TODAY IS THURSDAY, NOV 20

WHAT TO EXPECT

• stories: diet coke is a cigarette?, winter jewelry trends, coziest manicure trend
• this week’s read: I Regret Almost Everything
• in collaboration with: Noteworthy Scents
• recent articles: Forget Logos — These Are the Real Status Symbols of 2025
• quote: on caring for yourself
• add to cart: cozy gift ideas for homebodies who love to stay in
• recipes to try: caramelized onion dip
• ICYMI

WELLNESS: IS DIET COKE THE MILLENNIAL CIGARETTE?
While some people on social media have dubbed drinking diet coke as the new “millennial cigarette,” dietitians say that comparison is pretty misleading. Research does link frequent diet-soda consumption to things like faster cognitive decline or dental and digestive issues, but there’s no solid evidence that one can of diet soda regularly is nearly as harmful as smoking.

FASHION: WINTER JEWELRY TRENDS
This winter, jewelry’s going big — literally. Forget dainty diamonds and thin chains; it’s all about bold bangles, chunky rings, and statement earrings that could double as conversation starters. Think sculptural over sparkly, vintage over minimal because when it comes to winter bling, more is definitely more.

BEAUTY: THE COZIEST NEW TREND
There’s a new nail trend…the argyle-sweater manicure. It takes the classic winter knit pattern (diamond shapes with criss-cross lines) and adapts it into nail art, & has quickly become one of the coziest looks for this season. Nail artists say if you plan on either creating the design on others’ nails or getting your nails done, be patient!

A memoir as bold and unpredictable as a night out at Balthazar, Keith McNally’s I Regret Almost Everything pulls back the curtain on the man behind New York’s most iconic restaurants. From his gritty London beginnings to shaping downtown dining culture, McNally serves up sharp wit, unfiltered honesty, and just the right amount of chaos. It’s part confessional, part love letter to New York — and entirely impossible to put down.

IN COLLABORATION WITH

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ON CARING FOR YOURSELF: Take care of yourself—not because the world will stop without you, but because you are worthy of the same love and attention you give to everyone else. — ANON

Self-care isn’t something you have to earn by working hard or being needed. A lot of people feel guilty taking time for themselves because they think others depend on them or because they don’t feel “important enough”. Treat yourself with the same kindness, patience, and compassion that you naturally show to others.

Comfort
• UGG — Women's Scuff Sis
• Barefoot Dreams — Cozychic Ultra Lite Contrast Ribbed Robe
• Eberjey — Inez Washable Silk Printed Long PJ Set

Relaxation
• Nette — The Magician Candle
• Vitruvi — Ceramic Ultrasonic Essential Oil Diffuser
• Quince — Chunky Hand Knit Wool Pillow Cover
• Quince — Classic Organic Percale Gingham Duvet Cover Set

Self Care + Essentials
• Tea Forte — Wellbeing Organic Wellness Tea
• Homecourt — Cece Kitchen Trio
• Ember — Coffee Mug Warmer
• Peter Thomas Roth — Collagen Infusion Tightening Eye Patches
• Crown Affair — The Cleansing Scrub

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