Three Haute Mamas

Our Spring "TIME" Giveaway!!

Hello Mamas,

We have an iconic watch company and a great new book to post about today. That is right Mamas I am sure we all at some point or another owned a Timex watch. By the end of the 1960's one out of every three watches sold was a Timex. 

Fast forward to 2011 Timex is back and better than ever. They have a great website you must check out. Lots of tips on fashion and beauty from their very own Fashion Trend Director and author of the book .....

Wear this, Toss that! Amy E. Goodman.  

 

Amy is a Fashion guru. Accessories aficionado. Lifestyle journalist. Devoted wife and mom. As Timex Fashion Trend Director she wears many hats, as well as stilettos, earrings, bangles and watches, of course! Sounds like a few Mamas I know! 

As the Timex Fashion Trend Director, Amy brings her years of fashion know-how to Timex. In her new role, she researches the hottest runway and accessories trends and provides input to the Timex design team. She shares what’s new in fashion and accessories alongside real, down-to-earth advice on how to wear the latest trends with women via Timexstyle.com and events around the country.

Be sure to add her book to your summer reading list!! 

 

 

Now for the exciting part! One lucky Mama can win this beautiful Timex watch pictured below!

All you have to do is leave us a comment on our blog, facebook or twitter and tell us how you tell time these days. 

Names will be entered and the winner will be chosen randomly using Random.org. The Lucky Mama will be named on Monday May 16th*!

Good Luck Mamas!!

XO Kimberly, Kate and Christina 

*we've extended the deadline-you have extra "time" mamas!! 

 

Kimberly's Sweetest Outfits for Your Valentine

Oh Friday..once again, playing hard to get.  Kimberly and I are in the throws of prepping for the Ellie Funds Oscar Gala happening a week from Sunday at the Mandarin Oriental Boston and working on our as yet to be discussed upcoming project in May.  I think having happy things to look forward to makes it easier to tolerate the not so happy things like:

and

not gonna lie.  This one hurt. 

Another upcoming happy event..Valentines Day!  Grab your loved ones and enjoy the day mamas!! Husbands, boyfriends, kids, best friends, or just treat yourself.  My older two daughters (9 and 7) are attending a Sweetheart Dance Saturday night.  They will be all dolled up and bring dates-their dad and their uncle.  Seriously..too cute for school.  So whether you have a romantic dinner planned or a night on the town with your besties (or with your dad and your uncle! haha!), Kimberly takes us shopping and gives us a few pointers on non traditional outfits.  Red is great, but you will love her options.  Speaking of mixing, she will also mix up a healthy cocktail that will put a sparkle in anyones eye.  Make sure to have a cell phone handy, that's all I'm saying..

 And last but certainly not least...Boston says Cheers to Ray Allen! 

  

 

Shaq-hart? Shaquille O'Neal conducts the Boston Pops

Shaq, we wish you a merry Christmas and a champ-ion-ship ring.

His performance on stage at the Pops last night was nothing short of shaq-tastic. 

 

A Spectacular Seaside Home's Holiday Tour.......

Hello Mamas,

I'm telling you there is something in the water down here in Mattapoisett, Massachusetts that seems to draw out talent! We have so many Mamaprenuers in our town we could just dedicate the entire blog to them. 

Today I would like to introduce you to one... Interior Decorator and mother of (four boys) Greta Fox.  Greta has opened her home to us and allowed us to show you her vision of Christmas in her new seaside home.  Mamas prepared to be wowed!!!!

 

   

and here are some more shots for you to enjoy of our very talented friend Greta Fox.

 
Pendant Lights by Chic Home Antiques

" When decorating your home for the Holidays to create the biggest impact pick one favorite spot preferably high up like a mantle. Somewhere out of reach from curious little hands and don't be afraid to get creative. I like to use Mercury glass because it reflects the light from the tree as well as candles etc.  For tree placement I like to tell my clients to place it near a window because it reflects the light and creates a bigger impact at night." - Greta

As you can see in this picture below creativity is Greta's strong point! She had these bunk beds custom built for her boys and with the ceiling painted navy.... skies the limit!

Besides the interior Design shows she frequents, Greta also finds items for her clients at local shops like Serendipity by the Sea, Homegoods, Crate and Barrel, Pottery Barn etc.


Greta provides services in Interior Decorating, Visual Displays, Holiday Decorating, Party Decor, Home Staging, Paint Consultation as well as Home Building/Design Consultant. To contact Greta you may email her at [email protected]

Greta, thank you for allowing us to show your home it is truly Spectacular! You are one Haute Talented Mama! We wish you much continued success in your business. 

XO Kimberly, Kate and Christina

 

 

They say it takes a village.. well a village + Room to Grow

 

 
"I believe that every women has the power to change the world, we make things happen." Fergie

Last saturday night Kate and I experienced that very same quote. When we had the pleasure of attending the Room to Grow Fall Gala. Room to Grow Boston with only a staff of six women pulled off a phenomenal charity event to raise money to help hundreds of babies born into poverty reach their third Birthday. Their mothers also benefit from the support and knowledge from councilors and social workers. The Gala was held at the Park Plaza Castle in Boston. With the help of many volunteers and charitable donations the night was an enormous success. 

The Gala, was hosted by the always delightful Mary Richardson and Pat Canning.  Hollywood was represented by film star Uma Thurman who lit up when talking about both her love for the state (Go Massachusetts!), and of Room to Grow.  Saskia Epstein director of Room to Grow Boston and nicknamed by Mary Richardson "Team Captain" spoke to us and said " So many families are being helped in these tough financial times and thanked us for our support. She explained how she meets nervous new moms everyday and how rewarding it is to see that total sense of relief when she enters Room to Grow that she will find the help she needs for her baby and herself. Dinner began with Boston Arts Academy singing two beautiful songs for us, followed by honoree, and Room to Grow parent, Jocelyn Pena, who spoke to the crowd of 400 explaining how the organization had helped her and her son grow together. Literal tears came to my eyes as I listened to this woman tell her tale, not because of her hardship, but because of her pride.  Pride in her son.  Pride in her life.  Pride in Room to Grow.  I would love to follow Jocelyn's story over the years, because clearly this is just the beginning, a big part of it in thanks to the support she's received at Room to Grow.   

 

Room to Grow provides developmental information, customized support, and all of the needed baby items to low income families beginning at pregnancy and continuing until their child turns three.  Their goal is to ensure a healthy and secure start for the child, but what they are also providing, that was clearly evident in Jocelyns speech, is confidence. Our government might want to take note of this organization.. For the time being though, as woman, we can support this outstanding organization by getting involved, if not monetarily, then by donating your kindly used baby items, or organzing a collection drive of baby items in your community.  At the very least keep these families in your hearts.  Not everyone has the luxury of a supportive family, friend or even spouse.  Things we take for granted, like a stroller, a change of baby clothes or even a board book can mean the world of difference to someone living without.  

They say it takes a village, well a village and the the staff of Room to Grow.  Thank you for all you do, and for also throwing a top notch event to celebrate five years of service!  Bravo!

 

for more information please visit room to grow

Haute job Centerville Pie Company!

 

 

 Centerville Pie Company.

It's a great story that involves chicken pies, Eunice Kennedy Shrivers funeral, Oprah Winfrey, Gayle King, and now..Harry and Davids! And the best part is that they are actively involved in Cape Abilities, a non profit that provides jobs and homes for people with disabilities.  It's not to early to get a jump on Christmas shopping (yes..I just said it, the "C" word.").  Watch the video for the story, and if you're in the area, stop by, visit them online, or check them out in the Harry + Davids catalogue. 

Three Haute Mamas loves to support local businesses, especially ones that include inspirational stories like this. Women who take risks, support others, and follow their passions. And let's not forget the pies..

Haute job Centerville Pie Company! 

 

If you vote for me, it will be summer all year long~Napoleon Dyanmite

Ugh..the last official day of summer.  If you need to find me, my tush will be firmly planted in a beach chair. All. Day. Long. I will, however, be multi-tasking from said beach chair.. 

~Wearing.  White flag..it's getting chilly, and a bathing suit just ain't gonna cut when the wind blows.....

 

 

~Reading.  

Robert Fairer for The New York Times

~Sipping-(hint) perfect compliment to Vodka;)

~Listening

 

Skinnygirls, Tone It Up Girls + Rocco Yummo

I am not a trainer nor do I play one on TV. 

These links will take you to people who are trainers, chefs and others who are qualified to tell you about fitness.  Unlike me who was literally eating ice cream cake from the container last night. Just keepin' it real folks. 

-Rocco Dispirito....Yum..I mean the cookbook-yum! 150 of America's Favorite comfort foods, all under 350 calories! And not too hard on the eyes either ladies..You know I'm talking about that cheeseburger on the cover. Available here, and check him out  on Facebook

-ToneItUp.com  By far my favorite-est fitness site out there.  First off who doesn't love names that start love with "K" sounds;) secondly one of them is a New England gal! and lastly, these girls are adorable and so inspiring! Great videos and free (did someone say FREE?!) weekly newsletters and workout routines every week.  And their diet plan is so affordable, and more important, realistic! These girls are the real thing! Here's a link to my favorite video where the girls go food shopping.  Food + shopping?! Who wouldn't love them? And when you're done talking food, get off your buns and go tone them up!  

-Finally, I was in Vegas when my cousin alerted me to the Skinnygirl margarita.  

Oh yea, I keep the recipe on my iphone she told me.  Huh? I clearly know who Bethenny Frankel is, being the queen of  reality tv, but this was news to me.  Low carb drink recipe? Hmm.. In the name of research, I checked out the site, and lo and behold you don't even need a recipe, Frankel's done the work for you.  Skinnygirl comes in a bottle, and is available online and in stores everywhere!  But even if you don't drink her site's worth checking out for all the useful recipes and health and fitness information.  

And because we here at Three Haute Mamas are all about sharing, and because even if you workout everyday, and watch every morsel of food that passes your lips, it's really all about moderation. 

Well behaved women seldom make history

-Laurel Thatcher Ulrich

Cheers!

The Skinnygirl Margarita  from bethenny.com

The margarita you love, only 100 calories.

Makes one serving

• 2 oz of Clear Premium Tequila (count 1, 2 while you pour, no need for measuring)
• Tiny splash of Orange Liquor
• Juice of 4 Fresh Lime Wedges

For all our Die Hard Celtic's Fans!!! It's not easy... but Green is still "Haute" in Our Book!!

WOW!!! What a game!! Even with a loss I am still proud to be a Celtic's Fan... although it is not easy being Green!!!

Two Roses Maria Menounos and Dane Cook in a crowd full of thorns!!! LOL!!!!

XO Kimberly

One haute mama celeb style

Goop. Not that ick that makes the hairspray pump stop pumping.  

Goop: a really fun newletter by actress and uber haute mama Gwyneth Paltrow that encompasses, well, almost everything.  Food, travel, fashion, you name it.  Hmm..kind of like a blog I know........ Anyhow, it's free and I can't believe how many friends of mine hadn't heard about it.  It's sent out about once a month, and it's a short, easy read. She has impeccable taste in clothing, if not outrageously expensive but I always use it as a basis for my TJ Maxx runs, easy enough to duplicate.  She even made me want to visit Nashville.  I wonder if Faith Hill and Tim McGraw would host me too? My only complaint  is that she tends to lean towards the healthy side of cooking. Vegetarian, brown rice and no sugar?   thinking to myself..Could that be the reason she's at least half my size and has the skin of an angel?? 

That being said, she won me at Baja Style Shrimp Tacos.  Now that's health food.  Gwyneth Paltrow, I don't care if you ever make another movie, but the tacos..the tacos must go on. 

ps random fact: Gwyneth was the name I had picked out for daughter number 2.  Hubs shot me down.