"Beyonce's pregnant, this is her replacement!"

Little Black Party Dress

Wardrobe Essential

The first Little Black Dress was designed and introduced by Coco Chanel in the 1920s.  Since then, it has become a timeless, chic and classic favorite for every woman. 

The LBD is meant to be versatile so you can wear it to work, cocktail parties, dates, weddings... anywhere you want. It's a simple, yet sexy item.

Since a LBD is meant to be a staple for a number of years, ideally your first LBD should be a good quality, simple, knee length (right above, at or below) sheath dress, which will always be in style.

But, of course, any variations are possible to flatter your body type...

Workout Wednesday - Nutrients You Need

Here are the figures for women.

Calcium
Recommendation: 1,000 milligrams a day.
Benefits: Bone health.
Sources: Dairy products; fish with bones; dark, leafy greens.

Fiber
Recommendation: 25 grams a day.
Benefits: Protects against coronary heart disease and reduces the risk of diabetes.
Sources: Fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, seeds, whole grains.

Magnesium
Recommendation: 310 to 320 milligrams a day.
Benefits: Helps maintain normal muscle and nerve function and develop and maintain bones.
Sources: Nuts, seeds, bran, halibut and other fish.

Potassium
Recommendation: 4,700 milligrams a day.
Benefits: Helps maintain healthy blood pressure and reduce the effects of salt; may reduce the risk of recurrent kidney stones and possibly decrease bone loss.
Sources: Potatoes, tomato paste and puree, white beans, yogurt, soybeans, bananas.

Vitamin A
Recommendation: 2,310 international units a day.
Benefits: Important for vision, red blood cell production, embryonic development, and immune function.
Sources: Organ meats; orange vegetables; green, leafy vegetables.

Vitamin C
Recommendation: 75 milligrams a day.
Benefits: Acts as a disease-fighting antioxidant; may help to maintain a healthy immune system.
Sources: Fruits and vegetables, including citrus fruits, red and green peppers, kiwis, and guavas.

Vitamin E
Recommendation: 15 milligrams a day.
Benefits: Acts as a disease-fighting antioxidant; may support eye health.
Sources: Some ready-to-eat cereals, some oils, almonds, peanut butter.

Healthy Eating



 Tomatoes, basil, and mayonnaise on sandwich bread. And a heavy sprinkle of kosher salt.

Autumn Love

I love the Fall season which is one of the reasons I love living in NYC.  The colors of fall are absolutely beautiful.  Sometimes I just enjoy the simple things in life.

Workout Wednesday - Workout your Abs and then go shopping

Try to do it without stopping for 5 whole minutes.  I couldn't.

...some coupons to shop for something new

The Loft

Pippa Middleton Sweater Dresses

1. Mossimo Sweater Dress - $24.99 or BCBGMAXAZRIA Black Dress - $78
2. New York & Co. Cheetah Scarf - $19.95 or Sears Leopard Print Scarf - $19.99
3. Forever 21 handbag - $16.80 or Kate Spade leather handbag - $295
4. GASTONE LUCIOLI 3060 Oxford Bootie Black Suede  - $298

 

 

1. French Connection Tunic Dress -$148 or Old Navy Sweater Dress (no pockets) -$42.50
2. Forever 21 Sunglasses -$4.06
3. Steve Madden Belt -$38
   
4. Franco Sarto Suede boots -$129.95
5. Michael Kors Leather Handabag -$348