Oooh: cute ladylike satchel from Botkier. As always with Botkier, I love the quality of the leather, the wit (that contrasting clasp!) and the intelligent details (pockets, detachable shoulder strap, etc.). I think it’s a great way to look very of-the-moment in a classy way, especially if you’ll be otherwise sitting out the mint craze … Read More about Coffee Break – Leon Small Satchel
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Alois V-Neck Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I can’t quite put my finger on what it is that I love about this dress so much. Is it the pockets? The rectangular detail? I do love all of those, plus the wide shoulder straps, high back, and very … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Alois V-Neck Dress
Coffee Break – Warby Pumps
These shoes have much more of a vintage vibe than what I normally post, but I can’t help but thinking how amazing these would look with summery trousers, like white, beige, or light gray. I (of course) particularly love the cobalt, but they also come in black, yellow, red, and a nude-for-me beige. They’re $108-$119 … Read More about Coffee Break – Warby Pumps
Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Silk Linen One-Button Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Even though we’ve already had our round-up of summer blazers, this beautiful silk/linen one has still caught my eye. Part of it might be the styling — she does look distinctive with the scarf so neatly folded (duplicative on someone … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Silk Linen One-Button Jacket
Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Scoopneck Cotton Top
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Rafaella has been making these kinds of tops for years, and I’ve always liked them. A simple, solid color… a classic, flattering effect like the scalloped detailing here… and a really affordable price. Love it. The cotton top is marked … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Scoopneck Cotton Top
Coffee Break – Large Python Lula
If you’re hunting Big Game — by which I mean expensive, splurge-worthy bags and shoes — now’s the time, as a bunch of places like Barneys, Bergdorf Goodman, Nordstrom, and The Outnet have a bunch of stuff more than 40% off. I love this “Lula” python handbag from Barneys New York — the black snakeskin … Read More about Coffee Break – Large Python Lula
Thursday’s TPS Report: Pique Knit Jacket
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Happy Thursday! This is a really cute pique knit jacket, on sale at The Limited. I like knit jackets because they’re often as comfortable as a sweater, but with almost as much polish as a blazer. This navy one looks … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Pique Knit Jacket
Suit of the Week: Ann Taylor
For busy working women, the suit is often the easiest outfit to throw on in the morning. In general, this feature is not about interview suits for women, which should be as classic and basic as you get — instead, this feature is about the slightly different suit that is fashionable, yet professional. I was … Read More about Suit of the Week: Ann Taylor
Wednesday’s TPS Report: New Ribbon Knit Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I like this laid back knit dress from French Connection, on sale at Zappos. The stripes are on trend this season, but the tri-color effect seems flattering, new, and interesting. The dress was $188, but is today marked to $103 … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: New Ribbon Knit Dress
Coffee Break – Jerry Belt
This looks like an amazing belt: it’s leather, with super-saturated colors, and it’s intended to be long enough to wear buckled normally or tied up in a decorative knot. I honestly can’t decide which color I like best, but I’m posting the neon orange to show you the knot. It’s available in both neon colors … Read More about Coffee Break – Jerry Belt
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Alimo C. Aglow Tweed
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I’m not sure how I feel about the matching skirt and dress for this suit jacket (both of which would look more appropriate on a 9 year old, if anyone) — but this jacket is fabulous. I always love a … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Alimo C. Aglow Tweed
Coffee Break – Wee Initial Ring
I love tiny initial rings. For years I’ve worn a small gold signet ring with a “K” on it — a gift for my first communion, if I recall correctly — as a pinky ring. After I got married I was looking for a small ring with either a “V” (my maiden name is Vogele) … Read More about Coffee Break – Wee Initial Ring