Whenever you have a seriously important professional day — for example, an interview — you need to be wearing your most conservative, “notice my brains not my fashion sense” outfit. This means, unfortunately, that you need to be sure you know how the suit you wear looks from all angles. How does it look if … Read More about Corporette 101: The Old Mirror Trick
What Color Shoes Can I Wear with Work Outfits?
Today’s reader is tired of her black shoes, and wonders: what color shoes can she wear with work outfits?
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Boden’s Brondesbury Blazer
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We’re loving this boiled wool blazer from Boden (available in the cheerful honey yellow, pictured, as well as gray and navy). We love the structure and fit of the blazer, as well as the stretch and give of boiled wool … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Boden’s Brondesbury Blazer
Reader Mail: How to Wear Long Necklaces
Today’s reader mail has to do with long necklaces… what are the best tips for how to wear long necklaces, particularly for a conservative job? Here’s her question: What are the rules of thumb for long necklaces? I love the look, but I only have a couple and wear them all too rarely because I’m … Read More about Reader Mail: How to Wear Long Necklaces
Reader Mail: How to Wear Silk Scarves as a Young Professional?
2018 Update: We still stand by this advice on how to wear silk scarves (and links have been updated below); you may also want to check out our more recent discussion of how to wear scarves to work in 2018. Today’s reader mail is all about how to wear silk scarves… I’ve got two silk … Read More about Reader Mail: How to Wear Silk Scarves as a Young Professional?
Suit of the Week
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. This week’s Suit of … Read More about Suit of the Week
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Tory Burch’s Simone Sweater
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices.
We had hoped this sweater would be part of the Nordstrom anniversary sale, but alas, it is not. We love, love, love, the print and the flattering pink shade. It’s fun, it’s feminine, but it’s neither Barbie (the black pattern tones down the print) nor goth (imagine the sweater in a dark red). We’d wear it with gray slacks and a black jewel-neck t-shirt beneath, or perhaps over a black sheath dress. Tory Burch ‘Simone’ Merino Wool Cardigan
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Weekend Open Thread
Stuck late at the office or over the weekend, and have something on your mind? Discuss it here. Pictured: Noritake “Elements Marine” Mug, 12 Oz., available at Macys.com for $11 (was $16)
Open Thread: What is the best antiperspirant or deodorant to wear with a suit?
Today’s reader mail is a good one, and in lieu of a poll we’re going to run this as our open thread today… What is the best antiperspirant or deodorant to wear with a suit in these hot summer months??? Great question because, face it, on the days when it’s boiling outside everyone shows up … Read More about Open Thread: What is the best antiperspirant or deodorant to wear with a suit?
Reader Mail: How to Look Professional and Cover My Bug Bitten Legs?
A reader wondered how to cover the bug bites on her legs — and still wear skirt suits in the middle of a sweltering summer.
Suit of the Week
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. We know, we know: … Read More about Suit of the Week
Can You Wear a Bikini to an Office Function? Readers, Weigh In…
2018 Update: If you’re pondering whether you can wear a bikini to an office function, you may want to consult the below advice — you may also want to check out our more recent discussion on what to wear to an office pool party, as well as all of our advice on what to wear to summer … Read More about Can You Wear a Bikini to an Office Function? Readers, Weigh In…