Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Happy Friday! I like the look of this black check pencil dress, available at Dorothy Perkins in sizes 2-18. It looks interesting but classic, and (ahem) would be a great starting point for mixing patterns — I’d try a a … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Black Check Pencil Dress
Thursday’s TPS Report: Sloan Sheath
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I’ve been eyeing this Sloan Sheath from BR for a few weeks now — it comes in multiple colors, multiple sizes (0-16, regular, tall, petite), and has mostly good ratings. The wild orchid (pictured) and “lava” are still full price … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Sloan Sheath
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Stretch Tweed Zipper Multicolor Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This stretch tweed jacket from Kay Unger looks absolutely lovely — I love the soft combination of colors, the flayed notch collar, and the peplum details. I’d probably be boring and keep this jacket in my office to throw on … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Stretch Tweed Zipper Multicolor Jacket
Coffee Break: Vivie Print Scarf
As spring weather s-l-o-w-l-y arrives, now is a great time to swap your cashmere and wool scarves for cotton ones. I’m liking the fun little print on this black scarf from Marc by Marc Jacobs — I think it would work well with a variety of coats (or blazers worn as coats), and 6pm has … Read More about Coffee Break: Vivie Print Scarf
Coffee Break: Mint Jetsons Wristlet
If you admire the politics and causes of Toms Shoe Company, but aren’t a big fan of the shoes, never fear: they’re now selling wristlets, bags, and more. (Their Marketplace, established 2013, gives other “social entrepreneurs” a platform to sell their goods.) I like this colorful cotton wristlet from JOYN — it seems like a … Read More about Coffee Break: Mint Jetsons Wristlet
Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Sheath Dress with Asymmetrical Neckline
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I always love an asymmetrical neckline, and I feel like since Black Halo’s Jackie and J.Crew’s Origami Dress have risen in popularity, so has the neckline. If you’re looking for a higher-necked version (or, perhaps, a less expensive version), I … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Sheath Dress with Asymmetrical Neckline
Thursday’s TPS Report: Twill Shift Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Reader J wrote in a while ago to recommend this dress, which she says she’s been wearing nonstop: “I am a black sheath fiend and I find that this is the most flattering black sheath I’ve ever worn. It isn’t … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Twill Shift Dress
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Bondage Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Sometimes, my system fails me — I saw this dress months ago, when it was still at a much higher price, and wanted to consider it for a Splurge Monday. But it apparently fell to the bottom of my list, … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Bondage Dress
Coffee Break: indigo by Clarks Wessex Wyvern Platform Pump
Maybe it’s just me, but I feel like professional-looking heels from Indigo by Clarks are getting harder and harder to find. Clarks in general have always been mentioned in The Corporette Guide to Comfortable Heels, but the Indigo line in particular has been a reader favorite. So I was psyched to see these simple platform … Read More about Coffee Break: indigo by Clarks Wessex Wyvern Platform Pump
Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Faux Wrap Blouse
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I’ve noticed this blouse before at the Nordstrom site, but have always hated the way it was styled (including in the picture here) — but I happened to notice that Jean at Extra Petite posted this recently, and it looks … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Faux Wrap Blouse
Thursday’s TPS Report: Signature Snake Print Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Hat tip to commenter MJ, who yesterday mentioned the huge sale going on at UK retailer Austin Reed. As she noted: “Sale PSA for ladies who wear more traditional, formal stuff to work. Austin Reed (UK) is having a great … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Signature Snake Print Dress
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Fleet Blouse
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This dark burgundy color just keeps growing on me — wear it in the fall and winter with black, dark gray, and other neutrals; wear it in the spring with pale blue. The silk crepe blouse is only 30% off … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Fleet Blouse