By Doshka Harvey
I'd like to think that upon donning this lovely angel wings necklace from Minor Obsessions by Finn, I, or anyone for that matter, will be able to fly away.
By Doshka Harvey
Yumi Chen has a knack for creating exquisitely feminine pieces of jewelry. From earrings and bracelets to necklaces and anklets, eyeglass chains, and even cell phone charms - she does it all. Take a look at this breathtaking Burmese jade rose ring with sterling silver ($40). Pure sophistication! Chen is a jeweler par excellence.
Image from Yumi Chen
By Doshka Harvey
By Doshka Harvey
On Monday, January 3, 2011, singer-songwriter Jay Sean was the first person to ring the NASDAQ closing bell. The chart-topping and multi-platinum artist of hits "Down" and "Do You Remember" sat down with me at the NASDAQ Marketsite studio to discuss what it means to ring the closing bell, his upcoming sophomore album on Cash Money Records, Freeze Time - due out in early spring, and his amazing success in the music industry.
By Doshka Harvey
I want to wish everyone a Happy New Year, especially all who have supported LadyDoshka.
Let's all welcome 2011 with our heads held up high. 2011 is your year!!! No matter how anyone tries to put you down, remember to always stay positive. Let nothing get in the way of achieving your dreams. Know that your life is and will always be Just Fine.
Claudine Paul, Entertainment, Writing Contributors:
CD Pick Of The Month: Thirty Seconds To Mars - "This Is War"
By Claudine Paul
Clearly, from the ominous tones that commences the current music release, by rock band Thirty Seconds To Mars, it is understood what is on this band's mind. This Is War is a cohesive culmination of cinematic rock melodies all backdropped against the desperate vocal pleas of lead singer Jared Leto. Lyrical interjections, marching rhythms, and grand choral choruses are employed hinting always a sense of unity and hope. This Is War, it seems, was worth the battle for Thirty Seconds To Mars.
Images courtesy of EMI Music Publicity
By Doshka Harvey
What splendor! New York City has been blanketed by snow since Sunday, December 26th. Central Park was the picture perfect place to capture a few lovely images.
View of Time Warner Center towers from the Pond at 59th Street
Bethesda Fountain - filled to the brim with snow
Regardless of all the snow pedicabs were on hand to give rides around the park
Fun snow graffiti - the Brazilians and Argentineans are making it known they are in town
A very frosty lamp
Reckon there is nowhere to sit
American Elm trees on The Mall and Literary Walk
Images © 2010 Doshka Harvey
By Doshka Harvey
Delicious! Delicious! Delicious! Have I said that word enough? It's the best way to describe the chive and pork fried dumplings, as well as the pork fried buns from Vanessa's Dumpling House.
Located in Chinatown, here in New York City, it is good eats on a budget. These dumplings cost me a mere $1 for 4; and the pork buns, $1 for 3. An absolute bargain! The juices ooze out upon taking a bite - fresh, hot, savory and flavorful. Simple culinary goodness!
By Doshka Harvey
African Nativity, created by Tanzanian artists, made of mahogany and ebony, $50
The gift that gives back is one of the best gifts ever. One way to give with an open heart to children in need is via UNICEF. According to UNICEF 22,000 children die daily from preventable causes. UNICEF, which currently aids children in over 150 countries, believes that number should be zero. As citizens of the world we can commit an angelic act with UNICEF via the power of our donation or the purchase of UNICEF cards and gifts.
Perusing their 2010 Fall Collection Catalog as well as their 2010 Inspired Gifts Holiday Catalog, one will be impressed to find a number of items to serve as presents to others, while also being able to opt for inspired gifts which go directly to the children who need it.
Haitian Steel Drum Wall Art, created by Haiti's craftsmen, made of recycled steel drums, $50
Your purchase of UNICEF cards and gifts means that 15 percent of the sale will go to the U.S. Fund for UNICEF and 90 percent of that will be given to UNICEF.
Quilted Ceramic Tea Light Holders (set of 3), $18
In addition, for the holidays, UNICEF has partnered with FEED Guatemala Bags and IKEA. According to UNICEF "for every FEED 1 Guatemala pouch and FEED 3 Guatemala bag sold at Lord & Taylor stores in the U.S. and online, FEED will donate $3.50 or $10.50, respectively, to the U.S. Fund for UNICEF to help support UNICEF's nutrition programs in Guatemala." For more information please visit: www.lordandtaylor.com/feed
And, "for each soft toy purchased in IKEA stores around the world between November 1 and December 24, IKEA will make a donation of 1 euro (approx. $1.39), to be split between the U.S. Fund for UNICEF and Save the Children. The funding for UNICEF this year will support the innovative 'Schools for Africa' campaign and other education programs in Asia as well as Central and Eastern Europe." For more information please visit: www.IKEA-usa.com
Other partner companies for 2010 include: Gucci, American Airlines, H&M, and Delta Airlines.
Inspired Gift, School-in-a-Box Kit, provides temporary school for up to 40 children in an emergency, $256.40
Help give the gift of nutrition, immunizations, water, education, and of Life. Help save a child in need.
For additional information on UNICEF, UNICEF holiday gifts and inspired gifts visit:
Images courtesy of UNICEF
By Doshka Harvey
During one of my recent excursions around the city I spotted a beautiful box as I strolled through a department store. The way in which this rectangular shaped box presented itself incited a prodigious feeling in me.
It was plush to the touch and red with gold lettering. It didn't contain diamonds; neither pearls, rubies nor any of those treasures which make a woman's heart skip a beat. Instead, it contained gems for the olfactory system and the box read Nest Fragrances. It was a set of six votive candles and the scent emanating was divinely rich -- a master combination of pomegranate, mandarin, orange, pine, cloves and cinnamon with a hint of vanilla and amber -- from their Holiday Collection.
Diamonds, pearls, and rubies may make a woman's heart skip a beat, but these candles will make her heart skip a beat while forever enrapturing her senses.
Pricing:
6-Pack Mini Votives - $32, 3-Wick Candle - $58, Classic Candle - $32, Single Votive - $14
Available at:
Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue
For additional information on Nest Fragrances visit: www.nestfragrances.com
Images courtesy of Nest Fragrances
Welcome to Lady Doshka! Lady Doshka is a freelance entertainment, fashion, and celebrity news writer who has penned articles for websites such as Frillr.com and V Magazine Online. As a regular contributor to Starpulse.com she has had the opportunity to interview a number of celebrities as well as create her own weekly fashion column for the site. On this blog you’ll find pleasing tidbits about fashion, luxury items, food & gourmet, entertainment, and travel. Though these topics will be the primary focus, LadyDoshka will not hesitate to also keep you informed on anything else which captures her fancy and do it with ladylike delight. |
