Coffee Break: Berenice Pump

Coffee Break: Berenice Pump

This is a lovely, basic, feminine pump from L.K. Bennett. Some people like shiny patent and some don’t; one plus is that patent leather is usually waterproof (and if you’re going to do patent, do L.K. Bennett!), whereas the downside is that it can feel very shiny. This one looks like a really classic and…

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Coffee Break: “Start Standing Now” Standing Desk

Coffee Break: “Start Standing Now” Standing Desk

2020 Update: Our more recent recommendation is $37 and also available at Amazon. This standing desk is only $25, and it’s gotten pretty good reviews. It’s certainly not much to look at — it’s sort of an ugly little thing — but if you’ve been thinking about ergonomics at the office and starting to stand while…

Coffee Break: Antoinette Grand Pump

Coffee Break: Antoinette Grand Pump

I was in the Cole Haan store recently and could not get over how flexible and lightweight these Antoinette heels are. Note that they’re 4″ — but if you really want the height and you want a lightweight shoe, do give these a try. The size range is 5–11, and while Amazon has some in stock, Cole…

Coffee Break: Rounded Buckle Leather Trouser Belt

Coffee Break: Rounded Buckle Leather Trouser Belt

There are a lot of wacky belt trends out there right now, including the braided belt and the western belt, which I’m sure I rocked in the ’80s or early ’90s but just can’t do again! I’m much more likely to go with a simple, rounded-buckle, leather trouser belt like this one. I think this…