Which is the best rolling suitcase? We were traveling this weekend (home to Ohio to see the fam and celebrate Easter), which meant that yet again I got to deal with my horrible carry-on rolling bag. I got it a few years ago during what I thought was an amazing sale at Macy’s– if memory … Read More about Open Thread: Best Travel Bags?
What’s Off Limits in the Winter?
Is it ok to go to work sans tights — in February? What else is off limits in winter?
Open Thread: What Are Your Favorite Apps?
I’ve complained before that I had a dinosaur of a phone — a Treo 755 — due to my loyalty to both Sprint and to my 10+ years of history with a Palm Pilot. I finally bit the bullet and bought a new phone — the Samsung Epic 4G, an Android phone available from Sprint. … Read More about Open Thread: What Are Your Favorite Apps?
Coffee Break – No Slouch Medium Hobo
A few months ago, I attended a press event for Kenneth Cole (actually a really lovely dinner hosted by KC himself) and all of the bloggers got to choose one piece to take home with them. I got this suede bag in a purpley pink and I have to say it’s really lovely. The suede … Read More about Coffee Break – No Slouch Medium Hobo
Coffee Break: Luciana
In addition to being a good looking shoe, the customer reviews on this are amazing — when a 60 year old who had “given up on heels” calls them “the most comfortable high heels I have ever had on my feet,” you have to sit up and take notice. Sadly, the pump is only available … Read More about Coffee Break: Luciana
Coffee Break – Dylan Hobo
This brand is new to me, but I like the look of this bright yellow hobo. Like the large size of it (20″ wide by 8″ deep by 12″ high) as well as, of course, the bright pop of color — perfect for gray spring days. It’s currently on sale, too, which is nice: was … Read More about Coffee Break – Dylan Hobo
Coffee Break – Color-Changing Umbrella
Love, love, love this umbrella, which — when dry — is black and white. The paint splatter pattern changes to bright shades of green, yellow, blue, pink, and orange when wet. Sounds like just what the doctor ordered on a rainy day! It’s $40 at the MoMA Store ($36 if you’re a member). Color-Changing Umbrella … Read More about Coffee Break – Color-Changing Umbrella
Coffee Break – Elinor Tote
Love the look of this tote bag from Hobo International. The shiny vintage leather is nice, and the big ball snaps on the “coin purse” on the front of the bag are interesting but not distracting. Love that there’s a print lining to the bag and that it has enough pockets to make it useful; … Read More about Coffee Break – Elinor Tote
Workwear Hall of Fame: Karolina Strawberry Patent Heels
OK. Pink patent heels can be a bit much, even for me — but do you see the heels on these, ladies? Love the striped, stacked heels so much that I’d find a way to make pink work. They would be lovely with otherwise sedate colors — gray, navy, black, possibly even brown — and … Read More about Workwear Hall of Fame: Karolina Strawberry Patent Heels
Coffee Break – DKNY Burnished Pleated Flower Large Hobo
I love the look of this burnished leather hobo from DKNY, available in burgundy (pictured, available at Zappos for $206.50), gray (also available at Zappos, for $221.25), green (available at Endless for $228.27 and Amazon for $202) and dark blue (available at Amazon for $177.) I like the pleats on the bag, the general size, … Read More about Coffee Break – DKNY Burnished Pleated Flower Large Hobo
Coffee Break – Aquamarine Pump
For today’s coffee break, I’m in the mood for something bright and colorful — and this vibrant yellow heel from Seychelles quenches that thirst. Love the way the vamp is high enough so you can walk in it, but not so high that it strangles your leg, and love the low, solid heel. It’s on … Read More about Coffee Break – Aquamarine Pump
Coffee Break – Hobo International Amber
Loving the look of this “Amber” leather tote bag from Hobo International — the gathered pleats! the fun lining! tons of interior pockets and dividers! And even a zip on top to keep the contents of your bag, in your bag. Fabulous. Zappos has it in caramel (pictured) and black; Endless has it in on … Read More about Coffee Break – Hobo International Amber