Read part 1 Read part 2 Wearing a full suit to work everyday is, shall we say, boring and the sartorial equivalent of eating the same food everyday. Three suit pieces (jacket, trousers, and skirt) can create 5 easy outfits. Remember, you’ll need 20 outfits for whole month, so you want to find enough pieces to build a full wardrobe. You could buy four suits and mix and match with those,… View Post »
Every weekend should be three days
You ever have a weekend so jam-packed you need a day to recover? I’m not sure if my social life was that exciting, or if my impending birthday is just another sign of me getting old. Saturday, Virginia Tech was scheduled to kick off at noon. I have no recollection of the next 3+ hours, and I refuse to acknowledge a football game being played. One of my dear friends… View Post »
Oh say does that star spangled banner yet wave?
200 years ago, Francis Scott Key watched the all-night bombardment of Baltimore from the deck of a British ship. The American capital and Presidential Mansion were still smoldering as the British troops advanced north on their path of destruction. Inspired by the sight of the American flag flying the morning after the battle, he penned a poem to capture his emotions. Over 100 years later, it would become the official national anthem of… View Post »
We remember 9/11/01
Today, we remember one of the most tragic days in American history. It’s hard to believe that 9/11 was already 13 years ago. I can remember that day so vividly. Please take time today to honor those lost, both on 9/11 and defending our country in the wars since then.
How to build a professional wardrobe: part 2
Read part 1 here Now that we’ve figured out where you’re working and what you can wear to work, you need to decide what to buy. Let’s assume you work a “normal” job: 40 hours a week (ish) spread across 5 days. On average, you’ll need 20 outfits a month. Obviously, you won’t need 20 complete outfits without overlap, but it’s a good number to think about when shopping. 1…. View Post »
How to build a professional wardrobe: part 1
A few weeks ago, I posted about the perks of working at Ann Taylor and using my killer discount to improve my wardrobe. Ann Taylor is known as a “working woman’s store,” so I help a lot of ladies look for those professional pieces. Today, I’m going to share my tips on building a professional wardrobe with you. 1. Where are you working? Each office or job environment has its… View Post »