Halloween is just a few weeks away and if you do not already have your costume planned, here are a few ideas that are a little bit less typical Halloween and a bit more fashion-forward. From the infamous Carrie Bradshaw to the iconic look of Wonder Woman, these famous outfits are both stylish and creative. […]
Fall Lookbook
A few months ago, I reached out to local photographer Bri Johnson after seeing her amazing work and asked if she wanted to collaborate. I love her aesthetic and I thought it would be fun to work with someone new. I met with Bri at my office and we hit it off right away. We […]
Fall 2017 Trends
Even though it is still 80 degrees out, fall weather is right around the corner. I love summer, beaches, and pools, but fall fashion is a lot more fun to play with. Fall trends are ranging from feathered and multicolored fur jackets to plaids and folk prints. Here are a few trends I will be […]
Roots
During a recent trip to Thailand, I stumbled upon a Shaman/Medicine Man on a very small remote island. His name was Ancho Pan or “Teacher Pan.” From the moment he invited us into his home with a warm “Welcome to Paradise! Freedom, Freedom, Freedom” I knew this meeting was a product of fate and synchronicity […]
Street Style: Shawn Harris
On his way home from work, Sales Associate Shawn Harris Jr. stopped on Grove Street to discuss his outfit for the day. He sported Gucci Snake Ace sneakers, tiger socks and sunglasses, Verdon shorts, and a vintage Tommy Hilfiger polo. Accesories included a Skagen watch and Polo duffle bag. Whats your name? Shawn D. Harris […]
Cultural Gratitude
Walk a half-mile in any direction in Jersey City and you’re bound to pass at least 3 ethnically different places to eat and at least 5 people of different races. One of the things Jersey City natives like myself can pride their city on is its diversity. Jersey City is the second-most diverse city […]
Let Your Intuition Be Your Compass
You know that “gut” feeling you get right in your solar plexus that appears to be the perfect balance between heart and mind? That, my loves, is intuition! It often defies logic and many times doesn’t make much sense in the moment. It is merely this overwhelming feeling of knowingness that we cannot deny. They […]
5 Ways To Get Active In Jersey City!
Summer is here and is in full swing, which means it’s time to get out, get active, and enjoy the sun and the weather. Whether you’re looking for ways to get going and become more active or just want to break up your work week, this is perfect for you. Below, I’ve compiled 5 budget-friendly […]
5 Steps to Building a Better Booty
Summer is officially, finally, here. There’s nothing better than leaving work early on Fridays and heading to a friend’s barbecue. Or jumping in the car on a Sunday morning and heading up to the Catskills to go for a hike. Or sitting on the roof with a bottle of rosé until late in the night with friends. […]
The Art of Self-Love
This is the first post in a column about spirituality and personal growth by Joann Tavares, a psychologist and the creator of Happy Girl’s Guide to Life. The most important relationship we have in life is the relationship we have with ourselves. It directly correlates with what life mirrors back to us. This is why prioritizing […]
Journey to Abs with Devon Levesque
It’s been a while since our last “Journey to Abs” episode! We’ve been crazy planning ChicpeaJCturns3 and getting things back on track! I am excited to get back to my Journey to Abs and sharing fitness and health tips with my readers! For this episode, I would like you to meet fitness pro, model and […]
Top 9 Red Flags That You Should Swipe Left On
It is so easy these days to browse through potential dates. You can order up a slice of “hot guy pie” as easily as ordering Seamless. What used to be just waiting for the bus is now prime time to see what lovely lasses lurk nearby. Whether you’re looking for Mr./Ms. Right or Mr./Ms. Right […]
5 Holistic Ideas to Revitalize Your Soul
Trying to keep up in today’s world can be exhausting both mentally and physically. We are compelled to believe that if we take time off for ourselves, we are selfish and lazy. It’s clear that as we get older, we are tasked with more responsibilities, thus making us more overwhelmed and burnt out. It’s a […]
Weed in NJ
Today is 4/20 day, which is the official celebration day for Marijuana. We wanted to explore various perspectives on the matter without sharing my views on the use of the weed plant, whether it is recreational or for health reasons, which I am sure from this post you can guess for yourselves… With the help […]
11 Things I learned about running my own biz
Everyone seems to love a good list these days! I figured I would use it to my advantage and share a few things I learned from being a small business owner. Now, I am still learning and I’ve only been doing this for less than three years so I am far from being a “Gary […]
Dating in your 20s vs 30s: The Showdown
Dating in your 20s is very different from dating in your 30s. While you don’t have to completely change what it is that you do, it makes sense to be adaptable and adjust your approach. If you are using the same tactics at 37 that you used at 23, you might not have the best […]
Journey to Abs: Feelings & Food
If you’ve been following along my journey to abs, you know how I feel about dieting. I’ve had a very tough relationship with food throughout the years and, although things are much better, I still sometimes struggle with emotional eating. After the first post I did about this subject, many of you reached out to […]
Top Places for Dance Workouts in JC
As we enter the second month of 2017, it’s important not to lose sight of the resolutions we set out to accomplish. Maybe you decided that this year you want to pick up a new hobby, improve your fitness, become more social, or even amp up the romance between you and your sweetheart. Did you […]
Food Prep 101: Setting Yourself Up For Success
One of the questions I most frequently answer for new clients looking to lose weight or tone their bodies is how to stay on track during the week. They’re busy people. They work long hours, come home late and the temptation to pull up Seamless is strong. The best habit, I tell them, is to […]
Journey to Abs Ep2: Quick Cardio Wake-up
Two weeks ago I wrote a post for this column: 11 Reasons Why You Should Work Out in the morning and tips on how to get started. For this episode of Journey to Abs I wanted to share a fun and easy workout you can do in the morning in your living room. No equipment needed! […]
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