Souvenir Shopping: The Items I Bring Back From Each Vacation

Over the years I’ve accumulated a lot of items from traveling. As soon as I stepped off the plane, my mind would go into “souvenir shopping mode,” even if that meant buying pointless items that later ended up in the trash. I began revising my strategy and considered what I wanted to purchase (for myself, and for my friends and family) beforehand so I had an idea of what to look for. Then I narrowed it down to specific categories and came up with a list of things that people actually like to receive. Now, when I’m souvenir shopping, I’m not blowing my money onRead More →

Spare No Expense Designer Gifts For Her

Our list of extravagant designer gifts for her was curated with luxury in mind. It’s for the amazing woman in your life who has expensive taste and deserves only the best. 1. New York by New York | Assouline | $250 2. Silver Glitter Arrow 2.0 Sneakers | Off-White | $705 $515 3. Ski Bunny Sweater | Frame | $295 4. Printed Star Gloves | Autumn Cashmere | $120 5. Champagne Selection Hamper | Charbonnel Et Walker | $161.50 6. Flash Earrings | Isabel Marant | $315 $205 7. Spiked Iridescent Glittered Bucket Bag | Christian Louboutin | $1,690 8. Glitter Stripe Sunglasses | GucciRead More →

Makeup, Skincare, and All Things Beauty Gift Guide

A Girl in LA’s first holiday gift guide is here! All things beauty features a vast selection of makeup, skincare, and haircare favorites—from limited edition kits, to our go-to brands, all in a variety of price points. Throughout the holiday season we’ll be posting themed gift guides for everyone on your list, so bookmark this page to stay in the loop! 1. Norvina Pro Pigment Palette Vol. 2 | Anastasia Beverly Hills | $60 2. The Cosmetics Case | $58 + The Mesh Pouch Trio | $24 (Béis) 3. Studio 54 Audacious Lipstick | Nars | $34 4. Mini Mani Month Advent Calendar | CiatéRead More →

A Guide to Choosing The Right Boots This Season + 90 of My Favorites!

There’s nothing I love more than buying new boots for the autumn and winter seasons. I grew up on the East Coast, so having a collection in an assortment of styles was a rite of passage. Not much has changed since I moved to Los Angeles—except maybe I invest in booties (so I can wear them all year long) more so than over-the-knee or thigh-high. This time of the year, however, is when I start getting ready for my trip back East for the holidays. And with that comes, winter shopping. Here’s my guide to choosing the right boots this season, with 90 pairs ofRead More →

Pumpkin Spice Waffles with Caramelized Almonds and Homemade Whipped Cream

The other day I had a craving for something sweet, so I reached out to one of my favorite foodie gurus, Lili from Enjoying Life Everyday. I asked her to curate a breakfast recipe for me because I knew she would send something incredible. And she did—pumpkin spice waffles with caramelized almonds and homemade whipped cream. As soon as I got the recipe, I went to the market, purchased the ingredients and began making them. FYI—they’re d-e-l-i-c-i-o-u-s! Using pumpkin puree gives it a distinct autumn flavor. The addition of almonds adds a nice crunchy texture with a hint of sweetness, while the easy to makeRead More →

The Las Vegas Strip at night

Recently I spent five days and four nights vacationing on the Las Vegas Strip. It was my first time visiting Sin City which I know in this day and age, is practically unheard of. I left on a Saturday afternoon and met up with my parents who drove in from Arizona and arrived a few hours after me. The trip was fast moving since there was so much to do and see in such a short amount of time (two days consisted mainly of travel.) There were a ton of trip highlights (I outlined some on Instagram stories) but here are my favorites. PS: AfterRead More →

What I Learned From The Personality Test I Had To Take In College

My first assignment in my business communications and ethics class was to take the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator. Initially, I thought it was odd that my professor was asking her students to take this sort of personality test. Little did I know this questionnaire would reveal so much about myself (and my character), and help me get a better understanding on why I operate and think the way that I do. Psychiatrist Carl Jung believed that we experience the world using four principal psychological functions based on conceptual theory, with one of each being dominant over the other. Extraversion or Introversion (how you focus your attention:Read More →

Interesting Stories 10-27-19

Start your week off right with these interesting, inspirational, and funny news stories. 10-27-2019 1. This December you can have lunch in Stars Hollow and relive your favorite memories of Gilmore Girls. 2. How to spot fake beauty reviews. 3. How #GirlBoss Lo Bosworth built her beauty brand, Love Wellness. 4. The art of small talk with co-workers. 5. What is an Enneagram, and why you should learn about your number. 6. Six leadership books you will want to read to get ahead in 2020. 7. Various ways you can prolong the life of your iPhone. 8. Take a trip down memory lane and reminisce about theRead More →

20 Instagram Accounts That Epitomize The Bohemian Lifestyle

Like most people, when I’m bored, procrastinating, or in search of inspiration I’ll hop on Instagram and scroll through my feed. One theme that tops my list are images that represent living a bohemian lifestyle. Whether it’s style inspo, vintage shopping, travel, mindfulness, crystals, or decor—these 20 IG accounts are where I’ll head to get my daily dose of free spirit imagery, tips, and motivation which helps me live a more carefree lifestyle. In search of more Insta inspo? Here are 10 accounts worth following that feature style, decor, sunsets, and more. And for those obsessed with the 90s, here’s a list of 20 thatRead More →

How To Throw an Elegant Halloween Party

Hosting a party should be an enjoyable affair and you shouldn’t spend a ton of time stressing over the small stuff. Years ago, when I threw my first party I prepared for weeks and spent way too much money. To say I went overboard, that would be an understatement. Since then, I’ve adopted a party planning strategy with specific tasks that help me plan efficiently. It doesn’t matter if I’m hosting a fall soiree or a get together in the middle of the summer, there’s a certain way I go about doing things, and I’ll make a few adjustments depending on the occasion. These areRead More →