The Kissters

A Simple and Healthy Recipe to Make… Today!

thekissters — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 17:33:13 +0000

If you’re not already on Pinterest, I firmly suggest you email me asap at thekissters@gmail.com to request an invite – I’ll get you set up!

Pinterest is an amazing online ‘pinboard’ where you can draw inspiration from what your fellow pinners have posted to their boards – ranging from home décor to weddings and events; to my personal favorite: recipes and photos of delicious food.

I’ve already pinned so many amazing recipes from food bloggers across the web, and I am so excited to try each and every one.

This morning I whipped up an easy recipe from The Wanna Be Chef. It’s a simple peanut butter yogurt dip that tastes too delicious to actually be healthy, but the best part is that it’s actually so good for you!

I am a bit of a peanut butter addict which is fine in moderation, but my cravings to eat it every day could lead to a diet too high in fat. Whipping up the peanut butter with yogurt gives it an awesome peanut butter taste without all the calories!

You can check out the full recipe on The Wanna Be Chef’s website – it is so simple that I have a feeling you’ll be making this all the time! I know I will.

I made my own version this morning, with a couple edits from his website based upon what I had in my fridge:

1 container low fat Fage Greek Yogurt

3 Tbs peanut butter

½ pack Splenda

1 Tsp Agave Syrup

I ate this with sliced banana and strawberry on Gluten Free toasted bread – a breakfast that beats out boring old cereal for sure!

Happy Eating!

Cover (yo’self) Up!

thekissters — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 13:04:15 +0000

My favorite makeup item changes by the month!

Sometimes I think blush is most important to brighten up your face while other times I have sworn mascara is the best way to make your makeup look polished.

But recently I have decided (for the time being anyway) that cover up/concealer is the most essential beauty product to rock.

I have tried all types and have never truly been blown away. But recently I found my absolute favorite cover up of all time: the Sephora Brand!

Sephora cover up evens out blemishes and makes your skin look natural and smooth.

And for less than 20 bucks, you can’t beat it!

So even though I’m extremely indecisive, for now Sephora Brand cover up is my beauty essential go-to!

Have you tried it out?

Let us know your thoughts!

XOXO

Let’s have a clambake!

thekissters — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 14:32:35 +0000

It’s time for a clambake!

Well, Essie clamebake that is.

This winter I have recently been OBSESSED with accessorizing with color. I am sure fire a victim of the winter blues (boo!) and wearing bright colors has definitely helped.

My new favorite nail color is clambake by Essie. Since tangerine seems to be this spring’s new color I am ALL for Essie clambake. It’s bright, fun, and puts me in a great mood!

Do you have a favorite nail polish this winter?

XOXO

New York Fashion Week

thekissters — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:27:39 +0000

Hi all!

We are so thrilled to get a super special runway preview tonight for New York fashion week! We’ll be sure and report back on all the gorgeous apparel of note for Fall 2012.

In the meantime, check out my blog for QVC.com – in this post Isaac Mizrahi filmed an amazing and inspiring video on his ‘Ladylike’ theme you’ll not only see in his clothing for 2012, but also as a big part of his inspiration for all of his fashion.

Check out the full post and video in the link below!

Isaac Mizrahi for QVC talks ‘Ladylike’ fashion

xo,

PAMA Contest!

thekissters — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:27:01 +0000

The original pomegranate liqueur PAMA is currently having a ”Best Home Bar Star” Contest! This is such a cool contest and great for drink enthusiasts (like ourselves!)

PAMA has just begun accepting submissions to find a cocktail enthusiast who knows how to create a killer cocktail incorporating their delicious liqueur that is perfectly balanced, elegantly presented, and definitely delicious.

The winner will receive a trip for two to the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen in June 2012 with $2,000 spending money and the opportunity for your recipe to be presented in front of thousands of attendees at the Grand Tasting Tent. The winning recipe will also be featured on PAMA’s website.

The contest, which runs until February 29, 11:59PM EST, asks you to submit a recipe and photo of your original drink creation, which will be judged based on the following criteria:

-Originality/creativity

-Unique use of PAMA Ingredient combination

-Appropriateness of the cocktail name

The top 25 entries, as determined by the PAMA judging panel, will be posted to PAMA’s website and Facebook page for visitors to vote on their favorite entry.

Finalists can share their recipe with friends and family in order to gain votes.

The top 10 highest-voted entries will then be judged by an esteemed panel of cocktail professionals who will create and taste each recipe.

For a full list of rules and to enter, go to PAMA.

Good luck everyone!

Xoxo

AK/CK

How to Beat the Winter Blues!

thekissters — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:41:28 +0000

Even though it is 60 degrees in New York today, we are still caught up in the fact that winter is just not going anywhere for a while! The winter blues cannot be avoided no matter the temperature and therefore must be BEAT!

We made a fun video that focuses on 4 ways to try and beat the winter blues. Simply put, here are 4 things that make us happy!

We hope you enjoy and please write us and let us know how YOU stay positive when it’s gross outside!

1.) One good thing about winter is cozy vests! My vest featured in our video is from a clearance sale at Filene’s Basement, so if you like it check out this one at ShopBop.com!

2.) A colorful scarf can do so much for you without breaking the bank! We love fun pashminas. They are SO inexpensive you can pick up a few at once! Check out Nimli.com for their amazing collection of affordable scarves. We’re obsessed with this “peacock” color below:

3.) Try some Revlon cream blush on as a little beauty pick me up! It’s perfect for dry winter skin and gives you a dewy glow.

4.) And finally, light ascented candle that remind you of summer! This can be anything from a beachy scent to a tropical flavored margarita! What a quick fix for the winter blues.

Check out the full video to see just how much fun you can have while you beat the winter blues!

xo,

Brighten Up, Winter!

thekissters — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:32:29 +0000

Recently, Adriane blogged about “pieces with pizazz” for Isaac Mizrahi and the QVC community. You can read her blog HERE.

Her blog post inspired me to start incorporating some better colors and pieces into my wardrobe this winter. Seriously, nothing cheers me up more in winter than a great POP of color!

So when I was at Old Navy last weekend I saw this bright winter coat and I couldn’t resist!

The orange/red color totally stands out and makes me EXCITED to dress for the cold. Also, with one of Old Navy’s crazy clearance days, I got this $80 coat for just $12!! Talk about a mood booster!

Do you have any winter wardrobe items that make YOU smile!?

Stop Waiting for the Elliptical!

thekissters — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:01:36 +0000

The gym has been busier than usually lately. I totally get it! We all had a lot of fun this holiday season, and now is the time to repent the sins of champagne, pie, and second helpings.

One thing that bothers me at the gym is all the waiting around I see. The best advice ever given to me was to STOP waiting and get moving. Have 30 minutes to spend at the gym but spend 5 minutes in line for the elliptical? Or are you doing the elliptical every single day? You are really doing your body a disservice. Not only are you wasting time at the gym by waiting, but your muscles are so used to the elliptical machine that you aren’t maximizing great calorie-burning time just by mixing it up!

Here are some awesome things to do either while you wait on your fave elliptical, or to do on an alternate day to mix it up!

1.) Hate running? So do lots of people. But don’t shy away from the treadmill! Put it on a very brisk walking pace and pump up the incline to Hill Mode. Not only will you torch some calories, but you’ll also work your glutes!

2.) Think Stairmasters are SO 1980’s? Well, maybe they are.. but they are usually open! Get to work on this and notice a tighter rear immediately! Bonus: Don’t hold on to the handle bars as much as you can and you’ll totally get a core (ab) workout!

3.) Spin class isn’t the only time you should sit your butt on a bike! This is a great workout that is also kind to your knees. Challenge yourself by increasing the resistance with each new song on your iPod.

If everything is taken up, try doing some crunches on the mat, or s-s-s-tretch it out while you wait!

Happy Workout!

Sometimes a new pair of kicks can be so motivating!

Get healthy now: Sneak FIBER into your diet!

thekissters — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 14:44:26 +0000

Let’s all take a moment to reflect on an important but too often ignored part of a healthy diet – FIBER!

Fiber is key if you want to maintain a healthy weight and do not want tummy trouble! I won’t go into the nitty-gritty of how fiber works and why your body needs it – that’s why we have super-smart doctors writing for the Mayo Clinic to give us the facts.

You can get fiber from a number of sources like whole grain bread, brown rice, nuts, popcorn, veggies, oatmeal, and beans just to name a few!

Sometimes though, you just want to make sure you are getting your fiber without doing a lot of food prep!

Here are some simple ways we ‘sneak’ fiber into our diets and feel a whole lot better for it!

1.)    Flax Seeds – stir a few tablespoons into a fresh jar of peanut butter when you open it. Now every time you go for a delicious snack with PB, you are getting lots of soluble and insoluble fiber!

2.)    Easy Veggie Add-ins – Thanks to companies like Amy’s and Kashi, there are some incredibly healthy microwave dinners out there. We are guilty of pulling these out of the freezer every now and again, but one way to make them much healthier and fiber-riffic is to mix in some veggies. I personally will steam some broccoli and toss that with my dinner. Claudia simplifies it further by placing her dinner on a bed of fiber rich spinach. Yum!

3.)    Sweet nothings – Splenda has come out with some genius ways of adding essential vitamins and nutrients to their calorie-free sweeteners. I love the Splenda 1 gram of fiber packs. I used these in my morning coffee and I’m delighted I get a whole gram of fiber before I’m even fully awake!

Check out the full video here:

AK

Monday on QVC!

thekissters — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 15:04:03 +0000

Be sure to check out AK on Isaac Mizrahi Live! on QVC this coming Monday January 23rd at 10pm. She is the social host this episode and will be ready to answer all of your tweets!

Follow her live tweeting that night at @QVC starting at 10pm.

If you haven’t heard already…Adriane is the Style Contributor for Isaac Mizrahi and also blogs weekly on QVC.

Check out her latest blog post HERE!

(Isaac and Adriane backstage at QVC)