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Onehsancare
TJ–I’ve ordered several dresses in various sizes to shop at home. My husband has raised a question about one that I must defer to the Corporette community’s opinion on. He wondered if the jacket on this dress (link to follow) makes it look too “secretary-ish.”. He’s a 60-something lawyer, I’m a 50-something lawyer, newly wearing small sizes after losing 40 pounds. The link below is to the women’s size; I apparently have the last two petites in existence, so no links exist! What do you think? Dress was originally $320, now $84. The price is too good to pass up, but I don’t want to have lingering doubts every time I wear it. (The size 6P looks GREAT!)
Seattleite
Not too secretaryish.
Style it with better shoes, statement jewelry, and try to lose the sash. If a belt looks odd because of where the jacket ends, see if you can find a seamstress to rework the sash I’m thinking, ‘cut off the ends, shirr it, and fasten in back with a hook and eye closure.’ Or even knot it, but tuck in (and pin!) the ends rather than leaving them hanging.
Anonymous
I also don’t think it is too secretaryish and like the styling suggestions from the other poster. If you still feel uncomfortable with it after a wear or two, I think the sheath without the jacket is well worth the money you’ve paid, so pairing that with a complementary jacket or cardigan is always an option.
Onehsancare
http://www.overstock.com/Clothing-Shoes/Anne-Klein-Womens-Cerulean-Blue-Jacket-Dress/6130946/product.html
L in SF
Vacations are coming up, YAY! I’ll be in Barcelona the first week of June and I wonder how I should dress. I got all excited about taking all my shorts that I never get to wear in San Francisco but it looks like people there are not really into shorts. Also, from looking at different websites, it seems that their casual is different than the “hipster casual” that I still haven’t got used to in SF. I’m also on the look out for cute flats to wear to walk in the city. Finally, any thoughts on neighborhoods for appartement rental, we will be 3 adults in their late 20’s!
Thank you all!
a.
Yay for Barca! I love that city :) I was only there for three/four days, so I don’t know anything about neighborhoods, but I am a giant nerd about clothes, SO.
You’re right that people don’t wear shorts too much. I have worn shorts in Spain and passed for Spanish (until I say more than hola, anyway), but they’ve been brightly-colored chinos, not really like “typical American shorts,” so I think people assumed I was just making a statement or something. YMMV. If you want cooler clothes for June, I would bring skirts or dresses. Minor thing: if you’re planning to hit the beaches (and you should! they’re super guay) and aren’t staying right off them, bring a cover-up that you’re comfortable wearing through a city–metro, buses, walking, the works.
As far as blending in goes…honestly, Barcelona is a big enough city that, as long as you aren’t in full-on tourist garb (sandals + socks, cargo shorts, fanny pack, IDK), someone will probably be dressed similarly to you. If I had to take a whack at Barcelona style in a nutshell, I’d say it’s kind of hippie (flowy pants, long, loose hair) but also quite put together and deliberate in that “I spent 50 minutes making myself look like I didn’t try” way (alternatively, Spanish women are just that fabulous).
If you’d like an restaurant suggestions or anything, let me know! I remember we had some really delicious meals and I could dig out the restaurant info if you want it.
Barcelona
You will walk a lot, so wear comfortable walking shoes.
You will be going into a lot of churches, so no shorts, skirts knee length, no bare shoulders (or bare shoulders and carry a shawl and use it).
M-C
It’s a bigger city than SF, very fashion-oriented, and being cool does not involve a one-shot recycled-50s-hipster esthetics :-). Shorts are great on the beach. Wear much more grown-up clothes than you usually wear on weekends. Expect hot weather.
It’s a city with a long history of lefty atheist anarchy, and Franco is dead and rotten. You do not need to spend your time in churches, nor wear a burka to do so.
Facebook alum
So I’m currently still in law school on the East Coast. I Facebooked this guy that I used to have a crush on when I was in college and found out that he just started working in the same state as where I go to law school. I’m not friends with him on Facebook and I don’t think he even knows I exist. But I really want to be able to at least get to know him now that I get a second chance to have him close by (we both went to undergrad in the South.) I’m thinking about messaging him on Facebook, but I don’t know how he’ll react and I don’t know what I should say if I do: hey, so you don’t know who I am, but I had a crush on you way back when and creepily found out recently that you’re in the same state and seem single? Wanna come to my city sometime and get coffee? Any advice?
F in LA
maybe you can approach him on linkedin, e.g. you found his profile while searching for other alums in the area.
Lynnet
I think this is a good idea. Then you can mention that you vaguely remember him from X class or club, and sidestep the whole, “I had a crush on you but you didn’t know who I was” issue.
IBL
Yes. That part could make you sound stalker-esque and may scare him off entirely of even a friendship or acquaintance-ship.
F in LA
Another addendum – if you know other alums in the area, you could even organize a little get together :)
EC MD
I sliced my thumb open this evening trying to slice cheese. Two stitches later, I am reminded of how much local anesthetic hurts when I inject it. No more am I going to say “pinch and a burn” when I inject local. I’m now going to say “this is going to hurt like a mother f-er”
That is all.
Bonnie
EC MD it’s bada** that you stitched yourself up.
eek
Yeah, you are totally cool. Rock on (and I hope your thumb heals fast – does your injury prevent you from doing your job? I sure hope not).
Houda
That’s what I was thinking! how cool is it you can do it yourself (like when Mc Steamy was doing the stitches himself)
TCFKAG
THANK YOU. I hate when Dr’s say, “this will hurt a little” and I want to say “WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU DID THIS TO YOURSELF!!!!” So I’m not glad that you cut yourself, but I’m glad you’re going to be honest to your patients. Also, I HATE local anesthetic.
M-C
One of my neighbors is off work today, a very unusual occurrence, following some tooth procedure. Her ORL guy told her it was nothing, and she’d be right back to normal within 2 days. For something involving general anesthesia, lengthy hacking, and in the mouth of a teacher. Three days later she still looks like he punched her instead, and can barely talk in private. Sigh.
Personally, I never believe those “pinch” lines, they just mean “have not had that recently myself” :-). Don’t think the public is that naive, we just don’t necessarily have much choice..
Diana Barry
Hi ladies!
I had my baby girl last night! Thanks to your good wishes, or maybe bc she was in a hurry, labor was only 3 hours long!
Now I am exhausted bc of this cursed hospital bed, which is SO uncomfy! Oh well!
Cat
Congrats and welcome to the littlest c*rporette!
a.
CONGRATULATIONS CONGRATULATIONS CONGRATULATIONS!!!!
tika55
Congrats! Enjoy! I have a 2 month old baby girl, so I know how awesome it will be!
AN
Wow!! Congratulations and hope both of you are doing well.
Lucy
Congratulations!!
30
Congrats!
eek
Congratulations!
eek
PS – did you name your baby girl Anne Cordelia? ;p
Anne Shirley
You better have :). Congrats! This is why we need corporette onsies. Make sure to paint one wee little nail blue
Seattleite
Congratulations! Hope you and baby get lots of sleep, and may most of those hours be at night.
Sparkles
Congrats!!!
Ruby
Hooray for you and her!!! I forget, first baby or no? I vaguely think it is not your first? I love stories about 3 hour labor more than anything right now.. my day is coming next month…
Monday
Forgive my creepy internet knowledge, but…this is Diana’s #3, as she has shared with us.
Lynnet
Congratulations!
Coalea
Congratulations! Enjoy getting to know your new daughter!!!
Rose in Bloom
Congratulations to you and your family!!
Amy H.
Congratulations, Diana Barry!
zora
YAY! Congrats, Diana!!
cbackson
YAY! Congrats!
Jo March
Congrats and Mazel tov!!!
Monday
Aaaaaahhh! I thought there was going to be some delay here! But CONGRATULATIONS!!!! A big Maine welcome to the little missy! :)
Wednesday
Congrats! Wonderful news.
lucy stone
Congratulations!
Bluejay
Wow, posting from the delivery room? If you are wearing chipped blue nail polish, you win the Corporette of the Year award. Nay, Corporette of the Decade.
Congratulations to you and to the proud papa!
January
Hahaha, this. Congratulations on your new arrival!!
Bluejay
Wow, posting from the delivery room? If you are wearing chipped blue nail polish, you win the C o r p o r e t t e of the Year award. Nay, C o r p o r e t t e of the Decade.
Congratulations to you and to the proud papa!
River Song
Congrats! And that’s awesome about your labor being so short! Try to rest, relax, and eat lots of protein! Take care of yourself.
Diana Barry
Thanks ladies! I do indeed have on blue nail polish. :)
My husband is trying to convince me to go home tonight, but I don’t think I’m allowed…
IBL
Congratulations!!!
TCFKAG
Congrats Diana!! If I remember correctly, you’re at BIDMC, their beds are the worst. I always have my husband bring me one of those airplane neck pillows (you know the kind the wraps around the neck) and it really really helps me sleep!)
VBSF
Congratulations!!
NYC consignment stores
Does anyone have a recommendation for a good consignment shop in NYC that is likely to buy an Ann Taylor suit from me? It’s a couple years old but never been worn. TIA!
OHCFO
Have any of you ladies ever been party to a lease-purchase agreement on a home? We’re in the process of selling our home after a cross-country relo. We’ll be in a better position to get favorable mortgage terms in a year or so after the house sells and we’ve replenished our down-payment savings. We’ve found a great house that is offering a lease-purchase option and I’m cautiously optimistic that it will work out well for us. Any experience in this area or words of wisdom would be most appreciated.
Paige
Be very careful. A lot of buyers get burned in this situation, though I’ve also seen it work out well a few times. I would hire an attorney to review the documents and advise you as to the risks (whatever you do don’t rely solely on your real estate agent, most of them don’t know the legal risks involved). Or, at the very least, find a title company that will help you file an affidavit of equitable interest or your state’s equivalent so that the owner of the home can’t sell it our from under you and so that if their is a foreclosure the foreclosing party will have to notify you (they should notify you as a “tenant” but you can’t be too safe).
Paige
excuse my typos- haven’t had my morning coffee yet
M-C
Second Paige. Remember also that real-estate people are working for the seller, not for you. So it’s crucial to see your own attorney.
Boston Apt Hunting
I’m back asking about Boston apartments!
I’m curious what those of you who have attended law school would do, as I am trying to decide (today) between two great apartments.
One is a five or six minute walk (3.5 if rushed, apparently) to the law tower. It is a ten by ten room without windows and with a small closet (maybe 2 x 4) in an apartment of four, managed by BU grad housing , in an apartment with other BU grad, but no law, students. The living room is big and the kitchen is decent but awkward sized. It doesn’t seem like anyone studies in common areas, though, so I’m worried about space and comfort. The current tenant had everything crammed (bed, desk, etc) but it seemed like it would be tough to study there.
The other is a very spacious apartment for four over near Packard’s Corner. It has huge rooms with space for two beds and a desk, so I’ll have plenty of space to study and spread out or whatever else. The rest of the apartment is equally large – living room, kitchen, etc. (with laundry in the kitchen included, which is nice). It is about a six minute walk to the T, twelve to a BU Shuttle stop, and probably five to ten to anything you would use (grocery, restaurant, etc.) I’ve heard that more law students (and other students) live over here, so it might be nice to be near these people while staying back a little, since the area the apartment is in is residential and a lot of families, it seems.
Both landlords are apparently great and, including average utility costs, the rents are comparable. The move in dates are a little different, but both are over the summer ones I’d be happy with.
So, my question boils down to: space and a walk versus close and little study room, keeping in mind that I’m the type of person that mostly studies alone in my room?
Thanks! I won’t have much chance to check this today, but I’ll look again tonight.
EC MD
Based on everything you said, I would lean towards the one that is farther away. Getting a way can be really nice when everyone at school is being batsh*t insane over some test, and the apartment seems much nicer, with room to study in your room which is important to you.
springtime
Yah I would take the one a bit farther away. It’s not that much farther where I’d be concerned. I like to be able to study at home and not having a space to do that would not bode well for me (some people on the other hand only study at libraries, so YMMV).
Also, I think it’s a good idea to live somewhere close to the other law students for friendships, etc. I lived far away from where most of the law students at my school lived, and you definitely aren’t as involved in the random dinners, etc., that are so much fun to be a part of.
Seattleite
The bigger one. Both for the reasons EC MD states, and for the fact that the walk will at least force you to get some exercise at times you’d otherwise forego it.
momentsofabsurdity
Depending where you are in Packards Corner remember that it can be REALLY undergrad filled – my friend lives on Ashford and there are frat parties every night, news crews there really often (especially since BU has been in the news so much this year) and it can get noisy in the evenings (none of this is necessarily different than elsewhere in Allston though!) However, parts of Packard’s Corner are much nicer, the Shaws there is ENORMOUS and you are walkable to a bunch of fun things. Further down the B-line means much more time spent on the T if you want to go into the city, but if you plan to be studying a lot, that may not be a concern.
However, space and room to study, if you are a person that studies at home, would be great. If you’re a person that studies at the library til late, rather than your house, I’d go with the closer apartment. If you are a person who studies at home, go with the bigger one.
Boston Apt Hunting
I definitely noticed the undergrad in some parts. I actually viewed an apartment on Ashford and felt it was way too undergrad for me. This section is on the opposite side of Packard’s Corner (sort of?) and feel more family and professional oriented, luckily.
Lynnet
I’d also go with the bigger one. I did different distances during law school (5 minute walk away, 12 minute walk away, 30 minute walk away), and I liked the last two the best. Along with what everyone else has said, being further away cuts down on the temptation to go home during the short breaks, which is when everyone else is building relationships and getting extracurricular stuff done.
BU 2L
Go with the bigger apartment. During exams the library and other study spaces at BU are PACKED and it can be difficult to find a space to work. Since you’re the type of person who typically studies alone in your room, you’re probably better off having a place to study at home. I live about 2 miles from the tower (40 min. walking, 20 min by car, 20 min. by bus) because I love my apartment, and I’ve never regretted my decision.
big dipper
I’m actually at BU Law now and I think you should take the apartment in Packard’s Corner, as long as it’s not in a noisy area. But some people don’t mind noise.
Living in an apartment where you (a) have space and (b) you have windows will make your quality of life so much better. I promise.
For what it’s worth, my best friend lived right outside Packard’s Corner last year and I used to walk to her place from school all the time. It was a 20-25 minute walk but as long as the weather was good, it was nice to outside. So walking to school is still an option if that’s your thing.
If you have more questions, you can let me know!
Amy H.
If I were in this position, I wouldn’t even be debating this. There is no way I could live in a room with no windows.
Jo March
Totally this.
Boston Apt Hunting
Thanks, everyone! I was leaning towards the spacious one already, so your words definitely helped make my choice! I’m securing the apartment now (wicked excited)!
It was especially helpful to hear from the law students, as my big fear with this one was the commute. I didn’t think that the commute might actually be nice! (It’s also not a bad commute, unless it is bad weather or I’m tired.)
Seattleite: I definitely was thinking about how it will make me exercise, which is without a doubt a plus. The current tenant mentioned it, too!
EC MD: Thanks for pointing that out – I really hadn’t thought of needing my space from the school sometimes, which is actually important to me (but I wasn’t thinking ahead).
springtime: Thanks for the perspective on the social benefit. I’m bad at actually going out, especially if it is far, to meet people, so that’s probably important to remember.
Lynnet: great to hear from someone who has experience with both distances!
momentsofabsurdity: The nice thing is that it is close to the BU Shuttle, the city bus, and between the B and C lines (though closer to the C), so I feel like I’ll have enough options to get places without worrying about the slow line.
big dipper: I was told it’s about a 25-30 minute walk from the apartment, which sounds nice when I want to clear my head or such! It’s good to know that others make that walk. Thanks!
BU2L: good to hear about the library. That definitely would have been a disappointing surprise!
Amy H.: That was my first reaction, but I checked into it due to the ridiculously low price (though I discovered that the spacious one is comparable assuming I get all four roommates). The current tenant was all about how she didn’t notice after the first few days and has been there years, but she’s obviously trying to get someone to take over her portion of the lease, so you’d expect her to say such things.
I think I hit all the additional points! Thanks again to everyone for pointing out things I hadn’t thought of and reaffirming my suspicions. It’s so helpful to be able to come to you all for stuff like this!
Anon
Is there anyone else who cannot stop eating some foods? I just ate a 4-serving bag of potato chips for breakfast. And I have brunch plans. ugh, feeling sick.
Ruby
yes, me, cookies, cake, ice cream. (8 mo preg though). I can’t stop eating them after anything else I get a huge craving, so I have dessert after every meal and snack. Going to give myself gestational diabetes. I often feel sick aftewards but it is like I can’t stop.
Coalea
Yes. There are certain things that I cannot keep in the house, or I will devour multiple servings in one sitting, to the point of feeling sick. Hope you feel better soon :)
layered bob
yep. I don’t buy potato chips, candy, or really junk food of any kind because I cannot be trusted with it in the house. Husband loves ice cream but keeps it in the back of the freezer; out of sight, out of mind for me.
Jacqueline
Yes — I cannot be trusted around kettle corn, toffee, or anything else that’s sweet/salty. Hope you feel better!
Anon 3L
Yup, Cheeze Its.
Bluejay
Potato chips do not enter my house. On the rare occasion they sneak in, they somehow dip themselves in sour cream and enter my mouth. Repeatedly, until the entire bag is gone.
I love you, potato chips. Never change.
KinCA
I don’t keep any kind of bite-sized candy in the house, like jelly beans/gummy bears/etc, because I’ll find myself at the bottom of the bag at an alarmingly fast rate.
momentsofabsurdity
Someone please talk me out of buying the Ann Taylor Tweed Zip suit, which is trendy and ridiculous looking but I really want it and I can get it for $125 so please tell me it’s an absurd and ridiculous buy.
IBL
Please just don’t. They make you look old and stuffy, which I imagine you are not.
Ruby
Don’t, don’t. Think about Two and a Half Men show and how that is all Charlie’s weird real estate broker mother ever wears, and looks awful. If you haven’t seen it, google some clips. It’s a terrible look. That’s why the price is low.
Damaged Hair
I have naturally curly hair. I overdid it with my flat-iron a few months ago and seriously damaged my hair. (I lost my curl completely!) I’ve avoided heat-styling since then, because I don’t want to do any further damage. My hair has started to grow back, and I’ve cut off as much as I can bear. Right now my hair looks pretty terrible- the top few inches are curly and the rest looks like straw. I’ve tried every hair product under the sun and nothing helps. I’m working as a law clerk at a law firm this summer and I need to look professional. What should I do? Straighten my hair so it looks neat and professional, even though this would likely cause further damage to my hair, or continue to avoid heat-styling, even if this means looking worse?
big dipper
Can you put it up? You could consider wearing some kind of up hairstyle – buns, tucks, etc. until it’s better. Pinterest has a million hairstyle ideas, if you have an account.
Also, you could talk to a hairstylist – they might be able to give you ideas on repairing your hair, or how to heat style without causing more damage.
IBL
+1 I was going to put the same suggestions.
Bluejay
Have you been to a stylist or did you cut it yourself? I’d suggest going to a stylist who specializes in curly hair, if you haven’t already.
A short look could be really cute with curly hair, so you really should consider cutting more off. Mine is really curly, and it looks really cute cut to around the jawline. You should also check out naturallycurly dot com for styling ideas or ideas for how to improve your hair’s health.
springtime
Ladies- I am running my first ever 10k tomorrow and want to create a playlist. Any songs you recommend?
Also, any motivational tips for the run? I am grossly unprepared (I took my friend’s spot when she got injured so I didn’t have much notice) so I’m worried I’m going to crash at mile 5!
Jacqueline
Good luck! You’ll be great — just really focus on pacing yourself at the beginning and don’t worry if it seems like everyone’s passing you. Many runners start too fast and burn out near the end. I always try to hold myself back (to the point where I feel like I’m going slower than my normal pace) for the first few miles. Then, when you really need it around mile 5, you’ll have the energy to start passing people, which is inspiring, and that’ll take you right to the finish!
For your playlist — well, my taste in running music veers toward teenybopper/embarrassing, but if you don’t mind that, here are some possibilities from my playlist:
“Starships” Nicki Minaj
“Feel So Close” Calvin Harris
“Lovestoned/I Think She Knows” Justin Timberlake
“Brokenhearted” Karmin
“Someone to Love Me” Mary J. Blige/P. Diddy
“Bounce” Calvin Harris feat. Kelis
“Turn Me On” David Guetta/Nicki Minaj
“Stronger” Kelly Clarkson
“Levels” Avicii (I LOVE this for running)
“So Fresh, So Clean” Outkast
“That’s Not My Name” Ting Tings
“Dancing On My Own” Robyn
“L.E.S. Artistes” Santigold
“Helena Beat” Foster The People
“Banquet” Bloc Party
SpaceMountain
Cake, “The Distance”
Rocky theme song, or Eye of the Tiger
Black Eyed Peas, “Pump It”
Springsteen, “Born to Run”
Or consider running without music and enjoying the experience of the race, chatting with the folks around you, and hearing the cheering at the end. And a quick tip about where to start — it’s been years since I ran a race, but you want to run near people who are running your pace. I’d figure that out by trying to start near people who looked like they had my body fat percentage. Far away from the super skinny runners at the front!
Bonnie
I play mental games with myself when I run. If you get to a point where you want to stop (especially on uphills), just tell yourself that you can run 100 more steps or one more song. When you’ve succeeded, repeat. Good luck!
roses
I have a ton – here is a random sampling, but please let me know if you want more or what type of music you like!
“Love Today” Mika
“Hey Lloyd I’m Ready to be Heartbroken” Camera Obscura
“Kids” MGMT
“Help I’m Alive” Metric
“Speakerphone” Kylie Minogue
“Catch my Disease” Ben Lee
“Heartbreak Stroll” The Raveonettes
“After Hours” We are Scientists
“Dance” Justice
“Tightrope” Janelle Monae
“Get In Line” I’m from Barcelona
“Yeah Yeah Yeah Song” Flaming Lips
“The Hill” Bombay Bicycle Club
“Pumped Up Kicks” (I prefer the DJ Hipst3er remix) Foster the People
“Single Ladies” Beyonce
“Born this Way” Lady Gaga
And good luck! You’ll be amazed I think at what you can do when you’re in the zone. Don’t be afraid to stop at the water stations – not only will it keep you hydrated and give you a bit of a break, it also gives you something to look forward to. I always make myself keep going by saying “I can stop at the next station in just X miles….” Starting towards the middle-back will do a lot to help you pace yourself; unless it’s a teeny tiny race, it’s usually quite crowded in the beginning and that forces you to go slow at first. Have fun!
Jacqueline
Anyone want to share favorite nail polish shades? I finally quit biting my nails, so I’m trying to give myself a fresh manicure once a week to keep it up. I just got Essie Merino Cool and Island Hopping (purply-griege and mauve, respectively), and I love Revlon Red for toes.
Anon
I love Essie’s Lacy Not Racey and Bahama Mama. Both purply. I need some new recs myself: medium-light skin with yellow undertones. I get a weekly mani to keep myself from biting too–it really does help. Congrats on quitting!
Amy H.
All of my favorites right now are Essie — I love Merino Cool too, along with Smokin’ Hot and Glamour Purse.
a.
Currently addicted to OPI Mod-ern Girl (orangey coral); longer-term favs are Sally Hansen Gunmetal (dark gray, a little shine) and OPI Moon Over Mumbai (light gray). I got Mod-ern Girl for my toes, but I love it so much I’ve been rocking the matching mani/pedi for the last three weeks.
Bluejay
I am in love with the Sally Hanson Salon Manicure line. It wears just as well as OPI. My current favorite colors are Commander in Chic (a plummy gray) and Calypso Blue, but I just bought three pinkish shades that I’m looking forward to trying out.
Scully
I bought the most awesome shade of hot pink/coral from the impulse-buy section at Sephora. It’s called Jealous, and it’s in a teeny-tiny bottle for $4.
I usually buy OPI, but I just picked up L’Oreal’s Now You Sea Me from the drug store. It’s a pretty gray- blue with hints of green. I was saving it for my toes, but used it on my hands as well and got tons of compliments.
30
Essie Mademoiselle – it just makes your nails look so pretty! My current favorite dark is OPI Road House Blues and current favorite bright is Nails, Inc. Portobello (which I actually saw mentioned here a while back and had to try out).
MissJackson
I’m currently obsessed with OPI’s “Are We There Yet?” which is a coraly-orange with a hint of shimmer.
My long-term favorites are: Butter London’s “All Hail the Queen” (beautiful neutral) and China Glaze’s “Ruby Slippers” (shimmer red — perfect around the holidays, but I wear it year round because I love it so much)
I also love all dark purple/aubergine shades (OPI’s “Honk if you Love OPI” and Butter London’s “LA Moss” for example) but I wear them more in fall/winter.
(I am ridiculously obsessed with polish)
Newly nail-obsessed
MissJackson – I also love dark purple/aubergine polish but have trouble with a lot of the formulas (I am still new at this!). Do you have any recommendations for particularly easy-to-apply polishes in these lovely shades?
MissJackson
Both the OPI Are We There Yet and the Butter London LA Moss have pretty good formulas. Butter London might be a smidge better, but it’s a lot more expensive! I’m a big fan of the OPI brush, too (it’s bigger than most polish brushes, which I think makes application easier, but ymmv).
A couple of thoughts, too:
Use a good base coat. I like the “sticky” base coats like CND Stickey and Orly Bonder.
The key is to apply 2-3 very thin layers of polish and to let it dry between layers. This takes awhile and is annoying, but really does lead to better results.
Finally, a good, fast-drying top coat can work miracles. I swear by Seche Vite, which you can find at Sally Beauty supply.
Newly nail-obsessed
Thanks!
1L-2L (formerly 1L)
Two things.
1. I finished 1L!!! So I’m technically now a 1L-2L, lol.
2. I know this is late but I need some advice from you professionals out there. I’m job shadowing a lawyer at a firm next week for a day, and we’re going out to lunch a few blocks away. I’m assuming we’ll walk. I don’t want to be hobbling behind him in heels but I think flats look frumpy with my suit. Is it weird if I excuse myself, go to the bathroom, change shoes and wear flats to lunch so I don’t seem like “that girl?”
TIA! :) Hope everyone’s having a great weekend.
IBL
I imagine most, including him, will not notice. Go for it, but check your pant length in both shoes first. You might also consider a lower/wider heel.
Rose in Bloom
Congrats on finishing! I liked 2L so much more than 1L even though I was a lot busier.
As for the shoe issue, can you wear a pair of nice wedges? If you do decide to change, I doubt he will notice unless you are suddenly 4″ shorter. If you are not comfortable taking long strides in heels in general, it is a useful skill to practice as you never know when you might be called to walk somewhere without warning.
Alanna of Trebond
Change into flats or wear flats all day–either one is fine. If you are in NYC, I would definitely wear flats for lunch, especially downtown, because the male partners will walk over grates and other fun things and not notice that you are balancing completely on the front of your foot. (from experience!). Your city, if it is not NYC, may have similar obstacles.
Lonely
Anon for this:
There are some Saturdays that I feel so terribly lonely that I wish I had to go into work (and if I did, I would actually be all alone there, bc folks don’t come in on weekends). I’m 30, I have a handful of lovely friends, an amazing boyfriend (with his own very demanding career), and a decently good relationship with my family. I’m in good health, good shape, and I generally love my extremely demanding public service job. I also really enjoy long walks/ runs/window shopping/getting a mani/ going to the gym/ reading novels in the park/ cooking/ streaming movies on netflix, so I’m generally pretty good at entertaining myself when I have a solo day that stretches on. (These days aren’t really predictable enough to find a dedicated volunteer gig). But there are some down times when everyone else seems busier with their lives and I feel just…forgotten. And pathetic, and then I can’t bear my own company for one more minute. I’ve tried therapy for anxiety and depression (2x week for 2 years: it actually helped a lot and then I reached a natural end point with it about a year ago). I’ve also tried just leaning into the feelings and having a good cry. But today is an extra-hard day.
Anon for this, too
<3
I know the feeling. I don't have all that you have, but I have a good life for the most part (for which I'm very grateful). I love being alone most of the time. However, I have similar times to this, where I wonder why I am alone, pathetic, frustrated about how my friends must not be whatever, etc.
It's tough, but I do understand or can at least relate.
If you ever want to talk, let me know.
Also Anon
Speaking as a fellow traveler (anxiety/depression), I’d say to force yourself to leave your house now. Don’t even shower if you’re feeling really dug-in. Just comb your hair and wash your face (now do I sound like your mom?). Go outside. Maybe treat yourself to a movie, and maybe even sneak in some yummy and healthy takeout (sushi?) (I always feel very bada$$ and renegade about bringing good food into a movie). or take a walk. If you feel up to it, call someone you love (a great aunt? an undergrad roommate) that you’re thinking of them. Give money to homeless people.
And hugs to you both.
Bluejay
I’m introverted so I don’t feel that way a lot, but I feel that way sometimes. Sometimes it helps to wallow in self pity and watch a Law and Order marathon with a bottle of wine, but more often it helps to go out somewhere where you can meet people. Why don’t you head to a nearby bar, order a glass of wine, read your book and chat with the bartender? Or go to a museum?
Tired Squared
I know exactly what you’re talking about… and I find myself sitting at home wondering how I can possibly be “alone” when I have friends/family/etc and then feeling pathetic because “no one else can be going through this.”
It’s not just you, I promise. And if you just need to email an anonymous Internet person to chat, let me know. –hugs–
Silvercurls
No magic solutions here, just reassurance that you’re not alone. My hard times happen at dinner time when my husband is working late and our son and I are home together, tired and without much energy. I’m at the stage of having recognized my problem but not yet having found a solution. I suspect the answer will be *anything* that breaks the pattern of sitting around feeling lonely, sad and also exasperated with myself for discounting the many good parts of my life/our lives. Small housekeeping tasks? playing a game with our son? reading something soothing? doing a few stretches? We’ll see… Good luck to you, and be kind to yourself. A little bit of gloom every so often isn’t terrible as long as it doesn’t expand to take over the whole of your life.
momentsofabsurdity
Not a lot of advice, just support here. I feel that way sometimes. What helps is thinking of unplanned time as “me” time and encouraging myself to get out of the house. Oh, no one’s free on Saturday night? Well that means I can book a massage for Saturday afternoon and take a relaxing long hot shower after.
Nothing wrong with a day here or there just curled up in bed watching movies – I try to tell myself those free blocks are just my relaxation reward for working so hard the rest of the week, and they are time I can spend on ME, with no other demands. It sounds like you’re doing this and I think when you start to get the blues, going out and doing something small but fun for yourself (buy a great new sweater on sale! get a quick manicure! go for a run and enjoy the spring air!) can really turn everything around.
roses
Go to meetup.com. There’s bound to be something going on tonight that lines up with something you’re interested in (even if it’s just meeting at a bar!). Or text your boyfriend. Or catch up on the phone with someone you haven’t talked to in a while. I get in these moods too, and I don’t consider myself to have anxiety/depression problems at all – I just get to breaking points where I need human interaction. Fulfilling that need when you have it is essential!
anonthree
I totally, totally, know how you feel. It’s an awful feeling. Like you, I have lots of friends, good family relationships, and usually plenty of things going on. But sometimes I’ll just feel like everyone is going on with their lives without me, busier than I am, and I wonder if anyone is even giving me much thought. It’s the worst when I go to the grocery store or something and just see all these people (who I don’t even know) going about their busy lives… it makes me feel lost and sad for some reason, and I have no idea why.
Anyway, I don’t really have advice — just know that you are definitely not alone in this. Therapy helps. You may be at a point where it makes sense to return, just so you can work through some of these thoughts with a professional who can help you channel them into something more positive.
Silvercurls
Just had another thought: try doing something religious or spiritual? This could be expressed as sitting quietly and meditating, doing yoga, reading a text you find meaningful (could be history or poetry–anything that helps you feel connected to the larger world), doing research on the Web, or dropping into a house of worship. I’m not campaigning for any particular faith or affiliation. If you’re not inclined towards organized religion or personal spirituality, that’s truly okay and you’re in good company. It just struck me, rereading everyone’s replies that maybe I should try this myself the next time I get blue. FWIW I’m “religious” but liberally so (not part of a strictly traditional congregation or lifestyle), so my own response to this suggestion might be reading poetry or doing something to make our home more comfortable for the next time my family and/or guests want to gather together. I wouldn’t necessarily sit down to read Biblical texts.
AnonForThisToo
I just wanted you to know that you’re not alone in feeling like this! I’m actually having one of those weekends right now, so I can definitely empathize with you. In order to help combat the “weekend blues” I sometimes experience when I have a day to myself, I try to go to an exercise class on both Saturday and Sunday for a) the endorphins and b) the social aspect of interacting with the teacher/other students/etc. It definitely helps!
Also, the other thing I’ve been doing lately is looking at my life from an outsider’s perspective to try and help me appreciate all of the great things I have in my life: good, well-paying job with benefits, great (if not really busy) boyfriend, loving friends, slightly dysfunctional but supportive family, love the area I live in, etc. For some strange reason, acknowledging all of the good things while still giving myself permission to still feel lonely, sad or anxious actually helps. It’s almost like it helps me realize that there’s nothing really majorly wrong going on in my life, I’m just having a bad day and that those are okay, everyone has them.
Also, I tend to get these feelings much more intensely and frequently in the week before my period. I’m seeing my doctor on Thursday and thinking about asking for some kind of anxiety or depression medication to take during that time, because sometimes it is unbearable.
anon 4 this
I often feel the same way. No real long term solutions, but when I’m feeling especially down, I do things to take my mind completely off of it – running/gym if the weather is nice, baking or cooking (I highly recommend this. Not only are both tasks labor intensive, they also can take up a lot of time, so by time you’re done your friends or boyfriend or family may be available to hang out. And oh yeah, the end result sweetens the deal), reading somewhere NOT in my apartment, etc.
Anon
Second on attempting to leave the house, even just to pick up the mail. It’s easy to assume that others are busy, but that’s not necessarily the case. Is there an interest you want to pursue that your boyfriend, friends, or family aren’t interested in?
I have had sad hermit weekends more often than not, and it’s a relief to finally be able to afford help. Take care (literally).
Houda
Ladies I need your help. I need a gift for 2 children 1 girl aged around 7 and a boy around 4.
I am travelling to Pittsbugh in few weeks and would like to get them Jewish themed gifts.
For the boy, I would like a little children Kippa with something fun on it. I couldn’t find many online. I have no problem going to a real shop if it is in Pittsburgh.
For the girl I have no idea so hoping you’d chime in.
Any suggestions welcome.
Silvercurls
Hmmm…. there are lots of Jewish books for children. This may be too much information below, so I’ll give you my quick response here: if you can, find out the girl’s reading level and interests and then either go to a bookstore in Pittsburgh or shop online if this works for you before your trip. I can’t recommend a bookstore, Judaica store, or children’s bookstore in Pittsburg but maybe someone else can!
I just did a quick Google search on “Jewish Children’s Books.” This turned up “My Favorite Jewish Children’s Books/A Listmania! list by F. Greene “Rabbi Fred Greene.” His list included “The Keeping Quilt” by Patricia Polacco. Charming story of how a quilt is handed down the maternal line of family, but it’s described as “for ages 4 and older” so might be too young if the girl is reading at an advanced level.
My son enjoyed both “Passover Magic” by Roni Schotter/illustrations by Marilyn Hafner (ages 4-8) and “The Shabbat Box” by Lesley Simpson/illustrations by Nichole in den Bosch (oops–described as for ages 4-6). The illustrations for both are beautiful.
Houda
Thanks for the suggestion.
I am from Morocco and only visiting the US, the kids are Moroccan (Sefardic jewish) so they can only read French. So I might have to skip on books.
TCFKAG
Houda — if you go into most American book stores, you may be able to find Jewish picture books. Another idea is to zip into a jewelry store and get a pretty star of David necklace for the little girl. If you googled, you may even be able to find a store in Pittsburgh that specializes in French language books in Pittsburgh, you never know.
Otherwise, if you’re willing to go off the Jewish themed things, maybe fun Pittsburgh t-shirts or hats (for the boys, they could substitute for a Kippa when they don’t want to wear them). Also, for the girl, if I remember correctly, they need to cover their head in temple, so maybe a nice scarf?
TCFKAG
This Wikipedia site may help you find a neighborhood where you can find good stores!
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jewish_history_in_Pittsburgh
momentsofabsurdity
I don’t know if this is helpful, but the children’s section on this site is expansive and seems to have handpainted kippas.
http://www.eichlers.com/ProductList/Children's_Section/Hand_Painted_Childrens_Suede_Kippas.html
Tulliver
Pittsburgh! That’s my city! If you don’t manage to find gifts before you get here, you can definitely find something at one of the judaica shops on Murray Avenue in the Squirrel Hill neighborhood. Pinskers has the best selection, in my experience.
Houda
Haha, that’s the neighborhood where I’m staying.. so I’ll stroll around and see
Tulliver
Enjoy your trip! Hopefully our weather will improve by the time you get here.
ShortieK
Pittsburgh!
I can’t help with gift recommendations, but you should have no problem finding suitable gifts.
Pinskers Books and Judaica is right on Murray ave, between Beacon and Hobbart.
I haven’t been there so I can’t speak for the selection, but it has a large and nice storefront?
(They’re also next door to Chaya, which is our favorite Japanese Restaurant.)
If you’re staying in Sq Hill, there are probably others in the immediate area as well. Squirell Hill has a strong Jewish community! Murray is the main shopping street, starting at Forbes ave (where the JCC is located) ad going steeply downhill for several blocks. It’s a great area and bring good walking shoes.
There’s a French library/bookstore on Grant ave in Millvale. “Les id’ees”, but you would need a car to get there from Sq Hill. I’m not sure how extensive the child’s section is, but I think they have odd hours (only on Saturday or something?) so I would call ahead to check.
MissJackson
+1 to Tulliver and ShortieK’s recommendations — there are several shops on Murray Avenue (a main drag in Squirrel Hill) where you will be able to find a good selection of gifts.
Jewish Gifts
When I was a 7 year old Jewish girl, I devoured Sydney Taylor’s “All of a Kind Family” series.
But really, you can’t go wrong with Jewish families giving their kids any book. How about choosing a Caldecott or Newberry Award winner for the proper age ranges?
If it doesn’t have to be a tangible gift, I always give tree planting certificates from the Jewish National Fund. They have a very user-friendly website (JNF dot org) and some children-themed certificates to personalize.
Jewish Gifts
I just realized that the gift recipients don’t read English. (Are they going to live in the US long enough to learn?) I have no idea whether the “All of a Kind Family” books have been translated into French. If they haven’t been, they should be because they are more Jewish than American, so the story would be relevant anywhere.
But what about Dr. Seuss classics in Hebrew? I have seen Cat in the Hat etc in Hebrew. If the kids are learning any Hebrew at all — even just the ABC’s — they will be able to sound them out. I will post a link in the next reply.
Houda
They live between Morocco and France, they speak French but are learning the aleph bet.
I will look up books just in case.
Jewish Gifts
Oh, I misunderstood. I thought they lived in Pittsburgh. In that case, I definitely vote in favor of Hebrew Dr. Suess.
I also have ordered from wwwDOT jewishbrideDOTcom a couple times. Not for bridal things. Once, I ordered a tallit for myself. Another time I ordered two silver baby cups with the aleph bet around the rim. Both times, I was very happy with the merchandise and the service. I think they ship internationally.
Have a good trip!
Jewish Gifts
http://www.milechai.com/product/children_hebrewbooks/children_hebrew_books.htm
Bluejay
These were my favorite books!
LawyrChk
Probably an overshare, but: I’ve been noticing for a while that my bras are looking kind of tired and are falling apart. Finally got around to scheduling a lingerie-buying spree at Intimacy yesterday. Apparently I’ve been squeezing the girls into 34B’s when I should’ve been wearing 32D’s. I never would have guessed I was a D cup by looking in the mirror, but they fit great! I got 3 bras for around $370, and I’m already planning how I’m going to pay for more.
Houda
Is there a way to get measured at a shop without feeling obliged to buy?
I have bra-fitting on my to-do list for my upcoming visit to the US but don’t have the heart to spend 100+ on a bra
TCFKAG
Houda, there is SOME disagreement on this, but I’m of the opinion that you can get measured at Nordstroms without buying (sales people work on the assumption that some sales won’t pan out). Plus, there are definitely bras there under the $100 mark and everyone on here says they do a really good job.
Tired Squared
I think you can get measured at a bra store or a Nordstrom’s without feeling obligated to buy. I prefer Nordstrom’s, because they have options in my somewhat unusual size, in a variety of price ranges.
In my experience, after a measuring, the salesperson generally brings a selection of bras to try on — and they have always been within my specified price range. If I like the way something looks and fits and I can afford it, then I buy it. If I like the look/fit but it’s out of my price range, I let the salesperson know, and she takes down my name and number to call me when the item goes on sale. (I’ve gotten cute, well-fitting bras for very reasonable prices this way). But if don’t like my options, then I thank the salesperson and call it a day.
LawyrChk
The place I went had some options in the $50 to $60 range — just turned out that they were more “pretty” and not the well-constructed everyday basics I was looking for. I wouldn’t feel obligated to buy a lot, but I’d feel a bit strange not buying anything if they did find options that I liked. You should not feel obligated if you did not find something you wanted to purchase, but the salespeople do work on commission.
attiredattorney
When I got fitted at Intimacy, they wouldn’t bring me a bra under $100. I bought one, then walked across the mall to Nordstrom’s where I bought another of the same variety for $60. Then I came home and bought two more on Amazon for $40 each, with free shipping (Prima Donna and Le Mystere, if anyone is interested).
All that to be said, can you be fitted without buying? Sure. But I still like to compensate my salesperson’s time if they are actually helpful, and there’s a way to do it without breaking the bank.
Bluejay
Nordstrom has a lot of bras in the $50 and under range, especially if you’re a relatively small size (under a DD). If you tell the clerk that’s your budget, she’ll bring you things within your range. They aren’t usually that pushy.
Having said that, I don’t think Nordstrom always does a great job fitting. I like these self-fitting instructions: http://www.knickersblog.com/the-do-it-yourself-bra-fitting-guide/1083
M-C
Why would you get measured at some place that you don’t trust enough to buy at least one bra? Why would finding out how much better things could be not lead to wanting to stay like that at least a bit? And why do you think people recommend going to a good store to get measured? Obviously you’re already living in the results of doing it yourself, is that truly satisfactory? If you want skill, and this isn’t a common or easy to acquire skill, then you should expect to pay for it.
Leslie Knope
I would be happy to pay $15-$20 for the 7 minutes that my bra fitter spent with me at Intimacy. I wish they would offer a separately-charged fitting fee that would be waived if you end up buying a bra there. Doesn’t that make more sense?
Niktaw
Now that you know the brands and models that fit you, buy them online! There are many discount websites: Her Room , Bare Necessities – can’t remember the others.
Two weekend threads?
Kat, any chance we can get one weekend open thread like you have now and then another one that opens on Saturday night or something? I think you can schedule it automatically so you don’t have to actually physically do it, but breaking it up might help make it more manageable to follow because there are so many comments.
attiredattorney
Hey Corporettes! Any thoughts on what to wear on a long international flight when traveling with work superiors? I’m heading East Coast to China this summer for a two week trip, and I’m at a loss at what to wear on the plane. It’s a government/dignitary type trip, and we’re a “suits 4x week” kind of office. We have some down time after we arrive, so it’s not like I’ll need to be wearing a suit for an immediate business meeting the moment we step out of the airport, but I’m still not sure what protocol would suggest I wear.
Currently, I’m leaning towards a friend’s suggestion of a nice/work appropriate knit/jersey dress with flats and a scarf and/or cardigan. Any other outfit suggestions?
Ruby
For long haul including China, I wear comfortable, breathable pants (Gap cotton stretch or such) that look bus cas but feel as much like pajamas as possible- it is a long time, dyhydrating, sleeping, etc. My last Beijing flight (Delta) was super hot both directions and I had stretchy thin trouser jeans that are normally so comfortable but I was so overheated.
I wear slip on flat shoes since you up/down to broom a lot and airport, layered tops like a double weave cotton tee (again- breathable)- synthetic tops are tempting as they don’t wrinkle and look a little more formal but can be uncomfortable after 15 hours- with a very thin cardigan and sometimes a warmer top layer option too like a thick open front cardigan. In business class with good blankets you don’t need as many layers but I like to be prepared. I think wearing a suit would be odd and I’d never wear dresses on a plane but that’s me, I sit and sleep in all kinds of positions and can get cold easily.
I then use this outfit to walk around in the evenings, do to dinner, etc. out of the suits.
Bluejay
When I travel for business I normally wear all black, because it’s not going to show sweat, spills, etc. I usually wear knit pants that could sort of pass for normal pants (like the Lands End Starfish pants or a similar style), although if you don’t think you’ll get cold, a long knit skirt would be a good choice (I like the Gap A-line foldover skirt). A wide-legged, comfy pair of trousers also works. You could also do a tunic sweater over leggings. I would not wear a shorter dress or skirt without leggings underneath, because it gets cold on trans-oceanic flights. Also, if you wear any kind of dress or skirt, be forewarned that if you get selected for a pat down it will be VERY, umm, intimate. And please, wear a comfortable bra; you’re going to be in it for like 24 hours.
For shoes, I really don’t think you should wear unsupportive flats; nor should you wear heels. On a flight that long, your feet and ankles can swell, and you need support. I would either wear sneakers or a supportive shoe like Danskos. Once or twice I’ve failed to take my own advice on footwear , and I’ve seriously ended up with a swollen ankle for several days.
So I guess if I were you I’d wear my most comfortable work trousers (if you have some), a knit top with sports bra, and nice-looking sneakers. Second choice would be a long tunic or dress over leggings with sneakers or Dansko-type shoes.
Coach Laura
I like flat Puma shoes in black that are slip-on. Also, I would also suggest Privo black flat slip-ons. Just as comfortable as sneakers but more unobtrusive.
momentsofabsurdity
I take a lot of ultra-long range flights, and I tend not to wear dresses on planes because I get cold (on long flights like those, you will probably sleep and your core body temperature will drop , so I try to plan for layers) so I definitely second the suggestion of a tunic sweater or dress (maybe over a cami – something like this http://www.bluefly.com/Magaschoni-acacia-rose-cashmere-scoop-neck-tunic-sweater/COLOR_CROSS-SELL/317989303/detail.fly;jsessionid=a0x9+VJL+hDxVLcgb3S2Uw**.bluefly_node13), leggings and flat shoes. You can dress it up/make it a bit more formal with a scarf or jewelry, which are easy to take off and put back on on the flight or right afterward. I very, very, very much suggest, if possible, to wear a comfortable bra, especially one without underwire, and breathable cotton undies. Throw in a toothbrush, change of underwear (even just changing into a fresh sweater or dress will make you feel refreshed) for when you land.
Ruby
agree on comfortable bra- I have the seamless/wireless kind, barely there i think they are called- and shoes- mine are usually slip on black puma sneakers or flat loafer/flat combo type shoes made by lifestride or such with support. yep the swelling is bad, need roomy shoes.
i’d never wear leggings in any professional setting, and don’t typically see that in business class, but get that each industry has its own norms.
also agree on wearing all black or dark- it makes the cotton type fabrics seem more acceptable.
have fun! been to china before? my absolute favorite thing there, and actually it is one of my favorite things anywhere, is to wake up really early (jet lag) and cab to a major public park or site (temple of heaven in beijing- tops, bund in shanghai) and join in the elderly exercises. tai chi, dancing, hackysack… it is just so sweet and fun and they are welcoming. even the pollution seems like a magical foggy mist between 6-8am. i hope this tradition isn’t totally lost on the newer generations- it’s really something to behold how active and cheerful and communal the elderly population is. there are also great public dancing spots in the pm with all ages- forget the name of the main pedestrian shopping street in beijing but it has a plaza with hundreds dancing in evenings. nice to get out of super busy work days and events even for a brief hour to see and join something rejuvenating.
of course, i got robbed in an alley last time by a rickshaw driver (long story, no cabs allowed at rush hour per pollution laws, but was late to business meeting…) and something even worse.. so as anywhere good to be alert though sometimes things just happen. unlike the usa my sense is crime there is usually pretty harmless (money not violent) but still- i’ve had a few scary moments. sure is an interesting place and land of contrasts.
BlueToo
I find a pashmina or equivalent extrememly useful on this kind of trip for warmth, comfort and style. Personally I go for loose linen-mix trousers for comfort (although they can get quite wrinkled, black shows less) with cotton layers on top.
My feet swell so much it’s quite uncomfortable to wear shoes the whole flight, so I bring a pair of warm socks for the flight itself, wear the smarter end of sport-style shoes that can be fastened loosely for arrival, and try to get up and walk around a few times during the flight.
A clean T-shirt, underwear and pair of socks in your hand luggage can help you feel clean and refreshed with just a quick change in the bathroom. Oh, and a toothbrush and lipstick.
NOLA
J. Jill’s wearever line could be really comfortable for something like this. Maybe the straight leg pants, a tank, and cascade jacket with a pashmina.
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