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Beauty Wednesday: Serums, Sunscreen, and Retinoids

Ladies, what is your skin routine? At what age did you get serious about skincare? What are your favorite products, both over-the-counter and prescription, whether for anti-aging, anti-wrinkles, exfoliating, or something else?  I’ve seen a lot of readers talking recently about serums, sunscreens, retinoids and more, so let’s discuss. I’m curious to hear what everyone else is…

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Wednesday’s Workwear Report: Catrin Dress

Wednesday’s Workwear Report: Catrin Dress

Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I always forget about Hobbs, but they have some killer basics and not-so-basic items on deep discount right now. This pretty blue sheath dress is calling my name — I love the asymmetrical pleats, the non-clingy but fitted design, and…

Workwear Hall of Fame: Skimmies Slipshorts
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Workwear Hall of Fame: Skimmies Slipshorts

We’ve mentioned this product a lot over the years, but again, I don’t think we’ve ever done a Coffee Break just to feature it. Readers here turned me on to it, and it’s one of everyone’s favorite things: the Jockey Slipshort. Not feeling like wrenching yourself into Spanx (or don’t need to)? Still want something…

Holiday Weekend Open Thread

Holiday Weekend Open Thread

Something on your mind? Chat about it here.  If you like dresses on the weekends stylistically but prefer a more relaxed look (or just hate wearing Spanx), this dress might be perfect for you. (I actually also like it in theory for work, but that hemline is going to be a possible workwear don’t for anyone…