I’ve noticed a few trends that seem to be EVERYWHERE of late, and I thought we’d discuss, if only because so many of them seem inappropriate for officewear — I’d love to hear your thoughts. What trends WON’T you wear to work? Every office is different, of course — know yours! — but it’s always … Read More about 2016 Trends: What WON’T You Wear to Work?
Work Outfits with Black Heels
We just rounded up a ton of great black heels for interviews and beyond — and they’re such a basic, versatile piece in your work wardrobe you hopefully don’t need TOO many ideas for how to wear them to work. Still, I thought it would be fun to come up with a few work outfit … Read More about Work Outfits with Black Heels
10 Workwear Style Tips for Busty Women
One of our top posts of all time is one a friend suggested I write, back in the early days of the blog: how to dress professionally if you’re busty. We haven’t offered busty women style tips in a while, so I thought we’d discuss. But let me be clear at the outset: there’s nothing inherently … Read More about 10 Workwear Style Tips for Busty Women
Going Out Clothes After 25
Today was supposed to be part two of our suits roundup but, well, it’s taking too long and I don’t want to slap something up half-finished. So here’s an interesting question that came up yesterday in the comments — can you wear denim for going-out clothes after 25? Is there an age limit, or is it … Read More about Going Out Clothes After 25
Work Jewelry: How Much Jewelry Should You Wear to Work?
Ladies, how much work jewelry do you wear? Do you tend to lean towards “too much” or “not enough”? Where do you think the line is? How do you avoid getting into a rut with your jewelry?
Stylish Work Sneakers For Women (And Advice On What Should Women Wear While Canvassing)
We recently got this question from a reader who’s running for judge (woot, you go!), and it raises an interesting issue of what is casual but professional footwear for women — for weekends and other outings outside the office. Can you be professional in sneakers? What are some other options besides work sneakers? In a bigger sense, … Read More about Stylish Work Sneakers For Women (And Advice On What Should Women Wear While Canvassing)
Wearing Fun Glasses at Work
Can you wear fun glasses to a conservative office? Let’s discuss.
How To Buy Quality Pieces Without Looking Old
A reader wondered if she was too “young” to buy quality workwear like Armani, St. John, and Chanel…
Putting Together Work Outfits Using Suit Separates
How can you make professional, stylish work outfits using suit separates? What are the do’s and don’ts of combining parts of the suits in your closet? Reader A asks… I’m a 2nd year law student in New York and will be starting work at a firm this this summer — I used your tips and articles throughout the interview process. … Read More about Putting Together Work Outfits Using Suit Separates
Dressing Stylishly, But Comfortably: What to Wear for a Long Flight
What should you wear on a long flight with colleagues if you want to be comfortable but still look professional? Reader N wonders… Could you do a post on comfortable, but professional attire for international or long flights? I have an upcoming business trip where my boss and two colleagues will be on a long flight … Read More about Dressing Stylishly, But Comfortably: What to Wear for a Long Flight
Clothes for the Curvy Professional
Are there any workwear brands that cater to the professional curvy woman? Reader V wonders… I’m not plus size – but I am curvy. As in, I hate most clothing stores as I actually can’t fit one size across my boobs but look matronly the next size up. I live in the UK and have recently discovered … Read More about Clothes for the Curvy Professional
A Feminine Approach to Business Casual
A reader switched jobs, and felt like her work outfits would only fit in if she switched to a very feminine business casual style. But how to do it?