Banana Republic Factory has gotten a few recent shout-outs in the comments for having a flattering selection at a decent price-to-quality ratio. After perusing the site, there were definitely a few things that tempted me. One item is this machine washable herringbone pencil skirt. I like the unique teal color and that the herringbone print…

This is a classic cotton shirtdress, but I like how some of the elements elevate it from being too basic. I like the oversized tie at the waist and the generous cut of the skirt. On the model wearing navy, the sleeves look three-quarter length, but on the little video of the model wearing the…

Occasionally I’ll browse the website of a brand that skews more towards a youthful or trendy aesthetic to see if there’s anything available that can cross over to the professional workwear realm. I think this top is something that hits that mark for me. It looks like a combo of a blazer and wrap top,…

To me, the hardest type of weather to dress for is when it is raining but still warm out. You want to wear a jacket to keep your outfit dry, but you don’t want to sweat inside the coat. Another complication is that I often have to wear a blazer because I am going to…

This is a beautiful top. I love the color combination, the floral print, and the cut. I like that you can either wrap the tie around your waist for a more defined look, or tie it in a bow on the side for a more draped waistline. The wrap style is convenient for nursing, and…