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Coffee Break: Quiver Flat

These pointy-toed graphic flats from French Sole look amazing — I love all the colors they’re offered in, but particularly the black/white (pictured) and the pink/gold. The designs make them fun and interesting, while the shape makes them sleek and chic. Nice. They’re $180 at Zappos, available in sizes 6-11. French Sole Quiver (L-all)

Coffee Break: Open Front Bolero

Coffee Break: Open Front Bolero

If you haven’t tried a shrug cardigan over your sheath dresses, this $34 one from Eliza J looks like a great starter cardigan. The shrug/bolero/cropped cardigan is better in many ways because it’s lighter and more fitted — a perfect topper over sleeveless dresses if a blazer feels too formal and a regular cardigan feels too…

Coffee Break: ‘Desire’ Pointy Toe d’Orsay Pump

Coffee Break: ‘Desire’ Pointy Toe d’Orsay Pump

Oooooh — this looks like a great strappy pump, and Paul Green is known for making comfortable shoes. I like the matte taupe suede and the d’Orsay style mixed with the asymmetric strap. It also comes in black leather; both are available at Nordstrom in sizes 5.5-10 for $299. Paul Green ‘Desire’ Pointy Toe d’Orsay Pump Here’s a…