Is Vintage Couture Appropriate to Wear to Work?
A reader wondered if classic, tasteful vintage couture was appropriate to wear to work at her conservative law firm.
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Talk about it here. Pictured: Lenox “Columbus Circle” Accent Mug, available at Macy’s for $43. Sale pick of the weekend: Check out the lovely blouses on sale at shopbop.com.
LinkedIn: When Catastrophe Strikes…
A few weeks ago, a good friend of ours accidentally hit the button on her LinkedIn account that invites your “friends” — ALL of them, every single person in your e-mail account. {related: here’s how to get the most out of your LinkedIn profile} She was horrified. Within minutes she became aware of the mistake…
Reader mail: How to look professional while suffering from a visible medical condition?
Today’s reader mail has to do with a difficult subject: how to look professional while suffering from a visible medical ailment. I have a question that I haven’t seen addressed on your blog before, so I’m hoping you can help me. What is your advice on maintaining a professional appearance while suffering from a visible…
Corporette 101: The Old Mirror Trick
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…
