shaneroberts
Shane Roberts
shaneroberts
Editor Emeritus, The Inventory

Currently, the black ballet flats I have are the Nine West Classica. I found mine at T. J. Maxx/Marshalls last fall, but you can still find them on 6pm.com or Amazon; 6pm seems to be the better deal, selling the black leather version in all available sizes for $39.99.

Currently, the black ballet flats I have are the Nine West Classica. I found mine at T. J. Maxx/Marshalls last fall,

Logitech Performance MX.

Logitech Performance MX.

Logitech Anywhere MX. Just the right size, runs on instantly replaceable AA batteries, plenty of programmable buttons. I have the old version that uses the USB receiver, but there’s a new Bluetooth version and an internal rechargeable battery.

Logitech Anywhere MX. Just the right size, runs on instantly replaceable AA batteries, plenty of programmable

For some reason, flats are torture on my feet. I have high arches and I’m in between sizes, so flats either slip off my heels or crush my toes... or, inexplicably, both. So I was devastated to learn that I needed a pair of nude flats to wear with a bridesmaid’s dress this summer. Read more

For some reason, flats are torture on my feet. I have high arches and I’m in between sizes, so flats either slip off

I like my R.A.T. 9

I like my R.A.T. 9

For me, the answer is “none” since I need a thicker sole and at least a slight heel, or walking becomes very uncomfortable on concrete. Also, because of the way I walk and run, they go flying off my feet, if they’re not very, very tight.

For me, the answer is “none” since I need a thicker sole and at least a slight heel, or walking becomes very

  • Logitech M705 Marathon Laser Mouse
  • Logitech M705 Marathon Laser Mouse

Logitech g502

Logitech g502

The R.A.T. 9. It’s big enough for my hands, adjusts to be perfectly comfortable, and has a pinky rest. More mice should come with a pinky rest.

The R.A.T. 9. It’s big enough for my hands, adjusts to be perfectly comfortable, and has a pinky rest. More mice

Microsoft Sculpt Ergonomic Mouse

Microsoft Sculpt Ergonomic Mouse

I am a flats-wearer but I specifically like the barefoot look. I also happen to hate those little half-sock foot-condom things that are supposed to give the barefoot look while keeping your flats from becoming stinky like they would when worn with bare feet on the regular. These are the answer— the ultimate holy grail Read more

I am a flats-wearer but I specifically like the barefoot look. I also happen to hate those little half-sock

I guess I’ll be out of fashion, because I cannot wear ballet flats. I have very high arches and narrow heels, and ballet flats always flap off with every step.
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I guess I’ll be out of fashion, because I cannot wear ballet flats. I have very high arches and narrow heels, and

  • Apple Magic Mouse
  • Apple Magic Mouse

French Soles “sloop”. No arch support but feel like wearing slippers. Real leather, tend to stretch out with time and really conform to your feet. Pricey... but sometimes on sale for a price I’m willing to pay. Read more

French Soles “sloop”. No arch support but feel like wearing slippers. Real leather, tend to stretch out with time