I’m still on board with the holidays, and still on board for getting gussied up! Even if it’s just for yourself, your significant other, or your immediate family members! Had another itch this week to play dress up with some things that have been collecting dust in my closet, so I decided what the hell,...
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MOVING TO LOS ANGELES GUIDE
If you’re thinking of moving to Los Angeles, or better yet *know* you are, I can tell you one thing: there is a home/community/place for you here and no matter what you’re looking for, I promise you’ll find it. I’ve had a love affair with this city since 2007 and still am able to...
HOW TO DRESS FOR “FALL” IN LA [VIDEO]
Our hearts say, “boots, knits, sleeves”, but the weather says, “welcome to summer in LA part two. It’s about to get sweaty.” I dont know about you but I am so ready for some change in all the ways imaginable. But one of the most fun parts about the seasons changing is arguably getting...
IDEAS AND TIPS FOR HOSTING SMALL GATHERINGS OUTSIDE
Even as restrictions are loosening up a bit that certainly doesn’t mean go crazy have a party. I’ve felt stuck between a rock and a hard place for months – I miss my friends, but how do we do this? How do we hang out, have some normalcy, and be safe? I am certainly no...
BEST DAY TRIPS FROM LOS ANGELES
LA might be 500 sq miles of vast landscapes and endless amounts of activities, but even resident Angelenos need days to get the heck outta town and switch up the scenery. Fortunately, there is no shortage of super fun and easy day trips to take outside of Los Angeles. Whether you’re looking for something relaxing,...
A DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO INSTA-WORTHY STREET ART IN LA
The California Dreaming Wall Artist: Ricardo Gonzales Location: 3423 S. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90016 Get your (Google) maps and iPhones ready people, we’re goin’ on an Instadventure (Instagram + adventure)! It’s no secret that the city of Los Angeles is teeming with some of the world’s most incredible works of...
MY 10 FAVORITE LA-BASED BRAND DISCOVERIES OF 2020
2020 has been equally as rough as it has been eye-opening. And through the albeit crappy times, there have been some truly “silver lining” aspects to come out of it all. One of which is the discovery of so many local brands in such a short period of time. Within the past few months, I...
LAX AIRPORT TIPS FOR BEGINNERS
If you’ve ever traveled to Los Angeles, chances are that you’ve found yourself at the Los Angeles International Airport. The great thing about landing here is that it elicits vacation vibes even if LA is the city you call home. Upon landing there’s something about seeing palm trees swaying gleefully, likely on a sunny...
HOW TO MAKE 3 EASY COCKTAILS WITH LUXARDO (VIDEO)
HOW TO MAKE 3 EASY COCKTAILS WITH LUXARDO (VIDEO) MY NEW FOUND PASSION. COCKTAIL CRAFTING. If you follow me on Instagram (which, of course, you do – duh) you know that I have fully embraced my new skills (and perhaps obsession) as an at-home bartender. I am mixing this, shaking that, and pouring it...
LIST OF BLACK OWNED BUSINESSES IN LA
Showing support and solidarity for Black peers/friends/neighbors/colleagues can come in many forms, but one tangible way to express instant support, especially on a personal and local level, is to buy from Black-owned businesses here at home in Los Angeles. Between restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, salons, creative services, and the simply inspiring folks who make...