Vaneli Edie

Coffee Break – Edie Slingback Pump

Ooh: I like these low 2″ VANELi heels, on sale at Amazon. The linen fabric looks durable but breathable, and I like the tiny bit of animal print edging, as well as the small cutout and bow on the vamp. They were $112, but are now marked to $50.50 (free shipping and returns). VANELi Women’s…

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Foiled Metallic Skinny Belt

Coffee Break – Foiled Metallic Skinny Belt

Sometimes, an unusual skinny belt is just what you need to elevate an otherwise boring outfit. For example, I think this foiled metallic skinny belt from Express would look really great with, say, navy trousers, a navy cardigan, with perhaps a bit of a purple tank or blouse sticking out. Oooh, or a gray-on-gray ensemble…

kate spade new york zuma beach kelsey shoulder Bag

Coffee Break – Zuma Beach Kelsey Shoulder Bag

Hooray for crinkled patent leather tote bags in “deep African violet.” And animal print lining! I wish this bag came with a leetle bit more organization inside it (a pocket for my cell phone, perhaps) but sometimes you just want a big space to throw stuff. Gorgeous. This baby is on sale, too — was…

Sofft Ramona

Coffee Break – Ramona Pumps

Sometimes, you just want a great black pump. These Sofft Ramona heels are unusual for a comfort brand in that they’re really high — 3.5 inches! — but they have a 5/8″ platform, making them seem like they’re much lower than they are. I’m not a huge fan of platforms for the office, but I…

Brahmin 'Elisa' Handbag

Coffee Break – Elisa Handbag

I’ve always liked Brahmin handbags for quality, but this season they’ve got some amazing colors out — namely “Wisteria” (the plum pictured here in an Elisa handbag) and “Peacock,” a teal. The colors are dark — almost brooding! — but they pop all the same. The web does not do these beauties justice, especially with…