Wow: I’m not that familiar with the brand Jean-Michel Cazabat, but apparently these shoes (which look really cute!) retail for around $345. Not today — one of 6pm.com’s sales of the day is this designer blowout (including these shoes) and they are now marked 86% off, down to $49.95. Insane! Inventory is going fast so … Read More about Coffee Break – Chika Pumps
Coffee Break – Sapphire Pump
Reader E wrote in a while ago to recommend this good-looking shoe from Isola, the newest line from the same folks who make Sofft and Born shoes. She notes: “Had not tried the brand before, but it is a bit higher of a heel than a more black cherry patent pump I have from Soft. … Read More about Coffee Break – Sapphire Pump
Coffee Break – Perfect Skinny Calf Hair Belt
I love royal blue, and the calf hair gives it a really interesting texture. I’d wear it on top of a dark blue cardigan with gray slacks and purple pumps. It’s $44 at Ann Taylor. Perfect Skinny Calf Hair Belt (L-2)
Coffee Break – Stripeweb Large Weekender
How many LeSportsac Large Weekenders (Large Weekender LeSportsacs? hmmn) can one woman own before people think she’s seriously crazy? I already have two, but this one is calling my name — love that bright stripe against the blackness. (There’s another version of this with a gray/blue stripe in much more muted tones if the pink/orange … Read More about Coffee Break – Stripeweb Large Weekender
Coffee Break – Oval Stacks Necklace
I was actually going to post another necklace from Anthropologie today, but this one went so nicely with this morning’s sweater that I had to change it up a bit. Love the simple shapes and bright, flattering color — I’d wear it with a dark red (like this morning’s TPS) or dark purple in the … Read More about Coffee Break – Oval Stacks Necklace
Coffee Break – Classic Lock Haircalf EW Bowler
It’s been a while since I’ve seen a sophisticated bowler bag, and I really like this one from Olivia Harris b Joy Gryson. The way she she plays with textures is particularly cool, from the calf hair body, to the reptile embossed leather trim at bottom, to the kid leather details at top. It’s rare … Read More about Coffee Break – Classic Lock Haircalf EW Bowler
Coffee Break – Bamboo Small Pave Hoop Earrings
I’m not normally a fan of posts, but I might make an exception for these gorgeous bamboo hoops with — squee! — tiny blue sapphire pave accents. A small earring, a flash of color near your face… Lovely. They’re $650. Bamboo Small Pave Hoop Earrings (L-2)
Coffee Break – Lola Flats
I really like the cap-toed look to these flats from Geox. The lilac/prune pair (pictured here — love that bit of red where the cap toe meets the rest of the shoe) would be a lovely unexpected pop of color to a pair of black pants, gray pants, and definitely navy pants. They range from … Read More about Coffee Break – Lola Flats
Coffee Break – Academy coat
Hooray for coat season! I’m really loving this simple “academy coat” from J.Crew. In particular, I dig the sweater sleeves, which double as fingerless gloves — it’s a great way to get the bracelet-sleeved look of Mad Men without the fuss of wearing long gloves. The coat is $325 (online only) and available in sandstone … Read More about Coffee Break – Academy coat
Coffee Break – Snakeskin Leather Heel Pumps
Wow: love, love, love the snakeskin heel on these brown suede pumps. (Note that they’re also available in a gray suede.) The snakeskin adds a little texture and pizzazz to an otherwise boring look, and it’s the perfect way for even the most conservative dressers to dip their toes in the waters of wearing animal … Read More about Coffee Break – Snakeskin Leather Heel Pumps
Coffee Break – Nylon Tote
Gap has a great nylon tote for sale right now. It’s stylish, lightweight, and big enough for lots (and lots!) of files. It’s the perfect thing to keep in your office or your car for when your workload unexpectedly creeps into your weekend. It’s $69.95 at Gap, available in both black and a neutral gray/beige. … Read More about Coffee Break – Nylon Tote
Coffee Break – Raquel Large Tote
Whenever I shop, I take note of which brands I like, and some go on my shopping “bucket list” (things to buy, well, before one kicks the…). When I was in Germany a few years ago, I kept seeing the brand Coccinelle, and I really liked the handbags. At the time I hadn’t seen the … Read More about Coffee Break – Raquel Large Tote