With less than two months left in the year, I am starting to look forward to the holiday season. I’m very much a Halloween-is-over-straight-to-Christmas kind of person. So, naturally, I’m starting to think about holiday gifting — stay tuned for more on that, and in the meantime, please let me know if you have any standout gifting ideas I should be aware of.
I’m Morgan Hines, Appetito’s food and style writer. I have experience covering travel, fashion, food, entertainment, lifestyle, health and fitness, and so much more. I keep my finger on the pulse of what’s fresh, trending, and classically stylish, working to incorporate those elements into my daily life. Now, through Appetito’s Sunday Shop, I’m ready to share those insights with you.
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Morgan
Skincare regulars: I started using the Maskād Peptide Bomb Anti-Aging Serum in September and I am loving it. The serum is meant to be rejuvenating - bettering the appearance of facial lines, dull skin and sagging skin, according to the company’s description. It’s meant to serve as a preventative measure of care and my skin feels great after using it for a month. With three growth factors alongside 14 peptides, I definitely see a better glow after use.
Scents on-the-go: Perfume is one of my favorite small pleasures — I actually have a perfume tray on our dresser that takes up a fair bit of real estate with varying scents and colorful bottles. While I love to try different scents, I had never tried a solid perfume until earlier this week. NOYZ has come out with The Solid Fragrance Pair — which comes with a vanilla-forward and a floral-forward option (Love Club and Unmute) from the brand that can be layered or worn alone and are applied via a moisturizing balm. This is a great on-the-go option, I’m already planning to keep one in my bag for days at the office.
Healthy-ish dessert: Now that Halloween has passed, I need to slow down on the candy. But as someone with a perennial sweet tooth, I’m always looking for a little treat post-dinner… or lunch. Joydays offers a Chocolate Date Bark that is naturally sweetened and utterly delicious. The brand sells Almond Date Bark and Peanut Date Bark in a pack.
The perfect fall lippie: I love a good lip product. But I am, perhaps, over-the-top jazzed about Typology’s newest Tinted Lip Oil in Shade 6 Black Cherry. The tone is warm and subtle yet rich and meant to be suited to all skin tones. Made with squalane, vitamin E and jojoba oil, this option feels light during wear and is relatively long-lasting. I have recommended it to a number of friends already — and am convinced I’ll be making this a regular fixture in my lip product-rotation. I can’t wait to try other shades, too.
Midtown must-visit: Dear Irving from Yves Jadot Restaurant Group has a third location and it doesn’t disappoint. Dear Irving on Broadway has opened in the Theater District and is equal parts swanky and approachable — in the best way. With inspiration taken from the 1930s (post-Great Depression, as the restaurant describes it), there is a beautiful enclosed bar with lounge seating in addition to a rooftop space (a pergola bar). The cocktail list is full with 16 signature options curated by Meaghan Dorman, who is the bar director and a partner. Must-order options include the Sesame Crusted Tuna Tataki and the Au Poivre Sliders.
