OK, at this point it’s more like Happy Hour rather than Coffee Break, but for those of you just settling in with hours to go (or, hey, the West Coast readers), I thought I’d point out that Bare Necessities is offering 30% off the clearance sales, resulting in some good prices. Lots of lucky sizes … Read More about Coffee Break: Cable Sweater Tights
Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Cap Sleeve Dress with Buckle Belt
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This kind of dress has its pros and cons. The pros: big sale, lots of sizes, bright color, very versatile shape. The cons: that bright color, the buckle belt, and possibly the “faux wrap” skirt (you can’t see online exactly … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Cap Sleeve Dress with Buckle Belt
Thursday’s TPS Report: Blazer in Ponte with Bow Detail
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I know what you’re thinking: gosh that’s pink. And a bow! But pink blazers are in right now, and I think with an otherwise neutral outfit, this would be a nice pop of color and not overly girly. I think … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Blazer in Ponte with Bow Detail
Coffee Break: Marieclairehigh3 Pump
I was going to recommend this other lovely Geox pump when this deeply discounted, unusual cornflower blue peep toe caught my eye. $45 for a $150 shoe? Sign me up. There are very limited sizes in the blue (it’s full price but more available in the coral and camel colors), but looks like a great … Read More about Coffee Break: Marieclairehigh3 Pump
Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Tuxedo Blazer
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I’m totally unfamiliar with the QMack line at Macy’s, but I do like the look of this tuxedo blazer and a few other pieces. (One good sign: the two reviews for the pictured blazer are both glowing.) And for $24, … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Tuxedo Blazer
Coffee Break: Chelsea Low Pump
Cole Haan is having some great sales (albeit final ones) on their website — but if you know your size you’re in luck. Take, for example, these fun purple suede shoes. They were $298, but are now marked to $80; with code NEWYEAR they come down another 30% to $55.99. Hooray for sales! Cole Haan … Read More about Coffee Break: Chelsea Low Pump
Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Seamed Pencil Skirt
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Nordstrom has a ton of stuff on deep discount (lots of lucky sizes, but a lot of great stuff). For today’s TPS report, I’m liking this black combo seamed pencil skirt from Halogen — the bit of texture looks interesting … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Seamed Pencil Skirt
Thursday’s TPS Report: Modern boot twill pants
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I blogged about a similar pair of Express pants a few years ago, and and have always regretted that I didn’t buy a pair of the super bright jewel-toned trousers myself. Well, ladies, if you harbor similar regrets, your ship … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Modern boot twill pants
Suit of the Week: Ann Taylor
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. I hate … Read More about Suit of the Week: Ann Taylor
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Side Gathered Crepe Sheath Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This dress isn’t amazingly exciting — but it’s the kind of wardrobe workhorse that you wear year-round, can dress up or down, and keep for years. I think it would look great for the office with a strand of pearls, … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Side Gathered Crepe Sheath Dress
Coffee Break: Momofuku Milk Bar
‘Tis the cookie season — for sending across the country to family and friends, for bringing to parties, for overindulging in general. One of my favorite, favorite (favorite!) indulgences here in NYC is David Chang’s Momofuku Milk Bar, which ships across the US and to Canada. The treats are delicious but just a bit unusual … Read More about Coffee Break: Momofuku Milk Bar
Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. Behold: the perfect long necklace to jazz up simple tops (such as this morning’s dress, or turtlenecks, or pretty much anything). I have a similar one like this and, although I’m more of a silver/platinum gal, it’s one of the few pieces of gold-colored jewelry I wear. … Read More about Weekend Open Thread