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What to pack for a 4 day business trip: Summer

a box on a bed

Like I mentioned last week, and as you may have noticed yourself, it is hot. Too hot to travel in long pants! In the spring, and even early summer, I can wear slacks to work and be comfortable (see my packing list from April). But for some reason, it’s harder for me to stay cool…

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Patterned skirts. Oh my!

a woman's outfit with a skirt and a purse

Over the past couple of years, I have made an effort to introduce more patterns into my wardrobe. Of course, shirts are the easiest place to add interest. Thanks to the inspiration of blogs like Corporette my upper-body wardrobe has slowly been evolving. However, I’ve decided it’s time to move to the next level in…

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Business Travel Wardrobe on a Budget

a black dress on a mannequin

It’s happened to so many of us. You’ve landed a job right out of school, and realized you can’t wear yoga pants and tee-shirts to work. Or you just had a baby and need a transitional wardrobe until your old clothes fit you again. Or (as happened to one unfortunate person on a message board…

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What to Wear to the Airport: Navy!!

a woman in a dress

I have a new obsession, and its name is navy. Beautiful, beautiful navy. Three months ago I would never have believed that the pants I am drawn to all the time are navy pinstripes. Sounds stuffy! Boring! But three months ago I was wrong. Everything changed at a bridal shower for a friend. Now, a…

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My Summer Business Travel Capsule Wardrobe

a short grey skirt with a belt

This summer, it has been really, really hot in Texas and other parts of the country. This has made getting dressed for work kind of tricky. How do you look professional yet stay cool? How do you walk that fine line between fashionable professional woman and church lady? I have struggled with this since May,…

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Building a Business Travel Wardrobe: The Dress

a woman in a black dress

Building a Business Travel Wardrobe is a new series here on Road Warriorette. The focus will be on the key pieces a woman needs to build a wardrobe that is ideal for travel. Based on the “capsule” wardrobe model, each week will feature an item that is professional, stylish, and that travels well. A dress…

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Building a Business Travel Wardrobe: Business Casual

a woman in a brown blouse and grey pants

Building a Business Travel Wardrobe is a new series here on Road Warriorette. The focus will be on the key pieces a woman needs to build a wardrobe that is ideal for travel. Based on the “capsule” wardrobe model, each week will feature an item that is professional, stylish, and that travels well. Finding fabulous…

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Building a Business Travel Wardrobe: The Suit

a woman in a black suit

Building a Business Travel Wardrobe is a new series here on Road Warriorette. The focus will be on the key pieces a woman needs to build a wardrobe that is ideal for travel. Based on the “capsule” wardrobe model, each week will feature an item that is professional, stylish, and that travels well. When building…

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What to Wear to the Airport: Blouse and Cardi from Ann Taylor

a woman in a blue cardigan

It’s Friday!! And you know what that means….. I get to write about clothes! I love Friday. Earlier this week, an old friend asked for help on an outfit. “I’m doing a presentation, and I’m so tired of slacks and button-downs! What can I wear instead that’s professional, comfortable, and really cute?” Road Warriorette to…

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What To Wear To the Airport: Sweaters!!

a woman wearing a blue cardigan and necklace

Looking over my posts from the last couple of weeks, one could reasonably guess that I am looking forward to fall. One would be right. September is the time in Texas when you know that fall is coming, and so have to balance the desire to wear sweaters and boots against temperatures that still are…

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