I never get tired of the wrap/cape look, particularly over blazers and suits — it always looks rich, and the wearer always looks like a confident fashionista to me. This Burberry one looks ridiclously warm and cozy — it’s $650 at Neiman Marcus. Burberry Merino Check Cape (L-2)

Brooks Brothers has some killer sales on shoes and bags right now. For today’s coffee break I’m featuring these calfskin tassel peep toe pumps (available in “cognac” and navy), which seem like a great spring/summer/fall shoe. (Of course, peep toes are not appropriate at every office — know your office!) These are 50% off, along…

6pm.com has a pretty decent sale on Cole Haan (clothes, bags, shoes, everything). I’m liking this Jenna Shoulder Bag, which I have in a slightly different version — it’s one of my favorite purses. Like mine, this one looks like it has supple leather and great interior organization (as well as a few extra pockets…

2017 Update: Curious about when the next big Nordstrom sale is? Check out our guide to the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2017, with Early Access starting July 13! Sign up for our newsletter to get our picks for workwear and beyond! The below content is about the 2013 Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale. I think the sophisticated Mary…

I always like a good Furla bag, and I could see this light gray one being useful for all seasons. At 10″H x 13″W x 4″D this isn’t the biggest bag out there, but will fit a magazine or folder as well as all your stuff. It’s on a decent sale as part of Last…