The Personal Shopper (TPS)

Advice on what to wear to work and office attire.

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  • Stocking Stuffer Idea: Birthday Cake Gum

    So here’s today’s little gift idea, which I think would be perfect for stocking stuffers: gourmet gum. I saw this first at World Market (we go there every holiday season to get a “beers of the world” for a friend who’s really into beer), and I spied this at checkout; the last time I went…

  • Weekend Open Thread

    Something on your mind? Chat about it here. I think this top is really, really pretty. I nearly included it in my roundup of ideas for holiday office party outfits, but ultimately decided the peekaboo lace was a bit too… well, peekaboo for most work events. But I like, and would consider wearing to a…

  • Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Knit Grid Skirt

    Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. What can I say — I’m a sucker for a grid skirt. We’ve seen some high-end versions, but I don’t think I’ve seen one for under $50 that I liked as much as this one. It’s available in sizes XS-XXL for $29.97 ($59…