It’s on my to-do list today to update a lot of our older posts with advice for where to buy petite-friendly clothes for work, and I thought I’d ask the readers: what are your best work fashion tips for petite women? Do you think certain styles work better than other — or is it all … Read More about Work Fashion Tips for Petite Women
Suiting Brands for Women: Plus Size Suits, Petite Suits, Tall Suits and More
In case you missed it, we did a major round up of the best suiting brands for women a few weeks ago, from the budget brands to the boss brands. As promised, we’re back with a focus on specialty suiting brands for women — if you’re looking for plus size suits, petite suits, tall suits, or even suits from independent/specialty … Read More about Suiting Brands for Women: Plus Size Suits, Petite Suits, Tall Suits and More
Petite Office Ergonomics (and: How Does Your Office Handle Ergonomics?)
If you’re petite and your office desk is too tall for you — enough that it’s causing you pain while you work — how much is your employer required to do to make your desk/chair setup more ergonomic? What if you work at a nonprofit? Reader A asks… I wonder if you could address what my work place is required to do … Read More about Petite Office Ergonomics (and: How Does Your Office Handle Ergonomics?)
Slim But Too Tall for Petites: When Are Alterations Worth It?
2018 Update: We still stand by this advice on how to dress when you’re slim but too tall for petites — you may also want to check out our recent roundup of where to find petite-friendly clothing for work, or our work fashion tips for petite women. If you’re slim with a small frame, but … Read More about Slim But Too Tall for Petites: When Are Alterations Worth It?
The Best Workwear for Petites
2019 Update: We still stand by this roundup of the best workwear for petites, but you may also want to check out our latest discussion on where to find stylish petite suits for women, as well as our best work fashion tips for petite women. We have a super old post about the best suits … Read More about The Best Workwear for Petites
Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Long Sleeve Colorblocked Cardigan
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I keep coming back to this Alfani sweater at Macy’s — the yellow/lime looks fun and vibrant, and I think it would be a good match for anything from trousers, to dresses, to skinnier pants, to even jeans on the … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Long Sleeve Colorblocked Cardigan
Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Odette Knit Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Happy Friday! I’m liking this knit dress from Target’s Merona Collection — a straight skirt, a flattering V-neck, and a “tumble dry low” care instruction? Sign me up. I’d wear it with a navy blazer for the office. The dress … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Odette Knit Dress
Suit of the Week: Ann Taylor Loft
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, which should be as classic and basic as you get — instead, this feature is about the slightly different suit that is fashionable, yet professional. We’re loving the “midnight … Read More about Suit of the Week: Ann Taylor Loft
Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Shaped Fit Clean Finish Tank Top
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Reader K writes in, noting “I had to let you know about this tank. I own it in four colors and wear it ALL the time. I don’t typically shop at EB, but this is one item that I will … Read More about Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Shaped Fit Clean Finish Tank Top
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Lightweight wool navy textured sheath dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We are loving this navy dress from Banana Republic — it’s simple, classic, and likely to be flattering — we even like how the sleeves are actual sleeves and not cap sleeves. Lovely. It’s $150 at Banana Republic in regulars, … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Lightweight wool navy textured sheath dress
Thursday’s TPS Report: Yoke-neck knit sheath
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Reader J wrote in to recommend this dress from Talbots, noting “I like the little sleeves, which you’ve turned me on to; the just-above-the-knee length; and the flattering but comfortable fit. Women with great abs would probably find it loose in … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Yoke-neck knit sheath
Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: City Stretch Lightweight Flare Pants
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. New York & Co. is having some crazy sales right now — prices up to 70% off, plus take an extra 15% off with promo code 2400 — lots of pieces come below $10. For today’s TPS, we like this … Read More about Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: City Stretch Lightweight Flare Pants