We love the combination of black and gray, as well as the folded collar. We’d try it with a belt, but would probably wear it open on top of a sheath dress or a pencil skirt.
Coffee Break: Lily Ponytail Holder
Every Sunday, I’ve been tuning in to The Next Food Network Star — it’s a great show (and I totally have a girl crush on Susie Fogelson) but really, I’ve been tuning in to root for my old college friend Aarti, who was my suitemate and next-door-neighbor back in my sophomore year of college. (If … Read More about Coffee Break: Lily Ponytail Holder
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Side-Pleat Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Today we’re liking this regal red number from Carolina Herrera. Love the side pleats on the one shoulder, and the way they continue to the hem; it’s also great to see an asymmetric neckline again. The dress is made of … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Side-Pleat Dress
Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: “May” Knit Top
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Love the simple cowl neck stretch knit top pictured here — the cowl neck is almost like a necklace or a scarf, and the fact that it has sleeves means you don’t have to do much more to accessorize it. … Read More about Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: “May” Knit Top
Coffee Break: Brahmin ‘Manning – Louise’ Satchel
A reader saw this bag while checking out Nordstrom’s anniversary sale this morning and noted, “I think it’s a great work bag– the red is an eye-catcher, and the black is classic.”
Thursday’s TPS Report: Three Quarter Sleeve Marilyn Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We’re loving this simple blue dress from Evan Picone, available at Macy’s. Love the longer sleeves, the crossover neckline, the A-line skirt — and that royal blue color! The dress is $99, with an extra 15% off in the ongoing … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Three Quarter Sleeve Marilyn Dress
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Pleated Ponte Knit Sheath Dress
The scooped neckline is flattering, while the pleats from the empire waist strikes us as new — it almost seems like a modern rendition of a Joan dress on Mad Men.
Coffee Break: Taryn Rose Fierce
Today we’re liking this basic black peep toe from Taryn Rose, which has great comfort ratings at Zappos. We like that the heel is under 3″, and that the shoe comes with arch support. The fact that it’s on sale doesn’t hurt — it was $475, now $299.25. Taryn Rose – Fierce (Black Nappa) – … Read More about Coffee Break: Taryn Rose Fierce
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Lightweight Wool Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Today we’re loving this East Coast professor vibe — the collared shirt, the cardigan, the blazer — fabulous. We particularly like the lightweight wool blazer — it’s classic but hip with a slight horizontal weave. It’s $198 at Brooks Brothers, … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Lightweight Wool Jacket
Coffee Break: RoadID WristID Elite
I know that many readers of this blog are outdoor exercisers — runners, bikers, and walkers. If you’re like me, you worry about things from a safety perspective. (Warning: morbid thoughts comin’ up.) On the one hand, you want your ID on you in case you’re hit by a car or otherwise incapacitated — but … Read More about Coffee Break: RoadID WristID Elite
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Vionnet Wool-crepe dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Apparently, this morning I am channeling Rachel Zoe, because upon seeing this dress my first response was: “I’m dying!” LOVE the gray and black monochrome look, love the not-quite-a-grid grid, love the silk trim, and love that it’s otherwise wool-crepe. … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Vionnet Wool-crepe dress
Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Caslon® ‘Flower Bouquet’ Cardigan
Today, we’re liking this simple cardigan — we like the range of colors offered, the three-quarter-length sleeves, and the floral appliques on the shoulder.