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Floral Designer and Unwilted Founder Liz Carter Shares Her Holiday Party Must-Haves

Floral Designer and Unwilted Founder Liz Carter Shares Her Holiday Party Must-Haves

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Seasons greetings! Floral designer and Unwilted founder Liz Carter sat down with ET to share her holiday party must-haves and tips. For starters, the flower expert says having her botanical paper flower bouquets on display can help set the jolly mood. “Unwilted arrangements elevate holiday tables with timeless beauty and effortless elegance. They don’t compete with food or decor, as they’re designed to complement a wide range of table settings. Best of all, there’s no need to worry about them wilting before the last toast. They’re as enduring as your holiday memories,” she noted. Unwilted/Instagram And her realistic looking hand-cut petals and leaves made from Italian crepe paper have even been painted, shaped and constructed to embrace the Christmas spirit.  “This season will be full of rich, jewel-tones like emerald, ruby, and sapphire paired with metallic gold and bronze. … Combining traditional holiday greens with unexpected pops of blush or deep burgundy will also be on-trend, and expect to see some wicked combinations of pink, burgundy and green,” she spilled. In addition to displaying stunning …

Lady Byrd Cafe Owner Misty Mansouri Reveals How to Throw a Festive Holiday Party and Avoid Hosting Mistakes

Lady Byrd Cafe Owner Misty Mansouri Reveals How to Throw a Festive Holiday Party and Avoid Hosting Mistakes

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Hostess with the mostess! Lady Byrd Café owner Misty Mansouri is gearing up for the holiday season, and to celebrate, she sat down with ET to share her festive holiday party essentials.  For starters, Mansouri believes serving easy, yummy dishes is the way to go, and she’s following that approach at her own Los Angeles, California based restaurant.  Vivien Best “Visitors can expect refined comfort foods with beautiful and fresh ingredients that work together to create simple, yet delectable and delicious dishes,” she shares. Some menu must-haves: “Our short rib served over mashed potatoes, steak frites, seafood risotto, heartwarming soups, and chicken Milanese are seasonal favorites.” When it comes to the decor, Mansouri embraces “the more, the merrier” mindset.  “We are loaded with elaborate Christmas trees, fluorescent lights, traditional color palettes, and velvet bows complete with fireplaces and cozy and comfy blankets,” she explains. Vivien Best If you can’t make it into the eatery, Mansouri says you can still get into the spirit at home.  “Go upscale with your dress code and outfit. It’s a …

Six healthy lifestyle habits linked to slower memory decline and lower dementia risk

Six healthy lifestyle habits linked to slower memory decline and lower dementia risk

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Memory naturally declines with age, affecting life quality and work productivity. However, not all memory loss signals dementia. Often, it’s a sign of senescent forgetfulness—a condition more common in older adults, which can stabilize or even improve. Understanding the factors behind memory decline and how to mitigate them is crucial in maintaining cognitive health. A groundbreaking study by researchers at Capital Medical University offers new insights. Published in the British Medical Journal, the study identifies six key lifestyle habits that significantly slow memory decline and reduce the risk of dementia, even for individuals with a genetic predisposition. Conducted over a decade from 2009 to 2019, the study involved more than 29,000 participants aged 60 and older across China. Visual abstract of the study. (CREDIT: The BMJ) Lifestyle Habits That Protect Memory Participants were grouped based on their adherence to six healthy habits: Regular Physical Activity: At least 150 minutes of moderate or 75 minutes of vigorous exercise weekly. Balanced Diet: Daily consumption of at least seven out of 12 recommended food items, including fruits, vegetables, …

SaltDrop Founder Dino Malvone Shares Why Greta Gerwig Loves His Flowy and Dynamic Mat-Based Workouts

SaltDrop Founder Dino Malvone Shares Why Greta Gerwig Loves His Flowy and Dynamic Mat-Based Workouts

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Work it out! SaltDrop founder and fitness instructor Dino Malvone opened his mat-based workout studio in 2022 in New York City, and ever since, celebrities including Greta Gerwig have flocked to the space to experience his beat-driven classes that combine low-impact cardio, strength training, and rhythmic movement. “I started SaltDrop because I felt like there was a gap in the fitness world for something that was intense, but didn’t punish the body. … Our classes are different because they are not about pushing through or obsessing over the physical, they’re about feeling, both in your body and in the moment,” he tells ET. SaltDrop This approach is part of why stars love to get their sweat on with Malvone. “Greta is an artist and I think she connects to the creativity and energy of SaltDrop. It’s not rigid or repetitive; it’s flowy and dynamic. Plus, the focus on music and rhythm makes it feel more like a moving meditation, which I think resonates with her,” the fitness guru notes. As for how the classes accomplish …

Wheel These Early 2024 Yeti Black Friday Deals Into Your Cart Now

Wheel These Early 2024 Yeti Black Friday Deals Into Your Cart Now

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The best Black Friday Yeti deals are almost here, and few brands are more popular during shopping holidays. Yeti has a simple value proposition: They make the best coolers in the world— full stop. When we recently set out to test that claim, we found that Yeti still does it better than the rest. The brand doesn’t shy away from its status as a premium brand. They make goods for people who aren’t afraid to pay more if it means getting a better, longer-lasting product. Besides, Yeti coolers and drinkware don’t just keep cold items cold and hot items hot. They don’t just come in cool colorways. They’re also status symbols, and for good reason. Precisely because Yeti coolers are on the pricey side, they make excellent gifts for men. It’s the kind of luxury product someone might hesitate to buy for themselves, but would be thrilled to unwrap on Christmas morning. These coolers are also perfect companions for tailgating, fishing trips, and camping adventures. For all these reasons, you’ll frequently find Yeti products in …

Celeb Facialist Shani Darden Shares How to Avoid Puffiness and Breakouts Throughout Your Holiday Travels

Celeb Facialist Shani Darden Shares How to Avoid Puffiness and Breakouts Throughout Your Holiday Travels

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Glow everywhere you go! Celebrity facialist Shani Darden is known for keeping Hollywood stars like Jessica Alba, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Chrissy Teigen, Kelly Rowland, Shay Mitchell, Emmy Rossum and more look flawless, and now she’s telling ET how you can do the same wherever you are — or are going. With the holidays and travel season approaching, Darden spilled her tips for maintaining luminous skin pre, mid, and post flight. Before hopping on a plane, the Shani Darden Skincare founder recommends following a regimen filled with high-quality products that suit your specific skincare needs. Frankie Marin “Start with the Cleansing Serum, which is a gentle cleanser with hyaluronic acid to hydrate the skin, oat bran to re-balance moisture levels, and olive extract to soothe irritation or inflammation. Next, use iS Clinical’s Pro-Heal Serum to protect the skin and offset the effects of oxidative stress,” she says. “For extra hydration, use the Moisture Boost Plumping Serum and Intensive Eye Renewal Cream. Finish with Supergoop’s Play Everyday SPF, which is one of my favorite sunscreens. It’s hydrating but …

Jeremy Clarkson told to change lifestyle after heart operation | Ents & Arts News

Jeremy Clarkson told to change lifestyle after heart operation | Ents & Arts News

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Jeremy Clarkson has said he was told to cut down on work by his doctor after undergoing a heart operation. The 64-year-old revealed earlier this month that he was fitted with two stents – which improve blood flow to the heart – after a “sudden deterioration” in his health. Writing in The Sun on Friday, Clarkson said he didn’t find the operation scary, but “what is scary though is what came afterwards – the advice on how I must live my life from now on”. The former Top Gear host said “I am not allowed to have fun anymore” and that his doctor told him “a lot” of the work he does “will have to go”. Clarkson said his doctor suggested replacing it with golf. “If I didn’t work, I’d just sit at home all day, rotting,” he said, before adding: “The worst problem though is diet”. “To cut my alarmingly high levels of cholesterol, I need to cut out, completely, ­everything I like eating,” Clarkson said. “Bacon, sausages, beef, lamb, pork, butter, chips, proper …

Lymphatic Drainage Masseuse Flavia Lanini Reveals How She Gets Celebs Red Carpet-Ready

Lymphatic Drainage Masseuse Flavia Lanini Reveals How She Gets Celebs Red Carpet-Ready

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Every body deserves a massage! Before Dua Lipa, Ana de Armas, Kylie Jenner, Emma Stone, Salma Hayek and Vanessa Hudgens attend a big event, they make sure to snag an appointment with lymphatic drainage masseuse Flavia Lanini first. Flavia Lanini/Instagram The massage expert brought her Brazilian-learned method to Los Angeles, California in 2019, and ever since, A-listers have flocked to her spa to experience her magical touch. What Lanini’s technique entails: “Body Massage EFFECT is our unique signature lymphatic drainage massage that I am most known for. The procedure lasts an hour and combines lymphatic drainage, shaping contour and relaxation. It releases abnormal tissue adherence, increases your metabolism, and provides a contouring effect by displacing and moving controlled amounts of fluids in the body.” Courtesy of Flavia Lanini If you want to take it one step further, the celebrity masseuse recommends opting for the DetoX EFFECT massage, which adds on 15 minutes of lipolysis and ultrasound, plus a 30 minute infrared sauna session with clay and creams under a body treatment wrap. “Aside from the amazing physical results, …

Floral Designer and Unwilted Founder Liz Carter Shares Tips for Creating the Perfect Bouquets for Gatherings

Floral Designer and Unwilted Founder Liz Carter Shares Tips for Creating the Perfect Bouquets for Gatherings

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Flower power! Floral designer Liz Carter created Unwilted, a botanical paper flower delivery company in 2021, and has showcased her work at countless celebrations ever since. Ahead of the holiday season, Carter spilled her top bouquet and hosting tips with ET. “I’ve been drawn to flowers for as long as I can remember. … My passion really took off when I opened my flower shop in Colorado, where I immersed myself in the artistry and business of florals,”the Michigan native explained. “After years in the floral industry, I noticed how fresh cut flowers, while beautiful, don’t last long and often contribute to waste,” she continued. To combat this, Carter decided to launch a sustainable alternative with hand-cut petals and leaves made from Italian crepe paper that are painted, shaped and constructed to achieve a realistic floral look and feel. Unwilted “Unlike fresh flowers, they don’t require any hassle to maintain. You don’t have to worry about watering, and they’ll stay just as lovely season after season,” she noted. The arrangements also make for memorable gift because …

You’re Probably Using Your Air Purifier Wrong

You’re Probably Using Your Air Purifier Wrong

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I’m not saying I would do this, but if I visit your home, I might look around to see if you have an air purifier. If you have one, I might estimate the cubic footage of your room and then, if I’m left alone, I might open the purifier to look at the filter. I know I’m being a bad guest, but I am in the service of a greater good. Depending on what I find, I will fight the urge to tell you that your air purifier is too small to effectively clean the room, or that the purifier shouldn’t be placed against a sofa or a wall, or that the filters need to be changed, or worse—the plastic encasing the filter was never removed when the purifier was first purchased. This urge to give unsolicited indoor air advice goes deep. I knew no better until I was on the air quality beat. I didn’t think about my indoor air, nor did I understand how making a few changes and using an appliance or …