The RSP has totally geeked itself out lately and has gotten really into website building/design. Alas, its first non-RSP site launched today. The site? www.MeredithMcBrearty.com - showcasing the interior design portfolio and talent of savvy entrepreneur and dear friend of the RSP, Meredith McBrearty. Let's just say that the RSP is BEAMing with pride both for McBrearty and our own technological accomplishments (selfish). [Read More]

Since its inception, the RSP has had a love hate relationship with Facebook. Likes: reconnecting with complete blast from the pasts, being notified when to wish my roladex Happy Birthday, and tons of storage for photosharing capabilities. Thanks Facebook. Dislikes: Unwelcomed tagging/wall comments, the broken heart icon (TMI), and Farmville. No Thanks Facebook.

After an enraging article (err mostly pictures) that spread throughout much of the NYC finance community on Tuesday, [Read More]

Meet Bay Area veteran, entrepreneur, and image consultant Micki Turner. Micki has a unique gift for helping clients build THE perfect wardrobe--selecting pieces that project a client's confidence, personal point of view, sophistication, and awareness to one's environment. Her expertise and "less is more attitude" is mobile to boot. Check out Micki's most recent tips for packing for the road (above) from Elizabeth Carr's Bay Area Blog, Mission closet.

In addition to the above tips, Micki also says: [Read More]

Its official. The dear friend of the RSP, Evelyn Stevens, is out of control. She just keeps winning. Deservedly so, Evie Mania has struck. Note: The RSP recognizes that it is sad that it took a full page article in this month's Vogue to prompt this post (The RSP has already bought 10 copies.....page 150 folks.....we suggest you do the same!) but cough it up as an example of our ignorance re: the sport of cycling.

In order to do our part to spread the word about this incredible female individual, the RSP has collected the following media images detailing the highlights of her success since trading in her business suit for spandex. [Read More]

When I was in San Francisco a few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of having a meeting with fellow blogger and advocate for women in the workplace, Alicia Morga. Former venture capitalist, attorney, PE investment professional, IBanker, entrepreneur and CEO, Alicia Morga has found success time and time again in male-dominated professions. Now full-time blogger and author of www.AliciaMorga.com, Alicia is full of pearls of wisdom for tackling the business world and navigating life. 

Example given. Alicia just recently posted an article on perfecting the art of public speaking to a small group. The RSP has selected 8 of Alicia's "How to Speak: Speech Skills" as suggestions to incorporate into your office toolkit: [Read More]

Happy Fourth of July RSPers. 

Perhaps it was the massive fashion magazine catch up sesh or influx of American-ness (fireworks, boating, chowing down on a feast of good 'ole home cooking, and spending time with great friends) but one topic kept coming up in conversation over the course of this Fourth of July weekend--the American Woman: Fashioning a National Identity exhibit.

Running through August 15th at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, the American Woman exhibit is the Costume Institute's portrayal of the developing perceptions of the American woman from 1890 to 1940. Through dress, the Costume Institute breaks up the stages of the 1890s to 1940s American woman into six categories: 1) The Heiress, 2) The Gibson Girl, 3) The Bohemian, 4) The Suffragist, 5) The Patriot, and 6) The Flapper and the Screen Siren. 

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Moving west in our RSP Summer Friday Getaway series, the next stop is a place that will always be very near and dear to the RSP's heart---Austin, Texas.  Nestled on the Hill Country border, Austin is the capital of the great state of Texas and all things live music, outdoor sports, and queso.  Sporting an infectious state of mind that is relaxed, welcoming, and non-traditional, this "town" is a convenient, affordable destination for a summer weekend getaway. [Read More]

The RSP had the pleasure of dining at one of its all time fav NYC lunch spots the other day--Fig + Olive on 5th avenue. While I was there, I had my favorite Sartorialist moment of 2010 to date. There was a girl wearing a simple black shift dress, a vintage black alligator belt cinched at her waist accented with a gold buckle, black ballet flats, and a black tote with gold accents. I thought it might be a little creepy if I went full on Sartorialist on her and took a photo, so instead I recreated the outfit to the best of my ability below - compliments of the RSP's mom's Vintage Judith Leiber Belt (which I have been lusting after since birth.) [Read More]

Meet the RSP's other sister and dear friend Alex.  Alex—a firecracker from Pennsylvania with a love for ballet flats and all things French Provence—has mastered something very near and dear to every female's heart, the closet. An immaculate space organized by color and clothing item, Alex's closet is both an NYC institution and tourist attraction (see above photo).

Women seeking nuggets of closet organization inspiration, please find some pearls of Alex's wisdom below that the RSP has picked up over the years: [Read More]

So I just got back from seeing Sex and the City 2 (I know, I know...late to the game). Takeaway: Patricia Field's styles are just as good, if not better, than ever -- especially in the jewelry department. While I am extremely jealous that I have no reason to buy the majority of the clothes in Sex and the City 2 --believe it or not, I have no pressing need for a GaGa-esque red shift dress with silver spiked shoulder pads --I have decided that I should spice up my life and wardrobe with something showcased throughout the entire film: big, chunky, accent jewelry. [Read More]

So Apple came out with the iPhone 4 yesterday and the RSP is having major phone envy. Compared to its 3G and 1G relatives, the iPhone 4 is faster, more powerful, and easier to use. Some highlights of its new features are its two cameras for video chatting, a sharper retina display and a screen made of this crazy glass material that is more durable, clear, and scratch resistant. *Sigh. A proponent of not switching to newer tech-models until absolutely necessary, I guess I am stuck with my trusty 3G until it suffers a life terminating drop or falls into the toilet or something. [Read More]

The blogging brainchild of office furniture designer Herman Miller, Lifework is the ultimate catch-all site for office inspiration. From random office doo-dads that you don't really need but absolutely must have to a closer look into all things office from some of the world's most talented design minds, Lifework has it all. The site even has a post highlighting the ever chic red Swingline stapler (if that isn't instant street cred, I am not sure what is). [Read More]

After living in the New Hampshire wilderness for four years, the RSP has grown to have a deep appreciation for all things online shopping. As such, I thought I had struck gold 10 years ago when British entrepreneur and fashionista Natalie Massenet launched her online shopping mecca net-a-porter.com. In addition to its chic designer brands and clean interface, net-a-porter (with the help of shipping giant DSL) has the best customer service and delivery experience that the RSP has ever encountered. [Read More]

I was fortunate enough to grow up with a mom who is a true champion of all things laundry room (Note: She even ironed and pressed my soccer T-shirts so that I always looked my best!). Despite the odds that I would inherit this useful domestic skill, I was at my core a laundry room delinquent.

The RSP did what most newly minted professionals in New York City do upon entering the working world --- I sent ALL my clothes to the wash and fold and dry cleaners. After six or seven trips to the dry cleaners, I was disgusted that my go-to white work shirts had yellowed...[Read More]

Face it, computers occasionally poop out.  As such, we must protect our modern day electronic rolodexes (CRM, OUTLOOK address books, etc) from the wraths of evil Error Shut-Down Boxes (PCs) and Sad Mac Icons (Macs) harbingering forthcoming lost files. Solution? Hardcopies. [Read More]

The following post is dedicated to loyal RSP fans and Queens of the Beach: Leslie, Lindsey, Patti, Lauren O., Meredith, and Felicia.

For all you Southerners out there, Seaside is the perfect summer destination to beat the heat and get away. Located on the Florida panhandle along the scenic Highway 30A, Seaside has the white-est of white sand beaches, architecturally recognized cottages, and a community that champions a step back in time. With Southwest airlines now flying into Panama City Beach Airport (opens late May!), this gem of a location is now both easily accessible by car and plane.

The following post pays tributes to the RSP favs from this summer hot spot, suggests what to wear, what to bring, and where to go: [Read More]

Everyone needs an elevator pitch. So named because it should last no longer than the duration of the average elevator ride, the elevator pitch is being able to speak to the highlights of your business contribution or describe what you want in 30 seconds or less. Chance works in mysterious ways.  You never know when that key influencer or boss will have a few moments to hear what you have to say. Be it for landing your next job or for drawing attention to your value in your current work situation, you always need to armed with a fresh elevator pitch.... [Read More]

There is something about the narrow window of time between Memorial Day and Labor Day that adds a premium to sporting our summer whites. Whites not only go with anything but look especially great with a tan and gold accents. Shoes and handbags are great ways to achieve your white fix. They are easy to keep clean and can get more milage for their price. [Read More]

Be it for job prospecting or landing a new client, sometimes we She-Office Ninjas have to send an email out into the abyss. We cross our fingers, hope for the best, and then watch our inboxes for that coveted response.

Cold emails are a shot in the dark. A stranger’s name popping up in a business professional’s inbox can be seen as intrusive of his or her home turf. Nonetheless, the RSP suggests the following tactics to increase one’s chances of turning a cold email into a successful conversation [Read More]