Jeffrey Lisiecki, MD, a plastic surgeon in Manhattan, has noticed something interesting in his practice these past few years: A more than doubling of facial procedures in the fall months, including facelifts (from $40,000), facial fat grafting (around $7,500), blepharoplasty (around $7,500) and rhinoplasty (from $20,000). “Many of these patients mention wanting to have their … Read more
Forget New Year’s resolutions — weight loss experts say the best time to slim down might actually be right now. “October Theory — the idea that fall brings a natural reset as routines stabilize after summer — is a great framework for those seeking weight loss and a boost to their overall health,” Dr. Holly … Read more
Fall fanatics can take their obsession one step further by turning it into a side hustle. Personal finance platform FinanceBuzz is looking to hire a “pumpkin spice pundit” to taste-test fall food products from Trader Joe’s. The platform said it’s looking for someone to taste and evaluate the retailer’s “fall-inspired Pumpkin Palooza foods.” The individual will be tasked … Read more
Pumpkin spice and everything… not so nice? The Washington Post has pulverized one of the much-anticipated joys of the season after invoking the “violent history” of everyone’s favorite fall spice. The report, titled “Fall’s favorite spice blend has a violent history,” examined the Dutch’s 1621 invasion of the Banda Islands, located in modern-day Indonesia. “Thousands … Read more
Having look-at-me breasts never appealed to this naturally petite New Yorker — so she bundled up for “sweater boob” season. Working in wealth management in Manhattan, Lauren couldn’t imagine being comfortable boasting a bulging pair of fake ones beneath her business-casual tops around the office. The look just wasn’t for her. However, in June, the 30-something … Read more