Coffee Break – Closed-Toe Slip-Ons

Oooh: I first spied these in the black/gray/blue combo, but when I saw the purple I knew it was fate: I love these purple pumps from Fornarina. I love the way the purple leather details wrap around the front of the shoe — almost as if it were a peep toe, but I believe this…

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Coffee Break – Fretwell Satchel

Zappos has a number of nice-looking Aldo purses for surprisingly affordable prices. This purple “Fretwell” (also available in cognac/bronze) looks great. I love the faux ostrich leather and the dark, dark purple. It’s (wow) $48 at Zappos. ALDO – Fretwell (Purple) – Bags and Luggage (L-2)

Givenchy Soft Snap Jacket

Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Soft Snap Jacket

Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. One of my favorite movies is “How To Steal A Million,” an old Audrey Hepburn/Peter O’Toole romantic comedy/heist movie. Part of getting ready for the big caper involves dressing Hepburn up like a cleaning lady. “Now what has that accomplished?”…