I’m liking this pale, jangly necklace from Target, of all places. While it doesn’t look like much in this picture, I loved it when I saw it a week or so ago on style blogger Jessica Quirk — and for $16, how can you go wrong? Target Faceted Ball Necklace (L-2)
Coffee Break: Tissue Weight Wool and Cashmere Wrap
One of my must-haves for spring and fall is always a lightweight (but warm!) scarf or wrap. It’s great to fold neatly (and maybe even place it in a Ziploc to protect it), and carry it with you always in case you need extra warmth on a windy spring day. (It’s also great for those … Read More about Coffee Break: Tissue Weight Wool and Cashmere Wrap
Coffee Break: Chelsea PT MJ Lo Pump
Basics can be funny things — to some women, metallic shoes are “basics” because they can wear them with everything — the same way that I would wear, say, a leopard blazer or animal print heels with almost anything in my wardrobe. (Admittedly, my wardrobe is primarily dark solids, and I would probably wear it … Read More about Coffee Break: Chelsea PT MJ Lo Pump
Coffee Break: Btalia Satchel
It isn’t surprising that I like this bag: it’s clearly inspired by the Balenciaga bags that I’ve been drooling over for many moons. I normally don’t like things that are so clearly “inspired by,” but for $65-$88, it’s hard to say that it isn’t a great way to at least “try” the style. I like … Read More about Coffee Break: Btalia Satchel
Coffee Break: Pave Gold Diamond X Ring
Today is the final day of the ShopBop Friends & Family sale, where you can take 25% off tons of their curated collection of hip basics. Although the “editor’s picks” at ShopBop are pretty across-the-board great, I’m a fan in particular of their jewelry department — it all seems cool and lovely and interesting and … Read More about Coffee Break: Pave Gold Diamond X Ring
Coffee Break: Bedford Tassel Shoulder Bag
Ooh, pretty. I’m loving this bright, happy green bag with a nice textured leather. It looks fun, and springy, and if you don’t already own a bag this color, you’ll be shocked at how versatile it is. The bag was $298, but is now marked to $199 at Nordstrom. Michael Michael Kors Bedford Tassel Shoulder … Read More about Coffee Break: Bedford Tassel Shoulder Bag
Coffee Break: Cynthia Avant Heels
Peep toes, of course, are not appropriate for every office. That said, though: I do like these basic pumps from the Clarks Artisan collection, one of the big reader favorites from our Guide to Comfortable Heels. For once the wood grain heel isn’t annoying me, and I like the very basic colors offered (tan, “nude … Read More about Coffee Break: Cynthia Avant Heels
Coffee Break: Classic Q Hillier Leather Hobo
One of these days I’m going to have to add a Marc by Marc Jacobs bag to my collection because I’m constantly drooling over the Classic Q line. I like this leather hobo in contrasting colors — and for once I like the red version better than the blue (although I love the blue accents … Read More about Coffee Break: Classic Q Hillier Leather Hobo
Coffee Break: Coastal Rain Coat
We seem to be making the shift towards warmer weather (finally!) so I’m hunting for a bright, happy raincoat to add to my collection — and Lands’ End seems to have a ton that are marked down today. I always prefer unbelted styles to belted ones (hence this pick, which also comes in a royal … Read More about Coffee Break: Coastal Rain Coat
How to Wear Heels (If You’re Used to Flats)
How can you wear heels, if you’re used to flats? Which are the best first heels to buy? How do you make the transition smoothly and effectively? Reader J wonders:
Coffee Break: Siren Call Flats
I originally had my eye on these 3.5″ wedge heels to post, but then I started looking through all of the Seychelles shoes (so. many. cute. wedges!) and found these adorable mini-wedges — basically flats. As I’ve said before, I personally have a heckuva time finding comfortable ballet flats, so I love any strappy flat … Read More about Coffee Break: Siren Call Flats
Coffee Break: Delia Asymmetric Patent Pump
I was perusing Bergdorf Goodman’s “just in” items the other day and suddenly found myself obsessed with these pumps (pictured on someone modeling leather leggings). On closer inspection, I fell even deeper in love — the textured patent leather! The adjustable ankle strap! And, of course, that asymmetric vamp strap. Lurve. I’m less in love … Read More about Coffee Break: Delia Asymmetric Patent Pump