What To Do When You’re Overqualified
Have you ever taken a job for which you’re overqualified? Reader C recently took a step back from her career in order to spend more time with her family, and while she likes the money and hours, she...
View ArticleCoffee Break: Emery Camel Suede
I realize these are not the most fashionable shoes — but for some reason I keep coming back to them. I like the muted suede colors, the comfortable heel height (2.25″) and stable heel, and I really...
View ArticleWednesday’s TPS Report: Contrast-Trim Cashmere Blazer
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I’ve said it before, I’ll say it again: my favorite, softest, most luxurious, best cashmere sweater is Autumn...
View ArticleBeauty Wednesday: Desk to Dinner Makeup
Which makeup do you find indispensable for the desk-to-dinner refresh/transformation? I just realized the other day that we’ve never really talked about this (although I’ve certainly touted the...
View ArticleSuit of the Week: Tahari ASL
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 for women, which should be as classic and basic as you get...
View ArticleThursday’s TPS Report: Three-Button Striped Knit Blazer
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I’ve been ogling this black and white mixed stripe blazer for a few weeks now, and it’s at the best price I’ve...
View ArticleWhat to Wear When You’re Out of Town & Working Late
What should you wear when you’re planning to work late — and you’re traveling? Reader H is gearing up for trial and wonders what to wear in the war room after hours: I am going to be attending a two...
View ArticleCoffee Break: Robinson Medium Leather Tote
Le sigh… I’ve been stalking this “storm blue and bright blue leather tote” for weeks now, and I love it. The textured leather, the internal pockets, the very ladylike look… love. There’s a bigger...
View ArticleFrugal Friday’s TPS Report: Fine Gauge Supima Cardigan
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. It seems like the twinset has been a dying species for a few years now — so I was intrigued to see Lands’ End...
View ArticleWeekly News Update
Like these posts? Follow us on Twitter or Facebook — this is the edited version of what we’re reading! (We also Tweet if we hear about a good sale through our CorporetteDeals Twitter feed.) You can...
View ArticleWeekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. Nordstrom just started its spring sale, and there are tons of cute things — the lingerie in particular was jumping out to me today. For a more “suitable for...
View ArticleSplurge Monday’s TPS Report: Sleeveless Crepe Cady Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Happy Monday! I love the crisp pintucks and darts on this classic-yet-creative Marni dress — and the thick hem...
View ArticleThe Hunt: Silk Button-Front Blouses
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...
View ArticleCoffee Break: Martha Medium Satchel Bag
I’ve always been a big fan of Furla bags, and this red croc-embossed leather satchel looks like a gorgeous, work-appropriate tote. At 10″x13″x4″ it could certainly be bigger, but this would be a great...
View ArticleTuesday’s TPS Report: Shorts with Split and Slant Pockets
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. You know what I hate? Buying formal shorts and then finding that they’re too tight in the leg. So I’m loving the...
View ArticleWhat Would YOU Like to See on Corporette?
I thought I’d take a departure from our regularly scheduled programming to ask you guys what kind of content you’d like to see on Corporette that you’re not already seeing. I’ve been brainstorming some...
View ArticleCoffee Break: Thermal Fleece Face Mask
With summer/AC weather coming up, now is a fantastic time to talk about how much it STINKS when you’re stuck in a freezing office all day! We’ve talked about USB-heated gloves, but we haven’t talked...
View ArticleWednesday’s TPS Report: Split Sleeve Stretch Silk Blouse
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This silk tee from Classiques Entier looks perfect — a flattering, interesting pattern, a versatile palette, and...
View ArticleTool of the Trade: Hukkster
I’ve shared some of my favorite online shopping tools with you already (Shop It To Me‘s addictive emails (also new: their sleek new iPad/iPhone app), Shopping Notes, and ShopSense) but I don’t think...
View ArticleSuit of the Week: Boden
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 for women, which should be as classic and basic as you get...
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