Think about how much effort we all put into our weekly wardrobe. There is the
nightly planning session, the countless skirt and shirt combos, the endless
heel height possibilities, hair up or down, the list goes on. Somehow, we manage
to leave our front door every morning feeling stylish, put together, and ready
for the day. And then what? We arrive at a drab, colorless office that has absolutely
no personality. How is a fabulous soul such as yourself expected to perform
under these conditions? Well, as usual, we're here to make sure you're fashionably
equipped, even at the office.
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Sophisticated and classy, the Vintage
Peacoat from Tulle has a beautifully
tailored fit. An essential for any professional woman's wardrobe, this
stylish coat easily transitions between day and night.
The key to efficiency is organization, so stay on top of your
game by getting your desk in order. As easy as it is to fall
victim to the "throw it on the pile" syndrome, that system almost
guarantees you'll lose an urgent document among the shuffle.
So, first things first, files should be kept in file folders
and, believe it or not, there are actually more exciting options
than humdrum manila. Take these refreshingly creative versions
by Cavallini & Co.
Carry these beautiful folders around the office or back and forth
from home in a very functional yet stylish, lightweight File
Tote that opens up into eight expandable sections for easy
access. Some might prefer to keep everything in one old fashioned
3-ring binder, which is fine by us -- just make sure to choose
one with a little flair. A patterned, fabric-covered binder
by Pulp can fashionably hold months worth of paperwork.
As for receipts, bills and letter openers, toss them in this
cute enamel "Essentials" Holder that can be mounted up on the wall or sit nicely
on your desk. And if you'd like to save that morning newspaper
or magazine, place it neatly in a Pandan
Newspaper Bin instead of trying to shove it back in your
purse. What to do with those unwanted papers? That's easy enough.
Just get a wastepaper basket, preferably a gorgeous decoupage one
that's customizable with your initials.
.:Be On Time :.
3-Way Notepad
$11 @ OrganizedLiving.com
Organizing your time is just as important as organizing your
desk. The best way to remember all of the things you have to
do is to keep a running list, so why not jot down everything
in a 3-Way
Notepad, conveniently divided into "home", "work", and "play." If
you prefer a more conventional planner, there is always the 8
Days A-Week Journal. That's right, eight days: Monday
through Sunday, plus "Someday," that theoretical day you plan
to do everything else.
Display the days of the month elegantly with a Snow & Graham
Desk Calendar. The set of monthly cards feature their
signature botanical designs that continue onto the back of
each card and can double as little squares of art if you choose
to frame them.
A long day at work merits a few moments of clock-watching. Leave it to the MoMA
Design Store to offer this clever World
Time Clock -- roll the clock onto any of its twelve sides to find the time
in twenty-four major cities. If your interests do not include the opening hour
of the stock market in Beijing, this artsy timepiece will at least let you know
when it is getting close to Martini
Time.
.:Geek Chic :.
USB Cafe Pad
$19 @ PerpetualKid.com
It is probably safe to say that your company's set of computer
systems bears little resemblance to the style and sleekness of
an Apple Store. However, there are still ways to make your workstation
fun.
The first thing most of us do when we sit down in our office
is drink a cup of coffee. The tech geniuses outdid themselves
with inventive USB powered devices like this Café Pad that
actually heats drinks at your desk. Just plug it into your computer,
turn on the power switch, and enjoy a hot mug. But be sure to
save your other USB port for a retro-looking flexible
lamp. And your old flash drive doesn't have to feel left
out. This one from Digital Era is so girly, it could pass for
a tube of lipstick.
If you work from your laptop, deck it out with a cool daisy
skin or a bight poppy
sleeve. There are quite a few stylish
laptop bags out
there, but this Mina
bag is all the quilted, sequined trendiness you could
ask for with other important qualities like durability, sufficient
padding, and waterproof nylon fabric.
.:Etcetera, Etcetera :.
Digital Picture Frame
$133 @ Amazon.com
A few important etceteras not be overlooked:
Having photos around you of friends, family, and the fabulous
places you've vacationed can help to remind you why it is you're
working so hard. (No, it's not just to pay off your shopping
bills ). A digital
picture frame gives you the benefit of displaying fifty
of your favorite photos, without the clutter of a million frames
on your desk.
A Zen garden looks chic and can help reduce stress by clearing
your mind. This Deluxe
Zen Garden from Office Playground even comes with a Book
of Meditations for achieving inner peace.
Humorous office supplies are worth the little extra cash if
they can bring a smile to your face during the day, like these
far from generic emoticon
clips. Check out the " ...oops!" eraser
and the crumpled up paper paperweight.
And every girl should have a mini toolbox at the office. Not
stocked with hammers, though, these Minor
Emergency Kits from See Jane Work have everything you'll
need to resolve a fashion crisis. With one for sewing and one
for first aid, these pouches are tiny enough to fit in your purse
and cheap enough ($5.95) to have in the car, in the home, and
in the desk drawer.
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