It always mystifies me why Kate Spade no longer seems to make the Halle wedge — there was a big New York Times article about how it was such a comfortable shoe that women in DC were doing bulk orders in election season to prepare for door-to-door campaigning. I would think that shoe would become … Read More about Coffee Break: Marli Too Wedge
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Updated: Nov 13, 2023 32 Comments · by Kat
How to Indicate a Sabbatical on Your Resume
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How do you indicate a sabbatical or other gap on your resume, whether to smell flowers, travel, write, or more? Reader M wrote in, wondering: So: any recommendations for indicating a sabbatical/career break on the resume? I am taking this time to volunteer (and travel some, but will emphasize volunteering) and I am proud of … Read More about How to Indicate a Sabbatical on Your Resume
Updated: Nov 1, 2018 170 Comments · by Kat
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Lolli Plain Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Love the vintage vibe for this blue jacket from Reiss. The puffed shoulders, the collarless, clean look, the darting (particularly the back of the jacket), even the color and fabric — everything looks like something Rosalind Russell or one of … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Lolli Plain Jacket
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Coffee Break: Exotic belt
I like the simple look of this “exotic” belt from Banana Republic — although one should note that it’s polyurethane, not any animal skin. (Although hey, polyurethane is kind of exotic, right?) It comes in a variety of fun colors: green (pictured), coral, yellow, and mint, as well as camel and black. It’s $39.50 and … Read More about Coffee Break: Exotic belt
Updated: May 26, 2022 86 Comments · by Kat
The Hunt: Simple Sheath Dresses
Sure, we all know what basics professional women are supposed to have in their closets, but if you’re buying one for the first time or replacing one you’ve worn into the ground, it can be a pain to find exactly the right incarnation in stores. In “The Hunt,” we search the stores for a basic … Read More about The Hunt: Simple Sheath Dresses
Updated: Nov 1, 2018 140 Comments · by Kat
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Polly Lace Peplum Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I fully expect at least half of y’all to call me crazy, but: I really like this lace peplum jacket. And yes, I like it for the office. Even though I’m still iffy on lace at the office, I think … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Polly Lace Peplum Jacket