Washable Workwear Wednesday: Polka Dot Ponte Sheath Dress
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Sales of note for 5/19/25
(See all of the latest workwear sales at Corporette!)
- Nordstrom – Lots of markdowns on AGL (50%!), Weitzman, Tumi, Frank & Eileen, Zella, Natori, Cole Haan, Boss, Theory, Reiss (coats), Vince, Eileen Fisher, Spanx, and Frame (denim and silk blouses)
- Ann Taylor – 50% off summer-ready styles
- Banana Republic Factory – 50% off everything + extra 20% off
- Eloquii – 50-60% off select styles
- J.Crew – 60% off sale, and 40% off packing picks (prices as marked)
- J.Crew Factory – New arrivals, plus up to 60% off everything plus extra 50% off clearance
- M.M.LaFleur – Daily flash sales, and lots of twill suiting on sale! Try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off. 5/19’s flash sale: Jardigans down to $175-$209, dresses down to $150, blazers down to $250
- Spanx – Lots of workwear on sale, some up to 70% off
- Talbots – 30% off dresses, skirts, shoes, and accessories
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?
General information gathering career question for any litigators, prompted by a spate of recent interviews/hires at my firm: do you feel that the traditional time for “jumping ship” from BigLaw means that you will transition to what is perceived as a “lean out” position? Or would you move to another firm? What are your considerations? (Note this is not specifically related to parenthood, but I think the timing of kid-having might play into this).
I work at a litigation boutique that is actively recruiting for senior associates from BigLaw/government; the main criteria is looking for those who have case management experience and can handle cases on their own. Timeline to partner is pretty short – 3 years at the firm with at least 7/8 years out of law school. I started at the firm out of a clerkship and am a more-senior-but-still-junior associate, and our junior associates are an equal gender mix. But I have seen almost no interviews for lateral senior associate applicants who are women. Most applicants are 6-8 years out of law school, clerkship(s) required. It bothers me because we already have a partner gender disparity (who doesn’t) and I wonder if there’s something the firm can do to actively recruit more senior associate women to join us, or if they are being screened out, or…I don’t know. We are not a lifestyle firm by any stretch, but my life as a junior associate is much better than those of my BigLaw peers in terms of control over my schedule, and that is only more true the more senior you are. Any thoughts?
Has anyone here tried the P-volve workout program/subscription? I haven’t really worked out since I got pregnant 2 years ago, and while I’m objectively thin thanks to good genetics, I’d like to tone up and feel better about my overall fitness level. My husband travels a lot so I need something I can do at home after my toddler goes to bed for the night. I’ve read good reviews but most of them seem to be written by bloggers, which always makes me a little suspicious.
I could use some advice on baby registries (first kid). What’s the general guidelines on expensive “frivolous” items on baby registries? I’ve already gotten a lot of stuff second hand – like a nice stroller – and also bought some of the bigger stuff – like a glider and crib. The most expensive item on my registry currently is a carseat ($200), which seems reasonable to me since it’s a necessity (though I wouldn’t expect a single person/couple to buy it). But there’s also some kind of silly stuff I’d like, like a $100 mobile and a set of all the Elephant and Piggie books for $150. Obviously, no expectations, but is it okay to offer guests options like that or does it just look greedy?
Would it be weird for me to send out “one year birthday announcements” with photos of my son’s cake smash to family and friends? Since my family lives far away, we won’t be having a birthday party. We have lots of friends and relatives who don’t use social media or email, and love getting mail. We sent out birth announcements, which were a big hit- many people have told us they still have it up on their fridge. My concern is that it will look weirdly attention-seeking, or like we are asking for gifts, which isn’t the case. I just want to share some cute pictures. Am I overthinking this?
We’re about to start potty training and want your suggestions for a training toilet. Should we get one of those free-standing small potties? Or a seat liner so she can sit on the regular toiler without falling in? We have two bathrooms in our house so will get the same for both. I think daycare uses a small potty. But the liner appeals because it seems like it would make using the toilet outside of our house more familiar.
Looking for a parenting book recommendation. Our 14 month old son is spirited, to put it charitably. He is incredibly intense and emotional, needs a ton of stimulation and is highly extroverted. He’s starting to show early signs of temper tantrums and testing boundaries, and we want to use a parenting technique that will actually work with this tempest baby; one that doesn’t involve crushing his spirit or letting him go feral. Anyone know of a good parenting book for such children? And to reiterate, I’m not talking about a toddler that’s simply active or strong-willed. He is a full-blown Jekyll and Hyde.
Give me your best tips to feed a crowd! We’re traveling with 6 adults and 6 kids (ages 5 and under!) to a well-stocked house this weekend where we want to focus on fun and not logistics (but let’s be real– it’s all about logistics). It’s going to be a million degrees out so I don’t want to spend too much time cooking.
I’m thinking: yogurt and granola for breakfast, sandwich fixings for lunch and ordering out at least one night. What are you favorite go-to meals I can make for the other two dinners that can feed a bunch and require minimal prep?Bonus if it’s vegetarian-friendly!
Menu help, please! I need to serve dinner for approximately 20 people, including picky children, ravenous teenagers, BLW toddlers, a vegetarian, and a person who is gluten-free by choice and gets her feelings hurt if the host hasn’t obviously gone to great lengths to accommodate this preference. To add to the fun, this meal will be served to family visiting out of town so I don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. My original thought was to order Indian takeout, but the nearest Indian restaurant is pretty far away. One option would be to grill burgers + hot dogs or chicken, plus portobello mushrooms, and buy sides from the grocery store. Other ideas?
I went 2 weeks past my due date and then was induced while still at 0 dilation and 0 effacement, so you’re already doing better than me! My only advice is to keep busy and do the things you haven’t gotten around to to get ready for baby. I worked on the nursery a bit, got a pedicure, got my hair cut, made freezer meals, went for lots of walks, and went shopping. I was due in late fall, but I think if I were due now I would be spending lots of time in the pool. Granted, this was my 1st so I didn’t have another little one to take care of. I took vacation starting at my due date because I couldn’t stand working any more. I really didn’t expect to go 2 more weeks, but that’s life.
For you litigators out there who have gone through pregnancy, I’m wondering if any of you have advise/commiseration about prenatal visits and scheduling. I’m a first-time mom and litigator, and I’m scheduled for a 4-week trial in California (I’m east coast) during the time period when I should be having my first ultrasound! What do/did you all do in similar circumstances? I’m too early on to tell work, and certainly not a judge. How did you manage it? Or am I overthinking something?
I am looking to hire a part time contractor to help out the consulting business my partner and I started. We’ve had a series of amazing interns that are in between a stint at a consulting (or similar) gig and business school, but (totally understandably) they aren’t looking for permanent part time work.
Our ideal person is a mom/dad that has some experience with creating slides for consulting engagements and/or has strong quant skills (we do a lot of data crunching) and wants to keep a toe in the workforce but has benefits elsewhere. Of course, it could be anyone, but we found that semi SAHPs have the means to deal with the ebb and flow of work, and the nature of the work we want help with is very parent friendly (can be done at night/flexible, no or limited client calls). It’s less of a fit for a person with a full time job looking for a “side gig,” though that’s a possibility too.
Any insight on where to look besides personal networks? There is a company called The Mom Project- I’ve actually met someone through that- but I’m looking for other channels too.
I know this group tends to be more FT working but figured maybe folks have explored options for PT work and might have thoughts.
We get a lot of reports from daycare that our 15 month old is observing, not participating. Yesterday’s report made me especially sad – they said she was sitting and “watching her friends run around, laugh and play.” She’s the only kid in the room not walking, which I’m sure is part of it, but she also just has a very cautious, observant personality. But I feel really sad thinking about her just sitting there like a lump watching everyone else do stuff. Would you talk to the teachers about it? I don’t want to be a high-maintenance parent but these reports are bumming me out.
i know lots of people on this site have tried to start using an ok to wake clock with young toddlers. do you think it works for a 14 month old? how do people use it if they have kids sharing a room seem to need different amounts of sleep. i have twins. one woke up today at 5:50, but yesterday woke up at 7 (she’s the one who needs the clock), but the other one always sleeps till 7/7:30. while it would be lovely for Twin A to stay quiet until 7, even 6:30 would be great. one challenge is that sometimes when we go in to get Twin A, Twin B pops her head up and sees us and freaks out, but is a hot mess if she doesn’t keep sleeping until 7/7:30. tips?
I had a miscarriage in early June and haven’t worked out since. I have gained 15 lbs over my “normal weight”. I’m thinking about doing weight watchers online. Wondering if anyone has any insight on this or what type of food/workout regime they use – thanks in advance
Any advice on going past your due date? I’m due with #2 tomorrow but he’s still sitting pretty. DD #1 came on her due date so I stupidly assumed #2 would come a tiny bit earlier. But no dice!! I’m uncomfortable but used to being uncomfortable, I just want to meet my baby!
And if anyone had a membrane sweep I’d love to here how painful/not painful it is. Considering getting one tomorrow as I’ve been dilated/effaced for weeks and I didn’t have one with my first. Unmediated birth with #1 so that’s my reference for a pain scale, but labor pain is purposeful vs just “ow ow ow” pain that hurts.