Finally Friday: Leona Slingback
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I keep seeing this kind of shoe around — with flowy pants, with ankle pants, with skinny jeans — and I like that this one comes from a comfort brand, doesn’t have a huge platform, and comes in a zillion widths and three colors. It’s $89 at Zappos. Bella-Vita Leona Slingback
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Sales of note for 3/21/25
(See all of the latest workwear sales at Corporette!)
- Nordstrom – Spring sale, up to 50% off: Free People, AllSaints, AG, and more
- Ann Taylor – 25% off suiting + 25% off tops & sweaters + extra 50% off sale
- Banana Republic Factory – 40% off everything + 20% off
- Eloquii – 50% off elevated essentials + extra 50% off sale
- J.Crew – 25% off select linen & cashmere + up to 50% off select styles + extra 40% off sale
- J.Crew Factory – Friends & Family Sale: Extra 15% off your purchase + extra 50% off clearance + 50-60% off spring faves
- M.M.LaFleur – Flash Sale: Get the Ultimate Jardigan for $198 on sale; use code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off
- Spanx – Lots of workwear on sale, some up to 70% off
- Talbots – Buy 1 get 1 50% off everything, includes markdowns
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?
Yep, you’ll need more. I had around 20.
– 3 went to daycare every day
– 4 “spares” stayed at the office in case I ever left home without my daily stash
– 5 or 6 went with me every day. I usally filled four total bottles over 3 sessions of pumping. By the time I began my last session of the day, I had usually filled 3 (and sometimes part of a fourth) so I needed 1 or 2 to attach to the pump.
– 2 to 4 stayed home in the fridge. I was fortunate to pump more than baby needed, so I would freeze extra every 2 or 3 days. I also liked to keep some in the fridge for the weekend if I wanted to go somewhere w/o baby so husband could feed him.
I am about to go back to work and will be pumping. I expect to start out at least 3x/day. How many bottles should I have on hand, given that I will need some to pump in and some to leave with daycare? Right now I only have 6, which seems like too few. Thanks!
Looking to get shopping ideas on the following;
1) First father’s day gifts – nothing too extravagant (< $50 preferred) bonus points for twin dad ideas and something related to fatherhood i.e. personalized #1 dad mug vs general gifts i.e. liquor – although maybe personalized liquor is the way to go :)
2) workhorse casual t-shirts that are post partum stomach friendly and stand up to laundry roulette. My weekend wardrobe is really limited which normally works but won't cut it for a two week vacation. I am trying a few different styles from Everlane (I have a v-neck from there that I like but don't love – would probably be better if I sized up). Any other ideas? I have one from Madewell on the way – an earlier one I received is going straight back because the washing instructions are to lay flat to dry which will never happen.
I’m 7 weeks pregnant and have been cleared to work out as normal (except for crazy adventure sports, high-impact activities…). I’m normally strong and active, and am someone who needs physical activity to deal with stress and maintain good energy. I’m expecting twins, which is terrifying to me, both in terms of risk to the pregnancy and in terms of what it’ll do to my body. I’d like to make a big effort to stay as strong and fit as possible to stay healthy, deal with anxiety, have fun, and make “bouncing back” a little easier. I’m also concerned with strengthening core muscles to support what I imagine will be an enormous belly.
I’m planning to do prenatal yoga, walk and swim, but I’m wondering whether it makes sense to hire a trainer to instruct me on how to do some very light strength training. Are there trainers who specialize in pregnant women? Has anyone used one? Any recs in NYC? Also open to hearing what exercise has worked for others!
Thanks so much!
ICYMI: http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/grade-point/wp/2015/05/28/natalie-portmans-harvard-speech-reminds-us-how-we-all-can-feel-we-arent-smart-enough/
I loved this (although I haven’t had the chance to watch all of it yet). I’m recognizing more and more that I suffer from this, and I thought it was great for her to tackle it head-on.
Anyways, happy Friday ladies! Hope everyone has a great weekend.