Alo Yoga + Giveaway!

One of the best ways for me to start and end my day is by working out or doing yoga. The energy that you get while and after a good sweat is indescribable. I believe in always being around good energy and yoga does just that for me.

A few weeks ago I came across the brand Alo Yoga. I was not familiar with yoga gear and I've always worked out in sweatpants. To me, that was workout gear. After a few yoga classes wearing different pieces from their line, I will never workout in sweatpants again, like EVER!

The ultimate comfort is when you feel naked, "truth be told". When items of clothing are hugged tight to your body, not tight like you can't breath, but a sense of stretchy tight that you feel relaxed. Alo Yoga offers incredible workout gear that supports you in the right places. I don't think I can explain it any other way.

Lot's of you have been asking me; 'What did you do to loose weight after two pregnancies?', there's one and only answer, workout! Today I'm letting you in a very personal place, the yoga studio. I will be sweating and wearing no makeup. You've been warned! 

Una de las mejores maneras en que puedo iniciar y finalizar mi día es haciendo ejercicio o yoga. La energía que se obtiene durante y después de un buena buena sudada es indescriptible. Creo en siempre estar cerca de buena energía y la yoga hace justamente eso para mí.

Hace unas semanas me encontré con la marca Alo Yoga. Yo no estaba familiarizada con ropa de yoga y siempre he echo ejercicios en pantalones grandes deportivos. Para mí, eso era ropa de ejercicio. Después de unas clases de yoga que use diversos pedazos de su línea, nunca entrenare en pantalones de chándal de nuevo!

La última comodidad es cuando te sientes desnudo, "la verdad sea dicha". Cuando las ropa se abraza con fuerza a su cuerpo, no apretada como que no puede respirar, pero un sentido de elástico apretado que se sienta relajado. Alo Yoga ofrece equipo de entrenamiento increíble que le apoya y recoje en los lugares correctos. No creo que lo puedo explicar de otra manera.

Muchos de ustedes me han estado preguntando, ¿Qué hiciste para perder peso después de dos embarazos? Hay una sola respuesta, hacer mucho ejercicios! Hoy los voy a dejar entrar a un lugar muy personal, el estudio de yoga. Voy a estar sudando y sin maquillaje. Asi que, usted ha sido advertido!

Foxy

Something I absolutely love doing is styling a simple piece like this Little Boogaweezin t-shirt in an unexpected way. Today I wanted to show you how you can wear a t-shirt for a girls night out. I've been getting lots of requests from ladies looking for night look inspirations. This one is for you:)

We've been seeing leather tight fitted skirts a lot lately and we can all see why. They are so versatile and fit anyone like a glove.  Allow your leather skirt shine by keeping the top part of your body simple, adding some foxy heels and minimal accessories. 

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Algo que absolutamente me encanta hacer es estilar una pieza simple como esta camiseta de Little Boogaweezin de una manera inesperada. Hoy quería mostrar cómo se puede usar una camiseta para una 'noche de chicas'. E estado recibiendo una gran cantidad de solicitudes de trajes para la noche y éste es un aspecto muy de moda. Hemos estado viendo la falda de cuero apretado mucho últimamente y todos podemos ver por qué. Son tan versátiles y le quedan como un guante a todas las chicas. Permita que su falda de cuero brille manteniendo la parte superior de su cuerpo simple, agregando unos tacones femeninos y manteniendo los accesorios mínimos.

 

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Boon-Chu 2

Last week my family and I were walking around the Astoria area and saw a 'Grand Opening' sign outside Boon-Chu 2 located on 35-13 Ditmars boulevard, Astoria, NY 11105 (# 718-777-7013). We were intreaged by the wall art and had go in, and oh boy' am I glad we did! My family and I travel far to get good Thai food and we were exited to try this new place. If you follow me on my social media accounts, you'll see how much we visit Sea in Williamsburg, Brooklyn simply because the food is so delicious.

When we walked-in there was only one older man sitting in a corner. It seemed a little awkward and we were hesitant to sit in an empty room. After the very nice waiter sat us down at our table we started reading the menu. We started with appetizers, vegetable Spring Rolls; nothing special about these rolls. Pretty average but served with a really good sweet sauce that has chopped onions inside. We also got Chicken Satay; delicious! The chicken skewers were lightly dipped in a sweet sauce and grilled. Served with peanut sauce on the side.

 

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Red Black and White + ghd Eclipse Review

So much has been going on in my life 'on the low' that I feel like I'm honestly living a dream and I do not want to wake up! Being a mother and being a full time blogger isn't the easiest of jobs. Therefore, I need to be comfortable at all times! Believe it or not, I feel the most comfortable in pants, whether it be jeans, leather pants or pj's, oh' and of course high heels. I most recently noticed how much attention these HUE leggings get when I'm out. & you might remember the infamous Kandee heels I wore to last year's New York Fashion Week that got photographed by many, or shall I say ALL photographers. Yes, they were a big hit. I don't wear them as often as I would like to and that is only to keep them in mint conditions:) I thought pairing the two 'attention seekers' would be a good idea, so here you go.

The perfect way to wear leather pants/leggings and a red lip during the day is by simply adding a white top, in this case a 360Sweater with the coolest back image (scroll down). If you're wondering, I used the new ghd Eclipse to style my hair. You can find my full review video at the end of this post.
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Tantas cosas han estado sucediendo en mi vida que me siento como que estoy sinceramente viviendo un sueño y no quiero despertar! Ser madre y ser un blogger a tiempo completo no es el más fácil de los puestos de trabajo. Por lo tanto, tengo que estar cómoda a todo momento! Lo creas o no me siento más cómoda con pantalones y zapatos de tacón alto, por supuesto. Más recientemente me di cuenta de la cantidad de atención que estos leggings HUE consiguen cuando estoy afuera. Y usted puede recordar los talones infames de Kandee que llevaba a la Semana de la moda de Nueva York el año pasado que fueron fotografiados por muchos, o mejor dicho por todos los fotógrafos. Sí, ellos fueron un gran éxito . Yo no me los pongo tan a menudo como me gustaría y es sólo para mantenerlos en buenas condiciones:) Pensé que emparejando las dos piesas sería una buena idea, así que aquí tienen.

La forma perfecta de vestir un pantalon de cuero y un labio de color rojo durante el día es simplemente añadiendo un camisa blanco, en este caso un sueter de 360Sweater. 
 Usted puede encontrar mi video de revisión para el pelo completa usando ghd Eclipse al final de este post.

 

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Glam your Little Black Dress

One of the must-have things in my closet apart from a good pair of jeans, it's a great fitted LBD (little black dress). We're always looking for ways to wear our little black dress in different ways and today I'm glamming it up with hints of gold throughout. I added a gold plated belt by Calvin Klein to define my waist. I use this belt every time I want to add a little spiciness to any simple item in my wardrobe.

A little shimmer on one hand with a few bangles and of course this beautiful Nina Rai headpiece. Perfect way to standout in a beautiful, sophisticated and unique way.  

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Una de las cosas que hay que tener en el armario aparte de un de jeans bueno, es un pequeño vestido negro. Siempre estamos buscando maneras de llevar nuestro pequeño vestido negro en diferentes formas y hoy estoy glamando este simple vestido con toques de oro por todas partes. He añadido un cinturón de oro de Calvin Klein para definir mi cintura. Yo uso este cinturón cuando quiero añadir un poco de 'picante' a cualquier elemento simple en mi armario, y funciona!

Un poco de brillo por un lado con unos brazaletes y, por supuesto, este hermoso casco de Nina Rai. Esta es un manera perfecta para destacarse en una hermosa forma, sofisticada y única.

Makeup Tutorial with Mary Kay + Huge Giveaway

This post is part of a compensated collaboration between Latina Bloggers Connect and Mary Kay.

Todays look is all about Spring trends and Mary Kay's Delicate Details collection. I was asked to recreate this look, which is one of two featured on People StyleWatch magazine. I was very excited to try these products since I was not familiar with them. I was super impressed and now wear this look pretty often. My favorite product has to be bronzers. They're very pigmented and easy to blend. In the video you can see how I use two different shades to create and define my cheekbones. I find this look very glamorous and perfect for a night out.

I'm also very excited to inform you that Mary Kay is giving away everything I used to create this look to one of my readers. It's valued at $297. Read below (on the widget) to learn how you can enter. 

El look de hoy tiene que ver con las tendencias de la primavera y la recolección de los detalles delicados de Mary Kay. Me pidieron que recreara este look, que es uno de los dos que figuran en la revista People StyleWatch. Yo estaba muy emocionada de probar estos productos ya que no estaba familiarizada con ellos. Me quedé muy impresionada y ahora los uso a diario. Mi producto favorito tiene que ser los bronceadores. Son muy pigmentados y fáciles de combinar con otros. En el video se puede ver cómo utilizo dos tonos diferentes para crear y definir los pómulos. Me parece que este aspecto es muy atractivo y perfecto para una noche de fiesta glamurosa. También estoy muy emocionada de informarles que Mary Kay está regalando todo lo que usé para crear este look a uno de mis lectores. Está valorado en $ 297. Lea a continuación (en el widget) para aprender cómo usted puede participar.

Russian (potato) Salad

Today I'm going to share a recipe that I grew up eating. Everyone knows that potato salad or as some call it 'russian' salad can be made in so many ways. This recipe was passed down by my lovely grandma a few years ago while I visited her home in the Dominican Republic. I made a few tweaks on it and I'm happy to say my grandmother approved.

While growing up my mother and grandmother made this salad so much paired with rice, beans and oxtails (moro con rabo) that everyone thought that was all they knew how to make. Of course that wasn't the case, it was just too good to want anything else. Below I will show you how to make this addictive salad.

These are the steps for 6 servings (as a side dish) 

Color Blocking

Happy Saint Patrick's Day guys! (can you spot the green leaves on my jumpsuit?)

Today's look isn't necessarily inspired by green but perhaps something a little more fun, somewhat color blocking. We are all used to seeing this trend during Spring and Summer with solid colors but I wanted to give a little twist. As you can see I couldn't wait to wear this trend all over again. I think color blocking is always fun and very unexpected. Especially when it isn't a boring solid color. 

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 Feliz Día de San Patricio! (¿Puedes ver las hojas verdes en mi conjunto?) 

La mirada de hoy no está necesariamente inspirado en verde, pero tal vez algo un poco más divertido como el bloqueo de colores. Todos estamos acostumbrados a ver esta tendencia durante la primavera y el verano ya que los colores brillantes se utilizan normalmente cuando esta soleado. Creo que el bloqueo de color siempre es divertido y muy inesperado. ¿Le gusta el bloqueo de colores?

Cooking With Zareena (Mac and Cheese)

Today I'm sharing a very easy and fun mac and cheese recipe that Zareena craved a few days ago. Cooking with my daughter is always fun but even more fun watching her do it on her own. Below are the steps to making this cheesy goodness. I hope you guys enjoy the video. 

Besame

Spring and Summer is all about shaping up and looking good. & by good I mean extra good! Earlier this week I shared with y'all great beauty secrets and useful tips using something we all have in our homes, baking soda (read more here). Having great skin and toning up before those warm months approach is very important to me, as it should be to you as well. Now, the 'How do you stay fit?' questions keep coming in on my emails and pictures on all my social media accounts. I'm thinking of doing a post about my daily workout routines. Is that something you guys might be interested in? I'd be happy to share.

In other news, I'm super excited to share with you all a great collaboration with Mary Kay Cosmetics coming soon. Stay tuned for that:)

Breakfast at Family Corner

In celebration of my eldest daughter's amazing report card we visited Family Corner located on 21-02 31st street, Astoria NY 11102. We enjoyed some of our favorite pancakes in the neighborhood. The girls ordered chocolate chip pancakes (3 pieces) and I ordered the sweet potato pancakes which are the best in Astoria and are served all day. We also ordered mozzarella sticks as starters and two fresh squeezed orange juices, a side of 2 sunny side up eggs which came with potatoes and toast. The bill come out to less than $33, which is pretty decent for any Astoria restaurant. The staff is so welcoming specially with the girls, they even changed what they were watching to the cartoon channel. I thought that was a nice touch:) The place is pretty small and on weekends is nearly impossible to get a seat without a wait so we were pretty stoked when we walked in and sat right away. Overall the girls were happy to enjoy pancakes outside the house and of course, Family time is always a good time. Happy Hump Day guys!

New Ways to Use Arm & Hammer Baking Soda

A few weeks ago I attended an Arm & Hammer baking soda event that was held at the DreamDry located on 35th west 21st street. At the event we got schooled on how to use baking soda in ways I honestly didn't know. I normally use baking soda in baked goods and at times for cleaning my home. I wanted to share this information with all my readers because I find it very useful and I know you will too. & as Spring approaches we all know we need to give our house and ourselves the yearly Spring clean. Below I will share many ways of using baking soda for a better and cleaner you:)

Bright Chills

This past weekend was as busy as every other one. With school break coming in only a few weeks, I've been running errands and planning for our next month's family vacation. I knew I wanted to wear something comfortable and decided to pull these bold Modern Vice summer jett boots out my closet, and boy I'm glad I did. The bright colors coming from the boots and this Oscar and Anna bag got me in the best of moods. Not sure if y'all noticed but after my new haircut I've been really feeling like myself and I'm love it. The fact that I can wear my hair long and short makes me very happy:) What are your thoughts on it?
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Este fin de semana pasado estaba tan ocupada como cada otro dia. Con receso escolar que viene en sólo unas pocas semanas, he estado corriendo diligencias y planificando la vacacion con familia. Yo sabía que quería llevar algo cómodo y decidí ponerme estas modernas botas de Modern Vice. Los colores brillantes procedentes de las botas y de esta bolsa de Oscar y Anna me ponen en el mejor de los humores. No estoy segura si ustedes notaron, pero después de mi nuevo cabello me he estado sintiendo realmente como yo y estoy encantada. El hecho de que puedo usar mi cabello largo y corto me hace muy feliz :) Les gustan la recordada?

Happy International Women's Day!

In celebration of International Women's Day and the 100th year of the bra, Triumph vows to empower women by giving them what they have always wanted: the perfect fitting bra. 

Triumph, a European lingerie company established in 1886, has launched a campaign entitle #StandUpForFit. After researching and interviewing over 100,000 women worldwide they realized most of them had never been fit for a bra. I've been a long time lover of Triumph's lingerie after getting fitted by their team last year and understanding how a bra should really feel and fit, comfortable. They believe in providing the perfect fit for any shape and size.

Let's stand up for  International Women's Day and inspire change. Look great, feel great and enhance your confidence. 

 

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In The Moment

Hey guys! Sorry for the delay in posting this article. Yesterday I was having major issues with uploading the images on this post and today I finally fixed the problem. I also wanted to say thank you for all the lovely comments on the picture I posted of my new haircut yesterday on Instagram. The cut isn't short all the way for those wanting to know. I only cut the front short and the back is still long. You can say I cut my bangs. Can't wait to show you in upcoming posts.

In today's article I will be sharing an outfit accompanied by images from one of my favorite places to visit in Queens New York, Jackson Heights. I believe in sharing outfits with a full experience. I hope you guys enjoy this very different look at NYTrendyMoms.

Mr. Peabody & Sherman (CLOSED)

A few weeks ago my family and I had the chance of watching the very anticipated movie, Mr. Peabody and Sherman. The story of a genius dog who adopts a boy, yes a dog who adopts a boy! I had the honor of speaking/interviewing Ty Burrell who is the voice of Mr. Peabody, Max charles who is the voice of Sherman, and Rob Minkoff who directed this movie as well as The Lion King. In today's article I will share a brief part of our interviews. I will also be sharing a few images and a great giveaway for your chance to take your family to view this movie when it's released. The film will be in theaters March 7th, 2014.

March Madness, Pie Month!

We're closer to National Pi Day, March 14th. & what better way to celebrate than to show you all pies that rock my world. Savory pies, sweet pies and small single fruits pies that are perfect for kids.

Pies weren't very popular while growing up in a Dominican household. It's only been about 5 years since I had my first pie and since then I've been a fan. I've tasted and made a variety of pies but my favorite will always be apple crumb pie, YUM! I hope you all enjoy these great pie recipes.

This post was sponsored by Foodie.com and I was a compensated for my time. These are all pies I have tried in the past or want to try in the future. All opinions are my own. 

 

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