I think this M Z Wallace bag is finally giving the ubiquitous Longchamp Le Pliage bag a run for its money:  it’s a nice size, has sensible interior and exterior pockets, and I love the detachable shoulder strap and the additional pouch.  I also love the vibrant blue (you know me) but it is also available in black and “almond.”  It’s $355 at Nordstrom. M Z Wallace ‘Bedford City’ Quilted Tote

P.S.  Whoa: maybe I’m crazy, but I haven’t seen the large version of this online before:  the Longchamp Planetes tote bag (black on black) is finally available online — it’s $175 at Nordstrom.

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It always mystifies me why Kate Spade no longer seems to make the Halle wedge — there was a big New York Times article about how it was such a comfortable shoe that women in DC were doing bulk orders in election season to prepare for door-to-door campaigning. I would think that shoe would become a classic, like the Kate Spade Karolina pump! And yet… I haven’t seen the Halle wedge available for sale since the article came out. 6pm does have a number of nice Kate Spade wedges for sale, though — this particular shoe, the Marli Too, is available in black, navy, and gray patent for $135-$208 at 6pm; they also have a “sport suede” wedge for $142, and (in tiny sizes only) a cap-toe wedge for $165-$178. Most were $298 to begin with; the gray Marli wedges pictured are now $208. Kate Spade New York Marli Too

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P.S. Check out the Corporette Guide to Comfortable Heels!

I’m really liking Erdem’s prints right now — something about the colors in this scarf look so young and fresh as styled here, but when you look at the overall pattern on the scarf it seems more like a classic, almost dowdy pattern.  It’s the kind of accessory that I could see growing with you through the years.  It’s available for preorder at Bergdorf Goodman for $550. Erdem Large Floral Check Silk Scarf, Green/Multi

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How on earth have I completely forgotten about the existence of this highly rated tote? I love the structure, the fun lining, and all of the great colors it’s offered in. I love the Cerulean, of course, but it does come in both white and black (and about a zillion other colors). It’s $295 at Nordstrom. Rebecca Minkoff  ‘M.A.B.’ Leather Tote

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