Weekend Open Thread

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I’m looking forward to some spring hikes, and here’s a hiking boot that delivers both style and substance.

This fun, retro, waterproof boot keeps your feet dry on damp trails. It has a padded collar, cushioned footbed, and low heel for hours of comfort. If hiking isn’t your thing, these will also work for urban excursions. In addition to gray/purple, it also comes in wheat/black (lucky sizes only).

Timberland’s Euro Waterproof Hiker Boot is $99.99–$129.95, depending on the color. It’s available at Nordstrom in sizes 5.5–11.

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Sales of note for 6/30/25

(See all of the latest workwear sales at Corporette!)

• Nordstrom – 2,700+ new markdowns for women — and the Anniversary Sale preview has started!
• Ann Taylor – 40% off your purchase, including new arrivals + summer steals $39+
• Banana Republic Factory – July Fourth Event, 50-70% off everything + extra 20% off
• Eloquii – $19+ select styles + extra 50% off all sale
• J.Crew – End of season sale, extra 60% off sale styles + up to 40% off select cashmere
• J.Crew Factory – All-Star Sale, 40-70% off entire site and storewide and extra 60% off clearance
• M.M.LaFleur – Sitewide Sale, save 25% with code — 48 hours only! Try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off
• Spanx – Free shipping on everything
• Talbots – 40% off entire purchase, includes all markdowns (ends 7/3)

Sales of note for 6/30/25

(See all of the latest workwear sales at Corporette!)

• Nordstrom – 2,700+ new markdowns for women — and the Anniversary Sale preview has started!
• Ann Taylor – 40% off your purchase, including new arrivals + summer steals $39+
• Banana Republic Factory – July Fourth Event, 50-70% off everything + extra 20% off
• Eloquii – $19+ select styles + extra 50% off all sale
• J.Crew – End of season sale, extra 60% off sale styles + up to 40% off select cashmere
• J.Crew Factory – All-Star Sale, 40-70% off entire site and storewide and extra 60% off clearance
• M.M.LaFleur – Sitewide Sale, save 25% with code — 48 hours only! Try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off
• Spanx – Free shipping on everything
• Talbots – 40% off entire purchase, includes all markdowns (ends 7/3)

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?