Weekend Open Thread

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Something on your mind? Chat about it here. I’m usually able to resist the allure of designer shoes… but my goodness these are gorgeous. Love that rocker vibe mixed with what looks like a pretty flattering design and a walkable 2.5″ heel. The one review on Saks is ebullient — the woman is so pleased with the blush version that she says she’s off to buy other colors. Impressive! But — for $895 I think I’d have to be happy with just one pair. Valentino Patent Leather Rockstud Slingback Pumps 2016 Update: These heels are now in our Workwear Hall of Fame — they’ve been around for years now, win amazing reviews, and keep coming back in new styles and colors. (L-2)

Sales of note for 10/16 (ALSO, friendly PSA – check any NAS or Amazon Prime Day purchases for the return policies…)

• Ann Taylor – 50% off + free shipping on everything!
• Brooklinen – Friends & Family – 20% off sitewide and 50% off select bundles
• J.Crew – Extra 50% off 3+ sale styles with code – includes lots of suiting, sweaters, and pants
• J.Crew Factory – Friends & Family, extra 15% off your purchase
• M.M.LaFleur – October Sale Event, best prices of the season (Try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off on other items)
• Nordstrom – 5840+ new markdowns for women, up to 40% off
• Talbots – Friends and family, 30% off your entire purchase
• Theory – End of season sale is on with extra savings (new prices are marked)

And some of our latest threadjacks here at Corporette (reader questions and commentary) — see more here!

Some of our latest threadjacks include:

• losing PTO when switching jobs
• struggling with motivation to work out
• long-term work grudges
• casual but put-together weekend outfits