Each generation seems to discover these anew… so I thought I’d round up some great fake collars (aka dickies.)
The Hunt: The Best Blouses for Work
Which are your favorite blouses at the moment, readers? What styles and fabrics do you like best? What stores and brands do you trust the most for stylish blouses for work?
The Best Plus-Size Workwear Blouses
Looking for a great top to wear beneath suits or nice cardigan? We rounded up some of the best plus-size workwear blouses!
The Best Women’s Collared Shirts
Button-front, collared blouses are a classic for a reason — so we rounded up some of our favorites!
The Hunt: White Tops for Spring
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: White Tops for Spring
Stylish Tops for Under Suits
We try to keep our major shopping guides updated regularly, but sometimes they need a major overhaul — that’s been the case for our Guide to the Best Tops for Under Women’s Suits for a while now. I’m proud to say we’ve finally done it — you can check it out here. In the meantime, … Read More about Stylish Tops for Under Suits
The Hunt: The Best Sleeveless Tops, Shells, and Blouses for Work
Sure, we all know what wardrobe essentials for work 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 … Read More about The Hunt: The Best Sleeveless Tops, Shells, and Blouses for Work
Opaque White T-Shirts for Work
A white t-shirt is a classic base for all kinds of work outfits… but it can be tricky to find one that’s opaque.
The Best Women’s Dress Shirts
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 Best Women’s Dress Shirts
Camisoles Beneath Blouses: White or “Nude”?
Which are the best camisoles to layer beneath sheer blouses? Is a seamless camisole important, or a nude-for-you camisole? Or is a white camisole the best thing under a white blouse? Reader S has a question, and I thought it might be a fun topic because I’ve said before: I am a fan of plain, non-lacy … Read More about Camisoles Beneath Blouses: White or “Nude”?
How High to Button Your Shirt for Interviews
When interviewing, must you button your shirt all the way to the top? How many buttons are acceptable to leave unbuttoned? Reader S wonders… I am going for an interview at quite a conservative organisation. I have a navy skirt suit and was going to wear a white button up shirt. Do I need to button … Read More about How High to Button Your Shirt for Interviews
When to Tuck Your Blouse
When should you tuck your blouse at work — and how can you make a tucked shirt look more flattering in a work outfit?