• Coffee Break: Heavyweight Full Zip Hooded Sweatshirt

    I had long heard tell of the amazing, highly rated American Giant sweatshirt for men. Great, you think, I’m always looking for a good gift for my husband/brother/boyfriend/father/___. But then you look at the price: $89? For a sweatshirt? After years of postponing the purchase, I finally bit and got one earlier this year for…

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    The Perfect Pants Fit

    What is the perfect pants fit — how SHOULD should they fit? When are they too baggy; when are pants too tight? Reader K wonders… Can you discuss proper fit of suit pants/slacks for the workplace (including trouser jeans for casual Fridays)? I can’t find anything related in the archives- I was hoping for something…

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    Coffee Break: Tassel Clip Keychain

    This time of year can be really awful for a lot of reasons, but particularly if you’re looking for a small gift, either as a stocking stuffer, a Secret Santa type thing, or as a physical supplement to a larger cash gift. I would be happy to get this fun keychain from Banana Republic —…

  • Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Jersey Dress

    Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Happy Monday! I am dying for this great “grape” dress from BOSS Hugo Boss — the neckline, sleeves, and hem length all look fabulous for work, while the jersey material, ruching, and wide waistband look really flattering. I’d wear it…