These pretty heels from Franco Sarto come in black, taupe, and a nice dark purple — but for some reason I’m feeling this dusty gray the best. They come in a huge range of sizes — 4-13, regular, wide and narrow — and they’re only $109. I like the walkable 2.25″ heel, and of course … Read More about Coffee Break: Diane Pump
Coffee Break: Colorful Double Letter Tray
I’ve posted a lot of clear desk accessories lately — but when I saw this colorful desk accessory I couldn’t help myself; I love those saturated colors! I think they’re fun and they’d add a lot of personality to a drab office at work or at home. There’s only one review, but (sad trombone) it isn’t … Read More about Coffee Break: Colorful Double Letter Tray
Commuting Hall of Fame: Shaye Rain Boot
I never quite got into the UGG craze, even though I own a pair of the classic style — I mostly just wear them as slippers around the house on leggings/skinny jean days. Still, I keep hearing great things about the comfortable shoes the brand makes — and if you’re on the hunt for a … Read More about Commuting Hall of Fame: Shaye Rain Boot
Coffee Break: Mini Faceted Stud Earrings
I mentioned this the other day over at CorporetteMoms — there are a ton of pieces of Rebecca Minkoff jewelry marked way, way down on Amazon — like add-on item low. I’m not quite sure what’s going on with pricing and inventory — the earrings I paid $8 for are back up to $48 — but … Read More about Coffee Break: Mini Faceted Stud Earrings
Coffee Break: Gold Lana Monogrammed Oval Signet Ring
I remember reading (I think in Nina Garcia’s The One Hundred) that a woman should always have a signet ring — it was an interesting idea that seemed more fitting if one has, say, a family shield or crest of armor — but it’s stuck with me enough over the years that I like the … Read More about Coffee Break: Gold Lana Monogrammed Oval Signet Ring
Coffee Break: Vintage Shoulder Bag Top-Handle Tote
Every so often one finds a brand that’s cute, affordable, and extremely well reviewed on Amazon — Jack & Chris seems to be one of them. Their bags are all 100% soft grain cowhide leather, bear no markings, and have a classic look about them. This particular bag has leather feet, a number of interior … Read More about Coffee Break: Vintage Shoulder Bag Top-Handle Tote
Coffee Break: Esperance Pumps
These well-reviewed pumps (available in four colors!) are 45% off over at Nordstrom — nice. (Black and bisque are still full price at $117, but note that they come in narrow and wide sizes as well.) I like the classic shape, the comfortable heel (2.75″), and the price: they’re $59.98. Louise et Cie ‘Esperance’ Pump (L-all)
Coffee Break: Prism Heels
Oooh: a 2″ heel that is not only fashionable, but one of the Barneys’ team’s favorite heels (according to an email newsletter I can no longer find)? Sign me up. I like the winey purple color here, and the gold, prism-shaped heel — while unusual — seems pretty demure considering the height. Love. The pictured … Read More about Coffee Break: Prism Heels
Coffee Break: Potted Pen Phone Stand
I always like any desk accessory that adds a nice pop of color, and this plastic “potted pen” desk accessory from Kikkerland looks like just the ticket. There’s a simpler version that’s avaialble at Amazon and ModCloth, but I like that this one serves as an iPhone tray and catches other miscellaneous things floating around … Read More about Coffee Break: Potted Pen Phone Stand
Coffee Break: Prasiolite Necklace
Wow: what a great necklace. I love how simple it is, no bezel or bling to speak of, just the clean, faceted lines of the semi-precious stones. I’ve pictured the prasiolite, but it’s also available as an amethyst and white topaz… all for the splurgey cost of $2000. POMELLATO Nudo 18-karat rose gold prasiolite necklace This … Read More about Coffee Break: Prasiolite Necklace
Coffee Break: The Modern Point Flat
The pointed loafer — particularly with slits along the vamp so the top feels like a separate piece — is one of the biggest trends in shoes that I’m excited about for workwear. First and foremost, because these kinds of loafers often look great with dresses — and also because they can be more comfortable … Read More about Coffee Break: The Modern Point Flat
Coffee Break: Tropical Floral Printed Scarf
I looove the vivid colors of this scarf — it just seems so happy, and such an easy piece to throw on to liven up a neutral outfit, or to add more visual interest to another outfit like gray pinstriped pants. The scarf was $59.50, but is now marked to $39.99 at J.Crew. You can … Read More about Coffee Break: Tropical Floral Printed Scarf