Weekend Open Thread

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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?