By Gerrie Summers
We found some cool styles and products to keep you warm and cozy, keep your shoes and boots in shape, and in one case literally keep you cool (yes, in the winter) when you need it!
BAABUK
Sky Wooler
If you’re looking for a comfortable and cozy sneaker, Sky Wooler sneakers are handcrafted from 100 percent Portuguese mulesing-free sheep wool. The wool is breathable with natural wicking properties that keep your feet at a comfortable temperature, keeping cold out in the winter, without the sweat. The merino lining is also itch-free. The shoe is available in four colors. Info: us.baabuk.com.
HOT GIRLS PEARLS
Necklaces/Bracelets
These pearls literally serve double duty as cool jewelry. Hot Girls Pearls were designed for women going through perimenopause and menopause. Each pearl is filled with non-toxic cooling gel and provides a discreet way to get relief when your body gets overheated. You just put the pearls inside the insulated pouch and place it in the freezer to chill. The pouch acts as a mini-freezer, keeping the pearls cool for hours so they’re also ideal for your winter escape to a hot, tropical climate. Info: hotgirlspearls.com.
CARVE DESIGNS
Emery Jacket
This warm, down-filled coat with Sherpa lining and detachable hood is lightweight, yet keeps you warm. Other features include a full two-way center front zip closure, front zip welt pocket and interior pocket with a Velcro closure. The Emery Jacket is available in five colors. Info: carvedesigns.com.
FORMÉ
Shoe Shapers
Formé shoe shapers safely expand the toe box in a shoe and can stretch it up to a half a size, for more comfort and to relieve numb or cramped toes. You can customize the amount of stretch. It works well in heels, flats, boots, sandals and sneakers and can also be used to keep shoes in shape when not wearing them. Info: formecomfort.com.
SAINT OWEN
Rockbird Collection
These fierce cat-eye glasses are, states the company, dedicated to their friends in the music industry. From Saint Owen’s, the Rockbird Collection of classic cat-eye frames are designed to get you noticed, especially the limited edition frames that feature over 100 dome studs on the front, top and temple of the frame. Info: saintowen.com.
ONZIE
Teddy Jacket
This plush and oversized jacket from athletic apparel company Onzie, will keep you warm pre- and post-workouts. Its hip length looks cute and cozy with yoga pants. Roomy pockets, zip-up closure, plus machine washable makes it number one on your shopping list. The Teddy Jacket is available in several colors. Info: onzie.com.
DR LIZA SHOES
Bootie 2.0
Do you suffer from feet fatigue? Married to your heels, but by the end of the day you can’t feel them? Here’s the perfect solution: Dr. Liza Shoes are designed by a doctor with a toe box wide enough to give feet wiggle room. The fashionable Bootie 2.0 absorbs shock making every step comfortable. Plus, the design is actually posture perfecting, with an arch support that corrects your stance and a non-skid sole to help you walk more stable—even in heels. These boots really are made for walking! Info: drlizashoes.com.
CINDY KAREN
Paris Special Evening Date Dress
That description says it all. The Paris dress from Cindy Karen is great for holiday parties and that special New Year’s Eve celebration. An off-the-shoulder dress is always so sexy, making it the perfect little black dress. It also packs well for travel, say to—Paris? Info: cindykaren.com.