Coffee Break

Accessories for your suits and other office wear.

  • Coffee Break – Twentie Wedges

    Reader A recently wrote in to recommend another pair of heels, noting that due to nerve damage in her feet she sought extremely comfortable heels. As she described her pair, “They are beautiful, and cushiony, and have awesome arch support. The leather is excellent quality, too.” So while her high-heeled sandals were gorgeous and possibly…

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  • Coffee Break – Cole Haan Vintage Valise Kendra Tote

    I mentioned this briefly in an update to this morning’s TPS, but: Neiman Marcus is having a one-day only 40% off sale on Cole Haan items. (They also have a bunch of other great stuff in their clearance, including new markdowns.) I love this beautiful “beet” purple tote — the perforated leather, the shoulder strap,…

  • Coffee Break – Suede Classic Pumps

    Brooks Brothers has a ton of cute shoes on sale right now, including these lovely purple suede pumps. I like the 3.25″ heel, the plum color, and the leather lining. They were $198, but are now $79.20 (sizes 6-10 still available). Suede Classic Pumps (L-2)

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    Coffee Break – Totes Purse Umbrella

    I’m one of those annoyingly practical types who carries an umbrella everywhere during spring and fall, when surprise showers always seem imminent. I recently got a new mini umbrella and was amazed at how heavy it was, compared to my old, super lightweight umbrella (which I think was a sister to this one). So for…