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what to wear: hot + humid at work

what to wear: hot + humid at work

One of my more recent posts was how to look great in the humid weather when it comes to makeup.  So, I figured, why not cover what to wear in the heat when it comes to work?
It is such a huge concern for many of you — we get emails all the time about it.  [...]

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what to wear: business casual work to cocktails

what to wear: business casual work to cocktails

With Spring in full bloom, most women have trouble staying cool and still looking professional. Here’s an outfit for a business casual environment that transitions perfectly to an after-work happy hour. It works perfectly for the triangle body type or the elongated hourglass that has a smaller bust.
A sophisticated floral print top such as this [...]

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what to wear: business casual when you are pregnant

what to wear: business casual when you are pregnant

Reader Question
What about some maternity clothes options for work? Specifically, something other than dresses. I work in a business casual office and jeans are for Fridays, only. I’m also somewhere between an hourglass and a pear-shape (pre-pregnancy), which means a large chest and heavier legs. It’s the fact that I don’t have long or lean [...]

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navy shirt dress now + later

navy shirt dress now + later

With the stores transitioning clothing from sweaters and coats to light tops and dresses for Spring, it can be a little difficult trying to find something to wear for the weather now.
Here’s one idea on how to use the classic spring shirt dress (this cute Carissa Rose navy dress is based on bust size) for [...]

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how to wear: black textured jacket

how to wear: black textured jacket

Reader Wardrobe Challenge
This is a wardrobe orphan in my closet. A very cozy, textured and streamlined black jacket for fall. Please teach me how to wear it with style. I’m blonde, so black can be harsh nearby my face but I like to dress monochromatic if possible, so this is a big challenge.
When [...]

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success guide for new grads

Looking to help a recent grad succeed in their first professional position? Consider giving them my 90-minute audio program and workbook, The New Professional’s Guide to Success, designed to take the mystery out of what it means to be a professional. It’s filled with practical advice every new grad needs in order to be successful [...]

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what to wear: fall work essentials

what to wear: fall work essentials

For your everyday business wardrobe, you want to make sure you have some basics in your closet and then add some color and style with your accessories to keep it current.  Here’s an outfit for wearing to work as the weather gets cooler:
Cashmere funnel neck sweater.  JCrew uses the best cashmere out there so this [...]

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