Thursday, 6 May 2010

Top Five Tips for Wedding Nutrition

Nutrition is the Foundation
It is no secret that if you want a more toned wedding dress figure, you MUST pay attention to what you are eating and drinking.

Food should be thought of as fuel to build muscle, help burn bodyfat and energize you for the task at hand.

Whether your current consumption has you eating organically or living on fast food, here are some things to consider in trying to eat better to look better:


1. Do not drink your calories.



Water is the base of a healthy body, drink lots of it – it will flush your system and keep you hydrated. A good rule of thumb is to consume half of your bodyweight in ounces of water per day. Try to avoid diet sodas, fruit juices, sports drinks or anything else that is not a “clear” beverage.





2. Eat ‘whole’ foods, meaning unprocessed and minimally handled.



When making your dining decisions, choose the option that looks like it could be found in nature. Frozen dinners and canned chili are not on the list.




3. Avoid the ‘white death,’ especially sugar.


Processed foods, sodas, pasta, white breads and alcohol. They all have sugar and they will make you fat.



4. Graze all day.



Lots of small meals comprised of lean proteins, fresh fruit and vegetables and some nuts and seeds.




5. Eat good fats – olive oils, avocados, nuts and seeds.



It satiates you and adds flavor to your diet.


Next up: Exercise...


Til next time,

Kevin

Wednesday, 5 May 2010

Wedding Workout: Getting started

T-Minus Wedding Day

Preparing to look your best for your wedding day is more involved than just counting calories and doing sit-ups.

Unfortunately, we don’t always have the time or resources to do everything we want to prepare. But, if you address the major areas of nutrition, exercise and lifestyle, you can do very well even in a very short time.

In this series of articles, I will focus on introducing you to the three key elements for your prepping to look amazing in your wedding gown:

1. Nutrition

2. Exercise

3. Lifestyle Choices

Next up: Nutrition...

Til next time,
Kevin

Tuesday, 4 May 2010

Madeleine and Tora's NYC Engagement Shoot is on Merci New York!!!


I am thrilled to say that the engagement shoot that I just styled and planned for the lovely Madeleine and Tora has now been posted on Merci New York, a gorgeous wedding blog focusing on all of the chic and stylish necessities for the busy city bride.

To read all about Madeleine and Tora's shoot on Stone Street in the Financial District and to learn their story that takes place all around the world (Japan, UK, Belgium, and finally NYC), please click here.

Stay tuned for their upcoming June 5th wedding that will take place at Madeleine's grandfather's farm in Lexington, Kentucky - Mint juleps, seersucker suits and chiffon, oh my!

Thanks to everyone who helped out on this amazing shoot - Jen Huang Photography, Nine Cakes, Kat flower , 57 Grand (dress), Marcos Diaz (hair), and Face Time Beauty (makeup).













Monday, 3 May 2010

Bridal Fitness week with Kevin!

This week all of our articles will focus on getting in shape for your wedding.

Kevin will be briefing everyone on the core elements of what your bridal fitness and health regime should be based on.

Stay tuned...






Friday, 30 April 2010

Exclusive 1-day sale on Pronovias Cocktail Gowns - May 6th in NYC

Attention ladies!!! There is an amazing sale going on at Pronovias at their Flagship store in New York on May 6th.

Their cocktail gowns are pretty outstanding...I may even go there myself!

If you are looking for spectacular bridesmaid gowns, mother of the bride gowns or going to a black tie affair soon yourself, definitely make an appointment for the sale.

Pronovias is also having their bridal trunk show today and tomorrow for their 2011 collections.

You can either set up your appointment online or give them a call to book your appointment at 212.897.6393.

Happy shopping!

xoxo,
Amanda

Wednesday, 28 April 2010

Spring Studio Sale Today at ARTIKAL!


I am thrilled to say that Artikal is having a studio sale for their spring and winter hats today.

I am a huge devotee to Artikal hats and hair pieces having given them as gifts in the past (my friend Christie of City Girls World) as well as styling brides (like the fabulous Kristin) with their amazing bridal collection!

This could be a great opportunity for you to find amazing hats and cocktail pieces to give to your bridesmaids. They are stylish and fit all different types of looks. Take a look below at some of their hats and their bridal pieces - just love them...

Spring Studio Sale
TODAY, Thursday, April 29th from 6:30pm - 9:30 pm
All Spring and Winter hats on Sale
Website orders receive 10% off this week
(to redeem orders must be called in using the code: Spring Sale)

Call Artikal to make an appointment for the sale today: 212-260-0278 or 917-940-9294

Artikal is located at:
510 East 12th street Basement between A and B, NYC















Monday, 26 April 2010

I love BOHO Mag...



Vogue was always my favorite magazine growing up until I hit my 20s when, due to my wanderlust, I fell for Conde Nast Traveller. Upon my move to NYC last year, I lived by Elle Decor in order to furnish my new apartment with my husband and puppy.

The other day I came across another new fave - a magazine called Boho.

As a wedding designer, planner and a personal stylist to the bride and groom for their big day, I get my inspiration from everything I come across on a daily basis.

Boho, which is about all things green and sustainable from fashion and travel to beauty and food, is definitely a source of inspiration.

Their Spring 2010 issue focuses on "springtime in Paris". The design of the magazine is amazing - pretty, delicate and pink. It is, in fact, what caught my eye sitting on the shelf amongst all of the other publications.

With tons of info on where to buy one of my favorite delights - the french macaron - as well as a precious frenchy-inspired photoshoot (a great idea for an engagement shoot girls!), and the latest on Parisian street style, there are a ton of possibilities on how to weave some of these bits and pieces into your upcoming wedding if you are going for French-styling and decor or just some cute accents to make your wedding more unique and, of course, environmentally friendly.








I can't wait to see what Boho has coming up for Summer 2010...I am secretly hoping for a Tuscan-themed issue...though not a secret anymore! :)

Go out and buy the latest issue at your newstand or if you can't find it locally, count it as part of your wedding planning and order a subscription.

I will leave you today with their definition of a Boho girl:

Free. Radical. Independent.
Her style is her own.
It's personal, existential.

Her only fear is convention.
Her only weakness, shoes.
The bump on her nose adds character,
the scar on her shoulder adds strength,
the curl in her hair adds attitude.
There is no such thing as imperfection,
just originality.

Unmovable, Unshakeable, Unstoppable,
She is America's next top role model.
Someone both inspired and inspiring.
She embraces her spirituality,
aspires to her dreams,
lives through her passions.
She is a world changer.
She is bohemian.
She is a boho girl.