Very long coats: yea or nay? I typically prefer a mid-thigh length for daily wear, but I do have a long coat that I bought forever ago that I wear on that rare occasion where I’m wearing a floor-length dress in winter. (For some reason I thought it was called an opera coat but it sounds … Read More about Coffee Break: Preston Long Sweeper Coat
Coffee Break: ‘Jessica’ Leather Tote
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. What a great leather tote — I like all the zippers, the organization, and the fact that it’ll fit most 15″ laptops. The red “briefcase” can be a classic look for women; this one also comes in black (with red … Read More about Coffee Break: ‘Jessica’ Leather Tote
Workwear Hall of Fame: Gayle Pumps
People seem to LOVE these Calvin Klein pumps, and it’s easy to see why — a really classic style, tons of color options (evergreen suede is pictured here, but there are tons of colors in matte leather, textured leather, suede, and patent). I’m not usually one for blingy accents, but I do like the metallic accent … Read More about Workwear Hall of Fame: Gayle Pumps
Coffee Break: ‘Keely’ Satchel
This vegan satchel has such a ladylike vibe — love it. If you’re looking for a navy/chalk blue bag, they have one, but otherwise I’m a fan of the pictured black-on-black version, featuring a textured PVC for contrast. It’s $168 at Nordstrom. Matt & Nat ‘Keely’ Satchel Here’s a lower-priced option. (L-3)
Coffee Break: Janie Pump
These heels are a bit surprising to me in a few regards. First: they’re only 3.5″ — but they look a lot higher. Second: 123 5-star reviews at Zappos! I look at a lot of reviews in Zappos, and most products start to dip to 4 stars after the first 100 and so reviews. Looking closer, they have 76% … Read More about Coffee Break: Janie Pump
Coffee Break: Blister Cushions
There’s always that rough period when the seasons change, and your feet have to get used to shoes you haven’t worn in months. In the summer it’s sandals, but in the winter I’ve had some boots and pumps take some serious bites. (And every time I’m like, how do I always forget to take it slow with new shoes?) … Read More about Coffee Break: Blister Cushions
Coffee Break: Jewelry Pave Diamond Huggie Earrings
I love a good huggie earring, but the teenier, the better. This teensy tiny gold diamond hoop looks adorable, comfortable, classy — love, love, love. It’s $693 (an oddly specific price) at ShopBop. Ariel Gordon Jewelry Pave Diamond Huggie Earrings Two slightly lower-priced options are here and here; here is a much lower-priced option. (L-5)
Coffee Break: Crinkle Heels
Ooh: I think I found these heels when I was sorting through various wine-colored heels for our recent purple heels roundup. While I do generally prefer the purply wine colored heels for maximum versatility, these dark red heels from Kate Spade are also droolworthy. Something about the mixture of feminine details like a crinkle patent and a bow, … Read More about Coffee Break: Crinkle Heels
Coffee Break: Le Pliage Briefcase
Interesting: the Le Pliage now comes as a briefcase. I’m interested to hear what you ladies think about this — on the one hand, it is a sleek look (and one that, I think, has become associated with quality), and it’s very lightweight, just like all of the other Longchamp nylon bags. On the other … Read More about Coffee Break: Le Pliage Briefcase
Coffee Break: ‘Soho’ Leather Tote
I was intrigued to read about the new work tote that Team Ivanka has developed — and it looks pretty solid. I like all of the pockets, zippers, and organization, the fact that it isn’t too huge, and the fact that it comes in black and brown. (One note, though: no feet?!) The bag is … Read More about Coffee Break: ‘Soho’ Leather Tote
Coffee Break: Carola Pump
Ooh: love the muted red and texture on these 3.5″ heels — classic yet fun. I also like the fact that they come in nine colors, three widths, and sizes 5-12. They’re $195 at Zappos. Via Spiga Carola Pump Psst: Amazon has a few colors on sale starting at $82, with some Prime-eligible. Here’s a lower-priced … Read More about Coffee Break: Carola Pump
Coffee Break: Triangle Choker
Choker necklaces are coming back in again. But unlike the ribbons, embroidery, and peace signs I remember from my youth, the newer ones are delicate and interesting. (Less velcro is always a good thing, right?) It can be challenging to find one for work, but this triangle-shaped one from ASOS looks great, either by itself … Read More about Coffee Break: Triangle Choker