(Photo: Jennifer Karady)

(1) Jonathan Adler is finally priced for the masses: His new Happy Home bath collection includes towels, accessories, and shower curtains ($6.99–$39.99 at Bed, Bath & Beyond).

(2) Hides are yet another way to streamline your life: They keep glasses around the neck, and act as a lens cleaner and protective cover (from $7.95; see hides.com for stores).

(3) Even if you’re not hitting the slopes this winter, Bolle’s new Extreme line of sport sunglasses help you look the part ($89.99–$119.99; 800-222-6553 or bolle.com).

(4) Lightweight and supersoft, Patagonia’s down sweater can be worn as an inner layer ($159 at patagonia.com).

(5) Ulu’s Crow Okalik (Inuit for “rabbit”) boots match trendy fur with a comfortable and—unlike Uggs—waterproof design ($155; uluboot.com for stores).

(6) D’Artagnan’s foie gras is spreadable and extra-decadent, with truffles, too ($19; 800-327-8246 or dartagnan.com).

(7) The multifunctional Bilibo adapts as your kids grow—it’s a toy, a rocking seat, even a storage bowl ($30 at Kid O; 212-366-5436 or kidonyc.com).

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