A Girl in NYC

Thank you notes are an excellent way to show appreciation to people who have positively impacted your life. Crafting the perfect thank you note is important as you briefly highlight what you are thanking the recipient for. They can be used as correspondence for birthdays, weddings, baby showers, Christmas, after a job interview, or just to simply show your appreciation. Below we have included some basic etiquette tips, and we will show you how to write a meaningful message that will leave a lasting impression. We’ve also included some of our favorite note cards to ensure your show of gratitude arrives in style. Thank YouRead More →

Looking to step up your beauty routine in 2018? Then an eyelash tint and lift may be something that interests you. No, it’s not the same thing as eyelash extensions, which are also great and a very popular beauty service. What is an eyelash tint and lift? An eyelash lift and tint works with your natural lashes to give them a natural-looking and semi-permanent curl before giving them a black-as-night tint that will help make them look even more stunning. If you already have long and thick lashes and just want your natural lashes to look even better, this may be a service to lookRead More →

January 1st gives us the opportunity for a fresh start. We think about the changes we want to make and pledge to do things differently in the year ahead. Whether you’re looking for New Years resolution ideas, or just some simple changes you want to make to your everyday life, here are some things that you can do to help start the New Year off right. But first, lets go over what you can do to ensure that you’ll stay on track with your new and improved self. Tips: Create a list of what you want to accomplish, then check back in each month toRead More →

There’s seriously nothing in this world like Christmas time in New York City. The bright lights, the window displays, the shops, the crisp cold air…it all contributes to the alluring appeal that Manhattan has to offer. Last year my boyfriend and I started the tradition of heading into the city a few days before my Birthday (December 23) and spending it, as well as Christmas Eve in New York. This is something I will look forward to year after year. Here’s what we did…  Thursday  Getting There We ended up getting a late start and left in the evening. My dad drove us from MassachusettsRead More →

There are so many ways to celebrate the holidays, but what better way than with food!? With so many different Christmas recipes to make this season, it’s time to start planning the perfect food to bring to your family get-together. Here’s a list of eighteen of our festive favorites; from drinks and appetizers, to entrees and desserts…there’s plenty to choose from. Most of these can easily be made the day before and popped in the oven once you’re done unwrapping your presents. Your contribution will surely be a hit at your holiday festivities! Appetizers Holiday Hot Spinach Dip Source: allrecipes Christmas Tree Pull-Apart Bread Source:Read More →

The holidays are for spending time with our loved ones, attending parties and get togethers and all the prep that goes into them. The month of December is usually a busy (and sometimes stressful) one that creeps up quickly, and can catch us off guard. Our to do lists seem to pile up higher and higher and sometimes we even forget to practice our usual self care routines. From holiday shopping to getting our homes ready to entertain in, the stress can take away the joyful feeling the holidays are meant to bring. We created a list of things you can do to in orderRead More →

Being from the east coast, I can’t imagine not spending the holidays in New York City. Los Angeles is great around Christmas time and for those of us that grew up surrounded by snow, it’s really hard to adapt when it’s sunny and 65 degrees outside. Last year my boyfriend and I started the tradition of going into the city a few days before my birthday (December 23rd), and then meeting up with my family for Christmas Eve dinner. For those of you that haven’t been to New York in December, I highly recommend that you put it on your list of things to do.Read More →

The idea of planning a holiday party can be stressful enough, without needing to worry about leaving a great impression As this season’s festivities go into full effect, here are some tips on how to be a great host during the holidays. Whether it’s hosting a get together with friends or a family reunion, this holiday season you can become the hostess with the mostest with these helpful party planning tips! Answer the 5W1H Before planning any party, ask yourself the 5W1H; the 5 What’s and 1 How. Following this checklist will help you determine the basis for planning your party and it will giveRead More →

For as long as I can remember I’ve always loved snacking. It feels like every day I cave into a bag of chips, cookies, or maybe some candy in between big meals. I’m so into having a quick nibble that I am always looking for new treats to enjoy. So when I was given the People’s Choice Beef Jerky Box to test out, I was ecstatic to begin trying it. The box came with eight different types of jerky. I have to admit, before receiving this box I didn’t know much about beef jerky. Looking through my new box of snacks, I noticed a largeRead More →

Winter has finally arrived here in Southern California! We may not get the white Christmas that we’ve always dreamed of, but there’s still plenty to do and see. We searched for the top rated and newest events happening this season and created the ultimate Los Angeles Winter Bucket List. Think of it as your official guide for unique things to do this Christmas season and all through the winter. When the weather temperature drops, you’re now out of excuses to sit home and binge watch Netflix. December  Image via Winter may be the best time of year to check out the stars from Griffith Observatory.Read More →