We’ve included this pump from Trotters in a number of our roundups of the best low heels, but I don’t think we’ve ever highlighted it in its own post. I love this black python-print leather, the short 1.75″ heel, and the classic kitten heel look. It comes in 10 colors and five (!) widths at Nordstrom for $99-$109 … Read More about Workwear Hall of Fame: Paulina Leather Pump
Coffee Break: Double Arrow Diamond Hoop Earrings
Yes, yes, I do love the huggie earrings and like to feature them, but these diamond hoops from Dana Rebecca Designs also seem kind of edgy and cool. I haven’t seen this black/hematite type of metal in a while, and I like the diamond arrows. Even better, they’re 40% off — they were $660 and are now $395. They’re … Read More about Coffee Break: Double Arrow Diamond Hoop Earrings
Coffee Break: Maya Calfskin Shoulder Bag
I love the boxy look of this classic shoulder bag from All Saints, and I continue to be really impressed with All Saints as a leather bag company. The lack of lining is a little interesting, but I like it, although the removable ruffle detail is probably something I’d take off immediately. I like the hidden magnetic snap closure and interior … Read More about Coffee Break: Maya Calfskin Shoulder Bag
Coffee Break: Francis Ballet Flat
This Sam Edelman flat looks like it was inspired by the popular Chloe flat — but it has a much more affordable price. (Also check out this flat from the same brand, which we’ve featured before in our guide to the most comfortable ballet flats for work.) The pictured shoe is at Amazon in 12 colors for as … Read More about Coffee Break: Francis Ballet Flat
Coffee Break: Hummingbird Skull Print Silk Scarf
I don’t know if they’ve jumped the shark or not, but I still find myself wanting an Alexander McQueen skull scarf. This ivory and sky blue one is just so different from what I’d normally think of a skull scarf as looking like — it’s kind of cheeky and fun. If you wear to work, depending on how … Read More about Coffee Break: Hummingbird Skull Print Silk Scarf
Coffee Break: Marymid Pump
We’ve featured the Marymid pump from Stuart Weitzman before, most recently in our roundup of nude heels, but I hadn’t seen this suede pink anywhere else (because it’s exclusive to Stuart Weitzman). It’s just a really fun, happy pink color, and it’s 30% off right now, so consider it if you happen to enjoy pink suede shoes! This … Read More about Coffee Break: Marymid Pump
Coffee Break: Laptop Tote
If you’re on the hunt for either a colorful laptop bag or an affordable one, do check out this well-reviewed bag at Amazon — I’m picturing it in blue but it comes in two pinks, a purple, khaki, grey, and black. All of the colors are marked down to $39.99, and feature a laptop compartment … Read More about Coffee Break: Laptop Tote
Coffee Break: Multi Huggie Earrings
As I’ve noted before, I’ve always thought huggie earrings were the most comfortable to wear at work — they’re so close to the ear (hence the name) that you sidestep the “is it appropriate for work” issues you sometimes get with dangly earrings, but with more of an interesting look than you often find in stud … Read More about Coffee Break: Multi Huggie Earrings
Workwear Hall of Fame: Fabulist Heels
These $80 strappy pumps have been on my radar for a while now, and for some reason I’m always amazed to see how many rave reviews they get at Zappos: right now there are 187 reviews and a solid 5-star rating. There are more colorways right now than I’ve ever seen before, too: seven color … Read More about Workwear Hall of Fame: Fabulist Heels
Coffee Break: Skinny Suede Braided Obi Belt
Obi belts seem to be having a moment right now, and I love this little blue suede one from White House Black Market. It’s skinnier than a lot of obi belts, and I like that it’s braided, and the pop of blue is a fun detail. It’ll also be easier to wear with a sheath dress, or … Read More about Coffee Break: Skinny Suede Braided Obi Belt
Coffee Break: Puzzle Bag
This architectural puzzle bag is something I’ve been drooling over for about a year now — and I actually suggested to one of my girlfriends that she buy it for her 4oth birthday. It’s such an interesting little square bag — it’s really clever and witty but not in a, say, Marc Jacobs kind of way. It’s … Read More about Coffee Break: Puzzle Bag
Coffee Break: Guerrilla Girls Tea Towel
I recently went to the Whitney Biennial (I made it about 5 seconds into the virtual reality thing before I threw down my headset and walked away, but I loved this one) and was seriously pondering getting this tea towel in the gift shop, and ultimately decided against it because, well, $21 is a lot for a … Read More about Coffee Break: Guerrilla Girls Tea Towel