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A new year often ushers in vows for better beauty habits. The reality...those new routines-often including at-home beauty devices- can have metaphorically,  short shelf lives.  via GIPHY For longer term pro-aging facial boosts-way under one hour procedures, FDA cleared-with little or no downtime...require less effort-and get results, PDQ.

Executive Chef Vito Gnazzo Shares His Exclusive Holiday Recipes From  Il Gattopardo and The Leopard at des Artistes FINALLY---t wo recipes for hearty and flavorful dishes from two of our favorite restaurants...   The Leopard at des Artistes ’  Christmas Salad Of Clams, Mussels, Shrimp, And Octopus In A Fresh Lemon Dressing  and Il Gattopardo’s  Artisanal Lobster Raviol i -  that add Italian flavors to holiday feasts. AND will dazzle the tastebuds of guests-as well as leave time to enjoy their bon mots too! Courtesy of Leopard at des Artistes' Executive Chef Vito Gnazzo...who conjured up probably one of the best meals we have ever eaten anywhere. ( Review )

Keep warm-in classic jackets-of longer length designs - but made of new materials for weather worthy wear -that won't date. via GIPHY HELLY HANSEN, FREE PEOPLE,  FJÄLLRÄVEN Helly Hansen LONGYEAR PARK $500-Norweigan heritage lends SERIOUS weather beater cred-waterproof, windproof protection w/  Allied Down 80/20 600 Fill insulation, YKK® zippers,  detachable faux fur collar, reflective pops on sleeves w/ adjustable cuffs (and hood)-and big exterior pockets, hand warmer pockets- plus interior ones. Men's sizes-M-XXL FREE COUNTRY-kinda an under the radar hipster label defies the elements-men's KEYSTONE DOWN QUILTED JACKET on sale now $69.99...80/20 down/feather fill, ez care-machine washable- stain resistant polyester fabric shell, wind resistant chin guard, removable hood w/ drawcord, storm placket+storm cuffs, loads of zipper close ex-interior pockets and dual zipper and button closure. Swedish label Fjällräven durable jackets made from unique fabrics that  

WHAT TO EAT BETWEEN binge-like bursts of celebratory calorie loaded holiday fare that may not be  so great , calorie-wise-or even taste that good. via GIPHY TRY INSTEAD...A gluten -free  Creamy Rich Protein W/O the Calories & the best slim Crunchy Sweet To Eat Without Feeling 'Deprived.' Say cheese :-) to the old is now new revamped image (and taste)-of the ideal protein packed pick- a diet staple, cottage cheese... Picky eaters, feline or otherwise...will love MUUNA ..(tip)-serve chilled-as creamy slightly chewy texture...enhanced cold. FYI-if like us, cereal qualifies as dinner...(so easy)...we suggest stocking up on MUUNA for more healthy, protein option that is very satisfying, taste buds wise. Above-MUUNA 4% milk fat-Classic Plain delivering a meaningful 14 grams of protein/15% calcium needs- and only 110 calories half cup human  serving-4 human sized servings per 16oz container. 

  L.L. BEAN, K2, ABUS, HOBIE, KidPik, STIO, UGGS      Cause they're more tech savvy than you... so WHY BOTHER? via GIPHY SURPRISE THEM Opt for  new stalgic outdoor FUN Mad for plaid ---L.L. Bean outdoor toys with style include...snazzy water repellent cushion- plaid cover  $55 ($65) for the timeless kid's pull sled  w/ rope tow...in 2 sizes-$149 small-$179 large= smooth vertical snow sailing. Made of kiln dry no warp hardwoods finished w/clear water based lacquer. A real keeper.  L.L. Bean SONIC snow tube ...pile in opportunities for solo or group rides on hard packed or fluffy snow...made of 1000 denier tough nylon protects the heavy duty inner butyl rubber tube, a cold impervious semi-rigid polyurethane base, sturdy handles, straps+nylon webbing tow for going back up the hill.  Plaid, plaid world...courtesy of L.L. Bean Rollerblading -aka inline skates-ready for a comeback(?)-K2's for fast mobility speed fiends or dry land hockey slap-stick

Limited Edition-Hand Crafted Boots by a legendary men's shoe maestro celebrates 80th anniversary of iconic Vibram's Carramato lug design. Timeless too -Vibram's Italian born Megagrip rubber lug outsole...is a game changer...for those wishing to remained upright when on the move in incremental weather. YUP-those hand wrought details abound in this men's only (wha????) lace-up brush leather suede lace-up hiker hybrid-by cult fav Japanese streetwear label...VISVIM-the  Jibari -takes a day to make. $1200 DESIGNER HIROKI NAKAMURA credit J.Dicuollo. Where: Pop-Up shop at 180 Duane Street-Tribeca-a spacious white gallery with those soaring ceilings-brick walls of areas cast iron architecture...temporarily aligned with retro-style hand crafted apparel/footwear-a stunning fusion of folklore, an urban -cool Asian aesthetic-plus world friendly silhouettes (like the handsome kimonos having a fashion moment-again). VISVIM -has a huge fan club that travels-give

L.L. Bean, Adidas Outdoors, Carhartt, ULU Boots, OBOZ Slush, snow, ice-for a few days-or a few weeks-require focused footwear.  Top picks for weather beaters, boot wise-with enough style to wear weekdays-week-ends. via GIPHY

TOP PICKS: CHACO, PIKOLINOS, KEEN F/W selections to wear practically year round-with any outfit-JUST IN CASE warming climates limit (eliminate) the absolute need for burly snow boots-yet work JUST IN CASE inclement weather makes a brief appearance.  PS: &  travel well too . via GIPHY CHACO's year round men's kicks-love how the non-marking white blown rubber outsoles-practical skid resistant tread design in a  year round temps' appropriate pop of color-with dark brown nubuck+full leather grain uppers-white contrast stitching. Pictured in the front-men's THOMPSIN SLIP $115-with the brand's men's specific durable+ removable Cloud PU footbed. In back Pinecone shaded THOMPSON CHUKKA $135...also comes in a cool gray. Similar to aforementioned-with round waxed cotton laces. CHACO's women's HARPER LACE $110 - pictured in Caribou brown- nubuck+full grain leather upper-with skid resistant non-marking rubber outsole-hits the right note via a 3