Some people see spring coming and think “pastels happy yay!” I apparently think “greige!” (I’m already looking forward to pulling out my favorite greige nail polish for my toes.) I so, so want this elegant gray/beige shoulder bag — the shape is perfect, and so much more flattering (IMHO) than a Chanel or something similar. It … Read More about Coffee Break: Faye Flap Shoulder Bag
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Updated: Jan 6, 2021 92 Comments · by Kate Antoniades
How to Handle Being Called the Wrong Name at Work
Business Etiquette· Career· CoWorker Problems· Names· Office Culture | incorrect name· mispronounced name· names· posts· wrong name
Being called the wrong name at work can be embarrassing, frustrating, and — eventually — infuriating. We haven’t talked about the wrong name problem in quite a while, so let’s have a discussion today. (By the way, we’ve also addressed changing your name (or not) when you get married (and divorced), gender-neutral name problems, and hyphenated names in email addresses.) First of all, as someone with the … Read More about How to Handle Being Called the Wrong Name at Work
Updated: Oct 31, 2018 264 Comments · by Kat
Thursday’s Workwear Report: Ottoman Knit Fit & Flare Dress
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This $98 fit and flare dress is winning rave reviews over at Nordstrom. The ottoman knit is apparently fairly heavy, so note that before ordering — but I like the simple, classic shape, as well as some of the more … Read More about Thursday’s Workwear Report: Ottoman Knit Fit & Flare Dress
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Suit of the Week: J.Crew
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. The moto … Read More about Suit of the Week: J.Crew
Updated: Mar 18, 2021 48 Comments · by Kat
Stressed About Filing Taxes?
Investing· Lifestyle· Money· Organization | entrepreneurs· posts· taxes
Ladies, we have a bit more than a month before (dunh dunh dunh) Tax Day. Are you done with filing taxes? (And, who is doing them?) Are you stressed about them? Are you looking forward to a refund? Are you nervous about how much you’re going to have to pay? For my $.02, I’m just starting to … Read More about Stressed About Filing Taxes?
Updated: Oct 31, 2018 300 Comments · by Kat
Wednesday’s Workwear Report: Stretch-Cloqué Dress
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. If you’re on the petite side and looking for a fitted knit dress, this nice thick knit from Michael Michael Kors may be for you. I like the subtle snakeskin pattern, the fact that it’s hand washable, and its simple, … Read More about Wednesday’s Workwear Report: Stretch-Cloqué Dress