Can you wear slim ankle length pants with a blazer to look professional? Reader M asks a pertinent question: Can you comment on how to wear slim ankle length pants with a blazer to create a professional look? I tried this last week and missed the mark because my shoes were too casual I think. … Read More about How to Wear Ankle Length Pants to Work
What to Wear with a Black Dress
2018 Update: We still stand by this advice on what to wear with a black dress, but you may want to check out our most recent discussion on how to wear a black dress with a non-matching blazer. What do you wear with a black dress? Reader L has what might seem like a silly … Read More about What to Wear with a Black Dress
Statement Pieces and the Intern
When can interns wear statement pieces like necklaces or shoes? Reader C, a law student, wonders…. I am a current law student preparing for a summer internship. I’ve been reading through a lot of your old posts trying to get a gauge on appropriate office wear. My question is about shoes. I’m wondering how far … Read More about Statement Pieces and the Intern
How to Look Professional in Flats — All the Time
How can you look professional in flats — all the time? It can be a challenge to get the same level of polish without heels!
The Professional White Shirt (That Isn’t a Blouse or a T-Shirt)
How can you find basic, solid shirts that are just a teensy bit different and easy to care for — particularly in simple colors like black and white? Reader S wonders… You’ve done lots of reviews about what shirts to wear to work (I love “The Hunt”), but I cannot find anything directly addressing the … Read More about The Professional White Shirt (That Isn’t a Blouse or a T-Shirt)
How Often Can You Repeat Your Outfits at Work?
Update: We still think this is a great discussion on the important topic of how often can you repeat your outfits at work — but you may also want to check out our more recent discussion on repeating outfits at work. If you’re wondering how to mix up your outfits more, check out our work … Read More about How Often Can You Repeat Your Outfits at Work?
What to Pack for Extended Business Trips
How do you pack for a business trip where you’ll be gone for MONTHS? Reader B has a great question on long business trips, specifically, what to pack for extended business trips. Here’s her question: Can you give tips or do a post on how to prepare for short-term assignments? I’ll be based in Hong … Read More about What to Pack for Extended Business Trips
Poll: Ankle-Length Pants and the Office
So here’s the tricky thing about office style: it changes from time to time. We’ve talked before on this blog about how I’m a big fan of bootcut trousers because I think they’re the most flattering look — and how I think “shorter” pants (capris, floodies, pedal pushers, whatever you want to call them) are … Read More about Poll: Ankle-Length Pants and the Office
Walk on the Wild Side with Prints
How do you start wearing prints — especially if you’ve no idea how to wear prints to work? Reader T wonders… I’m wondering if you can do a post on incorporating prints into one’s wardrobe. I looked at my closet the other day and realized that about 90% of the clothes I wear are solid … Read More about Walk on the Wild Side with Prints
What Are Proper Hem Lengths for Women?
What are the proper hem lengths for women’s pants? And how do you hem your pants if you commute in flats but wear heels at work? Reader Y wonders about flared pants, but I think she brings up a great point about hems and women who commute in shoes other than their office heels. I’m … Read More about What Are Proper Hem Lengths for Women?
What Clothes Do You Buy Again and Again?
2018 Update: We still love this discussion on what clothes you buy again and again — you may also want to check out our most recent discussion on whether you should buy duplicates of your favorite clothes, as well as which are your favorite workhorses for work. Happy Monday, ladies! Let’s talk about those clothes … Read More about What Clothes Do You Buy Again and Again?
A Newbie’s Guide to Designer Shoes
If you’ve been ogling designer shoes but aren’t sure where to start (or whether to make the leap!), this post is for you. I’ve been reading Tiffany’s blog at I am Style-ish for a few years now, and I’ve always admired the professional but chic way she incorporates designer shoes into her outfits. She has … Read More about A Newbie’s Guide to Designer Shoes