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…

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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…