Weekend Open Thread
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I’m always on the hunt for comfortable travel pants that don’t look like pajamas.
These breathable, 100% cotton pants might be exactly what I am looking for. The textured fabric hides wrinkles, while the on-seam and back pockets are perfect for holding things like ticket stubs and hotel keycards. The grosgrain drawstring will ensure a custom fit, especially after I’ve indulged in an extra scoop of gelato.
Vince’s Drawstring Utility Pants are on sale for $296.25 (down from $395) at Nordstrom. These come in sizes XS-XL and are available in two neutral colors.
Two more affordable options are from Skims ($70, XXS-4X) and Caslon ($59.50, XXS-XXL); both are also available at Nordstrom.
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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
What’s the protocol when your kid throws up at a restaurant? My husband tried to clean the table while I rushed the kid to the bathroom, and then we quickly paid and left (left a 50% tip). Anything else to do better next time? I feel like we can’t show our faces at this particular restaurant again…
I am returning to work postpartum and still not quite fitting into my jeans or old work pants yet. Does anyone have any stretchy work pants that they swear by can be elevated casual or business casual, but they need to be machine washable. I’ve been eyeing Athleta Brooklyn pants or Eileen Fisher, but wondering what else is out there.