Tuesday’s TPS Report: Ralph Lauren Black Label Cashmere Crewneck Sweater
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Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We begin the week in splurge mode, with our most expensive suggestions, and wind our way to Friday, where a less expensive item of clothing might be just what you need to make it to the weekend.
Nothing's better than a lux basic, on sale. This lovely cashmere crewneck in a youthful blue is down to $212.50 at the Saks sale (was $425). Use code SPRGIFT9 at checkout to get a giftcard worth $25 (if you spend between $250 and $450) up to $450 (if you spend more than $3K). Ralph Lauren Black Label Cashmere Crewneck Sweater
Some of the classic cashmere sweaters for work (as of 2026) include La Ligne, Vince, J.Crew, Naadam, Talbots, Lands' End, and Brooks Brothers. If you're looking for a splurge try TSE, Loro Piana, Akris, Autumn Cashmere, or (more casual) Jenni Kayne. On a budget? Try Nordstrom Cashmere and Quince ($50!).
Sales of note for 4/10:
- Nordstrom – End of Season Sale – Spring styles up to 50% off – lots of great deals from Natori, Boss, Vince, Veronica Beard, Reiss, Spanx, True & Co., Hanky Panky, Commando, Tory Burch, Theory, Zella, CeCe, Eliza J, Halogen, Vince Camuto, and more.
- Ann Taylor – 30% off tops and sweaters, and (4/10 only) 25% off dresses, skirts and shoes
- Boden – 15% off new styles with code
- Brooklinen – 15% off sitewide, plus up to 50% off bundles
- Brooks Brothers – Friends & Family Event, 25% off sitewide. Lots of cute florals and stripes in the sale.
- Evereve – 1000+ items on sale, including lots from Alex Mill, Michael Stars, Sanctuary, Rails, Xirena, and Z-Supply
- Express – $40 off $120, $100 off $250
- J.Crew – Midseason sale: Extra 40% off sale styles, 200+ new styles just added!
- J.Crew Factory – Up to 60% off everything
- Lands' End – 50% off full price styles and 60% off all clearance and sale – lots of ponte dresses come down under $25, and this packable raincoat in gingham is too cute
- Loft – All jeans $41, 40% off entire purchase
- Macy's – 25% off already reduced prices + 15% off beauty & fragrance
- M.M.LaFleur – Spring Sale Event – Buy More, save more! 10% off $250+, 15% off $500+, 20% off $750+, 25% off $1000+ (Try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off if you find any exclusions.)
- Sephora – Spring sale! 20% off for Rouge members starting today, and 30% off the Sephora Collection for everyone — if you're looking for a really muted everyday eyeshadow, I like both 106 and 301 here!
- Talbots – 40% off regular price tops + 30% off everything else
- Vivrelle – Looking to own less stuff but still try trends? Use code CORPORETTE for a free month, and borrow high-end designer clothes and bags!
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Are you really suggesting that we pay $212 for a very basic-looking shirt? In this economy?
did you not read what these posts are all about?
you start out splurge and work your way down to inexpensive on Friday . . . and yes, I do think 212 is ok for a good quality basic that will last several years. Sometimes it is about getting good quality . . .
it’s only tuesday! it’s not supposed to be inexpensive, that’s how TPS works. “in this economy”… yeah, it’s tough and scary right now, but the partners at my firm just got their semiannual check on friday… they could buy this sweater, and for them it would be a good deal. lots of different people read this blog.
for me, mondays and tuesdays are sort of “wish book” items, mental notes of potentially good types of things to buy when i am feeling more financially confident. on wednesday i start flirting with the idea of purchase, and by thursday and friday i am ready to pounce on a great idea at a great price.
btw, that theory cardigan (black with yellow trim) went on sale at nordstrom.com yesterday for $70. and is it just me or has banana’s past few collections been mostly unappealing?
This is silly even for a splurge. Banana Republic sells almost the exact sweater, a bright cashmere boatneck with buttons, only it costs a third of the price, $70 (on sale). I got one & it’s fabuluous, high quality, and there are still a couple of sizes left.
newassociate:
Thanks for the tip on the theory cardigan! And yes, I agree with you about banana. I have been an avid banana shopper for years, I have still purchased a few items the last couple seasons, but it used to be that I wanted to buy nearly everything in the store.
banana republic cashmere is not quality cashmere. it’s cheaper for a reason.