Three Haute Mamas

Monday haute round up-MO Boston, Rangers beat Yankees, + Shaq sits still

-Like spas? How about fancy schmancy hotels? Well the uber luxe Spa at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Boston is holding a "Spa for a Year" Raffle, with proceeds to benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. I'd let them paint my toe nails in the main lobby, one can only imagine the level of tranquility and beauty in the actual spa area.  Go here for the details, and do so soon, as the raffle is only open during the month of October.

 

-How 'bout them Rangers?  No really?! I'm not saying this as a Boston fan...Ok. Yes I am! Let's go TEXAS! What a great series, and I am so excited to the see Rangers make it into the World Series! And I'm so excited for all of you Texas gals who now have yet another reason to shop! I was raised in the North, but spent many years in the South, and let me tell you..stylewise, you southern girls bring it game day! And I'm sure Texas girls everywhere are thrilled to have yet another reason to shop this Monday! 

If I were a Texas girl, I'd be on my iPhone

Wearing this

 

ordering up these babies for sure! Sequins! Love it!

Game time? Time to hang up, and put the phone back into it's case 

Speaking of phones, Boston's newest resident Shaquille O'Neal sent out a cryptic tweet last week 

Seems he's not quite familiar with the local spots yet-Barbara translated into Harvard Square, where the real Shaq played statue for fans , taking photos, although remaining silent and still, for over an hour.

 The Celtics season opener is tomorrow night at the Garden versus the Miami Heat.  Hopefully the only one's sitting silent and remaining still tomorrow night, will be the team that rhymes with BEAT

And the winner of the two tickets to the SOLD OUT Momologues

Pink Ribbon Overdose Show is..........

Michelle Lawrence Murphy of Scituate!  Mom of FIVE?! Now that..is a haute mama in need a night out! Michelle wrote:

Michelle, congratulations and we can't wait to laugh it up with you, our first giveaway winner ever, Wednesday night in Boston!  

and please visit Ellie Fund for more information on this beyond amazing organization that improves the health and welfare of women and families undergoing treatment for breast cancer in Massachusetts by providing support services free of charge including transportation to medical appointments, childcare, housekeeping, groceries, and nutritious meals

 

Three Haute Groupies..We heart the The Varsity Girls!

My girls begged and begged to stay up late to watch some movie about some singing high schoolers.  I relented.  Three movies later, I still know all the words to Shapei's I'm Fabulous.  My friends are lying if they say they don't too. 

Then someone named Miley came along.  Please mommmm....download the Hannah CD.  But I thought you said her name was Miley? Mommmmm...just do it! Next thing every little girl I know is sporting Hannah Montana clothing and singing about getting the party started.  

Demi Lovato, Selena Gomez, Jo-bro (I can say that right?), you name it, they call the next big stars as soon as they hear them.  Well the next big stars according to them and alloftheirfriends....

Boston's very own Varsity Girls.  Kim and I along with our daughters got the chance to hear them this weekend, and aside from being adorable and utterly sweet, their voices are beyond amazing.  

the four girls of The Varsity Girls offer a fusion of differing musical backgrounds and unique vocals, which blend in perfect harmony creating their signature sound--a mix between Pop, Rock and R&B. The members of The Varsity Girls consist of Simone Cardoso (15), Jillian Zucco (16), Kimber-lee Jacobsen (18) and Jillian Jensen (18).

Parents love them because their music sends a great message-about being youself  and warning about mistakes you'll regret later.  As a mom of three little girls, it's so important to find bands who represent such good morals.  Although quite frankly all my daughters care about is the fact their first big hit, Be You, (available on iTunes) is "so awesome Mommmmm". 

The girls have played all over (Fenway, Gillette, Hard Rock Cafe..), and were fortunate enough to play for a certain president you might know.. Barack Obama (squeal!)! Clearly this is a band on the rise, and you'll want to catch them while you can!  Lucky for us, we got to hear their amazing voices and watch them dance this past friday at a sold out PTA benefit concert. The auditorium was going crazy singing and dancing! The girls captured their fans that night with their great vocals and enthusiasm! And after the show they allowed their fans backstage for a picture and autographs! and yes mamas Kate and I are officially Groupies!!!

The Varsity Girls, the Junior Varsity Girls,i.e. our girls, Kim + Kate

 

 

While we find it hard to argue with the hundreds of screaming Varsity Girls fans we sat amongst, you yourself, may need a little prompting, so if you still don't beleive us, put this on your iPod and see if you don't dance around the house play this for your kids and ask them..

 

Varsity Girls gets our........

Xo Kate, Kimberly and Christina

For the time being they are available for additional fundraising opportunities for PTA/nonprofits.  Get 'em while they're hot (or haute!) by contacting BHP Sports + Entertainment at varsitygirls@bhpsports.com.  then Disney better listen up. 

 

Have a haute Saturday mamas

Fun night at the sold out Varsity Girls concert! More to come on that, but in the meantime make the best of the incredible fall weather.  And just a reminder, we will be announcing the winner of the two tickets to the Ellie Funds SOLD OUT Momologues Pink Ribbon Overdose, tomorrow!  All you have to do is leave a comment to win!! 

life is short.  stay haute.

xo, Christina, Kimberly + Kate

 

uno original painting-Pinkalicious cupcake-Priya Originals

Breast Cancer Beauty

The mamas want to show their support for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and all women out there who are or who have battled the disease.  Sadly, pink is not a dominant color in any of our wardrobes, so we decided to turn to an old friend..accessories.  And Etsy! Handcrafted jewels that make a statement..how about them apples? Pink gala apples of course;)

this is gorgeous baroque swarovski pink crystal necklace that you'll miles out of it-and at $24 they artist is donating 1/3 of the cost to the Susan Komen foundation! 

Hope for a world without breast Cancer when you don these earrings-again, 1/3 of the $18 price going to Susan G. Komen

How about honoring a pink warrior with her very own medal? Albeit a very haute medal.  

or cheering on a sister 

 

this would be really fun on an all black outfit

You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face.  ~Eleanor Roosevelt

Fact: 50% of all pimples occur on weekends

The other 50% on weddings, proms and first dates.  

I am not here to help you with the day of acne, but the during..the during I can offer you solace. Meet Mario

Overnight, show that acne who's boss by simply applying a drop of Mario Badescu Drying Lotion.  Works like magic and you'll wake up with the face of a baby ready to face that weekend, prom, wedding, first date or..nature hike?!  Oh yes, the bonus-The lotion takes the itch out of mosquito bites fast as well! 

Mario Badescu Drying Lotion-

 

Introducing the Bra Whisperer!!

Hello Mamas,

About two weeks ago Kate and I were invited to an Open House at a store in Dartmouth Massachusetts called Fabulous Foundations By Nancy. When we arrived we were very impressed with the store's decor. It had beautiful built in cabinetry (Custom built by Nancy's Husband! Awwww!!)  that housed bra's galore, matching undies and even some swimwear. In the center of the store was a beautiful chandelier, lots of comfortable places to sit and ample fitting rooms. 

We introduced ourselves to Nancy and immediately sensed she had found her passion in life. Nancy had a 13 year old niece who was very large busted with no option. After researching places she relized there was nothing in this area for women with this problem. She decided to open a store that sized bra's 28 up to an N cup.

The Bra Whisperer of the south coast was born! She had a women leave crying for joy one day because she had found in Nancy's store a 48 H Bra and matching panties!!! She discovered Beautiful Bra's from European Companies. Nancy explained to us that "European women are different than American women when it comes to undergarments." "Lingerie is very important to them, they believe in the fit. Unlike American women who will think nothing about spending $400 on a dress and then running through Walmart and grabbing a bra that doesn't fit right." 

Okay, by this point I couldn't wait to see what size I actually was and what it felt like to wear a Bra that fit right. So I took to the fitting rooms with one of Nancy's very knowledgeable sales associate. She measured me and brought me a few options. She showed me how to properly fill myself into a bra... lots of grabbing and pulling up!! hahaha!! But it works they were in the right place again!! Holla!!! When I had on my old Bra and I lifted my arms up I almost fell out of the bottom and when I sat down the underwire was hitting me almost around my waist! hahahaha!! Okay..... Are you ready......I went from a 36 C to a 34 E! HA! She explained that the band is 90% of the fit. 

Fabulous Foundations By Nancy carries Bra's by Le Mystere, Fantasie to name a few. She also carries Swimwear that fits teens and women with tiny backs and full busts as well as big backs and big busts. Bra's with air and gel, bridal bra's and nursing bra's. 

We really enjoyed our time with Nancy and her staff and so will you. We give her the Haute Mama seal of approval!!!

                                                                         Nancy's Motto......

                   The right bra puts you in the right place again!!  

 

Xo Kimberly, Kate and Christina

 

 

Nowhere Hair, the book that explains cancer to children humorously, sensitively + fashionably

If you are a parent, have cancer, or know someone who has cancer, this is non negotiable.  Watch this, share this, discuss this.  

 

 

 

 

 

Kiss the cook! Chickpea curry, haute + spicy just like the cook

Mama..I love you to India and back. 

I hear this from my youngest, numerous times a day.  Generally we say moon and back, but who am I to question the kid? Sounds like she's in need of a curry, and fast.  

Now I reside in a quaint, seaside town that offers many things, however not among them, ethnic restaurants and delivery.   And rumor has it Katy Perry and Russel Brand have arrived, and are set to marry in India this weekend.  So in honor of the soon to be newlyweds, and my lack of proper take out, welcome to the first in our new Kiss the Cook series. 

Chickpea Curry

1 small onion diced

3-4 large handfuls of fresh baby spinach, torn into small pieces or sliced

1 can chickpeas, drained

1 16 oz can diced tomatos with juices

1 can Coconut Milk 

Curry paste (Hot or regular)

Tomato Paste

-Saute onion in a bit of olive oil until translucent.  Add in drained chickpeas, tomatos and their juices, coconut milk and stir to combine.  

-Depending on your taste preferences, add in 2-3 heaping spoonfuls of curry paste.  I like it hot and spicy, so I'd suggest 4 heaping spoonfuls of hot curry paste at a minimum.  

-Stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and stir

-Add in spinach, stir, and cover for approximately 5 minutes or until spinach is cooked.  

-Serve over rice, with Naan bread, or straight up like I do.  

I'm sure purists out there are having heart failure that is not a "real" curry, and some people are wondering what is curry paste and why can't I use curry powder?  Well maybe it's not a "real" curry but it's reallyyy good, and that's about all I care about.  Curry powder is good, very good, but curry paste adds a richness and depth to the dish, and has made even the scaredy cats I know (Eww..I hate curry!) break down into puddles.  By no means is this dish low fat, but it is  a great meatless option for the vegetarians out there, and chock full of veggies.  Plus with the cold weather arriving, who doesn't want to cozy up to a warm bowl of steamy Chickpea curry, that'll leave you feeling all haute and spicy.  

Kiss the cook! xo Kate

 

 

Haute haunted home decorating, part two, Kate's home tour

Well when your neighbors home looks like this, you'd better step up to the plate.  Especially when you're in charge of the neighborhood trick or treat post pizza party! So welcome to my chic and spooky (I hope) home tour.  

I'm more of an unexpected decorator.  Pumpkins pop where they shouldn't. 

I love this feather wreath- I bought it at Home Goods and use it for Halloween.  At Christmas I deck it out in silver balls + the whole nine yards and at Valentines I tie a big pink bow on it.  The spooky sign is from the dollar store.

The witches brew cabinet.  Enter if you dare..or if it's 5 o'clock....again, hidden little dollar store/TJ Maxx finds

My kids love the skull-"Skully" he's been nicknamed and every year we place him somewhere really silly where people do a double take when they walk in.  

even the bathroom isn't spared....rats and spider webs.  Who fired the maid, clearly this kid can't reach that high!

thanks for stopping by my chic + spooky halloween tour.  


for more haute hauted home tour wickedness, or to link your own tour, go here

we're still giving away a $100 gift card to TJ Maxx-that's a lot of Halloween decor! Go here to enter