Finding the perfect ensemble for a special day just became effortless with the latest Debenhams wedding guest dresses for women. This season’s trending collection focuses on luxurious textures and sophisticated silhouettes, ranging from shimmering gold foil accents to romantic floral burnouts. Whether you are attending a formal black-tie affair or a breezy garden ceremony, these curated pieces from brands like Coast, Oasis, and Double Second offer a masterclass in guest dressing. Explore a palette of deep navies, soft ivories, and vibrant florals designed to make a lasting impression.

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Spring has officially arrived at Kilkenny Design, and the Kilkenny Design women’s spring clothing collection showcases a vibrant blend of heritage brands and contemporary Irish style. This season’s arrivals focus on effortless layering, botanical prints, and a refreshing palette of Blue Sage, Rose Violet, and soft pink tones.

The Kilkenny Design women’s spring clothing collection features versatile styles for every occasion. Whether you are looking for the weather-ready durability of Barbour, the artistic prints of White Stuff and Seasalt, or the timeless tailoring of the Kilkenny Design own label, there is something to suit every preference.

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Tia Wide Leg Full Length Jeans – Natural White

Deveron Quilted Jacket – Blue Sage/Olive

Lulu Button Cardigan – Light Blue

Lyndale T-Shirt – Spearmint Multi

Nicole Linen Blend Top – Ivory Print

Nelly Notch Neck Print Tee – Navy Multi

Nimbuselle Jacket – Peyote

Nimbuselle Jacket – Cayenne

Naiad Jacket – Castor Grey

Naiad Jacket – Rose Violet

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Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices.

I’m always a little bit nervous about front pleats on pants, skirts, dresses, or anything else, but for some reason, it looks like this dress from Donna Karan just works. The pleats add some shape without adding volume, and the belt really pulls it all together. Add a fun shoe and you’ve got yourself a lovely spring-y look. 

The dress is $159 at Nordstrom and comes in sizes 2-14. 

Sales of note for 3/20:

• Nordstrom – Spring saving event, save up to 25% off! Lots of nice options from Vince, Veronica Beard, Reiss, Boss, and M.M.LaFleur. For weekend, lots of clothes from Sanctuary, Kut from the Kloth, Frame, Paige, Zella, and Barefoot Dreams. (Ooh, also some good Clare V bags in the sale.)
• Ann Taylor – The Suit Yourself Event! 25% off suiting + 25% off tops & sweaters
• Banana Republic Factory – Up to 50% off + extra 20% off
• Bloomingdale’s – Friends & Family, take 25% off. Beauty treats $20 off every $150.
• Boden – Sale! Up to 50% off + extra 15% off
• Brooklinen – Friends & Family sale, enjoy 20% off sitewide and up to 50% off select bundles (ends 3/22)
• Brooks Brothers – Clearance up to 60% off
• Elie Tahari – Try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off.
• Express – 30-70% off everything (Editor pants for $69!)
• J.Crew – 30% off dresses, suiting & accessories
• J.Crew Factory – Up to 60% off everything, extra 50% off clearance
• Macy’s – VIP Sale + 15% off beauty & fragrance
• M.M.LaFleur – Private sale, new styles added — you can also try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off
• Mango – 30% off everything
• RŌZ – Friends & Family sale! Kat likes this hair mask/oil.
• Saks OFF5TH – Liquidation sale, up to 80% off! Everything final sale, ends 3/23
• Shopbop – Lots on sale, up to 60% off
• Splendid – 30% off sitewide
• Talbots – 25%-30% off dresses, accessories, shoes and more

Althea Mink is more than a fashion brand—it is a reflection of legacy, resilience, and intentional design. Founded by Patrice Taylor aka @Ritchie_AltheaMink, the Atlanta-based couture house draws its name and spirit from Patrice’s great-grandmother, Althea, a Portuguese immigrant who worked for the United States Government Printing Office in Washington, D.C. Taylor remembers her as a woman of presence and discipline, someone who approached life with elegance and strength.

One of Taylor’s earliest memories would later define the brand’s identity. “Whenever she put on her white mink coat and matching hat, she transformed—standing taller, walking with purpose.” That visual imprint of confidence in motion became the emotional foundation of Althea Mink. Even childhood discipline played a role in shaping her eye; being tasked with assisting in ordering church suits from catalogs sparked an early fascination with presentation and detail.

Though Taylor initially pursued music—taking singing, piano, and dance lessons—fashion surfaced early as a leadership outlet. At just ten years old, she organized and directed a church fashion show, designing and styling the looks herself. What others labeled as “bossy” revealed itself as creative direction and vision.

After the passing of her great-grandmother in 2016, Taylor experienced a season of grief that ultimately redirected her purpose. “I realized I needed to create something meaningful—something that would restore my sense of purpose and joy.” She began sewing consistently, eventually opening a store in a Maryland mall and formally launching Althea Mink. Without formal training or business mentorship, she encountered significant growing pains, leading to a pivotal decision in 2020 to relocate to Atlanta and rebuild from the ground up. “I did not have all the answers, but I had faith and conviction that this move was part of a greater purpose.”

Atlanta’s bold aesthetic aligned with her design philosophy. Althea Mink specializes in high-end couture inspired by international runway fashion, reimagined for women of all shapes and sizes. Taylor’s silhouettes are informed by architecture and sculpture, emphasizing structure and stature. “I create garments with structure and stature—pieces that stand tall,” she explains, highlighting her approach to dimension and form.

The Althea Mink woman is deliberate in her presence. She is confident, ambitious, and expressive without apology. As Taylor describes it, “Her presence commands attention without saying a word.” The garments are meant to amplify inner confidence rather than manufacture it.

Financial limitations have been among Taylor’s greatest challenges. Building an independent fashion house requires sustained capital for materials, labor, and visibility. “Often, I would invest in fabric with the hope that one sale would fund the next creation.” Over time, she learned to balance artistic integrity with commercial sustainability, finding a rhythm between couture and accessible luxury ready-to-wear pieces, typically priced between $400 and $2,000. Her intention is clear: luxury should feel attainable while maintaining craftsmanship and quality.

Resilience is woven into the seams of the brand. Taylor has spoken openly about personal hardship and how those experiences shaped her understanding of clothing as protection and expression. “Style is more than appearance—it is armor, identity, and empowerment.” For her, garments communicate strength before words are spoken.

Her upcoming spring and summer collection continues that narrative, drawing inspiration from global art and architecture to create immersive, transportive fashion moments. “Fashion should create a moment, a memory, and a sense of escape,” she says, reinforcing her belief that clothing can elevate experience.

Looking ahead, Taylor envisions Althea Mink on international red carpets, in major publications, and eventually operating from a Paris atelier. The long-term goal is global recognition as a respected couture house rooted in leadership, boldness, and uncompromising design.

At its core, Althea Mink is a testament to building with intention—and, as Taylor affirms, always doing it in style.

Follow Patrice at @Ritchie_AltheaMink, follow her brand @AltheaMink and learn more at AltheaMink.com.

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This Korean skincare set from Sephora caught my eye a few weeks ago when it was only a pre-order… but it’s available for sale now.

Everyone raves about Korean skincare but it can be hard to find in the US if you only want to order from authorized retailers… I’m pretty sure Sephora fits the bill.

This set is a mix of cleansers, moisturizers, treatments, and a face mask to help you elevate your skincare routine. I’ve particularly heard great things abou the Beauty of Joseon sunscreens, the brightening sleeping mask, and the innisfree hyaluronic cream.

The kit is $35, which feels like a great price for an intro intro to the field — it’s allegedly a $110 value.

Sales of note for 3/20:

• Nordstrom – Spring saving event, save up to 25% off! Lots of nice options from Vince, Veronica Beard, Reiss, Boss, and M.M.LaFleur. For weekend, lots of clothes from Sanctuary, Kut from the Kloth, Frame, Paige, Zella, and Barefoot Dreams. (Ooh, also some good Clare V bags in the sale.)
• Ann Taylor – The Suit Yourself Event! 25% off suiting + 25% off tops & sweaters
• Banana Republic Factory – Up to 50% off + extra 20% off
• Bloomingdale’s – Friends & Family, take 25% off. Beauty treats $20 off every $150.
• Boden – Sale! Up to 50% off + extra 15% off
• Brooklinen – Friends & Family sale, enjoy 20% off sitewide and up to 50% off select bundles (ends 3/22)
• Brooks Brothers – Clearance up to 60% off
• Elie Tahari – Try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off.
• Express – 30-70% off everything (Editor pants for $69!)
• J.Crew – 30% off dresses, suiting & accessories
• J.Crew Factory – Up to 60% off everything, extra 50% off clearance
• Macy’s – VIP Sale + 15% off beauty & fragrance
• M.M.LaFleur – Private sale, new styles added — you can also try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off
• Mango – 30% off everything
• RŌZ – Friends & Family sale! Kat likes this hair mask/oil.
• Saks OFF5TH – Liquidation sale, up to 80% off! Everything final sale, ends 3/23
• Shopbop – Lots on sale, up to 60% off
• Splendid – 30% off sitewide
• Talbots – 25%-30% off dresses, accessories, shoes and more

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I was looking back on some of Corporette’s early hits the other day and reflecting on how different the world is today. One of the first ones that came to mind was a reader question on what she should wear while laid off and looking. I started wondering: in 2026, does it matter what you wear when you’re laid off and looking? Beyond what you’re wearing — does it matter how you comport yourself, at all?

The original query: a laid off Silicon Valley executive had run into a colleague at the grocery store looking a bit schlubby (outfit above, much of it sourced from her son’s closet), and she was wondering what else she should have been wearing.

My advice at the time: I suggested she burn the scrunchie, then told her she should be wearing jeans, a simple tee, and a blazer.

What I’d say in 2026: I still think jeans and a blazer are a fine look, to be honest, but let’s face it, a lot of people aren’t wearing that these days. What if she had met her colleague at the supermarket and she was wearing a Spanx set? Workout clothes? Literal gardening clothes with dirt on them?

I don’t think any of us would really balk if we saw a colleague wearing that outfit. I still wouldn’t want to see, say, an older man I’d worked with in too-tight, too-short shorts, or someone in a clubbing outfit at 7 AM, but otherwise… it’s hard to imagine.

Then I started thinking about all the other ways we “see” former colleagues now — in online forums and on text messages, as well as shared stomping grounds like a local grocery store. Does any of it matter now? My old advice would have been to not express personal opinions! Certainly not strong ones on religion or politics! For God’s sake don’t be racist or homophobic!

That said… a lot of the former lines in the sand for general comportment have gone out the window thanks to the blowback to cancellation culture.

What are your thoughts, readers — is there anything a former colleague could wear, say or do that would make them unhireable or even undesirable assuming you know the right people and have the right pedigree?

Psst: Fun fact: I had dinner with the original writer, Lisa, a year or two later while in town for a conference and still think of our dinner fondly — and it’s hard to believe any outfit would have turned former coworkers off because she’s just one of those people who genuinely seems smart and funny and eminently capable. She’s still blogging today!