Washable Workwear Wednesday: Pleat Detail Top
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I’ll put this shirt in the category of “great for hiding a new pregnancy at work.” The “draped bubble front” looks like a trendy design choice instead of a maternity shirt. Even someone who isn’t pregnant probably would look a little pregnant in it, which could scare people off from asking questions. I like it in both the black and the fuchsia, even though I think the shirt looks somewhat different depending on what color it is. (Maybe the model wearing the black has more attitude? Haha.) I also personally haven’t totally bought into the bell-sleeve trend, but I like that these are pleated — and only halfway down the sleeve. The top is $99 at Bloomingdale’s full price but is on sale for a nice $24. Vince Camuto Pleat Detail Top
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Sales of note for 9.10.24
(See all of the latest workwear sales at Corporette!)
- Ann Taylor – 30% off your purchase
- Banana Republic Factory – Up to 50% off everything + extra 20% off
- Boden – 15% off new styles
- Eloquii – $29 and up select styles; up to 50% off everything else
- J.Crew – Up to 50% off wear-to-work styles; extra 30% off sale styles
- J.Crew Factory – 40-60% off everything; extra 60% off clearance
- Lands’ End – 30% off full-price styles
- Loft – Extra 40% off sale styles
- Talbots – BOGO 50% everything, includes markdowns
- Target – Car-seat trade-in event through 9/28 — bring in an old car seat to get a 20% discount on other baby/toddler stuff.
- Zappos – 26,000+ women’s sale items! (check out these reader-favorite workwear brands on sale, and some of our favorite kids’ shoe brands on sale)
Kid/Family Sales
- Carter’s – Birthday sale, 40-50% off & extra 20% off select styles
- Hanna Andersson – Up to 50% off all baby; up to 40% off all Halloween
- J.Crew Crewcuts – Extra 30% off sale styles
- Old Navy – 40% off everything
- Target – BOGO 25% off select haircare, up to 25% off floor care items; up to 30% off indoor furniture up to 20% off TVs
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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?
We’re going to a family reunion at a rural campsite this weekend for 5 days. We’ll be staying in a cabin, although we have to bring all our own linens, dishware, food, etc. I know there’s a pool and a playground on the grounds somewhere. The weather is supposed to be 70s and partly cloudy.
Any ideas on what I can bring for my kids, age 5 and 3? While I know they’ll mainly play with cousins (who are either 10+ or babies) and explore the campground, I know that 5 days is a LONG time without others your age. Do I need some supplies for playing, like we’d bring buckets to the beach? Ideas on indoor activities in case it rains? Anything else I’m not thinking of?
(cross-posting to get a different prospective)
I’m starting to consider becoming a foster parent. This was partly prompted by what is happening at the border – I feel so angry about it, but (besides donating money and calling my representative/senators) I don’t know of a way to help the kids directly. But it’s making me think that maybe it is time to take some action to help other kids who are in difficult situations.
Is anyone here a foster parent? Can you speak about the experience at all? Any recommendations for books or blogs to read to find out more?
I’m single, have a decent income and a 9-5 job, and have been thinking about it as a possible way to help in some abstract future. But maybe this is the time. I know it is a huge commitment, and want to consider it from all angles and give it the weight it deserves before taking any active steps.
Anyone have a son who you named after your SO, so your son is a junior? DH has mentioned naming our soon-to-be-born son after him, but I’ve always worried that would lead to confusion. And I’m not a fan of nicknames, which we would have to use for our son. Have you run into any issues or am I borrowing trouble? I objectively like DH’s name; I’m just not sure on having a “junior.”
Where are people buying simple t-shirts these days? I used to buy all of mine at Target, but with the elimination of the old lines and creation of the new lines, I can’t find anything similar to the plain v-necks I used to get. My current collection is getting pretty grungy and really needs to be replaced. I am somewhat indifferent to quality – I ruin them before they wear out. Thanks!
I don’t hear enough parents saying this so I’m going to put it out there – I’m really proud of my parenting this past week. I’ve been listening to kiddo, helped her navigate some tricky feelings (thank you Daniel Tiger), and drew some healthy boundaries for her and for our little family that I enforced well.
I posted about my high levels of stress before our vacation last week. I found everyone’s suggestions so helpful, and I was really able to power through a lot of things before our trip, and then completely unplug from work during our vacation. I also set up an appointment with my PCP to talk about anxiety meds for next week.
The especially stressful event is going better than I expected, though I know my boss isn’t thrilled with it. I had my annual appraisal today, and my boss said she believes I am exceptional, and doing well, but can and should do better. Frankly, I know she’s right. I have not been my most invested in the past year. But that’s really not that bad, right? It’s fair, and was mostly glowing. She’s leaving so I was worried that her final evaluation of me would hold extra weight.
Today I realized my pants are split on the side seam (did that just happen? did I just not notice it?) but fortunately I can wear my shirt untucked under my blazer and it looks fine. And I had to wear pants because I had some insane allergic reaction all over my legs on the last day of our trip. But I’m here, back at work, not happy about it, but all in all, I’m surviving.
Thanks to this group for your support and hugs. I needed them, and it made a big difference for me.
Reposting as I posted quite late yesterday:
My 4 YO is dry most (19/20) nights. I’m staying at an AirBnb, they know that I will have my kids with me. Do I need to specifically ask if they have a sheet protector for the bed, just in case?
Anyone have a photo printer they’d recommend? I am apparently too lazy for Shutterfly and picking up at CVS…