Coffee Break

Accessories for your suits and other office wear.

  • Coffee Break: Skinny polka-dot silk belt

    This belt is the current object of my obsession. Love, love love the white polka-dots edged in green, the navy belt, the pink buckle — fabulous. Yes, it’s probably the kind of thing you’ll see knocked off at Forever21 for about $9 (which is a shame, I think), but for the moment, this high-end, glorious…

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  • Coffee Break: Lisbon Oxfords

    In our conversation yesterday about basic black pumps, readers reminded me of a very comfortable brand that I forget sometimes — Me Too. True enough, this oxford pump has glowing customer reviews on comfort (yes, despite the height) and walkability. As I’ve said before, I think this style can be one of the easiest to…

  • Coffee Break: Floating Feathers Scarf

    I’m loving this wispy, artsy wool scarf from Madewell — love the colors and the abstract pattern. I’d use it for a pop of color and whimsy with a blazer of almost any color. Was $49, now $24.99 at Madewell. Floating Feathers Scarf (L-2)

  • Coffee Break: Pixel Floral Cashmere Scarf

    Maybe I spent too much of my childhood playing games like King’s Quest (and Space Quest and Police Quest…), but I love the pixelated-on-purpose look to this floral scarf. It strikes me as witty, but also artsy (for those who don’t remember the 1980s graphics) and, given the muted colors, a good basic. It’s marked…

  • Coffee Break: Suede Snakeskin Belt

    Brooks Brothers has a number of items on clearance, including a ton of cute belts. I like these 3/4″ suede snakeskin belt, which comes in grey (pictured) and a very versatile “natural” taupey/brown. Was $148, now marked to $74. Suede Snakeskin Belt