Accessory Tuesday: The Essential Sling Crossbody Bag
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With two school-aged kids, I thought my Madewell days were over. But then I saw this simple, yet luxe bag that completely fits who I am now.
Madewell’s Essential Sling Crossbody has an adjustable strap so you can wear it multiple ways. The on-trend crescent design has more room than you’d think and fits neatly under your arm. Available in four rich colors (I’m torn between “chocolate rum” and “luxury forest”), it’s the perfect everyday bag for winter.
This bag is $148. If you like this shape, but need something larger, consider Madewell’s Essential Curve Shoulder Bag for $198.
P.S. Merry Christmas & Happy Hanukkah to those who celebrate!
Sales of note for 1/16:
(See all of the latest workwear sales at Corporette!)
- Nordstrom – Cashmere on sale; AllSaints, Free People, Nike, Tory Burch, and Vince up to 60%; beauty deals up to 25% off
- AllSaints – now up to 60% off (some of the best leather jackets!)
- Ann Taylor – Up to 40% off your full-price purchase; extra 50% off sale
- Banana Republic Factory – 50% off everything + extra 20% off
- Boden – 15% off new styles with code — readers love this blazer, these dresses, and their double-layer line of tees
- DeMellier – Sale now on, free shipping and returns — includes select options like Montreal, Vancouver, and Venice
- Eloquii – $29 and up select styles; extra 50% off all clearance, plus ELOQUII X kate spade new york collab just dropped
- Everlane – Sale of the year, up to 70% off — reader favorites include their scoop tee, Dream Pant, ReNew Transit backpack, silk blouses and oversized blazers! New markdowns just added
- Hannah Andersson – Up to 30% off all pajamas;
- J.Crew – Up to 40% off select styles; up to 50% off cashmere
- J.Crew Factory – 40-70% off everything
- L.K. Bennett – Archive sale, almost everything 70% off
- M.M.LaFleur – Tag sale for a limited time — jardigans and dresses $200, pants $150, tops $95, T-shirts $50
- Spanx – Lots of workwear on sale, some up to 70% off
- Talbots – Semi-Annual Red Door Sale – 50% off + extra 20% off, sale on sale, plus free shipping on $150+
Just need to share because I can’t share with people in real life. I’m pregnant! This is an IVF baby and I’m super early (4w3d) but I’m already jumping the gun and looking at all things pregancy related. Is it just me or are there no maternity clothes if you don’t want to wear tight/skimpy clothes? Gap and old navy seem to have a few things but I don’t really get how I’m supposed to build a whole wardrobe when there are barely any stores that sell normal clothing.
Is it appropriate to bring a small gift for elementary age kids who’ve recently lost a grandparent? My husband’s extended family member died and we’re going to the shiva and will be bringing food as per tradition, but I wanted to get something small for her grandkids as well since I’m thinking they could use the distraction and something to keep them occupied while the adults are grieving and dealing with logistics. Any suggestions for what to get a 9 year old boy? I was going to get an easy (no adult involvement needed) craft kit for the 7 year old girl.