The Nutcracker, Holiday Pop-Ups, Gentle Gyms, and More!

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Backstage with the New York City Ballet's Nutcracker costumes
Holiday pop-up shops in New York City to visit right now
Gentle gyms, or how to break into the boutique fitness scene
COS is really and truly opening in Soho in December
DVF's foundation is building a new island in the Hudson River
Where to buy (inexpensive) holiday party dresses in New York City
Meatpacking's In Support Of goes moody for fall 2014
Meet FitReserve, the new way to book your workouts
Century 21 opens annex of fanciness in the Financial District