Lifestyle (Page 7)

I started reflecting on what I’ve bought (so far) this year, and of them what has made my life easier. From spending late nights searching on Amazon (because let’s be honest, Amazon has everything); to scrolling through my favorite shopping websites while looking for beauty products, denim shorts, and sandals. As I was sitting at brunch the other day, chatting with friends and the topic of new purchases came up these are the products that came to mind because they’ve given me value or happiness, or both. Here are my 10 best purchases of 2019 that I recommend to my friends over and over again.Read More →

Start your week off right with these interesting, inspirational, and funny news stories. (5.26.19) 1. Beach games and backyard fun the whole family will be able to enjoy. 2. With the official start of the summer beginning this weekend, relive those nostalgic moments with the most popular summer hits from 1957 to 2017. 3. Four chefs give their take on how to prepare the perfect PB&J. 4. Five myths about iPhone battery life and what to do to instead. 5. Eight easy tips on how to enhance your life in eight days. 6. When something’s worrying you and you can’t stop obsessing over it—try these threeRead More →

Since I moved to L.A. I rarely get to spend Mother’s Day with my mom because she lives on the opposite side of the country. This year however, we’ll be celebrating it a week later while we’re both vacationing in Phoenix. I’ve been searching for a unique gift to bring with me; something that goes beyond the typical flowers and jewelry. While I was browsing, I came across so many great things, from budget-friendly, to splurge-worthy, (and stuff I want for myself). Hoping to help others find the perfect present, I made a gift guide with my favorites. Here are 45 unique Mother’s Day giftRead More →

April is national stress awareness month, so I thought it was only fitting that we discuss various aspects of coping with it, and getting aligned with the universe. In the past I didn’t have the healthiest ways of dealing with stress and learning new approaches didn’t happen overnight. As bizarre as it may sound, it wasn’t until my mid-twenties that I learned to live in the moment. I used to spend my time thinking about the past and worrying about the future. When I moved to California, I became much more in touch with my spiritual self and that has led me to maintain aRead More →

Start your week off right with these interesting, inspirational, and funny news stories. (4.15.19) 1. Mark your calendars! Big Little Lies season 2 returns on June 9th, and the trailer is FINALLY here! 2. ULTA is having a mega spring sale! You can get a ton products for up to 50% off and for as little as $2 dollars! 3. Couldn’t make it to Coachella and have FOMO? Tune in next weekend to catch weekend two’s live performances—it’s not as good as being there but at least you can watch it as it happens. 4. Nasty Gals Girlboss Rally is coming back to Los Angeles thisRead More →

This past December I did something different to help me stay organized. I purchased a planner, along with stickers, gel pens, sticky notes, and colorful accessories. It brought me back to my childhood when I’d pick one out each August as I anticipated the first day of school. As January 1st approached, I began by decorating the pages and filling in the important dates. Looking back, the last time I did this was about ten years ago. I had gotten into the routine of using a calendar app on my phone, or typing relevant info into my notes and reminders. I had thought about creatingRead More →

Start your week off right with these interesting, inspirational, and funny news stories. (3.25.19) 1. This collection of photos shows the gritty and glamorous New York City during the 1970s. 2. Monique Lhuillier and Pottery Barn’s 2019 collection! It’s perfect for throwing a chic spring garden party. 3. An interesting read—the haunting of Harry Warren at the Chateau Marmont. PS: There’s a playlist of classics to go along with it! 4. If you have back pain (like me) these yoga poses will help you get through the day. 5. Spring cleaning—a list of products that will help revive your home. 6. Various tips on throwing anRead More →

Start your week off right with these interesting, inspirational, and funny news stories. (2.25.19) 1. This fun interactive personality quiz is backed by science. 2. A relatable story for anyone that suffers from migraines. 3. If you’re thinking about hopping on a Lime Scooter, read this first. 4. How to purchase a sports bra that actually fits. 5. Why you should get over your fear of public speaking. 6. Last week Los Angeles actually had a “snow day.” 7. How to keep your kids entertained (and where to go) during spring break. 8. How J.LO gets her killer body—her trainer tells all. 9. Vegan +Read More →

In a world where we must stay connected to keep up, you can find me with my phone super glued to my hand. Such a Millennial thing, right? My iPhone is an essential part of my everyday life because it assists in keeping me organized with my day-to-day tasks. Apple recently dropped a new component called Screen Time which allows you to look at how long you’ve been on your phone and what apps you use most. You can view the detailed activity reports by each day or each week. Currently, my weekly report has the excess screen time of 5 hours and 8 minutes.Read More →

I have an enormous sweet tooth so I look for any excuse to indulge in sugar. With Valentine’s Day right around the corner I thought about various ways to celebrate, other than the typical cookies and cupcakes. Also, February 14th my boyfriend Billy and I will be celebrating our 3 year anniversary so we’ll combine the two for a day of sweet treats. This year I chose to create a candy charcuterie board complete with our favorite candy from Sugarfina, and our favorite French imported chocolates from Le chocolat des Francais. I love this colorful concept since it’s so simple to make and it canRead More →