Coffee Break: Geometric Panelled Tote

Coffee Break: Geometric Panelled Tote

I love a black tote as much as the next person, but sometimes it’s fun to have bold accessories. This hot pink paneled tote is totally calling my name — I love the plastic pieces and the general texture of the bag. The same style comes in a lot of other colors (including a more subdued rose…

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top with peplum detail

Thursday’s Workwear Report: V-Neck Peplum Top

Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This V-neck peplum top continually catches my eye at Nordstrom, so I’m finally ordering it — I think it’ll look great with wide, loose trousers over the summer, as well as with pencil skirts and skinnier pants. (Know your office…

pants suit with sneakers

Suit of the Week: Helmut Lang

For busy working women, the suit is often the easiest outfit to throw on in the morning. In general, this feature is not about interview suits for women, which should be as classic and basic as you get — instead, this feature is about the slightly different suit that is fashionable, yet professional. Nice. I’m…

Coffee Break: Foulard Floral Silk Cummerbund

Coffee Break: Foulard Floral Silk Cummerbund

Awww, an obi/cummerbund belt. I was always quite fond of this look, but must admit I identify it as being from the late ’00s — so I’m extra psyched to see Helmut Lang do a floral silk version. Menswear vibes! A flattering waist-cinching look! Feeling extra trendy by wearing Helmut Lang! I see no downsides…