Sure, we all know what basics professional women are supposed to have in their closets, but if you’re buying one for the first time or replacing one you’ve worn into the ground, it can be a pain to find exactly the right incarnation in stores. In “The Hunt,” we search the stores for a basic … Read More about The Hunt: Stylish, Professional Satchels
Coffee Break – Fretwell Satchel
Zappos has a number of nice-looking Aldo purses for surprisingly affordable prices. This purple “Fretwell” (also available in cognac/bronze) looks great. I love the faux ostrich leather and the dark, dark purple. It’s (wow) $48 at Zappos. ALDO – Fretwell (Purple) – Bags and Luggage (L-2)
Coffee Break – Colorblock Satchel
The below content is about the 2011 Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale. The Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale continues (see my top picks), and there are still a ton of great pieces left… including this chic colorblocked satchel. Personally I like the ink/violet/forest combination (pictured), but it’s also available in a more subdued black/fawn/charcoal combination. I love the luxurious … Read More about Coffee Break – Colorblock Satchel
Coffee Break – Eloise Satchel
Zappos has a number of Botkier bags on sale today, and I love this dark green satchel. In addition to having super soft leathers and beautiful colors, I like Botkier bags for the intelligent pockets — and this Eloise stachel is no exception. Was $545, currently marked 20% off to $436. Botkier – Eloise Satchel … Read More about Coffee Break – Eloise Satchel
Coffee Break: Marina Large Satchel
Dark, dark burgundy seems to be the new color this season, including this lovely Charles David bag (also available in black, charcoal, and camel). I like the sunburst detailing on the front, as well as the interesting hardware for the straps. And it’s a great sale, too — was $350, now $192.50 at Endless.com. Charles … Read More about Coffee Break: Marina Large Satchel
Coffee Break: Damisi Patchwork Leola Satchel
I’m always a fan of Marc by Marc Jacobs bags, and this lovely satchel is no different — LOVE the print on the inside, the numerous pockets, and the size. I’m normally not a brown-purse kind of gal, but the caramel color strikes me as just right. It’s $369 (was $528) at ShopBop. Marc by … Read More about Coffee Break: Damisi Patchwork Leola Satchel
Coffee Break: Brahmin ‘Manning – Louise’ Satchel
A reader saw this bag while checking out Nordstrom’s anniversary sale this morning and noted, “I think it’s a great work bag– the red is an eye-catcher, and the black is classic.”