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Coffee Break – Stitched Hobo

by Kat on 02/02/2012 · 159 comments

Today’s item is definitely a splurge — but for anyone out there looking for it: hello, Bottega Veneta. I’ve been drooling over this stitched hobo for a few weeks now — love that grained leather look, and something about the short braided strap (it’s 6″) really appeals to me. It’s (gulp) $3,680 at Barney’s New York. Bottega Veneta Stitched Hobo

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Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Contrast Lined Dress

by Kat on 01/09/2012 · 187 comments

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Happy Monday! I’m digging this simple black dress from Donna Karan New York. As always, I’m particularly fond of the details — the red and white contrast trim at the cuffs and hem. The bones of the dress look great too, especially considering that elbow-length sleeves are hard to find. The dress is $1,295 at Bloomingdale’s. Donna Karan New York Contrast Lined Dress

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Coffee Break – Salena Suede Caged Platform Pumps

by Kat on 01/03/2012 · 99 comments

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Talbots has recently added a number of good-looking pumps to their sale section, and the prices are pretty good. I’m liking this slightly spicy “caged” platform pump, but there are a number of more conservative styles on sale as well. Most prices are under $100 — these are marked from $149 down to $44.39 (final sale, alas). Salena Suede Caged Platform Pumps

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Tuesday’s TPS Report: Short Sleeve Knit Dress

by Kat on 12/20/2011 · 320 comments

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I know no one’s shopping for themselves right now, but I gotta say: there are some great sales going on. For example, this lovely dress from BOSS Black looks like a great dress. Love the twist detail at the shoulder, as well as the short sleeves and the ladylike length. It was $475, but is now marked to $236 at Nordstrom. BOSS Black Short Sleeve Knit Dress

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Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Rolled-Trim Blazer

by Kat on 12/19/2011 · 143 comments

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I’m intrigued with this blazer by Helmut Lang. From far away: it’s your classic black wool jersey blazer; perhaps a bit on the boxy side. But up close: I’m digging the interesting rolled hem. It’s $595 at Bergdorf Goodman. Rolled-Trim Blazer

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Coffee Break – Classic Lock Haircalf EW Bowler

by Kat on 10/13/2011 · 72 comments

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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 to see a black bag that will look interesting even against an all-black outfit, but I think we’ve found one here. It’s $695. Olivia Harris by Joy Gryson – Classic Lock Haircalf EW Bowler (Black Sapphire) – Bags and Luggage
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