The Hunt

Sure, we all know what wardrobe essentials professional women are supposed to have in their closets (like work dresses!) , but if you’re buying one for the first time or replacing one you’ve worn into the ground, it can be a pain to find exactly the right incarnation in stores. In “The Hunt,” we search the stores for a basic item that every woman should have, in a range of prices.

(If you just want to see all of our latest recommendations on one easy page for shopping, check out Wardrobe Essentials for Work.)

The Hunt

The Hunt: Purple Heels for the Office
Updated09/08/2023
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What are the best purple heels for the office? We’re rounding them up.

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Bags | Interviewing | The Hunt

The Best Interview Bags for Ladies
Updated01/19/2024
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Hunting for the perfect interview tote? We’ve rounded up our favorite interview bags for women!
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The Hunt for Jardigans: Jacket/Cardigans for Everyone
Updated07/22/2026
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If you love the MMLF jardigans you’re not alone — so we went on a hunt for some other jacket/cardigans!
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The Hunt: The Best Sleeveless Tops, Shells, and Blouses for Work
Updated12/30/2025
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Sure, we all know what wardrobe essentials for work professional women are supposed to have in their closets, but if you’re buying one for the first time or replacing one you’ve worn into the ground, it can be a pain to find exactly the right incarnation in stores. In “The Hunt,” we search the stores for a…
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The Hunt: Warm Winter Pants
Updated12/15/2021
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Sure, we all know what wardrobe essentials for work professional women are supposed to have in their closets, but if you’re buying one for the first time or replacing one you’ve worn into the ground, it can be a pain to find exactly the right incarnation in stores. In “The Hunt,” we search the stores for a…