Coffee Break: Brooke Leather Hobo

Coffee Break: Brooke Leather Hobo

So here’s a brand that is new to me: Annabel Ingall, apparently out of Australia. The leather looks nice and soft, the bags look roomy, and I kind of like the more unusual colors (because of course I do). This mossy green isn’t my usual vibe at all, but I do love this shade of…

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Coffee Break: Cherry Cosmo Loose Leaf Organic Herbal Tea

Coffee Break: Cherry Cosmo Loose Leaf Organic Herbal Tea

We had a pretty substantial discussion a year ago about our favorite teas, and I will say that if you’re trying to cut back on or entirely cut out alcohol, drinking tea is a great way to do it. Personally, I’m a fan of anything rose hip or rooibos, but if you’re looking for specific suggestions,…

Favorite Accessories for Work, 2017 Edition

Favorite Accessories for Work, 2017 Edition

Like our workwear recommendations, we recommend one accessory (or desk accessory) appropriate for the office on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. On Mondays I try to pick a budget-friendly piece, and the prices rise on Tuesday and Thursday. I generally try to include one shoe and one bag each week, but the third item varies — we’ve…

Gift Idea: Air Pods

Gift Idea: Air Pods

If you have a friend or family member who’s an audiophile or has a lot of work-related phone calls (either on business travel or while working from home), I highly recommend these Apple Air Pods. While they’re pricey at $159, the clarity is kind of amazing. My brother has some, and once he got them…