers and a bright pastel t-shirt (yellow? mint?) in springtime, and, perhaps, a long silver … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Milly Ruffled Cotton Pique Jacket
What to Wear for a Month in Court
Today’s reader mail comes from a reader who will be second-chairing a federal trial that is expected to last for more than a month… First, do you think I should wear skirt suits every day or can I wear pant suits and save the skirt suits for days that I may actually get to examine … Read More about What to Wear for a Month in Court
How to Stay Warm in the Winter in Unlined Pants
Reader N writes in with a question about how to stay warm in the winter in unlined pants — and we have some great suggestions! I am based in Northern California, and have recently started having to travel for business. I am finding that the wool pants I buy around me are no match for … Read More about How to Stay Warm in the Winter in Unlined Pants