Coffee Break

Accessories for your suits and other office wear.

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    Coffee Break – ‘Gardner’ Pump

    Yes, these are kind of bright colors for pumps, but a) a pop of color is nice — imagine these with an otherwise gray-on-gray ensemble, for example; b) they’ve got good reviews on Nordstrom, and c) 50% off never hurts. Although I love a purple suede pump, I’m kind of leaning towards the blue ones…

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  • Coffee Break – Domed Buckle Satchel

    I hate the color “mustard.” I really do. So you know I must really be in love when I say that I’ve been eyeing this mustard yellow bag for a few weeks now (although it’s also available in black, orange, and a tan “natural”). I love the dome shape, the buckles (both on the sides…

  • Coffee Break – Soho Croc-Effect Leather 2013 Diary

    I usually can resist the allure of high priced notebooks and calendars, but hello: gorgeous, gorgeous notepad from Smythson. Love that electric purple hue, the light-blue paper, and the suggestion that you display it proudly on your desk. (Although: I do wish it were a reusable cover instead of a diary, similar to these composition…

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    Coffee Break – Darleen Pumps

    Hmmn: not only are these low navy pumps on sale, but the 18 reviews are all overwhelmingly positive. Comfortable! Gorgeous! Walkable! I thought I’d post the navy since it’s always hard to find navy pumps (but note — you can wear black shoes with navy outfits); but these also come in black. They were $99,…