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PART ONE: SUNGLASSES Hitting the lone-wide open road...seems like the perfect 'self-care' vacay nowadays. Limited storage=multi-tasking clothing+accessories+footwear that double for active-leisure pursuits-the only stuff to carry on. SUNGLASSES are musts...at a great price, even better . Top Pick: 100% UVA-UVB blocking for outdoor jaunts under bright blue skies- are 'just' part of the protective attributes of the incredibly lightweight- great fitting -and amazingly priced   new Tifosi SWOON 'shades -a worthy addition to their best selling SWANK series- intro'ed last year. These latest frame shapes- deliver sharp vision and sporty chic style . LOVE: Gradient lenses (darker on top, fading to lighter lower ) are the hottest in demand lenses choice of celebs wearing  sunglasses. AND  imo-the SWOON are worthy of them and us. Suitable for medium-large faces...the SWOON almost wrap around shape-with tiny air vents at the sides to prevent fogging...

THE LIST: Part 2 Waterless Beauty/Grooming Portable split are bars of cleansers, conditioners, shampoos...are handiest, easy to stow option for limited storage. The men's leaning best sellers from DUKE CANNON Supple Co. -includes retro cool packaging and nifty-gender neutral (imo) cologne bars. SOAPS FUUUNNN -come in a variety pack FAV Lush  makes a slew of vegan -cruelty free and effective options for head to toe washing-in addition to those practically collective bath bombs. A little cover-up gem-by indie beauty Blinking Owl Acres -is the holistic (best selling) non-toxic mineral foundation powder-one up-with organic moisturizers in its featherweight formula one can hike in (aka not cake-y)...plus imo-adds to sun block help with Zinc Oxide-Mica-Silk ingredients. A Better Sip: A best design winner -LARQ lightweight self cleaning water bottles have built in light zapping-that removes the odor causing bacteria + chlorine taste of drinking wate...

OBSESSED-super well designed -a portable-rechargeable light by Melissa Yip (Innermost-IM Design Concepts-a UK company). Really can go -indoors and out... The plant -stem shape with an LED bulb-is style eye candy-and using a rechargeable battery (micro usb charge) for cable/free light anywhere that you are. BONUS: Splash proof and light intensity settings (push down, literally-on the bulb)-for 25%-50%-100% shine intensity. In six colors-made of durable polycarbonate Available -here-$125 (Amazon)

Smart Designs for Coffee Lovers Premium Presses/ Eco Containers...in transit or at home. OUR LATEST OBSESSION-for tabletop, home decor-or life on the road=the beautiful functional designs by NY based  SOMA. SOMA's newest design-the  BREW BOTTLE ($40) is a portable durable double walled glass coffee/tea  12 oz container-tricked out with a patent pending strainer- press (stainless steel)- capped up with a slide opened screw top. Chic and the prefect way to make perfect pour over or cold brew-or loose tea. Choices in colors available.  Comes apart for easy cleaning too. WIN WIN This company's stunning 10 cup water pitcher-made from recycled/sustainable materials including bamboo handle-uses a degradable (eventually) coconut shell based filter .  Sold at Crate & Barrel with water filters sold separately-or by   yearly subscription  it's popular on wedding registries and makes a great house gift! SOMA  is s  ...

FOR a van life -on the road: TIP 3: ( Tips 1+2 ) Effective no fuss grooming/beauty for Eve(s) -mass market specials...or pampering luxury products favored by Villanelle's with perfect glowing skin...parsimonious or splurge worthy choices abound. Aromatic placenta facial serum used by her boss might intrigue the Eves of the world-but for her personal use- genderless cruelty free botanicals that are effective not frilly...appeal. And a shareable with who ever else is along for the ride. via GIPHY SHEA MOISTURE's Havana Hurricane 4 in 1 ALL-OVER WASH  is a terrific one and done choice-a head to toe cleanser/conditioner/moisturizer ($8.99)  that's a ideal for a mobile existence. Fair-trade sourced shea butter plus cruelty free  -the product range is all made without the stuff to avoid-like artificial dyes, fragrances, sulphates, phthalates, or parabens. MAD HIPPIE 's   feminine packaging -reveals male-female worthy no-nonsense ingredients prese...

If AI algorithmic suggestions are replacing  thoughts waaaay to much-hit the road for IRL adventures, Durable Eve basics   (Killing Eve ) or  luxury Villanelle items -make life on the road appealing-helping to ditch screens for the novelties of the living. WITH no dead bodies piling up either. TIP One: One way to go: Van Rentals Tricked out vans are prefect for that blend of predictive posh comfort/transportation-resplendent with elevated basics. Villanelle(s) who never really lay down roots- in pursuit of ___ should spring for the upscale  Peace Vans Modern rental fleet-first-of-its kind custom camping vehicles built on the pop top Mercedes Metris or custom Mercedes Sprinters vans. THINK  portable surroundings complete with a curved bamboo interior, propose built kitchen gallery with induction cooktop, sink, large refrigerator, queen size bed, captain's chairs, high thread count linens and more plush Peace Van's special touches. The same ...

In the late 80s- NYC Marathons pre-race had 20,000+ humans-meandering around - hanging out in  basic tents for about 2 hours-eventually set-off in one massive start post the Achilles hand-cycles-wheelchair + pros. There were no timing chips- the 'gun time' was your time. The night prior-some slept on semi-stiff cotton-poly sheets- or all cotton ones-fabrics that made up a lot of runner's outfits too. Now-  over 51,000 NYC Marathon racers wearing textile performance attire + race bibs+accurate timing chips- still get to Staten Island crazy early. But the assigned race start waves (8!!!) are staggered  over 2 ½ hours-now added to the 2 plus hours of hanging around. SO it didn't exactly surprise us- that  the Bedgear Performance-a company that makes smart tech sleep products-is a NYC marathon sponsor (solicited, too). Those long waits before the pace starts to pick up-practically begs for a nap! Some help for wiry racers - and others ....

Part 2: Van Life Essentials-Staying Fit the minimalist way Crossfit enthused-or power walk helper-weighted vests (plate carriers) are handy and lightweight, great additions for at home or living' the van life-fitness equipment- you can hang on a hook-or shove under a car seat. via GIPHY Top Pick: 5.11®  Tactec Plate Carrier CF 18-Crossfit® edition $229 5.11-sponsors CrossFit-a branded exercise regiment-incorporating high intensity intervals-strength/conditioning/aerobic with oomph-for newbies to hard core pros-that reminds us of what our military pals did to keep in shape while deployed. Equipment needed? A few essentials include this weighted vest --that needs to fit comfortably ...and does- via adjustable options (waist+tensional bands), distributes the weight evenly (back yoke shoulder pads), is tough-made of abrasion resistant 500D nylon w/ Duraflex® hardwear-has air vents-for circulation-a web id loop, and is easy on/off w/ one hand release. The vest ensures an endorph...

Older generations' VW mini-bus adventures, Airstreams' upscale digs... and collegiate low budget New Zealand travels-in camper rentals...all lend some retro flavor for today's millennial plus (ers) who NOW demand tricked out vans  - that rival functional RVs---as THE vehicle of choice. Bonus- smaller parking spaces! via GIPHY What gets packed -and what gets built in - are all multi-tasking -well made, durable objects making life on the road -a desirable way to go. Part One: Aluminum Portable Products-by YETI, PK GRILLS Cooler ruler YETI introduces a new HORDO BASE CAMP CHAIR $299...that even interior design mavens will LOVE. These are a bit heftier, weight wise-than typical camp/trek chairs...but are way more rugged solid...and comfy. Note-the breathable mesh w/ GRIDGUARD™MOLD for no-sag,  edge to edge comfort- is just like the upscale Herman Miller Aero Chairs-and wow-can support up to 500lbs. Solid cast joints + double barrel  aluminum frame fold up flat to...

New Shelf Stables -For Fast Eats For The Van Life / Home WHEN WHAT YOU REALLY WANT IS: Personal Chef--a specialized maestro for each course... Pasticcieri Siciliani Chefs (Dessert should be first course) Sous Chef Entremetier Chef de Partier-Royal Chef-plus clean -up crew DUH But what you really have is ... via GIPHY A bowl of milk (vodka) +   cereal =Cocktail Hour/Dinner MEAL Combo Some other approaches for a delicious -healthy meal, fast.