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Sheets and Duvet Covers
It’s been a few years since I’ve needed to purchase sheets and a duvet cover. (The last time I did it, Linens’n Things was still in business.)
Where do ‘rettes typically shop for these?
TIA
SBD
Bed Bath & Beyond!
Backgrounder
Overstock.com although you take a gamble with not being able to feel/see the duvet cover/sheets in person.
Anonymous
IKEA. Seriously. And I wait for sales.
anon
I’m a fan of Royal Velvet sheets from Bed Bath and Beyond, and Ikea for duvet colors (I like their designs a lot).
meme
Costco.
AccountingNerd
Odd question that came to me as I was ironing my clothes for the week: is it unprofessional to always roll up the sleeves to your button-down collared shirts? Once I get to my desk in the morning, I always roll up my sleeves. Is that tacky? I was trying to remember, and I don’t think I’ve seen many people do this at work. FWIW, I work in govt finance. Business casual..most people don’t even wear button-downs, but they are my go-to.
JessC
Unless I am/will be wearing a suit jacket, over it I frequently roll up the sleeves on my button fronts. I just make sure that the “rolls” are neat and flat as opposed to being bunched up. A lot of times I roll up the sleeves before I even put the shirt on in the morning!
Mel D
I think if you’re going for the crisp, professional look of a button-down, rolling up the sleeves ruins the look. I know a lot of people who prefer having a 3/4 sleeve, so why not just buy the 3/4 length to start with?
Anonymous
The cuffs separate (read: tear away from, rip) from the sleeve when you bend your arms.