The Monday Mantra 12.0

A mantra dedicated to all the lovely brides out there, especially including our very own, Astrid.

xx,

The Nüdwear Team

Foodie Fridays: Sushi Sessions

Sushi Date Anyone? 

Why Sushi is your best bet when dining out… 

low fat, high omega 3’s and a dash of deliciousness for your taste buds!

Want to host a sushi session at your abode? We've found the perfect website to do just that. With flash animations to show you how to make a variety of sushi rolls, you'll be hosting sushi nights monthly!

Let's roll...makemysushi.com

{PS} Let's not forget... the fried rolls, tempura appetizers and cream cheese stuffed "philly rolls" are not included in this low fat line up of sushi options to indulge in! 

Bon A Petit!

xx,

The Nüdwear Team

Wedd's-Day 1.0

Help the fella’s fit in with a few masculine touches that will ease the nerves. 

A canoe is a great way to keep drinks cool and on display for a relaxed water-side rehearsal party.  

A cigar bar or a small scale swivel bar is a great way to give the groom’s guys their bonding time.

Happy Planning!

xx,

The Nüdwear Team

The Monday Mantra 11.0

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CASE OF THE MONDAYS?

Turn your Monday upside down with positive thoughts and pictures too good not to smile at. 
We’re still grinning from ear to ear…

xx,

The Nüdwear Team

The Sunday Stretch

Break the Sunday Routine…

Start your day with 8 simple yoga poses that will leave you feeling refreshed and ready to take on the week ahead. 

After your through, enjoy the rest of your day! Make use of every minute. 

xx,

The Nüdwear Team

Foodie Fridays: Quinoa Fried Rice

The weekend is when we’re most likely to dig into something that isn’t as “healthy” as our daily planned meals throughout the work week. Which is why we’ve found something that tastes naughty but really is quite nice! Quinoa fried rice… a much healthier, more nutritious alternative.

RECIPE VIA | COOKING FOR KEEPS

Quinoa Fried Rice

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Author: Nicole-Cooking for Keeps

Serves: 4 or 6-8 side portions

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa (or 2½ to 3 cups leftover cooked quinoa)
• 1 ½ cups water or low-sodium chicken stock
• ¼ small onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 3 scallions, chopped and divided
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 eggs, lightly scrambled (still raw)
• ½ cup frozen peas, thawed
• Sauce:
• 1 ½ tablespoons teriyaki sauce
• 2 ½ tablespoons soy sauce
• ¾ teaspoon sesame oil

Instructions

1. Rinse quinoa a few times in cold water.
2. Bring quinoa and water or chicken stock to a boil in a medium saucepan, and then reduce to a simmer. Season with salt.
3. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until quinoa is fluffy and cooked through. Remove from heat and let set for five minutes or so. Fluff with a fork.
4. Cool and store in the fridge, preferably overnight.
5. Mix teriyaki, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a small bowl. Set aside.
6. Heat ½ tablespoon olive oil in a large sauté pan over a high heat. Add onion and carrot, cook about two minutes. Add 2 scallions, garlic and ginger to the pan. Cook another two minutes. Add in the rest of the olive oil and the quinoa. Stir-fry about two minutes. Add sauce and stir-fry until incorporated, about two minutes. Make a well in the center of the quinoa pour eggs in, scramble. Throw in peas, then toss everything together until the peas are warmed through, add remaining scallion and serve.

Bon A Petit!

xx,

The Nüdwear Team

BEAUTY EDIT: Lips

Let's talk lipstick.  

Are you the every day type who throws on a swish of her favorite hue before stepping out of the house in the morning? Or do you save that suave look for special occasions, such as date night, ladies luncheons and weekend shenanigans? 

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Whatever your lipstick habits, the key to this post is that you find the right shade to suit you. Every girl should have a timeless pair of black heels, a blazer she can throw on to go to a meeting or pair with jeans for a dressed up look, a pair of sunglasses that compliment her face shape and last but certainly not least, a rouge lipstick to upgrade even the most casual ensembles. 

NOTE: When you're planning for "the big day" - and that doesn't just have to be your wedding, it could be your engagement party, birthday, or a big date - test out a few different colours based on what kind of look you are going for. A bold red will read just that, bold. Meanwhile a more pink hue will look romantic and sweet without being overbearing. 

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VIA | WHOWHATWEAR

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Now, get out there, get to a beauty department or shop and sit with the experts at your side and try on every red lipstick your little heart desires until you find a few that suit you!

xx,

The Nüdwear Team