Coffee Break: Foulard Floral Silk Cummerbund

Coffee Break: Foulard Floral Silk Cummerbund

Awww, an obi/cummerbund belt. I was always quite fond of this look, but must admit I identify it as being from the late ’00s — so I’m extra psyched to see Helmut Lang do a floral silk version. Menswear vibes! A flattering waist-cinching look! Feeling extra trendy by wearing Helmut Lang! I see no downsides…

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Coffee Break: Coil Threader Earring

Coffee Break: Coil Threader Earring

If you hate posts as much as I do, you may like these affordable “threader” earrings from Urban Outfitters. (In the picture they’re the one in the bottom part of the model’s earlobe, not the top.) They look comfortable, elegant in a really modern way. They’re $45. Luv Aj Vertigo Coil Threader Earring Psst: Bloomingdale’s just…

Coffee Break: Avie Heels

Coffee Break: Avie Heels

What fun heels! I’m loving these gorgeous striped heels from L.K. Bennett, also available in a red version, as well as flats. This is the perfect kind of shoe to wear with a really neutral outfit, like a black dress or a simple suit. On the converse, if you wanted to turn it up a notch,…

Workwear Hall of Fame: Skimmies Slipshorts
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Workwear Hall of Fame: Skimmies Slipshorts

We’ve mentioned this product a lot over the years, but again, I don’t think we’ve ever done a Coffee Break just to feature it. Readers here turned me on to it, and it’s one of everyone’s favorite things: the Jockey Slipshort. Not feeling like wrenching yourself into Spanx (or don’t need to)? Still want something…

Coffee Break: Teri Tote

Coffee Break: Teri Tote

Where is the line between “tote” and “large shoulder bag”? This is billed as a tote, but to me I would call it a large shoulder bag — albeit one you could probably stuff a letter-sized file or two into. Either way, this tote is winning rave reviews — and it’s only $250! For once…