New York Doll

New York Fashion Week

2014-02-23T18:53:00.000+00:00

The previous week saw the annual New York Fashion Week, and this means that you have more chances than ever before to learn about the latest styles out there such as couture dresses, sparkle skirts, and lace clothing. Amidst a snowstorm that devastated New York City, the fashion world was treated to new clothing from the highest-end models and creators in the world.

What the World Saw

The world outside might have been white due to all the snow, but the fashions shown off during New York Fashion Week came in a wide variety of colours. Greys and blacks were particularly popular, such as black leather skirts and pewter grey evening wear. There were also a variety of warmer colours put on display as well, including red lace dresses, violet silk skirts, and patterned tops. The general colour palette of the event seemed to focus mostly on silvers and greys that would effectively draw the eye amidst a more colourful background. Barring that, there were plenty of warm colours such as reds, oranges, and yellows that would be able to provide the same impact against a white or grey background.

Fashions that Might Stay Around

One of the interesting elements of New York Fashion Week is the fact that some fashions don't catch on but others do – and, as it turns out, many experts are able to conclude almost immediately after the show what direction the different fashions will take. This year, functionality won against many other fashions, thanks in large part to the sudden heavy snowfall and the fact that the 2014 Winter Olympics are getting a lot of media attention. One example of the new limited-edition clothing out there is the fur-trimmed winter parka coat shown off by model David Verde. Functionality seems to be back in, and possesses a high degree of value when it comes to the latest fashions out there.

Spring and Summer Clothing

On the opposite end of the spectrum, spring clothing fashions focused on bright primary colours such as yellows and reds. While past fashions have focused on floral patterns and other printed designs, this year’s show focused less on prints and more on fancy lace designs. This includes a red lace backless skater dress and a yellow crochet lace dress. The lack of a visible print makes the clothing appear more subtle, yet still provides a touch of elegance. A lace print requires those who are interested in seeing the details of the pattern to look closely, which then draws more attention to the wearer. You will likely see these spring and summer fashions beginning to crop up as the weather starts to warm up and dry out.

New York Fashion Week is one of the biggest and most influential fashion shows in the world. The limited edition clothing shown off here should be taking the world by storm very soon. Some of the newest fashions are already available on websites like ROSAveltOnline.com

Celine bag if you please

2014-01-24T18:00:00.000+00:00

Sweet Potato Salmon #NewYorkDollFit

2014-01-24T12:00:00.000+00:00

Sweet Potato Salmon

Estimated Prep Time: 10 min
Estimated Cook Time: 25 min

Makes 2 servings

Ingredients

2 Yams (Sweet Potatoes)
2 tbsp Brown Sugar
1/2 tsp ground Cinnamon
2 large Salmon Fillets, skin on, about 8 oz each
1 tsp Butter
1 bag (10oz) fresh Spinach, rinsed and drained
1 tbsp Olive Oil
6 Pecan halves, chopped

Cooking Materials

Medium saucepan
Handheld mixer
grill or heavy medium skillet
Large skillet with a cover

Directions

Peel the yams and cut them into large chunks. Place the in a saucepan, cover with water, bring to a boil, and cook until soft, 15 to 20 min. Remove from the heat, drain, add sugar and cinnamon, and whip with a handheld mixer until fluffy. Set aside and keep warm.
Whie the yams are cooking, heat the grill or a heavy skillet. Rinse the salmon and pat it dry with paper towels. Place it skin-side down on the grill and top each piece with half of the butter. Cook undisturbed until the salmon flakes easily, about 10 to 15 min; do not turn.
Just before the salmon is done, heat the oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the spinach, cover, and cook, shaking the pan occasionally, about 2 min. (You want the spinach to wilt and shrink, but not become soggy.)
Place a scoop of mashed yams on each serving plate. Top with spinach. Slide a spatula between the fish and the skin, and lift off the fish. Place the fish on the spinach. (You can remove the skin from the grill and discard it after dinner.) Sprinkle with the chopped pecans and serve.

Halloween #ThrowBackThursday

2014-01-23T18:00:00.000+00:00

This #ThrowBackThursday I am reminiscing last years Halloween, it only seems like last week, but it was so much fun! The first night of celebrations resulted in the backless vintage velvet dress coming out to play and the second night a lot less. Thank you Ann Summers for providing and not much left to the imagination outfit for Swankeys at Pacha.

Bicycle Crunches #NewYorkDollFit

2014-01-23T12:00:00.000+00:00

Once again, I am going to Ibiza in the summer and therefore must work incredibly hard over the next few months to attain the body I am comfortable in for the holiday season. One of my biggest goals is to have a flat stomach and one of the ways to get on with by doing core work. A perfect ab exercise is the bicycle crunch and combining this in a sumo set with long crunches and a plank will really hit that core.

Spend 10-15 minutes on your core each time you train and I am sure you will get the figure you wish for very quickly!

Simple yet Chic #Inspiration

2014-01-23T06:00:00.000+00:00

Today's Outfit - Simple, yet chic. Paired with natural make-up accented by heavy eyeliner and black mascara.

I am back in love with pointy shoes, T Wang has a great collection at the moment and the shoes are to die for!!

#ThreeWaysToWear - Sunglasses

2014-01-22T18:00:00.000+00:00

Sunglasses can draw such attention to an outfit, which is why they are a perfect accessorie. Wear them by day or night and pick something that will frame your face well. You will always find 3 ways to wear them, it doesn't have to be sunny for you to put your sunny'G's on.

Where to find the perfect gym trousers? #NewYorkDollFit

2014-01-22T12:00:00.000+00:00

I'm in search of some new gym leggings, but can't find the perfect ones! I hate how the majority of gym trousers just leave nothing to the imagination, as half of them are see through and very unflattering. So, if you have any suggestions on what I should go for, get in touch.

I am leaning to Nike (as I have a million of theirs already), Sweaty Betty and Zaggora

I Must Get Back On Top #Inspiration

2014-01-22T06:00:00.000+00:00

Plans for today - I must get on top of university work, work work, blogging, gym rountine, meal preps and try have a social life at the same time, oh the hardships of life! What are all my dolls up to today and this following week?

The perfect outfit for today, super feminine, yet relaxed at the same time = in love.

I really do love shoes . . . #Tuesdayshoesday

2014-01-21T17:43:00.000+00:00

Burberry Men's Wear Collection

2014-01-16T15:05:00.001+00:00

Seeking inspiration from the male aesthetic, I am currently undertaking a unit at university about developing technologies. The unit consists of take a current trend and using advanced technologies to reengineer it to the same market level using tools like a laser cutter, digital printing and 3D printing.

In love with red #Inspiration

2014-01-09T09:07:00.001+00:00

How incredible is that red dress!! I am definitely in search of something similar, I am not sure where I will find one, nor where I will wear it, but it is just spectacular!

Training #NewYorkDollFit

2014-01-08T23:16:00.002+00:00

As you might have gather, my blog is turning into a fitness and fashion blog and will showcase what I eat and how I train to keep in my best shape. As an image consultant I get judge for not only the way I dress, but my weight and size and I feel it important to keep in your best health by eating the correct thing. Here I will post about my training and diet, whilst obviously sharing my fashion inspiration and what I have been wearing.

Breakfast:

Lunch:

Baked salmon with broccoli, green beans, peas, chickpeas and avocado

Training - I had a PT sess today, so it was fairly intense.

12 minutes HIIT

1. Level 5 for 2 minutes

2. Level 10 for 2 minutes

Back down for a minute

3. Level 13 for a minute, up to 14 for a minute

Back down for a minute

4. Level 15 for 2 minutes

Back down for remainder

Sumo Squats

5 sets - 40kg x 2 50kg x 2 40kg x 1

Leg Press - 120kg (2 minutes)

Deadlifts - 3 sets

Lungs and box jumps - 3 sets

10 minute ab workout

Chic #Inspiration

2014-01-08T13:37:00.000+00:00

I have a list of things to do as long as my arm, yet I just seem to procrastinate. I hate having so much to do and not finishing it all in one go, so annoying!! Thankfully, I am back at university and can spend a bit of time reading and researching and add a little more structure into my daily routine - staying in pj's all day is not cool!

I need a break . . .

2014-01-07T18:17:00.004+00:00

She's hot and she knows it #NewYorkDollFit

2014-01-06T17:21:00.000+00:00

#Inspiration

2014-01-06T14:59:00.000+00:00

It needs no words . . . #LookofTheWeek

2014-01-05T18:00:00.000+00:00

Calorie Control #NewYorkDollFit

2014-01-05T12:00:00.000+00:00

Calorie Control

The biggest factor in a diet is calories in versus calories out; your total calories will determine if you lose or gain weight. Eating too many calories will lead to fat gain. But if you don’t eat enough calories you will not gain lean muscle. Setting a target calorie intake and counting the amount of calories you eat each day is vital to losing fat and gaining lean muscle.

Macronutrient Manipulation

While your total caloric intake is the most important diet factor, the ratio of protein to carbs to fat can dictate whether the weight you gain/lose is muscle or fat. A diet that contains 80% of calories from carbs, 10% from protein, and 10% from fat will produce different results than a diet containing 40% of calories from carbs, 40% from protein, and 20% from fat.

Stay Hydrated

You should drink plenty of water every day. Try to drink at least eight glasses (or 64 oz.) of water per day. The benefits drinking water provides are optimal hydration as well as a feeling of “fullness” without added calories. Sometimes people will mistake thirst for hunger. Because of this, staying hydrated can also prevent overeating.

Quality Control

Choose fresh, wholesome foods over pre-packaged, processed foods. Packaged foods are loaded with preservatives, especially sodium and saturated fats, and often have high amounts of sugars, such as high fructose corn syrup.

(Source Simply Shredded)

I must need a holiday #Inspiration

2014-01-05T06:00:00.000+00:00

Clearly I am seeking #inspiration from over the top sunglasses at the moment, I must be looking to go on holiday . . . where are you all travelling this year dolls?

The Diet #NewYorkDollFit

2014-01-04T12:00:00.000+00:00

The Testosterone Story

The hormone testosterone is responsible for the large increases in muscle mass seen when men lift weights. Women’s testosterone levels are a fraction of men’s testosterone levels. Normal testosterone levels in men are 200-1200 ng/dl while 15-70 ng/dl are normal in women. As you can see, men’s testosterone levels are SIGNIFICANTLY higher than women’s. Even if a man is at the LOW end of the men’s normal testosterone range (200 ng/dl), he still has more than twice the amount of testosterone as a woman at the HIGH end of the women’s normal testosterone range (70 ng/dl). If we look at the median or mid-range testosterone levels in men and women, men = 700 and women = 42.5. So on an average, men have 16.47 times more testosterone than women! It is clear that women do not have the hormonal support (testosterone) to gain muscle mass like men. Therefore, the fear of becoming big and bulky and looking like Arnold Schwarzenegger with a ponytail is unwarranted.

(Simply Shredded)

This is the meal plan I am following

Meal 1:

4 Egg Whites
1/4 cup Oatmeal
1/4 cup Blueberries
1/2 cup Green Peppers

Meal 2:

4 oz Chicken
½ cup Sweet Potatoes
¼ cup Strawberries
½ cup Veggies
1 tbsp Almond Butter

Meal 3:

4 oz Chicken
½ cup Sweet Potatoes
½ cup Veggies

Meal 4:

5 oz Tuna
¼ cup Whole Wheat Pasta
½ cup Veggies

Meal 5:

4 oz Chicken
½ cup Veggies

Meal 6:

4 oz Chicken
½ cup Veggies
2 tbsp Almond Butter

Over the top and FAB-U-LOUS darling #Inspiration

2014-01-04T06:00:00.000+00:00

Sometimes a little over the top glamour never hurt anyone, I am a big fan of making a statement and why not do it with ultra fabulous pieces. Seek #inspiration this morning from these lovely pictures!

A beaded necklace #Inspiration

2014-01-02T06:00:00.000+00:00

I am so in love with butter nail varnish, a little bit pricey, but certainly worth the money. Above is the perfect chilled look, great to suit any day, just throw over an oversized cardigan or blazer for added warmth.

Acne Lust

2014-01-01T18:00:00.000+00:00

Keep your look simple and stylish with a pair of skinny jeans, a white cashmere jumper and pointed black heels - perfect smart, yet casual look

Let it begin. . . Wk1 #NewYorkDollFit

2014-01-01T12:00:00.000+00:00

Granted, we've all added a little extra body fat over the festive period, but now it's time to shift the pounds and get a lot leaner. In 3 months I will be turning the big 21, so what better way to get in shape than by following a new training and eating regime until then. This 12 week plan was something I sourced from Simply Shredded. Each day I will be feeding you with #fitspo pictures, progress pictures, my diet and workout tips.

The 12-Week Workout Program

Women need to lift heavy, challenging weights in order to gain muscle. Lifting heavy weights will not cause women to get big and bulky like men because women produce a fraction of the testosterone that men do. When women begin working out, their goals are to tone up and gain shape/curves and following this program will accomplish just that! In this 12-week program, you will decrease the number of reps you complete and increase the load you lift as you progress. The number of sets per exercise stays the same, but the rep range changes.

Weeks 1-4

During weeks 1-4, you will be lifting in the 8-12 rep range. What this means is that you want to complete at least 8 reps but no more than 12 reps for each set. If you cannot complete 8 reps, then the weight is too heavy and you should decrease the load. If you can complete more than 12 reps, then the weight is too light and you should increase the load.

(Source: Simply Shredded)

Don't worry if you don't understand the technical terms dolls, I will be posting demos and pictures explaining each of the terms. Make sure you do a little cardio each day 10-15 minutes HIIT followed by a 10 minute low intensity jog. Make Wednesday purely a cardio day!