MARC BY MARC JACOBS 'Classic Q - Fran Small' Shopper

Coffee Break – Fran Small Shopper

As someone who loves cobalt, I’m really psyched that that color — and other deep jewel tones — are apparently really in for fall. To wit: This gorgeous Marc by Marc Jacobs shopper. It’s perfect: 7″ is a great strap drop length, the 13x11x4.5 dimensions are big enough to carry your stuff without knocking people…

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Calvin Klein - Saxton

Coffee Break – Saxton Wedges

Hmmn: I don’t think we’ve featured this Saxton wedge before, but it comes in a zillion colors, which is usually the mark of a winner, and they look super flexible in the Zappos video. I like the marbled leather on these black wedges, though — there’s a slight shimmery effect, but it looks much more…

Lime Elliptic Bib Necklace

Coffee Break – Lime Elliptic Bib Necklace

I haven’t paid too much attention to Bauble Bar, but I keep seeing great things sourced to them so I finally took a look today — and there’s a lot to recommend. First, the variety of stuff — lots of different trendy pieces for really affordable prices, such as this cute lime “elliptic” bib for…

Kenneth Jay Lane Jade Necklace

Coffee Break – Jade Necklace

Colorful statement necklaces are huge right now, and I love the look of this one from Kenneth Jay Lane. The stones are nice and big, but lay flat against your neck — and I love that saturated color. Zappos has them in jade (pictured), coral, and lapis, for $300 each. Kenneth Jay Lane – 7336…

Coffee Break – Leon Small Satchel

Coffee Break – Leon Small Satchel

Oooh: cute ladylike satchel from Botkier. As always with Botkier, I love the quality of the leather, the wit (that contrasting clasp!) and the intelligent details (pockets, detachable shoulder strap, etc.). I think it’s a great way to look very of-the-moment in a classy way, especially if you’ll be otherwise sitting out the mint craze…