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  • Coffee Break: Ju-Ju-Be Fuel Cell Insulated Bag

    Don’t be too alarmed by the fact that this is under the “diaper bag” section of Zappos — it just strikes me as a really cute insulated lunch bag. Readers, how many of you bring your own lunches (or parts thereof) in the summer? We haven’t talked about saving money on lunch in a while but…

  • Coffee Break: Narciso Rodriguez Harness T-strap Flats

    I am really into all of the strappy flats available this season! For once I like the straight-across-the-toes cut (which yes, I know is more modern, but I normally think it looks a bit fug), and I like the delicate straps. It’s $795 at Barneys (available in black and blush). Narciso Rodriguez Harness T-strap Flats (L-4)

  • Coffee Break: Purity Snow Wedge Pump

    These nice wedge pumps are available at a number of places, but Amazon seems to have the best prices: $49.95-$124.94, depending on color and size. The pictured “tan” pumps are $65 in most sizes, and eligible for Prime. They have 220 positive reviews, and a 4.5 star rating. For my $.02, I love the skinny…

  • Coffee Break: Bold Beaded Strands

    When they say “bold,” they mean bold — this is a definite statement necklace. I got this a while ago on a whim (in a very un-Kat-like orange) and have been shocked at how much I’ve worn it, both because of the orange and the multiple layered pieces. But I like it — it’s simple…