“I love brass… in my house, not your hair,” says celebrity hair stylist Kristin Ess. Preach! I’ve struggled to fight off brassy hair for years, especially after balayage treatments. Bala-what? Balayage is a French word that means ‘to sweep.’ In the popular technique, the dye is swept or painted onto sections of your hair in a…
Let’s talk about bucket lists — we all have one. A fortunate number of us have checked off our top dream destinations, collecting passport stamps and unforgettable memories along the way. But… let’s be real. Traveling is expensive, paid time off is scarce, and sometimes jetting off into the sunset just isn’t in the cards. What’s…
If you haven’t heard of GG Crackers by now, it’s time to get on board. First, let me give you a little background. The Scandinavian “appetite control crackers” gained initial momentum due to the F-Factor Diet by Tanya Zuckerbrot, a globally recognized dietician. What is the F-Factor, you may ask? Fiber, fiber… and alas, more…
If you want to know the key to my heart, look no further. I am alllllll about cured meats, an assortment of cheeses, and some great wine to boot. Add some sweet and savory bites in between, and what results is the perfectly curated spread. Before we dive in, let me clear the air: I’m a…
In Los Angeles, winter wardrobe is no easy feat. The weather is fairly unpredictable; in fact, it was 91 degrees over Thanksgiving! That was a curveball. As the weather cools down and the layers add up, I find it difficult to keep warm and comfortable without feeling bulky, yet sexy and elegant without showing too…