Strictly Fab News: I’m an iVoice for iVillage!

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I have a great announcement for my fab readers--I have been selected as an iVoice for iVillage!  15 women were selected from across the country--and I made it.  :) Here's the official press release: IVILLAGE AND NBC LOCAL MEDIA ANNOUNCE THE 15 WINNING IVOICES ON IVILLAGE CONTRIBUTORS Unprecedented Partnership Provides Community Members With The Lifetime Opportunity To Be Heard On Women-Centric Issues That Matter Most To Them Selection Committee Includes Award-Winning Journalists … [Read more...]

Strictly Fab Beauty: Tip of the Day!

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I admit it, I have been posting a bit off schedule--blame it on the baby!  I'm due to have him on Thursday, Sept 30th--and then I will be taking a real break... Until then, here's a great beauty tip for everyone--gals and guys included! Did you think that celebrities and divas only wear sunglasses as a fashion statement? Little did you know (and probably them too) that they actually provide maximum protection from premature wrinkles and overexposure. The skin around the eyes is the … [Read more...]

Strictly Fab Health: Quick Ways to Fit in Fitness

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Happy Friday! If you're schedule is somewhat like mine, you have a rough time squeezing in any type of physical activity, let alone a full workout.  A consistent exercise routine relieves stress, gives you more energy, and leads to better heatlh.  Check out these tips from Cindy Hauss, M. Ed., Certified Personal Trainer and Wellness Coach: How to Fit a Workout Into a Busy Day - 5 Tips  1. Take iPad or reading material to the gym and combine work related reading with a … [Read more...]

STRICTLY FAB LOOK FOR LESS: NIA LONG

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The always radiant Nia Long attended the premiere for “Mooz-lum” at the Urban World Film Festival in Harlem this past Saturday. Nia paired distressed ripped jeans with an off-the-shoulder tunic and slouchy boots. With the cooling of temperatures lately, Nia shows us how to effortlessly transition summer pieces into fall. Want to re-create this look,? Take a look at the options listed below... Forever 21 Cocoa Tunic $17.80 Forever 21 White Dolman Tunic $15.80 Fovever 21 … [Read more...]

Strictly Fab Health: the Activia Challenge Finale

So I took the Activia challenge---and I think that I won! Not only did it aid in my digestion, it truly helped me in ensuring that I had my daily dose of calcium and protein--which I needed for a growing baby! I admit that the Jamie Lee Curtis Activia commercials were a bit cheesy--but I can now actually attest to its benefits. I suggest that you take the challenge...and let me know how it all works out! Keep it strictly fab! … [Read more...]

Strictly Fab Dating: Put…and Keep a Ring on It

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Hello fab readers! I have been married for a little over 5 years.  I'm not a complete expert, but I do know a little about keeping a happy marriage. Here are 5 quick tips to keep your man as happy as possible: 1.  Be as physically intimate as you were before marriage (if you had relations).  Chris Rock once said that women can;t reverse in lifestyle and men can reverse in sexual styles...and this is completely true.  If you were freak of the week before you tied the knot, don't … [Read more...]

STRICTLY FAB Fashion: 2010 MTV VMAs FASHION RECAP!

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The City of Angels was the place to be last night. MTV's  2010 Video Music Awards included a cadre of celebs wearing a host of glamorous "do's" and horrible "don'ts."  While some celebs walked the white carpet looking quite fabulous, others just missed the mark completely. Let's take a look at the 3 best dressed celebs and the 3 worst dressed celebs, shall we? THE BEST! 1. Ciara Pop Princess Ciara looked amazing in head-to-toe Givenchy. The sheer bodice and the bottom feather … [Read more...]

STRICTLY FAB Fashion: HOW TO EXTEND YOUR SUMMER WARDROBE INTO FALL

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Although it's still HOT here in Miami, other parts of  the country are quite breezy.  If you're not ready to ditch your summer pieces just yet... and want to get more bang for your buck,  here are 2 surefire ways to incorporate summer into your fall look: 1. Keep Shorts and Minis add a boot: Just because the weather is a bit cooler does not mean you have to cover your still summer-tanned gams. Pair an over-the-knee boot with your favorite FAB pair of cut off shorts or a micro … [Read more...]

Strictly Fab Health: The Dannon Activia Challenge, Part Deux

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I'm still on the path to a healthier digestive system...and I'm into week 2 of the  Activia Challenge.  I only have one problem--the yogurt is actually really tasty---so my little ones are eating up my stash!  I  ended up getting extra reinforcements because the yogurt started to actually end up in my kids' lunchboxes--and they love it! Since day one, I have noticed a difference in my digestion--for the better.  Even after I birth this brand new baby boy, I will continue to eat … [Read more...]

Strictly Fab Look for Less: Julia Roberts Airport Style

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The beautiful Actress, Mother, and Jet-setter Julia Roberts walked through the airport looking effortlessly fab. Ms. Roberts combined a pair of  dark denim jeans with a trendy blazer, chic scarf, and leopard print ballet flats. Want to re- create this easy, breezy look for less? Try some of these options shown below: Topshop Shrunken Sleeve Blazer $110.00 Lulu Candence Call Jacket $86 Old Navy Flirt Skinny Jean $29.50 Old Navy Diva Skinny Jean $19.00 Make Me Chic … [Read more...]

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