By Doshka Harvey
With summer fast approaching, I've already spotted ladies wearing their best t-shirts and tank tops out, ready to make a statement. But wait...don't step out without first making sure that your arms are toned enough to be shown off.
Below is a video from Women's Health demonstrating some result enducing exercises that I love.
Are you ready for sexy and toned summer arms? I know I am!
Video courtesy of Women's Health Magazine
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Homage to Bela, A Prelude from Randy Wilkins on Vimeo.
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STAND BY from JASON LAST on Vimeo.
Stand By is a fashion film directed by Jason Last, featuring Crystal Renn in Marchesa & shoes by Christian Louboutin; styled by James Worthington Demolet.
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I love the song The Soldier by British artist Ross Edwards. I wish for the people of Japan to hold on and stay strong.
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The 53rd Annual Grammy Awards will be airing this Sunday, February 13 on CBS (8PM ET/PT), and there is a party going on here in New York City at Sky Room. Guess what? You're invited!
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The 18.70 carat emerald cut diamond in this ring is flanked by two rhomboid-shaped side stones
Here are some top tips for selecting diamond gifts from the experts at GIA (Gemological Institute of America), creator of the famous "4Cs". These insightful tips will come in handy not only for Valentine's Day purchases, but for jewelry shopping at any point in one's life.
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The number one health threat for women is heart disease. To bring further awareness to this illness and to promote heart health The Heart Truth's Red Dress Collection fashion show is held every year during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week.
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Today is Martin Luther King, Jr. day. Let's take a moment to remember this great leader's contribution to the advancement of the civil rights movement.
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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.
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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
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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
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A Magnificent Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond Ring
Centering an impressive cut-cornered rectangular modified brilliant-cut diamond weighing 54.20 carats, VS1 clarity, Excellent Polish and Excellent Symmetry
Est. $2.5/4 million
A Magnificent and Rare Light Pink Diamond Ring
A diamond linked to the famed Golconda mines of India, the oval light pink diamond weighs 10.46 carats, is Internally Flawless and type IIa
Est. $1.4/1.6 million
According to Schuler, the December jewellery sale is usually one of the biggest conducted by Sotheby's in the year. Sales take place four times during the year in February, April, September or October, and December. For the upcoming Magnificent Jewel auction bidders from at least forty different countries can be expected. With gems like these on offer, one can see why.
Platinum and Fancy Intense Pink Diamond Ring
The pear-shaped diamond of fancy intense pink color weighing 6.32 carats
Est. $800,000/1.2 million
Auction times:
Thursday, December 9th 2010
10:00 AM Jewels from the Estate of William B. Dietrich Sold to Benefit the William B. Dietrich Foundation
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My 2010 holiday gift guide includes something for everyone -- women, men, kids and your pet. And, believe me, I have some goodies on my list for you!
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It is important to encourage learning and the discovery of new things. One of the places that I find quite fascinating and which gets the neurons firing in my brain is The MET (The Metropolitan Museum of Art).
Throughout the year one can find a number of exhibits to explore. It's a great place to visit alone, on a first date or with family and friends, especially, during those chilly New York days. Brrrrrr! Get out of the cold and peruse The Temple of Dendur in The Sackler Wing, for instance.
I find that a membership to The MET would be an extraordinary holiday gift to provoke learning.
Membership starts as low as $60. There is even a family package for $200. For further details visit the membership page here
The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Photo courtesy of The Metropolitan Museum of Art
The Temple of Dendur in The Sackler Wing at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Photo courtesy of The Metropolitan Museum of Art. © Brooks Walker 2008
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At a Bergdorf Goodman event where Manolo Blahnik signed copies of his new book, Manolo's New Shoes, there were many women salivating over the designs by this shoe God. While the ladies were fixated on jewels to adorn their feet, my attention was on Mr. Blahnik and what he was sporting.
Sure, I was intrigued that Andre
Looking down upon his feet I spotted him elegantly parading a very pink pair of loafers. Click! I took a photo of it. How fitting! Only he could get away with such an act. After all, he is a master of women's footwear design.
All images © 2010 Doshka Harvey
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It is Thursday and, as usual, I'm in the mood for blog and website lovin'. It being Halloween this upcoming weekend, let's keep things Halloween themed.
If you reside in New York City, then the go to place for that ghastly and ghoulish or sexy costume you are seeking is Ricky's NYC. These guys have pretty much everything you'll need to impress.
Seeking that happening Halloween party? Then use Guest of a Guest to see what is going on around town and where.
Another place where you'll be able to fulfill your costume dreams is Spirit Halloween. With stores nationwide, you can't go wrong.
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It's Thursday and I am in the mood for some blog lovin'.
Lady Glamourazzi gives us a clue as to why the camel coat is so très chic this season.
We should all give 'thanks' daily for everything and anything - even for the simply stuff. No one does this better than Leah Dieterich on thx thx thx.
Food is meant to be enjoyed and appreciated and David Lebovitz' site certainly demonstrates this with great posts and photos.
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It's Thursday and I'm the mood for some blog lovin'.
Laura Bruen captures life in all its beauty and glory via her photography and shares her breathtaking snaps via her blog Shoot-Scoop.
London based company Beyond//Beyond creates amazing bespoke invitations making sure you get that expected rsvp from all your invited guests.
Luxist shows us what a 'true' cocktail ring is by showcasing Piaget's Limelight collection.
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It's Thursday and I'm in the mood for some blog lovin'.
Oh So Beautiful Paper treasures all things paper with daily examples of amazing wedding invitations to social stationery.
SHEfinds wants you to be fanciful on a budget with Madewell's gold or silver chain link cuff.
The Knotty Bride is a picture filled site showcasing other people's outstanding weddings and fun place to discover unique wedding related things.
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Elle will be celebrating its 25th anniversary this October. In the following video interview with Mediabistro's Media Beat the dynamic editor-in-chief Robbie Myers briefly discusses the launch of the magazine's iPad app, the twenty-five covers for their upcoming issue, and what it takes to be an Elle fashion reporter.
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A few minutes ago ABC officially announced the cast of Dancing with the Stars season 11.
The season premiere of DWTS will air on Monday, September 20th at 8:00 PM ET/PT and will include:
Women
1. Brandy - singer and Ray J's sister (I remember when we use to say 'Ray J, Brandy's brother').
2. Jennifer Grey - actress of the movie Dirty Dancing fame. Enough said.
3. Margaret Cho - comedian. She better bring it!
4. Audrina Patridge - one of the chicas from MTV's reality show The Hills.
5. Florence Henderson - it's Carol Brady from The Brady Bunch. She still looks good!
6. Bristol Palin - Sarah Palin's daughter. Really???
Men
1. Michael Bolton - late 1980's/early 1990's balladeer. Can he actually dance?
2. Mike 'The Situation' Sorrentino - one of the fist pumpers from MTV's Jersey Shore.
3. David Hasselhoff - Baywatch was awesome when it was on television. You just can't hassle the Hoff.
4. Kurt Warner - another NFL star? Ummm...why?
5. Kyle Massey - okay, a Disney kid. Hope he does well.
6. Rick Fox - ex-husband to the stunning Vanessa Williams. Former NBA player and hottie.
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One of the great things about living in New York City is being able to experience retail therapy from pretty much any location. Uptown, downtown, midtown, Soho, Noho, Times Square or Park Ave - you name the area and there will always be a shopping feast for your eyes AND wallet.
I recently had fun exploring the Ferrari store located on Park Ave. I may not be able to afford any of the luxury cars prominently displayed in the store just yet, but it's very exciting to look. Girls love fast cars too boys!
Until I can afford my future red Ferrari 458 Italia, retail therapy of the more affordable items will have to do. At the store one can find goodies ranging from driving moccasins, jackets, cute baby clothing and strollers, miniature Ferrari cars, polo shirts, perfumes, watches and more -all sprinkled with the Ferrari label. Now, isn't that worth a visit until your sports car dreams come true too?
Ferrari Store of New York City - 410 Park Avenue (corner of 55th Street), Tel. (212) 593-2080
Images courtesy of Syndicate Media Group/Photo credit: Billy Farrell from Patrick McMullan Company
By Doshka Harvey
It was iPhone mania in New York City today as many stood on a ridiculously long line awaiting their turn to purchase the new iPhone 4 at the Apple store located in the Meatpacking District.
Check it out:
Rest in peace MJ. You will always be another part of us AND part of us.
You will never be forgotten. Love you forever!
By Doshka Harvey
Hurry! Hurry quick! Diane von Furstenberg is having a blow-out sample sale this week with up to 75% off.
I am a big fan of DVF dresses. Every lady should have at least one DVF dress as part of her wardrobe. They are versatile and stylish for both summer and winter wear.
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Did you know that world's official oldest subway tunnel is located right here in New York in the borough of Brooklyn? Yes, indeed! It's the Atlantic Avenue Tunnel, built in 1844. This is fascinating!
What's even more amazing is that one can take a tour of this tunnel. Once a month (usually on a Sunday), via The Brooklyn Historic Railway Association, hour and half tours are conducted and narrated by Bob Diamond who actually re-discovered the tunnel in 1980. Way to go Bob!
Adults pay $15 while children pay $10. It is for a good cause, especially since The Brooklyn Historic Railway Association is a non-profit organization.
Be forewarned, to enter the tunnel, one must climb down a manhole located in the middle of the street. I actually think that's a bit adventurous!
The next tour takes place on May 16, 2010. To register and find out about future tours, see images of previous tours and to discover fun facts about the history of Brooklyn's great railway system go to: http://www.brooklynrail.net/bhra_events.html
By Doshka Harvey
The epic documentary Have You Heard From Johannesburg by producer and director Connie Field premieres today at the Film Forum in New York City with a 2-week engagement from April 14-27.
Nelson Mandela in the 1990's, as seen in Connie Field's Have You Heard From Johannesburg
It is a 3 part documentary broken up into 7 films recounting the struggle of what it took to abolish apartheid in South Africa and the movement that took place worldwide to defeat that racist system.
Peter Hain, the British activist, National Chairman of the young Liberals, and spokesman for the Action Committee Against Racialism on June 22 1971, as seen in Connie Field's Have You Heard From Johannesburg
Part 1: Mon/Wed 1:00 & 8:45, Tues 8:45, Thurs 5:30, Sat-Sun 1:00
The Road to Resistance (58 mins.), Hell of a Job (58 mins.), The New Generation (58 mins.)
Part 2: Mon/Wed/Fri 5:30, Tues 1:00, Thurs 1:00 & 8:45, Sat-Sun 4:30
Fair Play (95 mins.), From Selma to Soweto (90 mins.)
Part 3: Tues 5:30, Fri 1:00 & 8:45, Sat-Sun 8:00
The Bottom Line (83 mins.), Free at Last (75 mins.)
Soweto Day Demonstrations at South African Embassy, New York, June 17, 1991, as seen in Connie Field's Have You Heard From Johannesburg
For more information go to: http://www.filmforum.org/films/haveyouheard.html
Images courtesy of the Film Forum pr department
By Doshka Harvey
It's not officially summer in New York City and spring has just barely begun, yet things are already hotting up here with 90 degree weather.
The last two days have been deliciously warm. Girls cannot resist showing some skin in tanks tops, while the boys cannot resist sneaking a peak - some things never change.
A gentle stroll along the Brooklyn Promenade is always soothing for many and the view is consistently amazing.
All images © 2010 Doshka Harvey
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The Ultimate Engagement bridal event is taking place this weekend Sunday, March 14, 2010 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Gotham Hall in New York City. With Spring right around the corner and Summer still to come, this is a must attend happening for that well to do bride (or groom) seeking the best of the best in wedding preparation and assistance.
Expect to encounter masters in the bridal industry such as Ines Di Santo, Sylvia Weinstock, Marcy Blum, Lisa Johnson of Ceci NY just to name a few.
The event is complimentary, so register at www.Ultimate-Engagement.com for admission and a chance to win a dream honeymoon.
Image courtesy of Wunderlich Inc.
By Doshka Harvey
It was a started studded night at the USA Network and Vanity Fair Character Approved 2010 Awards held on Thursday, February 26, 2010 in New York City.
The second annual Character Approved Awards honored ten honorees which included:
Green Day (Music)
Kathryn Bigelow (Film/TV)
Nora Ephron (Writing)
Narciso Rodriguez (Fashion)
Angela Brooks (Architecture)
Kehinde Wiley (Art)
Yves Behar (Design)
Dan Barber (Food)
Jessica Jackley (Giving)
Alex Rigopulos and Eran Egozy (New Media/Technology)
Friend, Tamara Tunie, Dule Hill, Friend, Matt Bomer
Some of the stars in attendance included actor Jeff Goldblum (ladies I saw him up close and personal and he still looks amazing at 57), Dule Hill, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Gabourey Sidibe, Matt Bomer, and Corbin Bernsen just to name a few.
Image courtesy of PMK*BNC
By Doshka Harvey
You may be familiar with Gilles Marini as a former model and for his sexy role as Dante in the first Sex And The City movie. Gilles also participated in ABC's Dancing with the Stars season 8, coming in at second place on the show's season finale.
Having moved on to other projects, Marini currently has a pictorial out of himself. It's the Gilles Marini 2010 Calendar captured by Fred Goudon, an award-winning photographer.
Sure the calendar is beautiful to look at because Gilles is quite a stunning man, however, it serves a purpose which is a great one. All benefits from the sales will go to the Maximum Hope Foundation which helps families with terminally ill kids.
The Gilles Marini 2010 Calendar can be purchased exclusively at www.amazon.com.
For more information about the Maximum Hope Foundation please go to: www.maximumhopefoundation.org.
You can visit Gilles' website at www.gillesmarini.com. And, photographer Fred Goudon at www.fredgoudon.com.
Images courtesy of Fred Goudon
By Doshka Harvey
It is Thursday, February 18th and today marks the official last day of Fashion Week being held at Bryant Park. The shows will now move on to their new home, next season (September 2010), at
Citadel Security has been providing security during Fashion Week since 1993. That's pretty much 17 years now. The charming Ty Yorio - a former NYPD homicide detective and a retired sergeant is the president and founder of the company and he runs a quality team.
Sure, fashionistas attending might get a bit annoyed at times when they must form long lines to get into a show or they may not get why security tells 'everyone move to the left or I need everyone to keep the line to the right,' but at the end of the day, these men are doing their job and they are good at it. We know and they know the drill.
So, to the men at Citadel Security I say, see you next season at
By Doshka Harvey
Though the media might not be covering what's going in Haiti as feverishly as they were a few weeks ago, please let's not forget Haiti. Rescues are still taking place and people still desperately do need help.
American Idol's Simon Cowell may be known as being mean on the hit show, however, as mean as he pretends to be on television, the man does still have a kind and soft heart.
Cowell's Haiti charity single is making waves on iTunes and Amazon download charts. The single is a cover of REM's "Everybody Hurts" and features top British artists such as Robbie Williams, Cheryl Cole, Susan Boyle and Leona Lewis, just to name a few.
Proceeds will go to Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) and the Sun newspaper's Helping Haiti campaign.
Watch the moving video here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xgsh7u7upeA
CD cover © Sony Bmg Europe
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. |
