We’ve seen a lot of shoes like this over the past few years, but this one may be one of my favorites. First, I like the fact that the shoe is made from printed leather, not satin, tweed, or plastic. I also like the fairly modest 2.5″ heel, and the fact that it’s coming from … Read More about Coffee Break: Florisa Pointy Toe Pump
Coffee Break: Vivie Print Scarf
As spring weather s-l-o-w-l-y arrives, now is a great time to swap your cashmere and wool scarves for cotton ones. I’m liking the fun little print on this black scarf from Marc by Marc Jacobs — I think it would work well with a variety of coats (or blazers worn as coats), and 6pm has … Read More about Coffee Break: Vivie Print Scarf
Coffee Break: Mint Jetsons Wristlet
If you admire the politics and causes of Toms Shoe Company, but aren’t a big fan of the shoes, never fear: they’re now selling wristlets, bags, and more. (Their Marketplace, established 2013, gives other “social entrepreneurs” a platform to sell their goods.) I like this colorful cotton wristlet from JOYN — it seems like a … Read More about Coffee Break: Mint Jetsons Wristlet
Coffee Break: Inside-Out Rockie Small Crossbody Satchel
I’ve posted the Alexander Wang satchel before, but I’m loving this new inside-out take on it — it’s the kind of thing that I suspect would just get nicer and softer with age. It’s still a splurge, though: $875, le sigh. Alexander Wang Inside-Out Rockie Small Crossbody Satchel, Ink (L-2)
Coffee Break: Atlantis Kandy Agate Earrings
I’m not a huge fan of dangle earrings for the office, but I think these would be ok — they’re a muted color that would, I’d guess, flatter many skin tones, and I don’t think they’re going to distract at all when/if they move. Love the slight organic feel to the design, the rose gold, … Read More about Coffee Break: Atlantis Kandy Agate Earrings
Coffee Break: indigo by Clarks Wessex Wyvern Platform Pump
Maybe it’s just me, but I feel like professional-looking heels from Indigo by Clarks are getting harder and harder to find. Clarks in general have always been mentioned in The Corporette Guide to Comfortable Heels, but the Indigo line in particular has been a reader favorite. So I was psyched to see these simple platform … Read More about Coffee Break: indigo by Clarks Wessex Wyvern Platform Pump
Coffee Break: Daphne Satchel Bag
Simple colorblocking seems to be in right now (I’m remembering that Row handbag splurge from few weeks ago) — but this one is much more in my price range (kind of), and I like the goldtone hardware and feet. It’s $450 at CUSP. Zac Zac Posen Daphne Satchel Bag (L-2)
Coffee Break: Geometric-Print Scarf
You guys could probably pick my scarf collection out of a lineup, because my favorite colors repeat themselves — black, cobalt blue, fuchsia, dark purple (this DvF scarf was my last addition). But I am absolutely loving this multi-colored, bright geometric print from Vismaya. I think it would be a great pop of color under … Read More about Coffee Break: Geometric-Print Scarf
Coffee Break: Miz Mooz Milan
I love the vintage vibe to these black/beige/gray shoes from Miz Mooz (also available in red/white). I think the slightly rounded toe is a great way to straddle the “trend” line between almond-shaped toes (on their way “out”) and super pointy toes (on their way “in”) — and the 3″ heel is classic. They were … Read More about Coffee Break: Miz Mooz Milan
Coffee Break: Emily Pump
Ooh: I love this asymmetrical heel from Anyi Lu, available in navy tortoise, brown tortoise, as well as patent leather black and beige (some colors nearly sold out). Anyi Lu is known for comfort — love that rubber sole, and you can see the arch support from the picture — and in my mind, 2.75″ … Read More about Coffee Break: Emily Pump
Coffee Break: Slimline Over-the-door drying rack
I always enjoy clever little gadgets, and I’ve now made a few purchases from Quirky (where a blend of community members, inventors and product influencers bring new products to market; the Crunchbase profile is an interesting read). My latest obsession: this Slimline drying rack. Yes, a drying rack. If you’re like me and airdry your … Read More about Coffee Break: Slimline Over-the-door drying rack
Coffee Break: Karolina Stripe Patent Heel
We’re not exactly into nude pump weather yet, but these beige Kate Spade pumps are amazing — I love the bright pink heel and the stripe details, mixed with the otherwise boring shoe. Fabulous. (There’s a navy patent version with red heels as well.) They’re $298. Kate Spade Karolina Stripe Patent Heel Psst: I’ve believe … Read More about Coffee Break: Karolina Stripe Patent Heel