Coffee Break:  Large Sophie Calf-Hair Satchel

Coffee Break: Large Sophie Calf-Hair Satchel

Neiman Marcus has a number of fun bags marked down, including this gorgeous calf hair satchel from MICHAEL Michael Kors. I like the mix of textures, the monogram lining (and pockets) inside, and the general vibe. It was $548, but is now marked to $383 (they also have it in a black/white version). MICHAEL Michael…

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Coffee Break: Cassina Pointy Toe Pump

Coffee Break: Cassina Pointy Toe Pump

Yes, these iridescent pumps are a bit wild for work — but I would still wear them for casual days and have fun with them. THAT SAID: they also come in a fun beige texture (faux snakeskin?) and a black patent. I like the 3″ heel, the classic pointy toe, and the sale: the pump…

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Coffee Break: Izabel Wedge

Ooh: these teeny tiny wedges (which came up on a search for flats) look great — like the perfect amount of lift if you want some, but still the comfort and general look of flats. They’ve got great reviews at Nordstrom, interestingly from reviewers aged 25-44. Nice. Piperlime has it in black and navy, Anthropologie…

Lands' End Print Coated Canvas Large Shopper | Corporette

Coffee Break: Print Coated Canvas Large Shopper

Coated canvas is always a nice option — it’s thick, durable, and easy to clean. This large canvas shopper at Lands’ End (which, they proudly note, was seen on Vogue.com) looks like a great tote bag for schlepping all your stuff — I like the option to personalize it in a fun color, also. The bag…

Umbra Bronze Carrie Stacking Shoe Shelf | Corporette

Coffee Break: Bronze Carrie Stacking Shoe Shelf

There are a lot of options for shoe shelves, but something about this one reminds me of the one I had under my desk for years at the law firm. We had big, covered L-shaped desks, and I mostly spent my working time facing either sideways or at the corner of the L — so…