We like the look of this pump from Joan & David — particularly because it’s only a 2.5″ heel, which is our preferred shoe height. It comes in both black and brown, and the black is on sale today — was $88, now $79 at Endless. Circa Joan & David Women’s Darleen Mid Heel Pump … Read More about Coffee Break: Darleen Pump
Coffee Break: Ann Taylor Pumps
We’ve heard raves about these “perfect” pumps from Ann Taylor, and they’re on sale this week — were $155, now marked to $99, take an extra 30% off with the code FRIENDS. And they still have normal sizes left! Not bad — not bad at all. Perfect Elle Pumps
Coffee Break: Bobbie Pump
We’ve been enamored of the brand Volatile since we saw a very fashionable woman wearing a pair of their shoes. (Alas, we can’t remember if she was a personal style blogger or if she was featured in one of those “women on the street” things in a magazine.) But: the brand is part of 6pm.com’s … Read More about Coffee Break: Bobbie Pump
Coffee Break: Christa Basic Pump
Reader J wrote in to sing the praises of these wine-colored pumps from AK Anne Klein: They’re quite comfortable, the heel isn’t too high, and the cut out on the inside of the shoe gives it a little visual interest. And I love the wine color – not quite a neutral and not so bright … Read More about Coffee Break: Christa Basic Pump
Coffee Break: Bruno Magli Contursi Pump
Oooh — great basic black pump from Bruno Magli on sale at Endless. Classic, with positive reviews — the leather looks particularly supple to us. They were $325, now $190, available at Endless. Bruno Magli Women’s Contursi Pump,Black
Thursday’s TPS Report: Naturalizer’s Bohemia Pump
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Reader T writes in to sing the praises of Naturalizer’s Bohemia pump. “I cannot say enough good things! They are comfy, walkable, and super cute. I loved them so much, I got a pair in Bisque/Taupe, and a second pair … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Naturalizer’s Bohemia Pump
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Delman Bella Pumps
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. In honor of Piperlime’s third anniversary, they’re having an unusual sale: place an order today and get a $25 gift certificate for your NEXT purchase. We’ll take it! We like these Delman pumps in brown, one of Piperlime’s “bestsellers” — … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Delman Bella Pumps
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Charles by Charles David’s Melange Pump
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Happy first day of fall! We’re liking these simple but interesting 3″ pumps from Charles by Charles David — the three different colors of brown make it sure to match something you own that is brown, and we like the … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Charles by Charles David’s Melange Pump
Poll: Are very high heels inappropriate for work?
We haven’t taken a poll on this in a while, but gauging by recent comments we should. Here’s the question: are 3″ heels appropriate for work? (Pictured: L.A.M.B. – Juva (Black Multi) – Footwear, available at Zappos Couture for $353. (They’re 4″.)) Opinions tend to run the gamut on this one, as we know from … Read More about Poll: Are very high heels inappropriate for work?
Wednesday’s TPS Report: Calvin Klein Dolly Pumps
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Today’s suggestion comes from reader J, who gushes about these Calvin Klein Dolly shoes: I have literally walked several miles in them in a day and they (and my feet) held up great. They are a good height for pants … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Calvin Klein Dolly Pumps
Reader Mail: Where to Get Fall Shoes
Today’s reader is with us in our desire for fall… Fall shoe question: where in the world can I find leather shoes SANS platforms and peep toes? I’m also tired of all the patent leather. So much of this year’s spring, summer, and now fall lines are peep toes and the platforms are getting higher … Read More about Reader Mail: Where to Get Fall Shoes
Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Nine West’s Walcott Pumps
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Today’s reader-suggested TPS comes from reader L, who writes: I just got the Nine West “Walcott” shoes in black – and they’re perfect. I want them in every color. Not too high a heel, not too pointy at the toes … Read More about Bargain Friday’s TPS Report: Nine West’s Walcott Pumps