Coffee Break

Accessories for your suits and other office wear.

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  • Coffee Break: Piccolo Pump

    I continue to be impressed with M.Gemi’s offerings for pumps, sandals, booties — they all seem chic and on point. Today I’m liking the look of the Piccolo, a kitten heeled pump with pointed toes and a studded details on the ankle strap. It clocks in at 1.75″, and I like that it has a…

  • Coffee Break: ‘Voyageur Q-Tote®’ Nylon Tote

    I always like a nice nylon tote — they’re lightweight, durable, and versatile. This one from Tumi looks nice (pictured in the pink but available in 5 colors, including basic black) — I like that it has feet (!), a bit of structure, a top zipper, and slips over a rolling suitcase (as pictured) —…

  • Coffee Break: Halftees

    We haven’t talked about demi camisoles in a while, but as summer is almost upon us, and everyone wants to shed unnecessary layers, now is a great time to discuss it. In hot weather, a regular slip or camisole just seems too heavy; they bunch up and they leave lines. Still: cleavage is never work appropriate, which is (often)…

  • Coffee Break: Leather Satchel

    I am torn between two bags at Brooks Brothers right now. This dark blue leather satchel looks sophisticated and sleek, and I feel like the Saffiano leather would wear better. But: maybe this bright cobalt one is more me (and it’s on sale for $150-$199, depending on the day). Hmmmn. The pictured bag is $498….