I always like a good nylon tote because they’re lightweight and they avoid some of the issues with polyurethane bags, which are often sold as vegan bags but also often have some weird chemical smell issues. That’s not the case with nylon bags, and they’re affordable, lightweight, and sturdy. I’m a big fan in general, and I’m … Read More about Coffee Break: Studded Nylon Tote
Coffee Break: ‘Siren’ Semiprecious Stone Stud Earrings
I’m a big fan of Monica Vinader because her designs are delicate and organic and just really lovely. I like the green (Amazonite) we’re featuring here but this earring also comes in a more unobtrusive rose quartz/rose gold (fun fact: rose quartz is supposed to attract love, if you’re interested in that sort of thing). This seems like the perfect … Read More about Coffee Break: ‘Siren’ Semiprecious Stone Stud Earrings
Workwear Hall of Fame: Michelle Pump
We did a whole roundup of nude-for-you heels last week, but I didn’t realize that Naturalizer has a whole Nude Collection with a million shades. This Michelle pump has been around for a while, and it’s great to see it in so many shades of brown and beige and tan — I applaud the effort on Naturalizer’s part. The … Read More about Workwear Hall of Fame: Michelle Pump
Coffee Break: Mae Cross Body Bag
Have you guys checked out the ShopBop sale yet? There are so many bags on great discount, including this gorgeous, architectural, cool bag from Karen Walker — it was originally $400, but is now down to $246 with code EVENT17. The big sale has two days left, with 20% off orders under $500, and 25% … Read More about Coffee Break: Mae Cross Body Bag
Coffee Break: “Nevertheless, She Persisted” Print
Etsy has so many things that say “Nevertheless, she persisted,” that it’s really kind of stunning — and awesome. My favorite is this poster, which you could frame for a home office, or put in your work office, etc. It’s $9.99 for a 5″ x 7″ and goes up to $35.99 for a 13″ x … Read More about Coffee Break: “Nevertheless, She Persisted” Print
Coffee Break: SkinActive Ultra-Lift Miracle Wake-Up Anti-Fatigue Day Cream
I tore an ad for this product out of a magazine and meant to include it in our post on the best makeup products to fake a full night’s sleep, and I completely forgot until I just found it while cleaning my desk. This is getting a lot of good reviews, as are several anti-fatigue products Garnier has, all pretty … Read More about Coffee Break: SkinActive Ultra-Lift Miracle Wake-Up Anti-Fatigue Day Cream
Coffee Break: Market Pebbled Leather Tote Bag
This gawgeous blue-and-blue tote from Coach is different from what I’ve seen before — it actually looks to me like a much pricier bag than $295. I like the details: the voluminous bag opening, the bandana rivets, the way that it stays open, the wide flat bottom, and, while it’s not as good as a zipper … Read More about Coffee Break: Market Pebbled Leather Tote Bag
Coffee Break: Girl on the Go Trench Coat
As they say, April showers bring May flowers — and I find myself reaching for my rainboots and raincoat more and more. I recently saw a reader recommendation for a Girl on the Go trench from Eddie Bauer and bought it in navy to add to my years-old regular black raincoat, in part because it … Read More about Coffee Break: Girl on the Go Trench Coat
Coffee Break: Dugan Flat Loafer Mule
Here’s a question: how do you feel about the new(ish) loafer/mule trend — can you wear mules to work? More accurately, when can you NOT wear mules to work? Only on casual days? Only if _____, such as they’re a certain color / you’re wearing trouser socks / your heels aren’t gross? For my $.02, … Read More about Coffee Break: Dugan Flat Loafer Mule
Coffee Break: Fleming Tote
Ooh: this lovely tote is a best seller at Bloomingdale’s in a bunch of different sizes — the larger tote size version (16″ x 4″ x 12″) looks like a great bag for work. It’s at Bloomingdale’s in beige and black for $595 and at Nordstrom in beige; if you really like the Fleming line you … Read More about Coffee Break: Fleming Tote
Coffee Break: Kharen Flat
I am liking the trend of ankle-wrap shoes more and more — but I definitely have a preference for a delicate tie intsead of an up-your-leg gladiator/ballerina wrap, and I kind of prefer them in flats or low heels. This simple flat from Born not only looks comfortable and cute for work, but it’s on … Read More about Coffee Break: Kharen Flat
Coffee Break: Merona Tote with Pouch
I love the really bright, happy yellow of this tote from Target. I haven’t seen a yellow bag like this in a while — I like the tassel detail and the fact that the center is removable and becomes a little purse on its own. This bag is getting good reviews so far and is only $45. It comes in gray, pink, … Read More about Coffee Break: Merona Tote with Pouch