Everyone Thursday: Soft Topstitched Jacket
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This teal blazer looks lovely, and I like the polka-dot lining. Try it with a navy sheath dress and a pop of red (necklace or heels), or if you’re in a casual office, try it with dark rinse denim. It’s $69 (was $99) at Limited (online only) in regular, petite, and tall sizes. Limited Soft Topstitched Jacket
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Sales of note for 5/14/25
(See all of the latest workwear sales at Corporette!)
- Nordstrom – Beauty Deals up to 25% off (ends 5/17)
- Ann Taylor – Suit Yourself! 30% off suiting (ends 5/16) + 25% off your full price purchase (ends 5/18) + extra 60% off sale (ends 5/14)
- Banana Republic Factory – Up to 50% off everything + extra 25% off
- Eloquii – Up to 60% off everything + extra 60% off sale + $1 shipping on all orders
- J.Crew – Up to 50% off long-weekend styles + 50% off select swim and coverups
- J.Crew Factory – Extra 50% off clearance + extra 15% off $100+ + extra 20% off $125+
- M.M.LaFleur – Lots of twill suiting on sale! Try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off
- Spanx – Lots of workwear on sale, some up to 70% off
- Talbots – 40% off all markdowns (ends 5/18) + 30% off dresses, skirts, accessories, and shoes
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?
So I was told that my glucose screening test came back elevated and now I have to take the 3 hour test to see if I have gestational diabetes. Any comforting stories about false positives? I am really bummed that I have to deal with this now and I really don’t want to take this 3 hour test and just generally feeling very sorry for myself even though I know this is normal, and women often test positive for the one hour test and then are negative for the three hour, and even if I do have GD, it’s manageable and because my diet is already largely sugar free and healthy I don’t have to worry about too many drastic changes to manage this… but WAH!
Has anyone ever ordered kids clothes from primary.com? I am thinking about placing an order but wondering if anyone has feedback on quality.
Advise needed! How did you manage to keep your sanity (and peace of mind) while TTC? Especially if you feel that you/ DH might not always do everything possible?
Any tips for getting through an all-mommy-all-the-time phase of toddlerhood? My almost 2-year old has a strong preference for me to the point of throwing little tantrums when my husband tries to pick her up. She’ll scream and hit him and struggle to get down and throw herself in my arms. It’s exhausting for both of us. We spend equal time with her, and have regular alone time with her (during which she’s apparently super happy to be held). Other things we can do? We have a very equal parenting structure and this is throwing it off both practically and philosophically.
If you were going to be a SAHM for a year or two, what would your wardrobe look like? I’m going to take a long break from my demanding job when I have my last baby in a few months, and my casual wardrobe is in bad shape. I live in a 4-season climate with a long, snowy winter. I think I’ll stock up on jeans, sweaters, and flat boots. Any suggestions for flat, weather-proof, somewhat stylish boots?
Hi all. Just sharing that I ordered a few Belli facial products (scrub + cleanser) and have been really pleased with them so far. I’m just over four months and didn’t realize until recently that facial cleanser ingredients were a(nother) thing I had to pay attention to. In case anyone is one the hunt for preg-friendly cleansers, so far so good.
Piggybacking off of this: what’s your favorite source for interesting (not part of a suit) blazers? I’ve had good luck at JCrew and Talbots, but need to expand my wardrobe in this area. I’m looking for items similar to what’s featured: on the biz casual side, good on their own with an outfit or punched up with fun accessories.
Paging Anon who asked for wrap recommendations yesterday: it can definitely get overwhelming. A 100% cotton wrap is a good place to start. Size 5 if you’re petite, 6 if you’re average, 7 if you’re plus-sized. I’ve liked Didymos the best for all-around use, but Ellevil Zara is fantastic for babies. Join The Babywearing Swap on Facebook (buy and sell used wraps) and Babywearing on a Budget (carriers and wraps < $100) for a good view of what's out there. You can also buy new but it's nice to get a wrap that has already been broken in – they're much softer and easier to use!