This is an occasional feature where we take a deeper look at weekend wear for professional women. Ladies, which are your favorite bags (or types of bags) to carry when you go out on the town? Do you make an effort to switch bags when you’re going out, or do you often just end up carrying … Read More about Weekend Wednesday: Going Out Bags
The Hunt: Stylish, Professional Satchels
Sure, we all know what basics professional women are supposed to have in their closets, but if you’re buying one for the first time or replacing one you’ve worn into the ground, it can be a pain to find exactly the right incarnation in stores. In “The Hunt,” we search the stores for a basic … Read More about The Hunt: Stylish, Professional Satchels
Coffee Break – Ebenezer Leather Shoulder Bag
I first saw this bag at the Shopbop sale last week, in an almost glowing green and navy crinkled metallic leather — and thought, it’s nice, but for $1900 I can’t recommend that as a “sale” item (even though you could have gotten up to 35% off on it with the sale they were having … Read More about Coffee Break – Ebenezer Leather Shoulder Bag
Coffee Break – Marmont Shoulder Bag
I love the look of this shoulder bag from Treesje — the chain strap, the geometric look, the colorblocking, the flap with magnetic closure, the additional handle if you’d prefer to carry it by hand… lovely. This gray and yellow version is steeply marked down (from $475 to $237.50) but the black “anaconda,” while at … Read More about Coffee Break – Marmont Shoulder Bag
Coffee Break – Valise Jenna Shoulder Bag
The classic pocketbook shape is becoming more and more popular (which I suppose is a nice change from all the hobo bags I’ve bought in the past few years, and the east/west bags before that) — and I’m loving this one from Cole Haan, currently on sale at Zappos. It’s available in dark aubergine (pictured) … Read More about Coffee Break – Valise Jenna Shoulder Bag
Coffee Break – No Slouch Medium Hobo
A few months ago, I attended a press event for Kenneth Cole (actually a really lovely dinner hosted by KC himself) and all of the bloggers got to choose one piece to take home with them. I got this suede bag in a purpley pink and I have to say it’s really lovely. The suede … Read More about Coffee Break – No Slouch Medium Hobo
Coffee Break – Gallery Leather Shoulder Bag
I actually bought this purse sometime last fall — it marks my first yellow purse. I like it a lot — it’s surprisingly big, and the leather has a nice, soft, worn look to it, which helps offset some of the shock of carrying a yellow purse. I love wearing it with grays, as well … Read More about Coffee Break – Gallery Leather Shoulder Bag
Coffee Break: Stevie Flap Shoulder Bag
We’re digging this “whiskey” colored bag from Antonio Melani — love the geometric look to the seaming, the flip-lock closure, and the comfortable strap-drop length. It’s $179, only at Dillards.com. Antonio Melani “Stevie” Flap Shoulder Bag
Coffee Break
We’re liking this great shoulder bag from Monserat de Lucca. We like the braided detail, the multiple pockets (both outside and in), the two optional handles, and the gorgeous, lovely color. It’s $297 at Bluefly (was $495). Monserat de Lucca grey leather ‘Trenza’ braid detail shoulder bag