Hello, gorgeous. It’s hard to pinpoint which aspect I like the most about these shoes — the deep malachite color, the stiletto heel, the snake-printed leather, the rounded toe… it’s tough. They’re $325 at Tory Burch, available for pre-order. Marianne Pump (L-2)
Coffee Break – Freshwater Pearl Pendant with Diamonds
I’m normally opposed to diamonds for the office, but I think this pearl drop necklace is classic enough to break that little rule. I love the simple shape and the white gold setting — and the fact that it’s on deep discount at Lord & Taylor. The necklace was $1,000, but is now marked to … Read More about Coffee Break – Freshwater Pearl Pendant with Diamonds
Coffee Break – Leather Obi Waist Belt
I’m digging this leather obi belt from ASOS. You can use this to spice up your usual sheath dress or cardigan, or even to add an interesting detail under a blazer (almost like a vest, but… not.) I’d probably skip the bow and just knot it, but that’s me. The belt is $26.51-$33.14 in regular … Read More about Coffee Break – Leather Obi Waist Belt
Coffee Break – Collection Lara calf hair peep-toe heels
J.Crew has a number of really cute heels marked down. (They call them “midheels” but do note, they’re all higher than 2.5,” which to me is in the beginning of the “high” category.) Anyway: love the calf hair, love the animal print, and love the ankle strap. These were $350, but are now marked to … Read More about Coffee Break – Collection Lara calf hair peep-toe heels
Coffee Break – Cynthia Doctor Satchel
Ooh: cute textured bag from Ivanka Trump. I think the quilted synthetic leather looks really lux, and a bit foreign and mysterious — I looked at the picture here and wondered, what is that? Considering the price, I knew it wasn’t ostrich or some other exotic animal — but in real life, people won’t have … Read More about Coffee Break – Cynthia Doctor Satchel
Coffee Break – Katia Essential Wallet
If you’ve been hunting for an affordable wallet, consider an oilcloth one — you can often get a really colorful, fun piece that holds up quite well in your purse. This lovely purple one from Boje Designs (available in another 3 colors) is $34 at Amazon. Boje Designs Katia Essential Wallet (L-2)
Coffee Break – Ninfea 1 Pump
At first I thought these shoes had cutouts to resemble polkadots — but really, they’re made entirely of patent leather flowers. (Daisies, I believe; flowers are not my strong point.) No, the pumps are not for everyone, but I think these could be a great way to accessorize a casual day at the office. They’re … Read More about Coffee Break – Ninfea 1 Pump
Coffee Break – Give It a Swirl Triple Row Necklace
Oooh: speaking of cute necklaces, check out this gorgeous “Give it a Swirl” triple row necklace. I’m all about the bright, colorful necklaces right now, and I love this one in African violet. It’s $148 at Piperlime, but you can use code “me” to get 20% off sitewide (ends 7/24). Give It a Swirl Triple … Read More about Coffee Break – Give It a Swirl Triple Row Necklace
Coffee Break – Zigzag Patchwork Scarf
I think this zigzag patchwork scarf is really fun. While it’s definitely inspired by Missoni, I think it’s sufficiently different that it isn’t a total knockoff. I love the cool mix of colors and shapes, and I think it would look great tucked under the collar of a blazer, or around your neck on a … Read More about Coffee Break – Zigzag Patchwork Scarf
Coffee Break – Phoebe Tote
I really love this canvas and leather tote bag from Vince Camuto. Cobalt snake with teal accents? Sign me up. I really like that there are many interior pockets — perfect for your technology. It was $198, but is now marked to $118 at Piperlime. Vince Camuto Phoebe Tote Handbag (L-2)
Coffee Break – Knoyzz Pump
How do we feel about Steve Madden shoes? I’ll admit that I wore them almost exclusively in my early 20s, but I haven’t really tested the waters since. But: hello, purple pump, highly rated on the Steve Madden site, and at a great price: $35 (was $90). Limited sizes only, alas (even more so for … Read More about Coffee Break – Knoyzz Pump
Coffee Break – Nano Lip Liner in Native Nude
I recently decided to replace my super-old (worn to a nub!) lip liner. So I poked around online, looking for a “nude for me” kind of lip liner. (I should clarify here: unlike some women who use their lip liner as a base for lipstick by filling in their entire lips, and unlike some women … Read More about Coffee Break – Nano Lip Liner in Native Nude