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SUPPLEMENTS and HEALTHY FOODS-ESSENTIALS Yeah yeah yeah-we know what M. Jagger/K. Richards song is really about...but this is the second decade of the 21st century...and children of the 60s (and 70s, 80s, 90s) are embracing other mother's helpers as nowadays athletic age uppers want to maintain overall fitness and physiques. New: Supplements have mixed reviews these days -why brand names (and their reputations) are important imo. For endurance athletes who cannot eat all the nutrients their bodies need to maintain ...supplements are a given. From well-respected   Natrol -Skin, Hair & Nails -a very inclusive new offering (eta May 2016) containing Vitamin B's- 5000 mcg Biotin and 10 mg Lutein (found in the also pictured Biotin Plus)....PLUS collagen+hyaluronic acid (skin hydration/firmness aid), vitamins A, C, and E (protects against damaging free radicals), D B2, B6 and minerals copper+zinc, and ALA and horsetail supplement-bonus-one pill a day vs competition 2-3...

Even we can cobble it together- to layer on a fab accessory (or 5)...that makes what ever we wear look game on. Our latest wow we want -at an Omen PR media preview... HAZE NEW YORK collection of architectural distinct sunglasses-with patented 3 part hinge...made by a former toiler in the NYC fashion/accessories world-who smartly hung up his own shingle...  No surprise, HAZE NEW YORK  sunglasses are already featured on trendy celebs nose bridges... SWIV3L™ -3 pronged, made of metal...hinges. Frames are Italian sourced acetate available online- some styles= are now available-and others, already sold out  Prices ranges currently available-around $276-$321... love the unique marbled effect of these...  WHAT ELSE: besides a probable CFDA nod... Women's gold metal hardware necklaces with magnetic closures and unisex distinct looking wallet and key chains...including a selection featured at Lucio Castro F/W 2016 Menswear Presentation/NYC wa...

SHOOWD and AWEAR Eco-Made Eyewear   EARTH DAY is still celebrated but the occasion as a one-off 24 hours of eco- consciousness raising has long ago given way to a sustainable way of life-everyday...and in every facet of life. Even the fashiony fashion industry is getting on board...and that includes accessory brands with heavy doses of 'cool' alongside a aesthetic MO that emphasizes a less toxic production process. MADE IN OREGON, Shwood hand-crafted sunglasses (and RX eyewear) started with a smart idea-of sourcing drift wood for its trendy made in-house shades that have found favor beyond the millennial demographic that embraced this brand from the get-go. recycled/recyclable packaging Stabilized Series -new high pressure resin casting-impresses bits of nature- other geological/plants to form super lightweight eyewear with a distinct DNA. Pictured above-from the Badlands collection BADLANDS collection-$159-$250 per Carl Zeiss CR39 or polarized lenses-...

  So where's our April 15th take  back ???  As we write out the inevitable to the US TREASURY check ...thoughts wandered+wondered... why not. ..as USA becomes a nation of renters (not home owners who get a slew of write-offs)... ...there seem to be more pet owners than parents of little humans these days...-accordingly-vet bills, adoption fees at shelters---all ripe for Congressional mandated tax benefits that would garner support across party lines and show Americans that their federal elected officials can unite on something . Fur babies are way more than just pets-so it is inevitable that there are companies ready to cater to owner needs-as cats and dogs are as catered/cared for- as all beloved family members should be. In our inbox... From  EVINE Live  "... a purrrrrr-fect new collection that any cat lovers would give nine lives for; Whiskers-n-Wigs. A majestic line of modern wigs designed specifically for the feline ...

HIGHLIGHTS Media Preview: Inspired by Lacoste 's heritage- as the original tennis fashion brand...the Fall 2016  collection featured many European interpretations of sneakers (white foxing and outsoles)-Hiker Hybrids-(treaded weather tough features) and FASHION comfort short Boots - in the popular bootie/chelsea boot style....combined with all day flattering flats for women = certain savior-faire . City-Recreational Sport. The color palette or army greens and deep blues-particularly navy and white-dominated the leather selections...including Fall looks for the premium leather L.12.12 sneaker slight flatform...provides extra cushioning chic comfort is always in style--- high top sneakers...  soft grey leather uppers...with breathable mesh lining.... treaded outsole is very functional...all day comfort and grippy properties.... the latent leather trim gives a nice pop to black leather sneaker white canvas laces...tie (dial) in the white outsole...