Washable Workwear Wednesday: Annika Tee in Washable Silk
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I loved all the new washable wool workwear options for winter. Now that spring is nearly here, I’m turning my attention to washable silk.
Like washable wool, there are a growing number of washable silk options. Right now, I’d like to add both M.M. LaFleur’s Annika Tee and Orchard Skirt in washable silk to my spring wardrobe — I love the bright “Cactus” green and relaxed look.
What could be easier or more comfortable than pairing an elevated silk tee with a matching flowy skirt? Just add a cozy cardigan for early spring. It’s also machine washable (not just hand washable).
The top is $165 and available in XS–XXL. In addition to Cactus, it comes in Pearl and Rosewater. The matching Orchard Skirt is $225 and available in 0P–18. It also comes in Sunshine. If you’re looking ahead to summer, there’s also the sleeveless Daisy Top for $190.
Sales of note for 2/14/25 (Happy Valentine’s Day!):
(See all of the latest workwear sales at Corporette!)
- Nordstrom – Winter Sale, up to 60% off! 7850 new markdowns for women
- Ann Taylor – Up to 40% off your full-price purchase — and extra 60% off sale
- Banana Republic Factory – 50% off everything + 15% off (readers love their suiting as well as their silky shirts like this one)
- Boden – 15% off new season styles
- Eloquii – 300+ styles $25 and up
- J.Crew – 40% of your purchase – prices as marked
- J.Crew Factory – 50% off entire site and storewide + extra 50% off clearance
- Rothy’s – Final Few: Up to 40% off last-chance styles
- Spanx – Lots of workwear on sale, some up to 70% off
- Talbots – Flash sale ending soon – markdowns starting from $15, extra 70% off all other markdowns (final sale)
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