Category: Lifestyle

  • Wednesday’s Workwear Report: The Colette Full Length Wide-Leg Pants

    [ad_1] Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. The wide-leg pants trend looks like it’s here to stay, but I find that there’s a fine line between stylishly wide-legged and clownishly wide-legged. These pants from Anthropologie fall on the correct side of the line, thank goodness. I…

  • What Are You the Most and Least Organized About in Your Life?

    [ad_1] Are you very organized in one area of your life and a bit of a mess in another? Even if you generally consider yourself an organized person, that doesn’t necessarily mean that your laundry room is pristine or that you know what you’re having for dinner on Friday. For example, maybe you’ve arranged your…

  • Coffee Break: Webbing Detail Belt

    [ad_1] I’m always a sucker for pink/red combos, and this belt looks fabulous — in my mind I see it looking great with a gray or navy dress, but that’s me. (Note that reviewers note that you should size up, and that the belt may be too wide for some belt loops, alas.) The belt…

  • Tuesday’s Workwear Report: Poplin Shirtdress

    [ad_1] Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This new-to-me brand, Pari Passu, has a truly brilliant method of sizing. They have their own number sizing system, with the equivalents of your typical sizes 14–24, and letter sizing, which corresponds to body shape (B for Curvy, C…

  • Coffee Break: Hydrocolloid Bandages – Corporette.com

    [ad_1] So this is a general product recommendation, since there are a ton of versions of this: but have you guys tried hydrocolloid bandages? They’re supposed to be amazing for protecting wounds and accelerating healing, especially for blisters, cracked heels/fingers, and acne. (Here’s an Allure article on their acne-healing abilities!) The Band-Aid page notes that…

  • Splurge Monday’s Workwear Report: Cotton-Coated Dress

    [ad_1] Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Want to try a fun experiment? Go to any department store website and do a search for clothing tagged as “workwear.” If you had a suspicion that no one knows what to wear to work anymore, your hunch would…

  • Weekend Open Thread – Corporette.com

    [ad_1] Something on your mind? Chat about it here. I was kind of surprised when I went on our recent hunt for classic sweaters for work outfits just how many sweater tees are out there right now — the short-sleeved sweater disappeared for a few years there. But not only is it available, J.Crew is…

  • Weekly News Update – Corporette.com

    [ad_1] Fashionista noted that Eloquii’s new bridal collection, Bridal by Eloquii, will offer sizes 14–28 in a price range of $49 (some separates) to $900. Above the Law provided some careers to consider if you’re thinking about leaving the legal field. The Cut looked at the costs of oversharing with your boss. The Washington Post…

  • Frugal Friday’s Workwear Report: Mock-Neck Button-Shoulder Fit-and-Flare Dress

    [ad_1] Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. If you’re trying to liven up your wardrobe on a budget, Nordstrom Rack has SO many dresses for $50 or less right now. This fit-and-flare number from Donna Morgan has a cute button accent on the shoulder and a…

  • What Brands Of Yesteryear Do You Stalk on Resale Sites?

    [ad_1] Which workwear brands do you stalk on resale sites, readers? Which brands do you fondly remember from yesteryear? I was recently reminded of Lauren Merkin bags, which I desperately wanted about 15 years ago, and was thrilled to finally get one. I had forgotten the brand’s name… and when I Googled it I recognized…