Holiday Weekend Open Thread
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I’ve been on the hunt for a hard-shell carry-on for a while. I’m considering this one with rave reviews.
This ultralight 20” suitcase has a sturdy polycarbonate shell, 360-degree wheels, TSA-approved lock, and telescopic handle. Squeeze a bit more in with interior compression panels and a separate laundry bag for dirty clothes. Bought too many souvenirs? No worries, since this suitcase expands an additional inch.
Quince’s Expandable Carry-On Hard Shell Suitcase is $139.90. It comes in black, dark green, navy, and tan. It’s also available in three additional sizes.
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Sales of note for 5/8:
(See all of the latest workwear sales at Corporette!)
- Ann Taylor – Mother’s Day Event: 40% off your purchase. Readers love this popover blouse, and their suiting is also in the sale.
- Banana Republic Factory – Up to 50% off everything + extra 20% off
- Brooks Brothers – Dress & sport shirts, 2 for $149
- Express – $39+ summer styles + 25% off everything else
- J.Crew Factory – Up to 60% off everything + extra 70% off clearance + 40%-50% off the Weekend Shop
- Lo & Sons – Mother’s Day Sale: Up to 40% off — reader favorites include this laptop tote, this backpack, and this crossbody
- M.M.LaFleur – Try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off
- Nordstrom – Up to 25% off
- Talbots – 50% off wear-now styles and all markdowns + 30% off tops, pants, jeans, and shorts

I am a terrible Easter Bunny and don’t have anything for my youngest. What’s something that a 3yo would love that his domineering 6yo brother will not immediately want to steal?
Things like Legos, magnatiles, art supplies – we have tons.