Oooo — we love these patent ballet flats from Cole Haan, with cute lacing up the back that is reminiscent of both shoelaces and corsetry all at the same time. We like the Estate Blue (pictured), but there’s a light purple for your more adventurous days and, of course, your basic black and neutral. They’re…
Reader H writes in with some questions about a mock trial competition coming up… I’m a 1L participating in my first mock trial competition for my school. It’s in Las Vegas the first weekend in March. Not only do I have to dress to compete, but for a welcome reception the night before the competition….
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We’re loving this interesting skirt from Elie Tahari. The ruching across the front, paired with the dead simple back, strikes us as an interesting yet professional addition to the work wardrobe. It’s $202 at Zappos Couture, available in sizes 6…
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices.
We’re loving this floral print dress from Trina Turk today — the big print that makes it almost abstract, the splash of lime here and there — love it. We’d wear it with skin-toned shoes, pearls, and perhaps a shrunken blazer. It’s $348 at CUSP (which appears to be a Neiman Marcus store) in sizes 0-10. Trina Turk Floral Kiki Dress
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2021 Update: We still stand by this advice below, but you can also check out our more recent discussion on how to avoid professional frump. We got this reader mail a little while ago, and it seems appropriate in light of the response to this morning’s cardi set (wow, you guys did NOT like that)….
