Many people have preconceived notions about what being a feminist truly means, and before attending an all-girls high school, I possessed a very inaccurate idea of what the now dubbed “F-Word” actually is.
Arts + Culture
The Genius of “Hamilton”
Earlier this year, I had the amazing opportunity to see “Hamilton” at Richard Rodgers Theatre in New York City. Inspired by the 2004 biography Alexander Hamilton by Ron Chernow, “Hamilton” brilliantly tells a well-known historical story by using modern influences, such as hip-hop and rap with witty lines that go so quickly it is almost difficult to catch every
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Wanderlust
Travel Thursday: Cuixmala
Located on Mexico’s Pacific Coast, far from many popular resort towns, is a beautiful eco-resort called Cuixmala. First converted into a hotel in 2009 by James Goldsmith, who previously owned the land, Cuixmala has several amazing, colorful villas and casitas.
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Interviews
In Conversation with Lee Gross of M Café
Chef Lee Gross has been studying Macrobiotics and alternative health since 1999. Lee was the former personal chef of Gwyneth Paltrow, and he helped open M Café De Chaya in 2005.
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Fashion
How to Dress Like… Iris Apfel
“When you don’t dress like everyone else, you don’t have to think like everyone else.”
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Fashion
Cents and Sensibility: $21 vs. $630
I have always loved geometric-inspired accessories, and the clutches from Les Petites Jouers are no exception! Despite the fact that I am a huge fan of the brand, the designs can be incredibly expensive depending on the size and type of purse.
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Fun Finds
Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Mother’s Day is just around the corner! Celebrate the special day on May 8th with one of these thoughtful, creative gifts that she will be sure to love.
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Fun Finds
What’s on my iPhone
Every so often, someone will ask me about my favorite iPhone apps, which is a random question, but I am always happy to answer! I don’t particularly play games on my phone, but I have purchased several other types of apps. Besides stating the obvious– Snapchat, Instagram, Yelp, and Waze, I’ve listed a handful of other
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Bon Appetit
Red Velvet Churros?!
Located on Westwood Boulevard, Tacos Tu Madre has brought a new generation of restaurants to the area. The menu is a combination of classic Mexican dishes, such as various types of tacos but also includes more modern creations like red velvet churros. YES. Red. Velvet. Churros.
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Arts + Culture
Manus x Machina
The highly anticipated “Manus x Machina” exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City includes everything from ensembles from the early 20th century to a 2014 dress designed by Christopher Kane.