Purchase with a Purpose and Raise Money for Charity this Holiday Season

The holiday shopping season is here, but before you hit the mall or go online to your favorite shopping site, how about purchasing something with a purpose? I just learned about BluBond, an e-commerce site that features up-and-coming designers and brands that help raise awareness and funds for charitable causes. One of the sites new voices is Jasmine Dustin, …

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Let’s Order Something “Off The Menu”

There’s something about going out to a restaurant and ordering an item that’s off the menu that makes you feel special and in the know. Now, there’s an app that makes it easy to get excited about going out to eat.  It’s called, Off The Menu and it was the brainchild of a Canadian who …

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Chasing that Casual Cool Style

If you’re looking for rocker chic attire, look no further than Chaser. This brand combines comfort and cool with graphic tees and basic, but not so basic solid shirts that pair perfectly with jeans, shorts or leggings. Their Fall collection has a vintage vibe with modern cuts that you can dress up or dress down. Designed in …

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Sweater Weather

It’s finally cooling down and feeling a little more like Fall here in Southern California.  Temperatures are falling into the 70s this week (where they should be this time of year) and that means it’s the perfect time to break out my latest find: this white cashmere Ciara sweater from 360Cashmere. It’s lightweight, super soft and …

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Make a Statement and Give Back

The weather in sunny SoCal seems to have turned a corner.  We just had our first round of rain in La La Land and that means, it’s time to break out the boots and beanies. What better way to stay warm in a statement sweatshirt from Edenation?  The shirts are simple and stylish and all the …

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A Twist on the Classic LBD

If you’re looking to take your LBD up a notch… look no further.  The Blake dress by MLV comes in black, blue or oxblood.  It’s covered in beads and sequins to make it fun and unique.  The loose fit makes it easy to wear during a daytime brunch or nighttime cocktail party.  And remember, since the …

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L.A. Yogi in Bali

There are dozens of ways to relax and recharge your mind, body and spirit.  For me, yoga is the perfect way.  It helps me stay focused and present and it’s a moving meditation that I crave on a daily basis. Since Bali is a yogi’s paradise, I couldn’t wait to practice on this spiritual island.  And I …

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Soulful and Serene in Bali

Bali is known as the “Island of Gods” and once you get, you realize why.  Quite simply, it feels different on the island, as if there’s a divine peacefulness that blankets the place.  You can especially feel it when you find a quiet place and gaze at the sunset, visit a Hindu temple or meditate near the Ayung …

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