Gift Idea: Multi-Functional Pressure Cooker

Gift Idea: Multi-Functional Pressure Cooker

Happy Thursday! As it’s getting down to the wire for holiday gift-buying, especially once you factor in shipping, wrapping, etc., Amazon comes through as always. I happened to find this great thread where readers were talking about their favorite kitchen gadgets, and one of the things mentioned was the Instant Pot. I don’t have one…

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Gift Idea: ‘Vetiver 46’ Liquid Balm

Gift Idea: ‘Vetiver 46’ Liquid Balm

They’re calling this product “the new way to carry your signature scent anywhere.” To me it doesn’t seem that different from the regular roll-on kind of perfume, although it might be slightly bigger. The scent itself is really lovely, a very deep and dark and sort of woodsy feel. I bought this for myself because I’m…

Gift Idea: Quilted Purse Shapers

Gift Idea: Quilted Purse Shapers

Readers recommended these purse shapers in our last discussion on closet organization, and I think they’re a great solution to the problem of having purses that get slouchy if you don’t stuff them with papers when they’re not being used. I like the quilted look because it feels more luxurious, and these come in a variety of sizes….

black patent pump with cutouts along side and strap across vamp

Coffee Break: ‘Phoebe’ Mary Jane Pump

This shoe has been around for a long time, and I don’t think we’ve ever featured it in a Coffee Break. It was one of Sarah Jessica Parker’s original styles, I believe, and I like the classic 3″ heel, the sleek look, the cutouts, and the grosgrain ribbon detail at the back. It’s just a really good…