You would be amazed at how long this blazer has been a best-seller!
The Corporette Workwear Hall of Fame
Welcome to The Corporette Workwear Hall of Fame! The products below are best-selling, reader favorites that make a GREAT starting place if you're building a work wardrobe for the first time, revamping a work wardrobe, or building a capsule work wardrobe. (Also do check out our Wardrobe Essentials for Work if you want to see the best options in every category like sheath dresses, blazers, jardigans, comfortable heels and more!)
Workwear Hall of Fame: Air Tali OT Wedge 40
These peep toe wedges are from Cole Haan’s popular Air Tali line (which we’ve mentioned before!), and while the wooden heel and open toe make them better for a casual day, I can’t get over that gorgeous purple. They’re available in three widths and four other colors, including black, beige, silver and gold, for prices … Read More about Workwear Hall of Fame: Air Tali OT Wedge 40
Workwear Hall of Fame: Plus Size Cap-Sleeve Sheath
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This week of TPS reports comes to you from Stephanie Rahlfs of Adventures in the Stiletto Jungle, who also shared a week of her picks back in 2011. This Calvin Klein cap-sleeve sheath dress is an amazing plus size option for a chic summer in … Read More about Workwear Hall of Fame: Plus Size Cap-Sleeve Sheath
The Hunt: Silk Button-Front Blouses
2018 Update: Almost all of these silk blouses are now in our Wardrobe Essentials for Work. We’ve also updated the text and links as of Sept. 2018. Sure, we all know what basics professional women are supposed to have in their closets, but if you’re buying one for the first time or replacing one you’ve … Read More about The Hunt: Silk Button-Front Blouses
Workwear Hall of Fame: Cascade Faux Wrap Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. So: a week or so ago I found this other Karen Kane dress, which I really want to like — short sleeves, flattering, ladylike cut… but I just can’t bring myself to get behind the print. (There’s nothing wrong with … Read More about Workwear Hall of Fame: Cascade Faux Wrap Dress
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Ponte Knit Sheath Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I know I say this a lot, but I really, truly, actually love this dress. Sleeves! A ladylike length AND neckline! A “dry clean” instruction instead of “dry clean only” instruction, meaning I’d probably risk throwing it in my washing … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Ponte Knit Sheath Dress
The Hunt: Button-Down Shirts
2017 Update: All of these button-down tops are in our Workwear Hall of Fame, and links below have been updated — you may also want to check our most recent discussion of the best women’s dress shirts. Sure, we all know what basics professional women are supposed to have in their closets, but if you’re … Read More about The Hunt: Button-Down Shirts
Commuting Hall of Fame: Hunter Rain Boots
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. Whether NYC gets 3 or 30 inches of snow this weekend, it seems pretty sure that it’s going to be an unpleasant, yucky weekend. Truth be told, I usually prefer my Hunter boots (with warm socks!) to my snow boots unless there are major snow drifts — … Read More about Commuting Hall of Fame: Hunter Rain Boots
Workwear Hall of Fame: Karmen Pump
So I was looking through our previous discussion and poll on the most comfortable heels, and found this little gem: a few readers noted that they LOVED the pumps at Payless, particularly those by Comfort Plus by Predictions. And sure enough, online, this thing has 82 glowing reviews. So, ladies, if you’re looking for a … Read More about Workwear Hall of Fame: Karmen Pump
Workwear Hall of Fame – Asymmetrical Mini Letter Necklace
This post was originally written in November 2012, and updated in 2019 with new links. You guise: I LOVE THIS NECKLACE. I ordered it a few weeks ago from Bauble Bar (I got a “G”) and was so, so thrilled about it that I’ve been wearing it everywhere. It’s such a far cry from my … Read More about Workwear Hall of Fame – Asymmetrical Mini Letter Necklace
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. I’m usually able to resist the allure of designer shoes… but my goodness these are gorgeous. Love that rocker vibe mixed with what looks like a pretty flattering design and a walkable 2.5″ heel. The one review on Saks is ebullient — the woman is so pleased … Read More about Weekend Open Thread
Workwear Hall of Fame: ‘Jackie’ Belted Gabardine Sheath Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Happy New Year, ladies! I think it’s been ages since I featured a Black Halo dress on this site — even the Jackie, which has been around forever — but something about this lovely red dress is screaming my name. … Read More about Workwear Hall of Fame: ‘Jackie’ Belted Gabardine Sheath Dress
