dark red D'Orsay pump with Mary Jane strap, stiletto heel, and pointed toe

Coffee Break: Delia Asymmetric Patent Pump

I was perusing Bergdorf Goodman’s “just in” items the other day and suddenly found myself obsessed with these pumps (pictured on someone modeling leather leggings). On closer inspection, I fell even deeper in love — the textured patent leather! The adjustable ankle strap! And, of course, that asymmetric vamp strap. Lurve. I’m less in love…

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Coffee Break: Martha Medium Satchel Bag
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Coffee Break: Martha Medium Satchel Bag

I’ve always been a big fan of Furla bags, and this red croc-embossed leather satchel looks like a gorgeous, work-appropriate tote. At 10″x13″x4″ it could certainly be bigger, but this would be a great daily (or interview bag) for a lot of us. (Note that this dark burgundy and navy look great together!) There’s also…

Coffee Break: Robinson Medium Leather Tote

Coffee Break: Robinson Medium Leather Tote

Le sigh… I’ve been stalking this “storm blue and bright blue leather tote” for weeks now, and I love it. The textured leather, the internal pockets, the very ladylike look… love. There’s a bigger version, too, but the satchel here is $495. Siiiigh…. Tory Burch Robinson Medium Leather Tote (L-2)

Coffee Break: Emery Camel Suede
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Coffee Break: Emery Camel Suede

I realize these are not the most fashionable shoes — but for some reason I keep coming back to them. I like the muted suede colors, the comfortable heel height (2.25″) and stable heel, and I really like the kilt/belt feature on the vamp. It doesn’t hurt that they’re $56 and available in four colors…