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    December 21, 2011

    Health Watch: Skiing Safty Tips

    'Tis the season for overeating, gift giving and, oh yes, our favorite, vacation. Before you hit the double black dimaond, however, you might want to consider a few expert tips.


    Dr. Jerry Lubliner, chief of orthopedics and sports medicine at Beth Israel Medical Center suggests, taking it easy when you first arrive at your ski destination, especially if it's your first time out for the season. "On your second day, cut your skiing down to half a day. It takes 48 hours or more to get acclimated to the thin air and altitude.  The second and third days are when fatigue sets in and many injuries occur."

    It's essential that you stretch. When muscles are stiff, injuries happen, so spend at least ten minutes warming up. Pay close attention to stretching the quads and calves, which can be easily stressed on the slopes.

    If you do get hurt or feel pain don't ignore it, says Dr. Lubliner, who has 27 years of experience in orthopedics. Remember the easy acronym "RICE"-- Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation, but injuries like a broken bone need to be addressed immediately. 

    If you are diagnosed with a ligament or meniscal tear, don't feel pressured to have surgery at your the local resort hospital. "Most injuries need time for the body to regain motion before surgery. It's best to wait 10 to 14 days for swelling to subside before heading to the operating table," Dr. Lubliner cautions.

    Dr. Lubliner says that he often has patients where ski partners, spouses and friends ski into one another causing injuries that require surgery. So watch where you're skiing!

    Dr. Jerry Lubliner
    Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine
    215 E 73rd St # 1C
    (212) 249-8200



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    December 21, 2011

    Meatpacking Holiday Sales Roundup

    By ManhattanMataHari 

    So hopefully most of your holiday shopping is done, but for procrastinators still searching for that perfect something for their loved ones (or themselves) it is worth your while to check out the Meatpacking district.

    Tory Burch
    For fans of the eponymous line, Tory Burch’s sale starts tomorrow with markdowns of 30% to 50% on Fall/Winter and holiday lines. Unfortunately, no Reva flats are going on sale, but this is the perfect time to snag that pair of boots you have been coveting. Our sources tell us that all the season’s boots will be included in the markdown except for the Selma Riding Boot in tumble leather, and you can shop the sale now online.
     Madeline: (212) 929-0125

    Alexander McQueen
    Stop by the late designer’s Meatpacking store to score 60% savings off the fall/winter line for holiday appropriate avant-garde fashion. Expect to find gift-worthy silk scarves for $239 or cool skull bangles for $204. The hardest part is not keeping it for yourself!
    Max: (212) 645-1797



    Stella McCartney
    Ready-to-wear for fall/winter 2011 has been marked down to 60% off retail while accessories are 40% off. While there are no classic black Falabella totes on sale, you may find luck with a tweed or duffel variety. If you’ve been really good this year, Santa might save the lone brown classic Falabella on sale for you. If you’re on the naughty list we suggest checking the online sales site which has a better selection of handbags; unfortunately none of the figure flattering “Octavia” illusion dresses on sale.
    Liz: (212) 255-1556

    Yigal Azrouel While their sales prices at 50% off retail may not be as cheap as their recent sample sale, the shopping experience at their Meatpacking boutique is sure to be more pleasant. Be sure to look for their Fall/Winter line including their fabulous outerwear and sweaters that will surely avoid being re-gifted.
    Jennifer: (212) 929-7525

    Matthew Williamson Check in for Fall/Winter 2011 finds at a 40% discount. His new edgy MW diffusion line is currently 30% off. While some stores may have a sparse selection of sizes and styles on markdown, Williamson has a huge selection of ready-to-wear and accessories on sale.
    Lindsey: (212) 255-9881



    Henry Beguelin If you are looking to gift quality handmade leather goods with an effortless chic-vibe, it is worth stopping by Henry Beguelin. Their fall items are discounted 30%, and any leftover summer items are 50% off retail.
    Jenna: (212) 647-8415

    Jeffrey No shopping excursion to Meatpacking is complete without stopping by boutique department store Jeffrey. All brands (except Alaia) fall and winter collections (including shoes) are now 40% off retail. You should head to the back of the store to shop the sale racks by size. We are still regretting passing up a lovely Chanel anorak during their last designer sale. Don’t make the same mistake!
    Charles: (212) 206-1272...
    December 20, 2011

    Gifts Ideas: For Him, Him and Him

    Shopping for the men in your life--your father, husband, brother, brother's boyfriend-- is never easy. They don't usually like sparkly high heels and that's where we usually get stumped. So after some searching we came up with a couple of ideas that fit into a range of budgets and personalities.

    First, we are crazy for the new concept Tasting Room. The site/company allows you to order boxes of wine samplers. For example there's a Sonoma Zinfandel sampler, a Chef Batali selection and a Tour of Napa Valley sampler. Each box contains six small bottles of wine perfect for a taste or sharing a taste. The samplers range from $20 to $50 and there are lots of promotions and online coupons that bring the price down even further.

    Okay, we all know that Moncler is the urban "it" winter jacket for men, women and children but what do you do if you're looking for something a little less ubiquitous? We found Duvetica men's jackets. These high shine, fun style, jackets are made of goose down and are also reversible. We especially love the colored zippers and the ability to reverse to camo. Prices are in the similar vicinity of Moncler ($500 to $1100) but we love the fact that it's not on every Tom, Dick, Harry, Melissa and Zoe. Duvetica can be found online here and at Barneys.

    Guys like sports, or so I'm told. Those shopping for guys who prefer mountain peaks to ocean crests could consider Black Diamond’s Cayenne gloves ($380). The battery-operated heating system pumps heat through the glove, so your fingers stay warm even in a freezing gondola.

    If all else fails you can by your stallion a stallion. United Arab Emirates-based horse farm, Al Hawajer Stud, sells some of the world’s most beautiful Arabians. What man wouldn't go wild for a long legged exotic? The best part is that once he gets his prize horse he will learn the real meaning of high-maintenance....
    December 19, 2011

    New Shopping on Madison

    Since January 2010, over 60 new stores, cafes and specialty shops have opened on Madison. This means that there is a bounty of new places to shop for holiday gifts. Some of the more recent highlights include Bottega Veneta, Tory Burch, Escada, Laduree and the hottest reservation in town, Crown.



    After the jump you will find a full list of new stores that the Madison Avenue Business Improvement District compilied for us. We hope the new additions inspire your gift giving regardless if it's to others or oneself. Which are your favorites?



    Agent Provocateur (lingerie), 675 Madison Avenue between 61 & 62nd Street
    Alexis Bittar (jewelry), 1100 Madison Avenue between 82 & 83rd Street
    Alice + Olivia (fashion & accessories), 755 Madison Avenue between 65 & 66th Street
    An American Craftsman Galleries (gifts), 941 Madison Avenue between 74 & 75)
    Bar Italia (restaurant), 768 Madison Avenue between 65 & 66th Street
    Bel Ami (café), 30 East 68 Street (at Madison Avenue)
    Bernard Jacobson Gallery(art gallery), 17 East 71 Street (at Madison Avenue)
    Bottega Veneta(fashion & accessories), 849 Madison Avenue between 70 & 71st Street
    Brunello Cucinelli(fashion & accessories), 683 Madison Avenue between 61 & 62nd Street
    Buccellati (jewelry), 810 Madison Avenue between 67& 68th Street
    CH Carolina Herrera (fashion & accessories), 802 Madison Avenue between 67 & 68th Street
    Cho Cheng (fashion & accessories), 830 Madison Avenue between 68 & 69th
    Comptoir des Contonniers (fashion & accessories), 1060 Madison Avenue between 80 & 81st Street
    Crown (restaurant), 24 East 81 Street (at Madison Avenue)
    David Benrimon Fine Art (art gallery), 21 East 65 Street (at Madison Avenue)
    DeLaneau (fine watchmaking), 681 Madison Avenue between 61 & 62nd Street
    Derek Lam (fashion & accessories), 764 Madison Avenue between 65 & 66th Street
    Escada (fashion & accessories), 747 Madison Avenue between 64 & 65th Street
    Eton (fashion & accessories), 625 Madison Avenue between 58 & 59th Street
    F.D. (jewelry & accessories), 21 East 65 Street (at Madison Avenue)
    Fivestory (fashion, accessories, fine art) 18 East 69 Street (at Madison Avenue)
    Freedman Art (art gallery), 25 East 73 Street (at Madison Avenue)
    Frey Wille (jewelry & accessories), 727 Madison Avenue between 63 & 64th Street
    Girard-Perregaux (timepieces), 701 Madison Avenue between 62 & 63rd Street
    Hermès Madison for Men (fashion & accessories), 690 Madison Avenue between 62 & 63rd Street
    Hermitage Restoration Studios (art gallery), 960 Madison Avenue between 75 & 76th Street
    Hublot (timepieces), 692 Madison Avenue between 62 & 63rd Street
    Il Gufo (children’s), 962 Madison Avenue between 75 & 76th Street
    J. Crew Special Events & Bridal (events & bridal boutique), 769 Madison Avenue between 65 & 66th Street
    J. Crew Men’s Shop (fashion & accessories), 1040 Madison Avenue between 79 & 80th Street
    Joe Fresh (fashion & accessories), 1055 Madison Avenue between 80 & 81st Street
    Laduree (gourmet foods), 864 Madison Avenue between 70 & 71st Street
    Lanvin (fashion & accessories), 815 Madison Avenue between 68 & 69 Street
    Lavo (restaurant & nightclub), 39 East 58 Street (at Madison Avenue)
    Lederer (leather goods), 625 Madison Avenue between 58-59th Street
    Lululemon (athletic apparel), 1146 Madison Avenue between 84 & 85th Street
    Macaron Café, 625 Madison Avenue between 58 & 59th Street
    Metodo Rossano Ferretti (salon), 595 Madison Avenue between 57 & 58th Street
    Milly (fashion & accessories), 900 Madison Avenue between 72 & 73rd Street
    Monnalisa (children’s apparel), 1088 Madison Avenue between 81 & 82nd Street
    Nailya Alexander Gallery (art gallery), 595 Madison Avenue between 57 & 58th Street
    Nasser& Co. Primitive Art (art gallery), 32 East 67 Street (at Madison Avenue)
    OC Concept Store New York (jewelry, fashion & accessories), 655 Madison Avenue between 60 & 61st Street
    Ovando (florist & floral design), 19 East 65 Street (at Madison Avenue)
    Premier Cru Wine Merchants(wine), 1163 Madison Avenue between 85 & 85th Street
    Reed Krakoff (fashion & accessories), 831 Madison Avenue between 69 & 70th Street
    Sean (fashion & accessories), 1118 Madison Avenue between 83 & 84th Street
    Soigne K (fashion & accessories), 717 Madison Avenue between 63 & 64th Street
    Stellan Holm Gallery (art gallery), 1018 Madison Avenue between 78 & 79th Street
    Tamsen Z (jewelry), 783 Madison Avenue between 66 & 67th Street
    Ten43 Gallery (art gallery), 1043 Madison Avenue between 79 & 80th Street
    The Best Chocolate Cake in the World (gourmet foods & café), 1046 Madison Avenue between 79-80th Street
    The Life House Chiropractic (medical & wellness), 19 East 71 Street (at Madison Avenue)
    The Mark Restaurant by Jean-Georges, 25 East 77 Street (at Madison Avenue)
    Theory (fashion & accessories), 755 Madison Avenue between 65 & 66th Street
    Theyskens’ Theory, 1157 Madison Avenue between 85 & 86th Street
    Tory Burch (fashion & accessories), 797 Madison Avenue between 67 & 68th Street
    Track & Field (athletic apparel), 997 Madison Avenue between 77 & 78th Street
    Vacheron Constantin (fine timepieces), 709 Madison Avenue between 63 & 64th Street
    Varin (salon), 762 Madison Avenue between 65 & 66th Street
    Vertu (electronics), 703 Madison Avenue between 62 & 63rd Street
    Warren Tricomi Haircare (salon), 1117 Madison Avenue between 83 & 84th Street
    Wendt Gallery (art gallery), 595 Madison Avenue between 57 & 58th Street


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    December 19, 2011

    Barneys Second Markdown

    Barneys is the first department store in our area to start their second markdown. Right now, fall and winter merchandise is 60% off. The sale includes small selection of Louboutin and a wide assortment of Manolos.



    If you are serious about purchasing a hot item at these newly discounted prices, we suggest going to the store or at least speaking to a sales associate. The Barneys online store is famous for their unreliable inventory counts. Unfortunately, we often hear about customers' orders being cancelled several days and even weeks later....
    December 19, 2011

    Pucci Moving Onto Madison

    It appears as if the old Yves Saint Laurent location will be occupied by another 70s fashion icon--Emilio Pucci! Yes, Pucci is moving their swirly, colorful prints from their quaint 64th Street location and spilling their cheerful colors right on 855 Madison at 71st Street.



    Last year, YSL left the location after more than 41-years. This move will give the Pucci brand much higher visibility on Madison and could be seen as a possible marketing strategy change. We wouldn't be surprised if there was a collaboration in the future based on the popularity of Missoni-Target. Can anyone envision a Pucci-Target?!

    In other news, Valentino has officially opened across the street from the space they occupied for more than 15 years at Madison and 65th. For a period of time the brand was running shop out of the Regency Hotel on Park Avenue. We are told that this location is only temporary.

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    December 15, 2011

    Gift Guide: An Evening Bag For Her

    It's that time of year again and no, we are not talking about the holidays. We are referring to party time. Yes, your girlfriend/ sister/ mother have all enough clothing and shoes to dress a small village but she may need a little help in the evening handbag department.

    For your evening starter kit, we suggest going with something small and black and classic. Intermidate-level night time gals can likely use a edgier and more interesting statement piece. For the most basic and versitle bag we suggest the Chanel East West ($2100). It will never go out of style and it's single chain allows the bag to be used as a shoulder bag or it can be tucked in to be transform into a clutch.


























    If you're not looking to make such an investment, we suggest looking at this large clutch from Zara $129. It is simple, classic and has great lines.

    Those who already posses the basic bags for evening can be a little more daring. How about this Alexander McQueen knuckle clutch ($1995) or this metal plate clutch ($56 from Top Shop could do the trick.

    Now your woman has a proper place for her phone, lipstick and keys but you still need to take care of the entertainment!

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    December 15, 2011

    Picks of Sale Chanel Bags and Louboutin Shoes

    Yesterday we posted a photo gallery of Chanel shoes at Saks Fifth Avenue that are included in the sale. Unfortunately, the media savvy sales person pulled the pictures off the web Don't worry, we aren't going to leave you hanging.



    In it's place we created a gallery of Chanel bags and Louboutin shoes that are all now 30% off at Saks Fifth Avenue. You can click here to see the full gallery.

    Saks Shoes: Carlos 212-753-4000

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