I’m not normally a fan of posts, but I might make an exception for these gorgeous bamboo hoops with — squee! — tiny blue sapphire pave accents. A small earring, a flash of color near your face… Lovely. They’re $650. Bamboo Small Pave Hoop Earrings (L-2)
I really like the cap-toed look to these flats from Geox. The lilac/prune pair (pictured here — love that bit of red where the cap toe meets the rest of the shoe) would be a lovely unexpected pop of color to a pair of black pants, gray pants, and definitely navy pants. They range from … Read More about Coffee Break – Lola Flats
Hooray for coat season! I’m really loving this simple “academy coat” from J.Crew. In particular, I dig the sweater sleeves, which double as fingerless gloves — it’s a great way to get the bracelet-sleeved look of Mad Men without the fuss of wearing long gloves. The coat is $325 (online only) and available in sandstone … Read More about Coffee Break – Academy coat
Wow: love, love, love the snakeskin heel on these brown suede pumps. (Note that they’re also available in a gray suede.) The snakeskin adds a little texture and pizzazz to an otherwise boring look, and it’s the perfect way for even the most conservative dressers to dip their toes in the waters of wearing animal … Read More about Coffee Break – Snakeskin Leather Heel Pumps
Gap has a great nylon tote for sale right now. It’s stylish, lightweight, and big enough for lots (and lots!) of files. It’s the perfect thing to keep in your office or your car for when your workload unexpectedly creeps into your weekend. It’s $69.95 at Gap, available in both black and a neutral gray/beige. … Read More about Coffee Break – Nylon Tote
Whenever I shop, I take note of which brands I like, and some go on my shopping “bucket list” (things to buy, well, before one kicks the…). When I was in Germany a few years ago, I kept seeing the brand Coccinelle, and I really liked the handbags. At the time I hadn’t seen the … Read More about Coffee Break – Raquel Large Tote
Hiyo: love this simple rose quartz necklace. Rose quartz is supposedly a lucky stone for finding love, you know. The necklace is $148 at Endless. Wendy Mink “Rajasthan” Rose Quartz Set Necklace Seen a great piece you’d like to recommend? Please e-mail editor@corporette.com with “TPS” in the subject line. (L-2)
Remember that Elvis Costello song, The Angels Wanna Wear My Red Shoes? Well, they would if you were wearing these. Love the rich look to this red suede. The heel height is reasonable (just over 2″) and the strap across the vamp makes it nice and walkable. I’d wear it with a dark brown pant, … Read More about Coffee Break – Eureka Wedge
Let me start by saying that I hate crossbody bags. They remind me of my middle school years in Ohio, when I would get all dressed up to go out, and then throw my fluorescent ski jacket on top of my dress, and then throw my black crossbody bag on top of that. (As I’d … Read More about Coffee Break – Chrystie St. Camille Crossbody
Nice: This basic 3″ heel has good reviews at Zappos, Endless, and Amazon, it’s available in a zillion colors, and it’s on sale — at least, many of the colors are. I like the purple suede version, of course. The heel is $105 at full price, but the price dips as low as $47.05 depending … Read More about Coffee Break – Undine Pump
I always like a good infinity scarf, and this black striped scarf looks just right. Love that it’s simple but interesting at the same time, and it’s the perfect way to just add a little somethin’ somethin’ to a colorful jacket, blazer, or even sweater. It’s $14.95 at Affordable Scarves (also available in blue/black and … Read More about Coffee Break – Hayley Scarf
I’ve been hearing good things about J.Lo’s new collection at Kohl’s and so I swung by the website to take a look — and indeed, a lot of the pieces look really great! I like this tumbled faux leather bag. I like the gray the best, but it also comes in black, brown, and navy. … Read More about Coffee Break – Greta Flap Cross-body Handbag
