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Cardi B Stops New York Traffic in a Vibrant Hip-Cutout Gown

Cardi B Stops New York Traffic in a Vibrant Hip-Cutout GownSeptember 12, 2023 at 05:05PMCardi B got all glammed up for a recent appearance on “Watch What Happens Live.” Ahead of her anticipated MTV VMAs performance, the rapper and mom of two stopped by the late-night show on Sept. 11 to chat about her upcoming album, reflect on past fashion choices, and share laughs with Andy Cohen. She wore a show-stopping aqua blue gown for the occasion, quite literally turning heads in the streets of NYC outside of the Bravo studios. While Cardi certainly looked fabulous, it’s truly a sight to see her couture dress and red carpet poses against the backdrop of a bike lane and scaffolding in Manhattan.The intricate bodycon dress featured several unique elements, including rope detailing, cutouts at the hip and waist, and a ruched skirt. Working with her…

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Integrative Health Practitioner Level Two certification review

Integrative Health Practitioner Level Two certification reviewIntegrative Health Practitioner Level Two certification review September 12, 2023 at 11:45AM Sharing a full review of my experience completing the Integrative Health Practitioner Level Two course. You can read about my level one experience here! If you’re interested in getting certified, check out the details here and use the code FITNESSISTA for up to $250 off.  Hi friends! How’s the morning treating you? I’m off to a Pilates class and have a couple of coaching calls later today. Today, I wanted to chat a little bit about my recent IHP cert and the process for becoming a certified health coach if this is something you’re interested in doing! Over 100 hours of coursework, continuing education, and some very challenging tests, and I’m now a Level Two Integrative Health Practitioner. I’ve been so excited to add functional…

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Olivia Wilde Fuses Summer With Fall in Hot Pants and Knee-High Boots at NYFW

Olivia Wilde Fuses Summer With Fall in Hot Pants and Knee-High Boots at NYFWSeptember 12, 2023 at 12:30AMOlivia Wilde was living the best of both worlds in a weather-defying ensemble at New York Fashion Week on Sept. 11. As summer style begins to mingle with fall fashion, with some celebrities still wearing bikinis and others experimenting with non-traditional fashion trends, Wilde is taking a firm stance at the center of the sartorial debate. Surrounded by fellow stars, Wilde arrived in a Michael Kors trench coat, a ribbed sweater, sheer tights, and a pair of hot pants that created the illusion of a bodysuit. She styled the outfit with knee-high suede boots, a fringe handbag, and gold Oera earrings.The focal point of the outfit, styled by Karla Welch, was the pair of teeny-tiny hot pants that blended seamlessly with Wilde’s sweater. From afar, Wilde…

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Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet Match in All-Black Outfits at the US Open

Kylie Jenner and TimothĂ©e Chalamet Match in All-Black Outfits at the US OpenSeptember 11, 2023 at 09:59PMIt’s official - Kylie Jenner and TimothĂ©e Chalamet are now a couple, most recently showing off some serious PDA at the US Open. Ever since rumors about the duo’s relationship status picked up in April, the new It-couple have not only attracted a fan obsession, but have also paraded coordinating style moments. From their all-black outfits at BeyoncĂ©’s Renaissance tour (during which they shared a public kiss for the first time) to an intimate New York Fashion Week dinner, the two love birds often gravitate to neutral pieces and silhouettes, subtly tapping into the quiet luxury aesthetic.Since her emergence as the most-followed member of the Kardashians, 26-year-old Jenner has cemented herself as one of our generation’s most beloved sartorial forces. She effortlessly nails just about every trend,…

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What It’s Like to Photograph Naomi Campbell and Teyana Taylor For the Pirelli Calendar

What It’s Like to Photograph Naomi Campbell and Teyana Taylor For the Pirelli CalendarSeptember 11, 2023 at 09:31PMThe 2024 Pirelli calendar focuses on the idea of timelessness and stars iconic figures such as Naomi Campbell, Angela Bassett, Idris Elba, Teyana Taylor, Amanda Gorman, and, most significantly, King Otumfuo Osei Tutu II. The year marks the 25th anniversary of the Ashanti Kingdom, and the King’s image reflects the celebration of his reign. With all photos taken by artist Prince Gyasi in London and Ghana, Gyasi’s hometown, each shoot grew increasingly exciting for him - especially since he looks up to so many of the celebrities he worked with on set, some of whom are old friends. As a self-taught visual artist who shot his first photographs on an old iPhone at 16, Gyasi’s signature work is personal, powerful, and revolves around the idea of…

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Day After Thanksgiving Soup [Turkey Carcass Soup]

Day After Thanksgiving Soup [Turkey Carcass Soup]Day After Thanksgiving Soup [Turkey Carcass Soup]September 11, 2023 at 07:34PMSave that leftover turkey carcass and enjoy every last scrap from Thanksgiving with this delicious turkey carcass soup. Paired with hearty grains, beans and veggies, this turkey soup is the perfect day-after Thanksgiving meal the whole family can enjoy! How’s that for a title? Seeing the word “carcass” in your recipe probably isn’t the most appetizing but I swear this turkey carcass soup is straight delicious and the perfect use for your leftover Thanksgiving turkey. I’ll be alone with Curt and my mother-in-law but we will be making a small turkey and i’ll be making the most of my leftovers! This soup and this turkey and cranberry salad are my go-tos. And let’s be real, lots of sides!!! So keep the Thanksgiving love going with this delicious…

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Chicken Lentil Soup

Chicken Lentil SoupChicken Lentil SoupSeptember 11, 2023 at 07:03PMLooking for a filling and flavorful chicken lentil soup recipe? This delicious soup is packed full of vegetables, spices and a great protein boost from chicken and lentils. I think I may have more soups than any other category of recipe here on the blog. It’s no secret I’m a soup lover and while I love the weather of summer I genuinely look forward to temps cooling off because it means soup season is here! But let’s be real, the weather doesn’t really stop me from consuming all.the.soup. It was 80 here last week and you better bet I will still whipping up this chicken lentil soup! This was actually one of my favorite soup recipes from last year but by the time I finalized it, it was spring and soups weren’t exactly in vogue.…

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Jalapeño Hot Sauce Recipe

Jalapeño Hot Sauce RecipeJalapeño Hot Sauce RecipeSeptember 11, 2023 at 06:48PMMake your own hot sauce with this  Jalapeño Hot Sauce Recipe! This homemade hot sauce recipe is made with fresh jalapeños and lasts several months in the fridge so you can add a spicy kick to all your meals. One of the veggies that thrived in our garden last year was our jalapeños. We planted them without really knowing what to expect and they ended up absolutely thriving. So much so we had no idea what to do with them all! I frozen some (yes you can freeze jalapeños) and ended up making several batches of this jalapeño hot sauce recipe. What’s great about this jalapeño hot sauce is that it lasts several months in the fridge so we enjoyed this hot sauce recipe all through the winter! In the early postpartum days…

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Sweet Potato Pancakes

Sweet Potato PancakesSweet Potato PancakesSeptember 11, 2023 at 06:23PMThis sweet potato pancakes recipe is a delicious and healthy twist on traditional pancakes. Made with fresh or canned sweet potato, they are packed with nutrients and have a unique sweet and spicy taste. These pancakes are perfect for breakfast or brunch, and can be topped with your favorite syrup or butter. Why You’ll Love This Recipe These sweet potato pancakes are SO delicious and make for the perfect start to any weekday breakfast or weekend brunch. We love to eat these as a family because both adults and kids enjoy their taste. They use a mixture of very simple ingredients, warming spices and of course a healthy dose of sweet potato. Sweet potatoes are a fantastic source of fiber, potassium, vitamin A and vitamin C. You can make your own homemade mashed sweet potato…

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Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Balsamic

Roasted Brussel Sprouts with BalsamicRoasted Brussel Sprouts with BalsamicSeptember 11, 2023 at 06:11PMA classic roasted brussels sprouts recipe with a balsamic vinegar twist. The perfect side dish or Thanksgiving/fall dish packed-full of healthy ingredients and flavors. I often feel like as a food blogger I have to reinvent the wheel with every recipe but the truth is, it’s typically the classics that tend to be the most useful (and enjoyed!). I’ve been trying to strike a better balance between creative recipes (this buffalo chicken chili is a good example) and more classic staples (I.e. roasted fingerling potatoes) that everyone should have in their back pocket. I just typically forget to post about them because they seem so basic to me. But then I remember I cook for a living and generally what seems too easy to me could actually be useful to others.…

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