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April 21, 2011

The EveryGirl's Guide To Life-Maria Menounos


On Saturday I attended the Celebrity Style Spring Event and VIP book signing with Access Hollywood special correspondent, actress, and author, Maria Menounos.  During the fashion event Maria shared her views on the hottest celebrity styles in a celebrity-inspired fashion show.  I did not end up staying for the entire book signing because the it started late, there were long lines for the book signing, and my VIP pass just couldn't get me to the front of the line! Have I mentioned patience is not one of my strengths? Anyway I did get two copies of the book and will let you know how the book is once I read it.

Don't you think Maria looks fabulous in this simple short white lace dress from H&M? You can't see Maria's shoes but she was wearing adorable Louboutin nude patent leather platform pumps. Maria also recommends more affordable nude patent pumps by Steve Madden.
In The EveryGirl's Guide to Life, Maria reveals her EveryGirl secrets on everything from systems to organize life, managing time, weight-loss tips (she lost forty pounds),  and styling yourself like the stars.
Here's a few EveryGirl Motto's from the book

Be proactive, not reactive, in life. 

Maximize every resource, as well as every minute of the day, fitting in everything from fashion to family to finances to fitness. 

Avoid vampires. Friends, family, or other individuals who are jealous, seek to harm you, or are just plain negative should be avoided. 

Embrace "the Sunshine Committee." Friends, family, or other individuals who are positive and full of "sunshine" should be sought out and embraced. 

If you're not growing, you're dying. Remain open to learning and to new experiences.

And a big thank you for your support and your continued votes over at circle of moms. 
xoxo, Naina

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December 8, 2010

Style Inspiration: Elizabeth Edwards

Elizabeth Edwards was a wife, mother of four, best-selling author, activist, and lawyer.  I have always admired her because despite her personal struggles which included her son dying tragically at age 16, her fight with terminal cancer, and her husband's infidelity and fathering an illegitimate child, she managed to deal with all of this with amazing style and grace. Elizabeth Edwards will always be an  inspiration to me because she lived her life with courage, grace, strength, and dignity.

She simply had style.

Elizabeth Edwards July 3rd, 1949-December 7th, 2010
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Elizabeth Edwards posted this to her Facebook page on Monday

"You all know that I have been sustained throughout my life by three saving graces – my family, my friends, and a faith in the power of resilience and hope. These graces have carried me through difficult times and they have brought more joy to the good times than I ever could have imagined. The days of our lives, for all of us, are numbered. We know that. And, yes, there are certainly times when we aren't able to muster as much strength and patience as we would like. It's called being human. But I have found that in the simple act of living with hope, and in the daily effort to have a positive impact in the world, the days I do have are made all the more meaningful and precious. And for that I am grateful. It isn't possible to put into words the love and gratitude I feel to everyone who has and continues to support and inspire me every day. To you I simply say: you know."

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With the passing of Elizabeth Edwards, America has lost a symbol of strength, hope, and humanity, a tireless advocate for health care for all Americans, and determined crusader for cancer cures," former President Bill Clinton tells UsMagazine.com in a statement. "Her children have lost a loving mother, her friends a wise counselor. My prayers are with them. She was a remarkable woman who dealt with the challenges her life dealt her with courage and grace."
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"Many others would have turned inward; many others in the face of such adversity would have given up. But through all that she endured, Elizabeth revealed a kind of fortitude and grace that will long remain a source of inspiration," President Barack Obama said in a statement Tuesday.

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December 1, 2010

Style Inspiration: Alexa Chung

It is no secret that Alexa Chung has amazing casual chic style and has even been called Fashion's latest "It" Girl.  Alexa has designed pieces for Madewell and the luxe British handbag company Mulberry has named a $1,150 buffalo-leather bag after her.  This 27 year model, fashion designer, and TV personality in Britain, will now be taking her casual and chic style to PBS to host a US TV show called "Thrift in America." This show is set to air next summer and Alexa will take consumers into thrift stores, consignment stores, and garage sales to find good deals and treasures.

If you are interested in reading more about Alexa Chung and her new TV adventure check out this recent article on Alexa Chung in the NY Times.  In this article Alexa discusses her style and inspiration and says "all of my beauty icons are men" and "it's all about effortlessness. It's all about looking undone."

Here is a peek at some of Alexa Chung's best looks.  Which one is your favorite look?









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