With the holidays almost upon us, I thought we’d have a holiday recipe open thread — what are your favorite things to make for family and friends? Have you gravitated towards certain recipes as a working woman (simple ingredients/short steps for easy weeknight dinners, slow cooker recipes you can start before work, etc.)? For holiday … Read More about Holiday Recipes Open Thread
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Updated: Oct 30, 2018 307 Comments · by Kat
Tuesday’s Workwear Report: Tonya Pleat Dress
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This Tonya Pleat Dress from T Tahari is a bestseller that I don’t think we’ve featured before. I like the pleats at the neck, the deep but high V-neck, and the black and navy color choices. This well-reviewed dress also has a … Read More about Tuesday’s Workwear Report: Tonya Pleat Dress
Updated: Oct 30, 2018 130 Comments · by Kat
Coffee Break: Original Tall Cable Knit Cuff Welly Boot Socks
The weather is getting colder, which means you’ll soon find yourself dealing with slush and ice as well as cold rainy days. So take a look at these Hunter Welly Boot Socks — they’ve been around for years and are well reviewed, and everyone loves them. I never see them on sale, but Nordstrom actually has … Read More about Coffee Break: Original Tall Cable Knit Cuff Welly Boot Socks
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Closet Organization Hacks for Sweaters, Jewelry, Shoes, Bags, and More
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For some reason I’ve been in a big mood to organize our closets, so I thought we’d discuss — what are your biggest pain points when it comes to closet organization? What solutions have you found that you love? What are your best closet organization hacks? Pictured, clockwise: hanging necklace organizer / sweater bins / modular … Read More about Closet Organization Hacks for Sweaters, Jewelry, Shoes, Bags, and More
Updated: Oct 30, 2018 371 Comments · by Kat
Splurge Monday’s Workwear Report: Italian Jersey One-Button Blazer
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We talk a lot about lower-cost ponte blazers (see below for examples), but I think this one is a great example of what we’re seeing more of lately: high-end jersey knits. They’re comfortable and durable, and there’s a noticeable difference between … Read More about Splurge Monday’s Workwear Report: Italian Jersey One-Button Blazer
Updated: Jun 28, 2022 114 Comments · by Kat
How to Negotiate Future Maternity Leave Before You’re Even Pregnant
Readers, what are your best tips on how to negotiate future maternity leave benefits, such as before you get pregnant or even in the job interview? SHOULD you? I’ve gotten a number of questions about this recently, and I thought it might be an interesting topic. We’ve talked about how to announce your pregnancy at … Read More about How to Negotiate Future Maternity Leave Before You’re Even Pregnant