When Can You Buy an Expensive Briefcase or Handbag for Work?
A young woman associate wrote to us, wondering if a $2700 bag was too expensive of a briefcase for someone just starting at her law firm.
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Slips, Camisoles, and More: What Are Your Go-To Pieces?
What do you wear beneath wrap dresses? Are there camisole-slips? Reader V has an interesting question about what to wear beneath clothes that I think leads us to a great larger question: what are your favorite brands and pieces in slips, camisoles, support garments, pantyhose, and more? I have a question re slips. I understand…
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The Bag Lady Reconsiders… How to Choose Wisely When Purchasing a Work Bag
Which are the great, professional, useful totes? If you always carry around a ton of stuff, should you downsize to look more professional? Reader A is about to make her first “really expensive purse purchase” and needs advice… How to Choose Wisely When Purchasing a Work Bag First: congrats on making your first really expensive…
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How to Wear a Brooch
How can brooches help your work wardrobe? Reader A wonders how to wear a brooch: I have a fashion challenge that has stumped me for years. I received two beautiful, expensive broaches that look like they could be integrated into my work wardrobe, but I do not know how to wear them. How does a…
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How to Keep Your Feet Warm and Look Professional
What shoes look professional and can be worn with socks? I keep getting questions about this, so let’s discuss. (Pictured.) First, reader J wondered: I was wondering if you have ever covered where to find great workplace-appropriate shoes that you can wear with socks (that aren’t tall boots). The weather where I live is often…
