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Monday, May 16, 2011
New Professionelle!
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Thursday, April 21, 2011
Professionelle is Getting a Makeover!
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It's really amazing to me that I've been blogging on Professionelle for over two years! I finally decided it was time for Professionelle to spruce up its look. So, in the next few weeks, Professionelle will have a whole new look (just in time for Spring!) and also a new web address. All of the old posts on this web address will be moved over so you can still view your favorite posts. Please leave a comment if you have any suggestions for the new blog, particularly if you have any experience in web design! I've been soliciting help through Agent Anything and various other people who have been generous enough to lend their time and talents. I'm so excited to share with you the new Professionelle, but for now, take a moment to join Professionelle on Facebook and follow Professionelle on Twitter so you know the minute the new site is up.
It's really amazing to me that I've been blogging on Professionelle for over two years! I finally decided it was time for Professionelle to spruce up its look. So, in the next few weeks, Professionelle will have a whole new look (just in time for Spring!) and also a new web address. All of the old posts on this web address will be moved over so you can still view your favorite posts. Please leave a comment if you have any suggestions for the new blog, particularly if you have any experience in web design! I've been soliciting help through Agent Anything and various other people who have been generous enough to lend their time and talents. I'm so excited to share with you the new Professionelle, but for now, take a moment to join Professionelle on Facebook and follow Professionelle on Twitter so you know the minute the new site is up.
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Summer Associate Wardrobe Guide 2011
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It's only the beginning of April, but it's time to start thinking about summer (or at least summer associate programs)! Most summer programs start in early May so it makes sense to start preparing. As stores begin stocking up on spring/summer clothes, now is the best time to start building your new career wardrobe. I would say it's the best part about being a summer, but that's just not true since being a summer associate is quite possibly the best job on earth - no exaggeration. Below is an updated list of law firms and what you should expect to wear to fit in, or at least not stand out in a bad way. Best of luck and have a great summer!
If you're an associate, what kind of advice would you give to incoming female summer associates with regard to work apparel? If you're a summer associate, what dress code questions would you like the answer to? Now that comments are anonymous, feel free to be totally honest and ask any questions you'd like.
It's only the beginning of April, but it's time to start thinking about summer (or at least summer associate programs)! Most summer programs start in early May so it makes sense to start preparing. As stores begin stocking up on spring/summer clothes, now is the best time to start building your new career wardrobe. I would say it's the best part about being a summer, but that's just not true since being a summer associate is quite possibly the best job on earth - no exaggeration. Below is an updated list of law firms and what you should expect to wear to fit in, or at least not stand out in a bad way. Best of luck and have a great summer!
Cleary Gottlieb
Cleary is business casual and a former associate says that she's seen women wear fun and funky dresses. According to her, Cleary associates probably push fashion boundaries more than associates at other firms.
Nanette Lepore Go Getter Dress (298.00)
Covington & Burling
A Covington associate described the D.C. law firm dress code as a pencil skirt and cardigan with basic dark heels. Covington itself is business casual (except when meeting with clients) and there are a number of female associates who sport colorful sheath dresses. Open toed shoes are ok during the summer and sometimes younger associates will wear a lower cut shirt or a lower back shirt if they have plans after work.Kate Spade Pineapple Cardigan (295.00)
Cravath
Cravath continues to require formal business attire. Most women wear suits all of the time, although blazers with mismatched skirts/pants are acceptable. Stockings and closed-toe shoes are technically required and are also the norm. To push the envelope, women will wear cardigans instead of blazers, patterned stockings (technically a no-no), above-the-knee skirts, and very tall heels. Not a lot of loud nail polish, make up, or jewelry. It's a pretty buttoned-up place in the end, but women make an effort to look well-dressed nonetheless.
Paul & Joe Nabila Silk & Stretch Jersey Halterneck Jumpsuit (720.00) (If you pair this with a blazer, as shown, it's a great way to look business formal yet unconventional)
Davis Polk
Davis Polk is technically business casual, but there's a wide variety to what people wear. Some associates will push the fashion boundaries with sleeveless dresses or tops in the summer. Blouses with ruffles, colorful dresses and even some animal prints can be seen around 450 Lex. I would suggest wearing a suit on your first day but after that, it's not required or expected. Open toed shoes are ok in the summer and lots of women accessorize otherwise conservative outfits with trendy jewelery.
Dewey & LeBoeuf
Dewey is business casual, but most female partners wear suits, although not always with a full button down shirt underneath. They might opt for easier options like tanks, blouses and short/long sleeve crew necks. Younger associates are seen wearing dresses, sweaters and skirts or sweaters and pants as opposed to more traditional business formal attire. Younger associates do wear open toed shoes in the summer.
Sidley Austin
One Sidley New York associate described her ideal outfit as clean, neat and comfortable enough to survive those inevitable long days and nights at the office. Although summer associates are working longer hours than they did when the economy was better, there will likely be few long days or nights at the office (again, being a summer associate is awesome). But the point remains, the key is to be comfortable because even if you're only at the office for 8 hours, that's still a long time to be sitting constrained in a pencil skirt. There's also the fact that you'll be eating massive lunches so stretchy fabrics can be your friend. Below is a comfortable, stretchy, yet fashionable option.
If you're an associate, what kind of advice would you give to incoming female summer associates with regard to work apparel? If you're a summer associate, what dress code questions would you like the answer to? Now that comments are anonymous, feel free to be totally honest and ask any questions you'd like.
Monday, March 28, 2011
Comment Away!
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Even though I've been doing this "blog" thing for about two years, I just recently discovered how to turn on anonymous comments on Professionelle. Now you can feel free to comment away even if you don't have a Google I.D. Looking forward to hearing your suggestions and feedback.
Also, stay tuned for a follow up post on the popular Summer Associate Wardrobe Guide from two years ago, updated with new firms and more details. Also to-come, a feature on my favorite lawyer-turned-blogger links.
Even though I've been doing this "blog" thing for about two years, I just recently discovered how to turn on anonymous comments on Professionelle. Now you can feel free to comment away even if you don't have a Google I.D. Looking forward to hearing your suggestions and feedback.
Also, stay tuned for a follow up post on the popular Summer Associate Wardrobe Guide from two years ago, updated with new firms and more details. Also to-come, a feature on my favorite lawyer-turned-blogger links.
Friday, March 18, 2011
Mission Accomplished
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I don't know what it is about Apple products that makes them so darn addictive, but that addiction has spread around the world like wildfire. Case and point: my mother called me last week to ask me to bring her an iPad 2 which was apparently selling for RMB $20,000 on the black market. That's nearly US $3000! So, I did what any good Chinese daughter would do, I called every single Apple store in New York, every single day to see if they had any in stock. At one point, I encountered a clerk who answered with phone with, "Thanks for calling the W. 14th Street Apple Store where we are all sold out of the iPad 2." I'm not sure how this was any more efficient because even after this greeting I (and I'm sure everyone else) repeated, "So...that means you don't have the iPad 2?" He reiterated that indeed, they were all sold out, but informed me that I could come in early in the morning and wait in line when their morning stock arrived. Frustrated, I asked a friend how he had managed to get his iPad 2 so quickly. "Easy," he said, "I simply waited in line for 5 hours...rather...I paid someone else to wait in line for 5 hours...." And this is how I discovered Agent Anything. Through Agent Anything, I posted a "mission" for someone to wait in line at the Apple store at 6am in exchange for $30. Yup, you heard right, a mere $30. "Agents" aka college students (you must have a valid .edu email address to be an agent to make it easier for the website to keep its agents accountable) can "accept" your mission. Within 10 minutes, a CUNY student accepted my iPad 2 mission. I was provided with his email address and phone number. The next morning, he went to the Apple store at 6am to wait in line for my mother's iPad 2. Unfortunately, the store received very little stock so I was not able to actually get an iPad 2, but the overall Agent Anything experience was quite good. Clients can propose any kind of mission they want (within the bounds of legality I presume). I've seen people post missions to return a medical device to a hospital, paint their living room or help them set up an e-commerce site. Agent Anything has even partnered with Ben and Jerry's ice cream. The client pays for the price of the ice cream and the website pays $10 to the agent who delivers it. That sounds like a win win for everyone. So, check out Agent Anything the next time you need...well...anything I guess.
I don't know what it is about Apple products that makes them so darn addictive, but that addiction has spread around the world like wildfire. Case and point: my mother called me last week to ask me to bring her an iPad 2 which was apparently selling for RMB $20,000 on the black market. That's nearly US $3000! So, I did what any good Chinese daughter would do, I called every single Apple store in New York, every single day to see if they had any in stock. At one point, I encountered a clerk who answered with phone with, "Thanks for calling the W. 14th Street Apple Store where we are all sold out of the iPad 2." I'm not sure how this was any more efficient because even after this greeting I (and I'm sure everyone else) repeated, "So...that means you don't have the iPad 2?" He reiterated that indeed, they were all sold out, but informed me that I could come in early in the morning and wait in line when their morning stock arrived. Frustrated, I asked a friend how he had managed to get his iPad 2 so quickly. "Easy," he said, "I simply waited in line for 5 hours...rather...I paid someone else to wait in line for 5 hours...." And this is how I discovered Agent Anything. Through Agent Anything, I posted a "mission" for someone to wait in line at the Apple store at 6am in exchange for $30. Yup, you heard right, a mere $30. "Agents" aka college students (you must have a valid .edu email address to be an agent to make it easier for the website to keep its agents accountable) can "accept" your mission. Within 10 minutes, a CUNY student accepted my iPad 2 mission. I was provided with his email address and phone number. The next morning, he went to the Apple store at 6am to wait in line for my mother's iPad 2. Unfortunately, the store received very little stock so I was not able to actually get an iPad 2, but the overall Agent Anything experience was quite good. Clients can propose any kind of mission they want (within the bounds of legality I presume). I've seen people post missions to return a medical device to a hospital, paint their living room or help them set up an e-commerce site. Agent Anything has even partnered with Ben and Jerry's ice cream. The client pays for the price of the ice cream and the website pays $10 to the agent who delivers it. That sounds like a win win for everyone. So, check out Agent Anything the next time you need...well...anything I guess.
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
New York Vintage - I Die
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Today I dragged Nikki to New York Vintage to try on some dresses for an upcoming black tie wedding. In the words of Rachel Zoe - I die. And I don't use that term loosely because as much as I love Rachel Zoe, I find her signature phrases annoying and grammatically incorrect. But after an unexpected tour of New York Vintage's rental-only archives, there are no better words to describe the experience. I hadn't made an appointment thinking that I could find something amongst their "for sale" racks, but when I arrived, the friendly sales clerk informed me that the real goods are for rent only and viewable by appointment. After trying on a sleek red one shoulder Ungaro and some beautiful 1930's print dresses (unfortunately, none fit) the sales clerk kindly offered to take us on a tour of the rental-only archives even though we didn't have an appointment. When we walked upstairs, our jaws dropped. What was even more shocking is that the rental prices seemed very reasonable. There is a $200 minimum, and prices are determined based on a percentage of the retail price of the dress in conjunction with what type of event you will be wearing the dress to (so for example, the price would be different if you were wearing the dress to a private event verses a red carpet event or an editorial shoot). I have an appointment to try on dresses in the rental-only archives in a couple of weeks so I'll report back on what a Professionelle would need to pay for a gorgeous piece of vintage glamour. The example we were given was definitely more than what you'd pay on a site such as Rent the Runway, but well worth it for a one of a kind creation.
As if I haven't been gushing enough, Michelle Obama wore a Norman Norell dress from New York Vintage, so you know it's cool.
Today I dragged Nikki to New York Vintage to try on some dresses for an upcoming black tie wedding. In the words of Rachel Zoe - I die. And I don't use that term loosely because as much as I love Rachel Zoe, I find her signature phrases annoying and grammatically incorrect. But after an unexpected tour of New York Vintage's rental-only archives, there are no better words to describe the experience. I hadn't made an appointment thinking that I could find something amongst their "for sale" racks, but when I arrived, the friendly sales clerk informed me that the real goods are for rent only and viewable by appointment. After trying on a sleek red one shoulder Ungaro and some beautiful 1930's print dresses (unfortunately, none fit) the sales clerk kindly offered to take us on a tour of the rental-only archives even though we didn't have an appointment. When we walked upstairs, our jaws dropped. What was even more shocking is that the rental prices seemed very reasonable. There is a $200 minimum, and prices are determined based on a percentage of the retail price of the dress in conjunction with what type of event you will be wearing the dress to (so for example, the price would be different if you were wearing the dress to a private event verses a red carpet event or an editorial shoot). I have an appointment to try on dresses in the rental-only archives in a couple of weeks so I'll report back on what a Professionelle would need to pay for a gorgeous piece of vintage glamour. The example we were given was definitely more than what you'd pay on a site such as Rent the Runway, but well worth it for a one of a kind creation.
As if I haven't been gushing enough, Michelle Obama wore a Norman Norell dress from New York Vintage, so you know it's cool.
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Chanel - Matte Snakeskin Tote
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The next time I have $6000...oh wait...
Regardless, gorgeous bag. Very Professionelle.
The next time I have $6000...oh wait...
Regardless, gorgeous bag. Very Professionelle.
Chanel Matte Snakeskin Tote (6000.00)
Monday, March 7, 2011
Bow Tie Paper Clips
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So...I never actually made the fabric covered thumbtacks I posted nearly two (gasp!) years ago. And these seem even less practical. But they're simply adorable so I figured I'd post them. DIY instructions at How About Orange.
So...I never actually made the fabric covered thumbtacks I posted nearly two (gasp!) years ago. And these seem even less practical. But they're simply adorable so I figured I'd post them. DIY instructions at How About Orange.
Friday, February 25, 2011
Future Professionelle in the Making
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Adorable. This is apparently Alexander Wang's niece. Found at copper + lace.
Adorable. This is apparently Alexander Wang's niece. Found at copper + lace.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Fortune Cookie Coin Purse and Other Diana Eng Creations
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Do you guys remember Diana Eng from Project Runway Season 2? Her website is full of interesting fashion accessories that fall within her "Fashion Engineered from Daydreams" theme. Described as "a line of whimsically playful creations. Inspired by sea creatures, mad hatter tea parties, and hacker cocktail parties, each design comes from a daydream." Now that's a little bit too kooky for my taste, but some of the items are very cool.
Do you guys remember Diana Eng from Project Runway Season 2? Her website is full of interesting fashion accessories that fall within her "Fashion Engineered from Daydreams" theme. Described as "a line of whimsically playful creations. Inspired by sea creatures, mad hatter tea parties, and hacker cocktail parties, each design comes from a daydream." Now that's a little bit too kooky for my taste, but some of the items are very cool.
Fortune Cookie Coin Purse (65.00)
Miura Ori Scarf (350.00): inspired by a biomimetic Japanese folding technique
Fibonacci Scarf (275.00): knit in the order of the Fibonacci numbers
Sunday, February 13, 2011
Lifebooker
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I pride myself on being up to the minute with online shopping developments, but it took me an embarrassingly long time to discover the amazing-ness that is Lifebooker (Thanks Pam!). It's essentially Groupon for beauty and health. You can find amazing deals on anything from manicures to botox. You can even book appointments online. With Valentine's day just around the corner, it's also a great link to share with your significant other as a not so subtle hint.
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Do Nothing for Two Minutes
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New (Lunar) year, new resolutions. My resolution this year is to relax more, which is a very difficult task for my type-A mind. Needless to say, I failed miserably at my first few attempts on this link, but eventually I was able to relax for two whole minutes. Check it out and tell me what you think: aggravating or amazing?
Courtesy of Marissa.
New (Lunar) year, new resolutions. My resolution this year is to relax more, which is a very difficult task for my type-A mind. Needless to say, I failed miserably at my first few attempts on this link, but eventually I was able to relax for two whole minutes. Check it out and tell me what you think: aggravating or amazing?
Courtesy of Marissa.
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Efficiency Tip: Classic Clothing Checklist
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Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Techonology Tip: Organize Your Email by Color
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I hate being on working group email lists because I end up getting a million emails that do not concern me and consequently miss the emails that do concern me. I learned a neat trick that allows you to color code emails in Outlook that are sent directly to you. Emails sent directly to you will show up in blue (or red or whatever color you pick) so that it is visually distinct from all of the other emails you receive. Here's how you set it up:
Click on "tools" then "organize." Select "using colors." The second bullet point should be an option to "show messages only to me in . . . ." Select the color you want and the hit "turn on" button.
You need to do this for each folder you have individually. For example, if all of your mail regarding Project XYZ gets automatically filtered to a certain folder, you will need to do this for that particular folder.
I hate being on working group email lists because I end up getting a million emails that do not concern me and consequently miss the emails that do concern me. I learned a neat trick that allows you to color code emails in Outlook that are sent directly to you. Emails sent directly to you will show up in blue (or red or whatever color you pick) so that it is visually distinct from all of the other emails you receive. Here's how you set it up:
Click on "tools" then "organize." Select "using colors." The second bullet point should be an option to "show messages only to me in . . . ." Select the color you want and the hit "turn on" button.
You need to do this for each folder you have individually. For example, if all of your mail regarding Project XYZ gets automatically filtered to a certain folder, you will need to do this for that particular folder.
Friday, December 17, 2010
Deal Brief: Copy Cat Chic
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I recently discovered Copy Cat Chic blog. Reichel B., the author, finds inexpensive alternatives to chic, but pricey, home decor items. The concept is nothing new, but I'm utterly amazed at the deals she's been able to find. Her readers help her scour the web for deals, sometimes finding the same exact item at 1/10th of the price. If you're thinking about buying a new piece of furniture or accessory for your home, be sure to check out Copy Cat Chic before putting down your credit card.
Here's just one example post, for more visit Copy Cat Chic!
Twiggy Floor Lamp
I recently discovered Copy Cat Chic blog. Reichel B., the author, finds inexpensive alternatives to chic, but pricey, home decor items. The concept is nothing new, but I'm utterly amazed at the deals she's been able to find. Her readers help her scour the web for deals, sometimes finding the same exact item at 1/10th of the price. If you're thinking about buying a new piece of furniture or accessory for your home, be sure to check out Copy Cat Chic before putting down your credit card.
Here's just one example post, for more visit Copy Cat Chic!
Twiggy Floor Lamp
>> Wednesday, December 1, 2010
The perfect way to add a splash of color to your room: The iconic Twiggy Floor Lamp. So simple, so gorgeous and sooo expensive! ;)
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| CB2's Lantern Arc Floor Lamp = $199 |
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Kansas City Kate
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It used to be that Kate Spade handbags depressed me. They were black, boxy and horribly expensive considering they were made from nylon. Now, the Kate Spade brand has the exact opposite effect. I love her feminine details and bright colors. Looking at the Kate Spade window display on 5th Avenue always brings a smile to my face.
She also happens to be from Kansas City (the about page on her website describes how her upbringing in KC influenced her aesthetic), which is where I will be going next week to spend the holidays with my boyfriend's family. So, I thought this was the perfect time to feature some of the things I love from Kate Spade. Enjoy and happy holidays!
It used to be that Kate Spade handbags depressed me. They were black, boxy and horribly expensive considering they were made from nylon. Now, the Kate Spade brand has the exact opposite effect. I love her feminine details and bright colors. Looking at the Kate Spade window display on 5th Avenue always brings a smile to my face.
She also happens to be from Kansas City (the about page on her website describes how her upbringing in KC influenced her aesthetic), which is where I will be going next week to spend the holidays with my boyfriend's family. So, I thought this was the perfect time to feature some of the things I love from Kate Spade. Enjoy and happy holidays!
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Theory Winter Roundup
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Just in time for Christmas, the Theory website is full of amazing pieces to get you through a winter work week.
Riva Sweater Jacket (355.00)
Abree E Dress (695.00)
Betty Dress (285.00)
Lentora's Blazer (425.00)
Ellery Coat (645.00)
Just in time for Christmas, the Theory website is full of amazing pieces to get you through a winter work week.
Riva Sweater Jacket (355.00)
Abree E Dress (695.00)
Betty Dress (285.00)
Lentora's Blazer (425.00)
Ellery Coat (645.00)
Saturday, November 27, 2010
Typography for Lawyers
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Saturday, November 20, 2010
Boutiques.com
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Fashion meets Facebook meets Twitter meets...Google? Google's new website, Boutiques.com, combines social media, blogging and shopping. For more information, see this article by the New York Times.
After taking it for a short test drive, I can say that I am completely addicted. The website allows users to create their own "boutique" where they can shop for and share the items they love (kinda like a Facebook profile). Google has also convinced celebrities and fashion bloggers to help with the launch of the site by creating their own boutiques for the public to peruse. Want to see what Olivia Palermo is buying? Simply go to her boutique. You can even "follow" her (exactly like Twitter).
What I really love about the website is that Google has teamed up with Like.com. As previously featured on Professionelle, Like.com technology shows shoppers items similar to the one you're interested in. It worked decently well before, but trying to find say, a black bag with gold hardware, was sometimes difficult. Like.com would show you plenty of black bags approximately the same shape as the one you're looking for, but it didn't always pick up on the details. This time around, the "similar products" feature on Boutiques.com does a much better job. So, if you found the perfect brown riding boots, but they happen to be $700, you can look for a similar product for less on Boutiques.com.
Let me know what you think, and start following Professionelle at Boutiques.com!
Fashion meets Facebook meets Twitter meets...Google? Google's new website, Boutiques.com, combines social media, blogging and shopping. For more information, see this article by the New York Times.
After taking it for a short test drive, I can say that I am completely addicted. The website allows users to create their own "boutique" where they can shop for and share the items they love (kinda like a Facebook profile). Google has also convinced celebrities and fashion bloggers to help with the launch of the site by creating their own boutiques for the public to peruse. Want to see what Olivia Palermo is buying? Simply go to her boutique. You can even "follow" her (exactly like Twitter).
What I really love about the website is that Google has teamed up with Like.com. As previously featured on Professionelle, Like.com technology shows shoppers items similar to the one you're interested in. It worked decently well before, but trying to find say, a black bag with gold hardware, was sometimes difficult. Like.com would show you plenty of black bags approximately the same shape as the one you're looking for, but it didn't always pick up on the details. This time around, the "similar products" feature on Boutiques.com does a much better job. So, if you found the perfect brown riding boots, but they happen to be $700, you can look for a similar product for less on Boutiques.com.
Let me know what you think, and start following Professionelle at Boutiques.com!
Sunday, October 17, 2010
New Job, New Clothes
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I start my first “adult” job tomorrow, as a law firm associate. How have I prepared? I went shopping. It sounds silly; I know. But given that so much about this new job seems uncertain—What kind of work will I be doing? Will I like it? Will liking the work be enough to sustain me for many long hours?—the only preparatory thing that seemed certainly helpful was to buy work-appropriate clothing and accessories. While I don’t know how I will take to my new job (or how it will take to me), I do know that it will require a new suit, comfortable pumps, a sensible handbag, and many pairs of stockings. So that’s what I bought. Specifically:
- A sensible pinstripe pants suit from J. Crew: http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/suiting/super120spinstripe.jsp;
- A black velvet blazer to pair with a black skirt or a pair of black pants I already own to form a make-shift suit (my new employer is business formal!). It’s Ralph Lauren from a consignment store, so I can’t link to it;
- Two pairs of sensible Cole Haan pumps, one black, one brown, http://www.colehaan.com/colehaan/catalog/product.jsp?catId=100&productId=357012&productGroup=356997&pwpHash=shop,pwp,c-100/f-10001+70016+4294966411/t-WOMEN%27SHEELS;
- Two pairs of shoes in which to walk to work: riding boots, http://www1.bloomingdales.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=485979&PseudoCat=se-xx-xx-xx.esn_results, and patent leather low-heeled pumps (I need a little heel to wear with pantsuits so that they don’t drag on the ground), http://www1.bloomingdales.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=490099&PseudoCat=se-xx-xx-xx.esn_results (these are the suede version);
- A black nylon Longchamp bag that can hold a laptop and files when necessary and that is courtroom appropriate, http://www1.bloomingdales.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=482894&PseudoCat=se-xx-xx-xx.esn_results;
- And as mentioned, many pairs of Hanes Silk Reflections stockings.
I am curious; have other professionelles had this experience, where shopping seems to be the only clear way to prepare for a job? And what new-job purchases have you made?
I start my first “adult” job tomorrow, as a law firm associate. How have I prepared? I went shopping. It sounds silly; I know. But given that so much about this new job seems uncertain—What kind of work will I be doing? Will I like it? Will liking the work be enough to sustain me for many long hours?—the only preparatory thing that seemed certainly helpful was to buy work-appropriate clothing and accessories. While I don’t know how I will take to my new job (or how it will take to me), I do know that it will require a new suit, comfortable pumps, a sensible handbag, and many pairs of stockings. So that’s what I bought. Specifically:
- A sensible pinstripe pants suit from J. Crew: http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/suiting/super120spinstripe.jsp;
- A black velvet blazer to pair with a black skirt or a pair of black pants I already own to form a make-shift suit (my new employer is business formal!). It’s Ralph Lauren from a consignment store, so I can’t link to it;
- Two pairs of sensible Cole Haan pumps, one black, one brown, http://www.colehaan.com/colehaan/catalog/product.jsp?catId=100&productId=357012&productGroup=356997&pwpHash=shop,pwp,c-100/f-10001+70016+4294966411/t-WOMEN%27SHEELS;
- Two pairs of shoes in which to walk to work: riding boots, http://www1.bloomingdales.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=485979&PseudoCat=se-xx-xx-xx.esn_results, and patent leather low-heeled pumps (I need a little heel to wear with pantsuits so that they don’t drag on the ground), http://www1.bloomingdales.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=490099&PseudoCat=se-xx-xx-xx.esn_results (these are the suede version);
- A black nylon Longchamp bag that can hold a laptop and files when necessary and that is courtroom appropriate, http://www1.bloomingdales.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=482894&PseudoCat=se-xx-xx-xx.esn_results;
- And as mentioned, many pairs of Hanes Silk Reflections stockings.
I am curious; have other professionelles had this experience, where shopping seems to be the only clear way to prepare for a job? And what new-job purchases have you made?
Saturday, July 17, 2010
Fashionable Scrubs
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My friend Nikki loves fashion, but as a pediatric oncology nurse, her wardrobe options for work are severely limited. I'm sure many other Professionelles are in the same position so I thought I'd do a little digging into fashionable scrubs. I didn't have high hopes, but much to my surprise, I found some very chic (or at least adorable) scrub options.
Baby Phat Bright as a Feather Scrub Top (23.99)
Koi Layla Monaco Print Scrub Top (24.99)
Landau Bow Bodice Scrub Top (19.99)
My friend Nikki loves fashion, but as a pediatric oncology nurse, her wardrobe options for work are severely limited. I'm sure many other Professionelles are in the same position so I thought I'd do a little digging into fashionable scrubs. I didn't have high hopes, but much to my surprise, I found some very chic (or at least adorable) scrub options.
Baby Phat Bright as a Feather Scrub Top (23.99)
Koi Layla Monaco Print Scrub Top (24.99)
Landau Bow Bodice Scrub Top (19.99)
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Lonny Magazine
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Sorry for the long absence! I've been working...and working...and working. Despite that, I managed to find some time to do a bit of apartment hunting and have finally found my dream apartment. I will be moving next month (provided I pass the coop board process...but that's a post for another day). The upcoming move has reignited my interest in home decor. Christina, my partner in crime at work, came across this web-a-zine devoted to bringing accessible design to the masses. Lonnymag.com came in the wake of the recession which put many home decor magazines out of business. It has dozens of click-able pages of furniture, art and other design ideas and products. If you see something you like, you can click on the image and it will link you directly to a site where you can purchase the product. No more trying to match the tiny numbers next to pictures with the product descriptions. Clicking through the items is half the fun because it introduces you to other awesome websites such as Poketo!. I also appreciate that unlike most conventional magazines, Lonnymag.com features Esty.com items.
Below are a few items I discovered in this month's issue of Lonnymag.com:
Sorry for the long absence! I've been working...and working...and working. Despite that, I managed to find some time to do a bit of apartment hunting and have finally found my dream apartment. I will be moving next month (provided I pass the coop board process...but that's a post for another day). The upcoming move has reignited my interest in home decor. Christina, my partner in crime at work, came across this web-a-zine devoted to bringing accessible design to the masses. Lonnymag.com came in the wake of the recession which put many home decor magazines out of business. It has dozens of click-able pages of furniture, art and other design ideas and products. If you see something you like, you can click on the image and it will link you directly to a site where you can purchase the product. No more trying to match the tiny numbers next to pictures with the product descriptions. Clicking through the items is half the fun because it introduces you to other awesome websites such as Poketo!. I also appreciate that unlike most conventional magazines, Lonnymag.com features Esty.com items.
Below are a few items I discovered in this month's issue of Lonnymag.com:
Monday, April 5, 2010
Shoes for the Commute
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I wear heels almost every day of the week, regardless of whether I have somewhere special to go. But for some reason, the thought of wearing heels during my commute to work is unbearable. So, like many of you, I wear my Uggs to work in the winter and flip flops to work in the summer. The space beneath my desk looks like a shoe store after a very busy sale with mismatched heels covering almost every inch of floor space. I always feel a bit awkward walking into work with my professional outfit and casual shoes. Spring brought an added layer of complexity to this shoe dilemma since it became too warm to wear boots and not yet warm enough to bust out the flip flops. So this week, I vowed to search for professional yet comfortable flats that would be perfect for the morning commute. Here's what I came up with:
I love how these shoes come with a travel case. This way, you can stash your shoes in your purse without worrying about getting your bag dirty.
Bloch makes actual ballet flats for real dancers as well as pretend ballet flats like the ones below for us regular people. Theses shoes are supposedly incredibly comfortable, but every review I've read recommended ordering a size up.
I bought a pair of Crocs when I went kayaking in the Boundary Waters a few years ago and they were about as comfortable as they were ugly. Now Crocs come in a more stylish package which makes them at least as work appropriate as flip flops.
I wear heels almost every day of the week, regardless of whether I have somewhere special to go. But for some reason, the thought of wearing heels during my commute to work is unbearable. So, like many of you, I wear my Uggs to work in the winter and flip flops to work in the summer. The space beneath my desk looks like a shoe store after a very busy sale with mismatched heels covering almost every inch of floor space. I always feel a bit awkward walking into work with my professional outfit and casual shoes. Spring brought an added layer of complexity to this shoe dilemma since it became too warm to wear boots and not yet warm enough to bust out the flip flops. So this week, I vowed to search for professional yet comfortable flats that would be perfect for the morning commute. Here's what I came up with:
I love how these shoes come with a travel case. This way, you can stash your shoes in your purse without worrying about getting your bag dirty.
Bloch makes actual ballet flats for real dancers as well as pretend ballet flats like the ones below for us regular people. Theses shoes are supposedly incredibly comfortable, but every review I've read recommended ordering a size up.
I bought a pair of Crocs when I went kayaking in the Boundary Waters a few years ago and they were about as comfortable as they were ugly. Now Crocs come in a more stylish package which makes them at least as work appropriate as flip flops.
Sunday, March 28, 2010
Faabric: Wish Lists Compiled
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Sunday, February 28, 2010
Deal Brief: Theory Company Store
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139 Fifth Avenue,
Thursday: 10am-8pm
Saturday: 12pm-5pm
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
Perfect Nude Pump
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I've been searching for nude, patent leather, pointy-toed pumps for months. The color and shape can supposedly create a visual illusion to elongate and slim your legs - very important for someone my height (and an added plus for everyone else).
Finding the perfect shade of nude was a bit more difficult than I anticipated, not to mention it's nearly impossible to find a pair of classically shaped pumps, without any bells and whistles, for under $500. Yesterday, I finally found them and they were perfect when they arrived at my desk this afternoon (hooray for free overnight shipping at endless.com!).
I've been searching for nude, patent leather, pointy-toed pumps for months. The color and shape can supposedly create a visual illusion to elongate and slim your legs - very important for someone my height (and an added plus for everyone else).
Finding the perfect shade of nude was a bit more difficult than I anticipated, not to mention it's nearly impossible to find a pair of classically shaped pumps, without any bells and whistles, for under $500. Yesterday, I finally found them and they were perfect when they arrived at my desk this afternoon (hooray for free overnight shipping at endless.com!).
Charles David Dash Pump in Champagne (137.78)
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Renttherunway.com
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Sunday, November 8, 2009
Art Online
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First of all, congrats to all of my friends who recently found out that they passed the [New York], [Massachusetts], [insert state] bar! My life these days is filled with work, fixing up my apartment, more work, more fixing up my apartment, some food, some sleep, and repeat. This schedule probably sounds familiar to many of you who recently moved to start a new job. I've pretty much taken care of the necessities (couch delivery next week!) so have turned my efforts towards the aesthetic. Read: my walls are totally blank.
Last week, my office mate introduced me to this great website, 20x200. The site offers high quality prints from emerging artists for as little as $20. Each week 2 new pieces are introduced (one photograph and one work on paper). 200 limited edition pieces are printed and sold for $20 (hence the name!). You can buy bigger prints for $50 - $2000. Here are a few of my favorites.
First of all, congrats to all of my friends who recently found out that they passed the [New York], [Massachusetts], [insert state] bar! My life these days is filled with work, fixing up my apartment, more work, more fixing up my apartment, some food, some sleep, and repeat. This schedule probably sounds familiar to many of you who recently moved to start a new job. I've pretty much taken care of the necessities (couch delivery next week!) so have turned my efforts towards the aesthetic. Read: my walls are totally blank.
Last week, my office mate introduced me to this great website, 20x200. The site offers high quality prints from emerging artists for as little as $20. Each week 2 new pieces are introduced (one photograph and one work on paper). 200 limited edition pieces are printed and sold for $20 (hence the name!). You can buy bigger prints for $50 - $2000. Here are a few of my favorites.
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Travel Inspiration: Greece
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Stop 3: Greece
To Do: Rent an ATV and cruise around the Greek Isle of your choice, stopping in picturesque villages and ancient temples. Finish the day with a late dinner and drinks at Tropical in Fira, Santorini. The view is to die for and the American music is a welcome change from the constant techno beat that can be found pumping through every island, day or night.
To Eat: Greek salad (which we ate at every meal), Mykonian sausage, Mousaka, and grilled octopus. Yum!
To Wear: The Greek Isles are all about cool breezes, crisp colors, and luxury fit for the fabulously chic. Below is an outfit that will last you through all of those late night parties.
Stop 3: Greece
To Do: Rent an ATV and cruise around the Greek Isle of your choice, stopping in picturesque villages and ancient temples. Finish the day with a late dinner and drinks at Tropical in Fira, Santorini. The view is to die for and the American music is a welcome change from the constant techno beat that can be found pumping through every island, day or night.
To Eat: Greek salad (which we ate at every meal), Mykonian sausage, Mousaka, and grilled octopus. Yum!
To Wear: The Greek Isles are all about cool breezes, crisp colors, and luxury fit for the fabulously chic. Below is an outfit that will last you through all of those late night parties.
The Crimson Issue?
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Hello from Kansas City! I'm writing you from a cozy little coffee shop called Latteland in the Plaza area of KC. Being in the Midwest with one week to go before I start work has led me to reminisce about school, which in turn reminded me of this article Sarah's boyfriend sent me a while back. I know there's at least one of you out there (you know who you are, you yellow shirt, teal shorts wearing, bracelet matching, you) who likes her men dressed like this:
Hello from Kansas City! I'm writing you from a cozy little coffee shop called Latteland in the Plaza area of KC. Being in the Midwest with one week to go before I start work has led me to reminisce about school, which in turn reminded me of this article Sarah's boyfriend sent me a while back. I know there's at least one of you out there (you know who you are, you yellow shirt, teal shorts wearing, bracelet matching, you) who likes her men dressed like this:
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