A Girl in NYC

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 →

I originally intended on writing an article about my favorite spots in LA. As I started typing, I realized there was just so much to include that it needed to be separated into two parts. In part 1 I talked about my favorite places to shop, sip, and sleep. Following up with that, these are my recommendations on where to dine, sightsee, workout, and get pampered. Whether you‘re a local or a tourist, hopefully, this guide will help you discover something new in the City of Angels. The Stinking Rose (Beverly Hills): This Italian eatery is me and Billy’s favorite date night restaurant. Everything onRead More →

Since moving to Los Angeles almost 8 years ago, I’ve lived on the West Side (Pacific Palisades, Santa Monica, and Malibu,) Central L.A. (K-Town), and now I live in Downtown Los Angeles. Living in all these vastly different neighborhoods has allowed me the opportunity to explore their hidden gems. I thought long and hard about what my favorite spots are, and to be honest, they change quite frequently. But that’s the fascinating thing about this city. There’s constantly a new bar popping up or a new store to explore and they’ll quickly become a favorite until a new place is discovered. I created a listRead More →

One of my favorite things to do is search Instagram for new and upcoming styles and trends. Whether I’m standing in line at the grocery store, or waiting for a meeting to begin—I’ll explore hashtags and scroll through my favorite designers and influencers accounts. Lately I’ve been focusing on revising my jewelry collection. I started by glancing at my go-to jewelry designers feeds and in the process discovered a bunch of new ones. From minimalistic, to street style, to bold and funky, these are my 20 favorite Instagram jewelry accounts to follow right now. PS: Scroll down—A Girl in LA is hosting a Tarina TarantinoRead More →

It feels like Los Angeles has been stuck in an endless winter. Weeks on end of rain and frigid temperatures has all us Angelino’s bracing for the springtime. As we get ready to wave goodbye to our fur jackets and knee highs, we start planning what we will do after all this time spent in hibernation. Resuming our typical outdoor activities is a given, but LA is a city that always has something new and innovative going on. Read ahead for suggestions on how to maximize your spring plans this year! Melrose Trading Post The Melrose Trading Post is a vintage lover’s dream. Every SundayRead 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 →

It’s been freezing here in L.A—I’m talking 30’s and 40’s, hats and gloves kind of cold. Then throw in the days of endless rain and the sunnier months ahead can’t come soon enough. To get into the spring spirit, I’ve been shopping for transitional pieces and eyeing the upcoming summer trends. One thing I keep noticing over and over again are a variation of stripes in pastel, neon and bold hues. This rainbow trend was brought to the forefront last spring but now even more designers like Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Valentino, Zuhair Murad, Viktor & Rolf, Matty Bovan, and Loewe have showcased it in theirRead More →

Another treatment I’ve become obsessed with is using a derma-roller. It’s completely changed my skin and therefore my life. But first, what is a derma-roller? It’s a little gadget with 100’s of tiny needles on the end that you roll over your face and you can do it at home or have it done at a spa. Sounds intense, right? Don’t worry it’s not so bad, and it has a number of benefits like erasing wrinkles, acne spots, and evening out your skin tone. How does it work? The needles create micro-injuries, which then sends collagen and elastin production into overdrive, giving you a plumperRead 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 →