Suit of the Week: Ann Taylor Karlee Suit

What a gorgeous black navy skirt suit. When we refer to wearing a dress with a cropped jacket, this is almost exactly what we have in mind. We love the cut of the suit, the texture of the fabric, and especially the pockets — “raw edge pleated trim” is apparently code for “cool”. The jacket is $219, and the matching skirt is $109. (We will admit, we wish the skirt were a smidge longer.) UPDATE:  As one reader informs us, the color is actually navy — not black. Alas! It is still a gorgeous suit, though.

Sales of note for 12.5

• Nordstrom – Cyber Monday Deals Extended, up to 60% off thousands of new markdowns — great deals on Natori, Vince, Theory, Boss, Cole Haan, Tory Burch, Rothy's, and Weitzman, as well as gift ideas like Barefoot Dreams and Parachute — Dyson is new to sale, 16-23% off, and 3x points on beauty purchases.
• Ann Taylor – up to 50% off everything
• Banana Republic Factory – up to 50% off everything + extra 25% off
• Design Within Reach – 25% off sitewide (including reader-favorite office chairs Herman Miller Aeron and Sayl!) (sale extended)
• Eloquii – up to 60% off select styles
• J.Crew – 1200 styles from $20
• J.Crew Factory – 50-70% off everything + extra 20% off $100+
• Macy's – Extra 30% off the best brands and 15% off beauty
• Spanx – Lots of workwear on sale, some up to 70% off, plus free shipping on everything (and 20% off your first order)
• Steelcase – 25% off sitewide, including reader-favorite office chairs Leap and Gesture (sale extended)
• Talbots – 40% off your entire purchase and free shipping $125+

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

Some of our latest threadjacks include:

• What to say to friends and family who threaten to not vote?
• What boots do you expect to wear this fall and winter?
• What beauty treatments do you do on a regular basis to look polished?
• Can I skip the annual family event my workplace holds, even if I'm a manager?
• What small steps can I take today to get myself a little more “together” and not feel so frazzled all of the time?
• The oldest daughter is America's social safety net — change my mind…
• What have you lost your taste for as you've aged?
• Tell me about your favorite adventure travels…