THE VERSATILE LBD
Evicii Athletica creates apparel that is designed to be versatile. It can be worn at the gym for a great workout but is edgy enough to wear out. The antibacterial fabrics use quick-dry technology to draw moisture away from the skin. To the Point Black Quilted Crop Top and Conqueror Leggings pictured above are part of one of their collections that has been called the little black dress for the actively inclined. Crop top, $52 and legging, $180. Available at evicii.com
FRESH BREATH, MENTAL CLARITY
You may want to switch out your Altoids for some Voke® all-natural tablets that offer mental clarity and focus any time of day. These chewable tablets utilize the guarana berry, a natural source that is said to improve mental acuity and short-term memory. One tablet will last up to three hours and may come in handy when you are experiencing the afternoon slump and need a boost. $7. Available at voke.com
SUPERFOOD WITH FLAVOR
Part protein bar, part energy shot, and part multivitamin is how REDD Superfood Bars have been described. The bars are packed with superfood ingredients including acai, goji berries, and maca and also have some caffeine from yerba mate. Their latest flavor, Salted Caramel, was launched earlier this year and joins Mint Chocolate, Peanut Butter, Oatmeal and Chocolate, $2.99. Available at reddbar.com
FEEL THE ZEEL
For those who suffer from insomnia, there is an app that may help. Zeel, the Massage on Demand® company that started the in-home massage trend almost a decade ago, is now expanding to offer the sleep massage. This new massage is part of a nationwide wellness initiative to help Americans get more rest. And, customers can also still choose from their variety of other massages such as Swedish, deep tissue, sports, prenatal, and couples massage. Monthly member rates for the Long Island area start at $117 for a 60-minute massage or $142 for nonmembers. To book an appointment download Zeel’s app or visit zeel.com.
CHICWEAR FOR CLEAN AIR
Everyone has seen those (unattractive) masks that people wear to protect themselves from germs, particularly in crowded areas. Now there is a more stylish alternative: The BioScarf. It’s an air filtration garment that helps protect you from not only colds and the flu, but pollution, pollen, even cigarette smoke. Made from sustainable materials — recycled PET water bottles and recycled PVC — the Bioscarf outperformed other masks on the market. Available in a variety of colors — olive, black, white and camouflage, $39.99. Available at bioscarf.com
