flats for work

Coffee Break: Nice Flats

These $29 Blowfish shoes have a ton of really good reviews, and people are saying that they’re comfortable right out of the box. Ladies, I’d love to hear what your favorite flats are right now. I know in the past we’ve talked about Julianne, Felicia, Varina, AGL, and other comfortable ballet flats. These are a nice budget…

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Coffee Break: Pocket Travel Pillow

Coffee Break: Pocket Travel Pillow

I’ve been meaning to post this pocket travel pillow since stocking-stuffer time back in December. It’s really interesting — it’s basically a little pillowcase (it folds up to 3″ x 3″) that you can put something into and use as a pillow. I think it’s brilliant — I’ve certainly tried to use big wraps and…

Coffee Break: Belle Vivier Patent Leather Pumps

Coffee Break: Belle Vivier Patent Leather Pumps

These patent leather pumps have a great vintage vibe — if someone found them in her grandmother’s closet, perfectly preserved, you would be totally jealous. But no, they’re from Roger Vivier (and they’re sporting the iconic buckle), and they’re available at Net-a-Porter for $695. Note that the heels are angled slightly inward — it’s a…

Coffee Break: Hematite Leverback Stone Drop Earrings

Coffee Break: Hematite Leverback Stone Drop Earrings

These $16 stone drop earrings from Anne Klein look lovely, particularly if you’re looking for something fun and affordable to add a pop of color. They’re nice in that they’re not too blingy or distracting, and they add a bit of sparkle near your face. They’re available at Amazon with Prime and free returns. Hematite Leverback…