These shoes have much more of a vintage vibe than what I normally post, but I can’t help but thinking how amazing these would look with summery trousers, like white, beige, or light gray. I (of course) particularly love the cobalt, but they also come in black, yellow, red, and a nude-for-me beige. They’re $108-$119 … Read More about Coffee Break – Warby Pumps
Coffee Break – Large Python Lula
If you’re hunting Big Game — by which I mean expensive, splurge-worthy bags and shoes — now’s the time, as a bunch of places like Barneys, Bergdorf Goodman, Nordstrom, and The Outnet have a bunch of stuff more than 40% off. I love this “Lula” python handbag from Barneys New York — the black snakeskin … Read More about Coffee Break – Large Python Lula
Coffee Break – Jerry Belt
This looks like an amazing belt: it’s leather, with super-saturated colors, and it’s intended to be long enough to wear buckled normally or tied up in a decorative knot. I honestly can’t decide which color I like best, but I’m posting the neon orange to show you the knot. It’s available in both neon colors … Read More about Coffee Break – Jerry Belt
Coffee Break – Wee Initial Ring
I love tiny initial rings. For years I’ve worn a small gold signet ring with a “K” on it — a gift for my first communion, if I recall correctly — as a pinky ring. After I got married I was looking for a small ring with either a “V” (my maiden name is Vogele) … Read More about Coffee Break – Wee Initial Ring
Coffee Break – Nautical Nylon Tote
Bergdorf Goodman’s “big sale” is on, with savings up to 40% off. For today’s Coffee Break, I’m liking nautical tote from Milly (available in both red and black). At 11.5″ high by 14″ wide, it’s big enough for even legal-sized papers — but the bright, happy color and lightweight nylon would be perfect either at … Read More about Coffee Break – Nautical Nylon Tote
Coffee Break – Twentie Wedges
Reader A recently wrote in to recommend another pair of heels, noting that due to nerve damage in her feet she sought extremely comfortable heels. As she described her pair, “They are beautiful, and cushiony, and have awesome arch support. The leather is excellent quality, too.” So while her high-heeled sandals were gorgeous and possibly … Read More about Coffee Break – Twentie Wedges
Coffee Break – Cole Haan Vintage Valise Kendra Tote
I mentioned this briefly in an update to this morning’s TPS, but: Neiman Marcus is having a one-day only 40% off sale on Cole Haan items. (They also have a bunch of other great stuff in their clearance, including new markdowns.) I love this beautiful “beet” purple tote — the perforated leather, the shoulder strap, … Read More about Coffee Break – Cole Haan Vintage Valise Kendra Tote
Coffee Break – Suede Classic Pumps
Brooks Brothers has a ton of cute shoes on sale right now, including these lovely purple suede pumps. I like the 3.25″ heel, the plum color, and the leather lining. They were $198, but are now $79.20 (sizes 6-10 still available). Suede Classic Pumps (L-2)
Coffee Break – Totes Purse Umbrella
I’m one of those annoyingly practical types who carries an umbrella everywhere during spring and fall, when surprise showers always seem imminent. I recently got a new mini umbrella and was amazed at how heavy it was, compared to my old, super lightweight umbrella (which I think was a sister to this one). So for … Read More about Coffee Break – Totes Purse Umbrella
Coffee Break – Sterling Silver & 18K Yellow Gold Teardrop Earrings
I never feature longer earrings for the office because I feel like 95% of them are inappropriate for office wear, primarily because they’re distracting. But when a reporter asked me recently why, I couldn’t quite put my finger on it, finally settling on “dangly earrings that move when you speak are distracting.” But readers, what … Read More about Coffee Break – Sterling Silver & 18K Yellow Gold Teardrop Earrings
Coffee Break – Short Woven Marble Necklace
I always love the accessories at ShopBop, and they’re always what I hit first when ShopBop has some of its legendary sales. This marble necklace is only 30% off, but the bright red marbles and the interwoven chain make a great statement piece for the office. I particularly like the one marble hanging from the … Read More about Coffee Break – Short Woven Marble Necklace
Coffee Break – Monica Pumps
Honestly, today I’m torn between two different Samanta pumps, both available at Amazon. Ultimately I like this Monica Platform Pump better than this one, in large part because that indigo blue is so, so pretty. I love the cutouts, and I always like a deal. It’s 52% off — was $185, now marked to $88.56. … Read More about Coffee Break – Monica Pumps