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 11/6:

• Nordstrom – Early Black Friday sale! Up to 25% off fashion + 15% off all fragrance
• Sephora – Savings Event! 10-20% off for members, and 30% off Sephora Collection
• Ann Taylor – 25% off your purchase, and $50 off $200
• Brooklinen – Surprise weekend sale, 20% off
• Electric Picks – 25% off
• J.Crew – 2400+ markdowns
• J.Crew Factory – Extra 50% off clearance
• M.M.LaFleur – Save 20% on suiting and dresses! Try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off on other items)
• Talbots – Enjoy 30% off your entire purchase

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

Some of our latest threadjacks include:

• needing basic makeup help for the office
• supervising an employee struggling with being prepared
• how to become enthusiastic about your career again
• starting Zepbound and getting enough protein