The NYT just had an article about how wacky socks are an inside joke among Silicon Valley types — but I’ve always been a huge fan of fun socks. Particularly when I wore suits on a daily basis, a colorful sock beneath my boots was my one joyful little rebellion. These particular socks are $12 … Read More about Coffee Break – Mini-Stripe Socks
Coffee Break – Vintage Valise Novelty Kendra E/W Tote
I’m always a fan of a colorful bag, and this “beet” Cole Haan tote fits the bill perfectly. (I would call this more of a satchel, but that’s me — I always think of totes as being something bigger!) It’s part of the winter clearance sale going on now at eBags, where almost everything is … Read More about Coffee Break – Vintage Valise Novelty Kendra E/W Tote
Coffee Break – Plum Quasar Patent
C’mon, you know I can’t pass up a good purple pump — especially not one on sale. These highly-rated Stuart Weitzman shoes are super high (4.25″!!!) so these are not for the faint-hearted — but if you’re a fan of tall heels, these have your name all over them. They were $298, but are now … Read More about Coffee Break – Plum Quasar Patent
Coffee Break – 24k Gold-Over-Silver Filigree Hoop Earrings
I like these small, delicate filigree earrings from Kohl’s — and I think they look a lot richer than $30. These 24K gold-over-sterling-silver earrings look pretty yet serious, comfortable, and classic. They were $70, but are now marked to $31.50. 24k Gold-Over-Silver Filigree Hoop Earrings (L-2)
Coffee Break – Stitched Hobo
Today’s item is definitely a splurge — but for anyone out there looking for it: hello, Bottega Veneta. I’ve been drooling over this stitched hobo for a few weeks now — love that grained leather look, and something about the short braided strap (it’s 6″) really appeals to me. It’s (gulp) $3,680 at Barney’s New … Read More about Coffee Break – Stitched Hobo
Coffee Break – Ivee Pump
S’alright: we had the classic black pump yesterday. If, however, you’re in a bit more of a playful mood, I like this colorful shoe from Ivanka Trump’s new shoe line. Fuchsia pink, orange, and beige details — I love it. I think it would look great with neutrals like navy and white. (The shoe also … Read More about Coffee Break – Ivee Pump
Coffee Break – Purse Light Key Fob
Linea Pelle has some great sales going on, and I like this intelligent little doohicky: a lighted key fob for your purse. Love the red, love the leather, love the fact that it not only holds your keys but serves as a flashlight to help you dig around in your bag to find whatever it … Read More about Coffee Break – Purse Light Key Fob
Coffee Break – Bow Valley Rosa
While this handbag is littler than I’d like, it’s lovely — ladylike and feminine without, I think, crossing the line. I’m a fan of the black-on-black version, but I’ve pictured the equally cute black-on-taupe version as well. (There is a hot pink-on-hot pink version, for the Elle Woods-types among us.) It’s now $297 (was $425) … Read More about Coffee Break – Bow Valley Rosa
Coffee Break – Cleo B Jamila Suede Wedge Shoe
There are lots of Cleo B shoes on sale at ASOS — and while I’ve never heard of the brand before, they look like they all have a slightly interesting and inventive take on your normal conservative pumps and slingbacks. Take the heel of the purple suede wedge, for example — I like the artistic curves … Read More about Coffee Break – Cleo B Jamila Suede Wedge Shoe
Coffee Break – Joelle Card Holder
Love this light blue lizard print card holder from Reiss. I like the different compartments, too — that way you can keep the business cards you collect separate from your own ones for handing out. It’s $55 at Reiss. Joelle Card Holder (L-2)
Coffee Break – Apollo Hobo
I have long been a fan of Botkier bags, and own three myself — the bags all have super soft leather, smart details (pockets, feet, keychains, etc) and an ever so slight rocker vibe to them. I’m digging this hobo on clearance at eBags. The bag seems the right size to be a “big” hold … Read More about Coffee Break – Apollo Hobo
Coffee Break – Air Tali Ballet Flat
Endless has a number of Cole Haan Air ballet flats marked down, including this brownish “greige” color. I like the lace-up details, as well as the mixture of patent and suede — I’d wear them with neutrals (brown, gray, beige, black, navy) as well as with some of the brighter “pops” of colors we’re seeing … Read More about Coffee Break – Air Tali Ballet Flat