Washable Workwear Wednesday: Slim Perfect Bodysuit in Chambray
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Hmm, OK, hear me out on this one. I am a big fan of the tucked-in shirt. In the mid-2000s when fashion belts were hugely in style, I was in heaven. Granted, this style definitely worked better for my pre-childbearing figure, but it still has a special place in my heart. All this is to say, I wish more companies would offer a button-down shirt in a bodysuit style. I can see how it could be tough to get the fit right so that the tuck looks neat, but I love the concept. I like how this particular version from J.Crew is chambray, collarless, and has long cuffs to make it a little less conservative. I would style it with my favorite pair of black work pants, colorful earrings, and of course, a belt. It’s on sale for $29.99, marked down from $78. Slim Perfect Bodysuit in Chambray
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Sales of note for 5/1/25
(See all of the latest workwear sales at Corporette!)
- Nordstrom – 20% off select Dyson hair tools with code + select clothes, shoes & more up to 50% off
- Ann Taylor – Friends of Ann Event: 30% off your entire purchase, including new arrivals (ends 5/4) + 40% off 1 full-price item (5/1 only)
- Banana Republic Factory – 40-60% everything + extra 25% off
- Eloquii – Extra 50% off all sale + $19 & up spring sale
- J.Crew – Up to 50% off must-have styles + up to extra 60% off sale styles
- J.Crew Factory – Up to 60% off everything + extra 60% off clearance
- M.M.LaFleur – Up to 25% off almost everything. Try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off
- Spanx – Lots of workwear on sale, some up to 70% off
- Talbots – $20+ select favorites + 40% off 1 regular-price item + 30% off everything else
And — here are some of our latest threadjacks of interest – working mom questions asked by the commenters!!
- The concept of “backup care” is so stupid…
- I need tips on managing employees in BigLaw who have to leave for daycare pickup…
- I’m thinking of leaning out to spend more time with my family – how can I find the perfect job for that?
- I’m now a SAHM and my husband needs to step up…
- How can I change my thinking to better recognize some of my husband’s contributions as important, like organizing the shed?
- What are your tips to having a good weekend with kids, especially with little kids? Do you have a set routine or plan?
Thank you KateMiddletown. That’s what sucks. I would take making $50k to work 60% of 40 hours, so 75% paycut for 40% fewer hours, but those jobs just do not exist without networking and luck.
You’re totally allowed to have your own “is this worth it” equation. 9-5 and $200K for you might not be worth it if you desire more flexibility. Unfortunately finding 50% pay for 50% time usually doesn’t exist – if you want to make a nice salary vs being hourly, you’ll have to do 9-5 until you make yourself irreplaceable (but it sounds like your boss feels you are so you might have some room to negotiate.)
I saw this post late, but wanted to add my opinion (because it is pretty strong on this topic) – but as an east coast native, if it is an option, I highly suggest flying into Newark instead of JFK/LGA if your end destination is in fact NYC. Public transport to Penn is quick/easy from Newark (literally 15 minutes) and I always found it easier and quicker than either taking the E or the LIRR back from JFK. A cab can also be just as easy and cost saving as LGA (if you dont go during rush hour). Also, LGA has a lot of construction right now and the terminals are generally more disgusting than usual. The traffic patterns are also pretty scattered because of the construction and I avoid it like the plague when I fly back home because of this. Hope this is helpful.
1. Turned 28 just last month.
2. biglaw hours (so 9:30 – whatever), commute is about 1 hour 15 min when I drop off the baby in the morning and 45 min when I take the cab back home at night.
3. Income: 220k (hopefully getting bonus this year)
4. Like my coworkers a lot (much more than my old firm) and income helps. Dislike: still junior ish so sometimes have to do really boring work that no on else wants to do. But that is only about 20% of my life at the moment
Asking a very weird question, can people that are comfortable post their age range, their hours worked (including commute), annual income (including any bonus), and what they like/dislike about their jobs?
I need some perspective on whether what I have is good or I need a change and I know there are a million other things that can go into this, but hopefully this will give me an idea.
I’ll go first:
1) 25-35 years of age
2) Work 9 to 5:10 pm (including commute), and 9 to 4:10 pm on Friday’s
3) Make $200k
4) Like team, income, hours. Dislike: actual work is so boring
I had forgotten that in the medical community it is apparently acceptable to close the office for lunch from 12-2ish, precisely when this working mom tries to call to schedule appointments. Oh, if only my law office closed for a 2-hour lunch every day! Rant over.
Baby is one week old. Unlike baby’s older brother, baby refuses to sleep on his back or in his bassinet — I guess I knew this baby couldn’t be as good a sleeper as our first baby, but assumed that would be related to duration rather than position! Is this something we DO something about, or just wait?? Right now baby loves to sleep on people, slept 3 hours when I gave up and put him face down next to me in bed (will not be repeated), and will sleep 20-45 minutes in a rock n play at night (way longer during the day). RnP is supposed to be a SIDS risk so I’d rather we not get into that habit, but at this point it might be the least risky option — I just don’t feel safe holding him while I’m sleeping (even if I could fall asleep in the glider, which I can’t), so no one is getting any sleep right now. What I remember from baby #1 is that most of the time when I thought we needed to “address” a problem the answer was just to wait a few weeks/months, and I know he’s only one week old, but… is there anything we can do to get more sleep????
Can I ask a TMI question? What constitutes constipation in babies – is it just not going or does it have to be accompanied by other symptoms? We gave my previously EBF baby her first solid on Sunday morning (infant cereal). She used to poop every day, would sometimes skip one day, but as far as I can recall has never gone two straight days without pooping. She hasn’t pooped since she had the cereal (last poop was Saturday) and I started googling it and found all this stuff about how cereal is very constipating, so now I’m worried. But she doesn’t seem unhappy at all and her belly is soft, so I’m not sure. Is this a situation where I should call the doctor?
I’ve been happy with this dress from J Crew Factory: https://factory.jcrew.com/p/womens-clothing/dresses/wear_to_workdresses/sheath-dress/J4614?color_name=hthr-graphite
What are your favorite workwear clothes at $100 or less?
Do you have a favorite sit-stand stroller? I have a 1 year old and a 4 year old and the 4 year old gets tired on long walks sometimes. We do lots of city walking and need something compact. Any recs?
Coming to you all for advice, support, whatever you can give me. I became a widow two weeks ago…and I am also 11 weeks pregnant with my first child. My husband had a heart attack at age 30…no signs, no symptoms, nothing. This baby is very much a blessing, and I really am excited….but how do you single parent alone? I know I won’t ever be alone, but you still feel somewhat alone…any other single parents, can you help me figure out how to do this?
We’re in desperate need of a new vehicle. We live downtown so don’t drive daily, but the 90s era Honda is on its last legs. We’re considering CRV, Fit, Prius V, Subaru Crosstrek – but we’re in he very early stages. Any thoughts? Anyone have a great or terrible experience? We have a toddler, but hope to have 1 or 2 more. And we like to buy a car approximately once every 10-15 years ;)
X-posting from regular site:
I recently took on an executive position and cannot handle as much home stuff anymore. So…I’ve hired a college student for 20 hours a week. She is going to do daycare drop off, but I’m trying to think of other things I can offload right now. The list is currently – grocery shopping, misc errands, some meal planning, light clean up. Anybody have any creative ideas of what you would get off of your plate if you were in my situation?
This question has been asked before but having issues on search on this site, as always. We have two kids and are expecting a third and want to go ahead and get a third (larger) car. We’ll have a nanny who will be the primary driver on weekdays and I want her to feel comfortable driving it. My husband is anti-minivan, but could probably come around if I pushed really hard.
We’re planning to go check out: Toyota Highlander (captains chairs), Honda Odyssey, Chevy Traverse, VW Atlas, and probably an Acura this weekend. Hoping to buy lightly used, but may even try to lease?
Anyone have a family car they love that we’re missing? Should we really just lean in on the minivan thing? We’re in Texas so parking and things aren’t as much of an issue.