Washable Workwear Wednesday: Ponte Bell Sleeve Top
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I was just about to link to this highly rated (and machine washable) bell-sleeve blouse at Nordstrom when I looked at some of the images and thought, hmmn, that bell sleeve is WAY too dramatic for work. By contrast, this Lands’ End top is just right — it’s got a ruffle detail in a nod to the trend, it’s machine washable, it’s flattering in that classic way — and it’s less than $50. Nice. Pictured: Ponte Bell Sleeve Top
Two plus-size options are at Nordstrom and Lord & Taylor.
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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+
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?
Didn’t love my job before maternity leave and definitely don’t love it after being a month back. Was thinking of starting the job search in the late summer/early fall after my baby is 1 and pumping is over and her immune system has somewhat adjusted to daycare and I don’t have to worry about taking multiple days off at a new job.
But I’m ready to start something new and more days/weeks/months of this make me feel ughhhh. Am I crazy to think of applying to other jobs? Did anyone else start a job search so soon after returning from leave?
Do I want an Instant Pot? I have a slow cooker that I use only to make boneless, skinless chicken thighs in various sauces. I like the texture of the chicken, but I don’t like the overcooked, vaguely metallic taste the slow cooker gives it. Will chicken cooked in the Instant Pot taste any fresher?
I think it’s a really nice idea to do something for him, not because you need to, but just because it’s nice. I don’t quite understand the comments above. You said that you want to do something nice also because you’ve been crazy and challenging (we’ve all been there!).
I think the book, video game ideas are great. Maybe get a date on the calendar for future date night you plan, like a concert or couple massage or new restaurant you’ve been wanting to try. I think a card that says how grateful you are he’s your husband and for the life you’ve built together etc. is always nice.
None of this is JUST because he’s getting a vasectomy, but it’s just nice thing to do and I’m sure he’d appreciate it.
My husband is having a vasectomy next week. Is there an appropriate gift for this occasion? While I don’t feel particularly like this is a huge deal after having 2 children via C-section myself, but I also know this isn’t exactly a walk in the park for him. I’ve also been a crazy, challenging wife lately so would like to do something that says “I actually like and appreciate you.” He likes practical things, hockey, and doesn’t do much for himself.
you guys, my second and last maternity leave is over :-(
Traveling moms: What do you tell your kids before you go out of town for a few days?
I am going on a much-needed 4-day vacation with friends and the kids are staying with my husband. I have a 4-year old who has a tough time with babysitters, and I am not sure exactly what to say to prepare her. Usually when we get a babysitter, we keep it vague– we have an appointment outside of the house, babysitter will take care of you, we will be back when you are sleeping, WE ALWAYS COME BACK. We sometimes leave her crying. I am thinking of telling her the night before I leave, or maybe even the morning that I leave to minimize her anxiety. Should I tell her it’s a vacation or keep it vague? Should I FaceTime her every night or avoid it? Any other tips for extended time away from this age?
Hello virtual friends!
Do any of you live in small condos with kids? We have a small 2 bedroom, 1 bath condo (around 800 s.ft.) and plenty of parks nearby. We want to buy a house in a good school district. The prices in those areas are very high now and the property taxes are insane but still cheaper than private school. DD is less than two and is being cared by a nanny now. I do not think we can afford the house and a good daycare (plus back-up nanny) so it would be safe to stay here a few more years. The baby stuff is piling up and I stopped organizing/decluttering because weekends are crazy with a high energy toddler. Where do I start? Do any of you make it work in small places?
Anyone have advice on pumping on Amtrak? I have a day trip to NYC (from DC) coming up and I think my best option is likely to pump on the train both ways. But of course, I’m super nervous about it.
Taking my kids (ages 3 and 5) skiing for the first time this weekend! They are signed up for half day lessons. We bought them snow pants, and they have their winter hats, coats, and mittens already. Any tips for a first time outing?
I like this shape but I wonder how it looks in person. Looks kind of cheap to me.
I’m wondering if anyone has suggestions for sitting in a low-to-the-ground car comfortably in the third trimester. My last pregnancy I needed to switch from my car to my husband’s SUV because the latter’s seat angle and space accommodated my belly much better. That was right near the end, though, and I still have twelve weeks to go! I can reach the steering wheel fine right now – it’s more that the tops of my legs are pushing my belly into my chest and it’s uncomfortable (I think this time I’m carrying lower…and maybe a little bigger). I’ve adjusted the seat as much as I can but wondering if I could try sitting on a pillow or a yoga block to get a bit more height. Curious to know if anyone else had a creative hack for this problem!
Any recommendations for getting old bath crayon stains off our tub? We recently bought a house where I think they just didn’t clean the tub much. With elbow grease, comet, magic eraser, and a scrub sponge, I pulled up some crazy old scum that I thought were permanent stains, but I really can’t get some of these crayon marks off. Some are in chips in the enamel so I get that those won’t come out, but there are some that are just long crayon markings that seem like they should come off. I tried scraping with my thumbnail and that didn’t work either.
Personally I don’t really see a difference between the N0rdstrom one and this one in terms of looking professional. The other one is a large bell, but it doesn’t seem to stick out as much.