Besides a few trips to New York in the winter, I haven't been to the "snow, snow" in about 25 years. It was on a quick weekend excursion to Lake Tahoe with my family at ten-years-old, where I was enrolled in a ski class with toddlers. I don't remember much from the experience, ...read more
We all have that one friend... She’s as balanced as they come—which, to her, means she's heading to barre before the bar, knows all the latest fitness trends, and can always be counted on for a hike over happy hour. Your fittest friend is sure to love these gifts: ...read more
I didn't realize it until compiling this list, but most of my best purchases of 2018 either improved my health or streamlined my life. I took better care of my skin, by investing in clean products, and my physical health, with products that aided smarter recovery and nutrition. ...read more
We have a running joke in the office that the best possible situation is to make plans with a friend, then have them cancel. You get all the credit for going out plus an unplanned night. Maybe it's because we're all chronic over-planners, but it feels like a present to have ...read more
She always finds bands before they get big, is maybe your only friend to actually know what CBD stands for, and was into adaptogens when you were still saying “adapto-what?” Impress her with your it-girl knowledge, with one of these impossibly chic, fashion-forward gifts: ...read more
Our entire office quizzed the men in our lives to find out what they really want this year. Consider this the ultimate gift guide for your brother, husband, dad, or best guy friend (though, to be honest, I'll be adding a lot of these to my wishlist too…): ...read more
Last week, I attended a 'Holiday High Tea' with girlfriends, with a very specific dress code: velvet. Normally, I would be thrilled about this—I've always been a fan of the fabric for its luxe festive feel, especially this time of year. The only problem is that I'd just worn my ...read more
My biggest strategy is one that's pretty obvious, but I'm consistently surprised by how much it helps when buying gifts: I keep a running list of ideas throughout the year. Even the items that seem beyond obvious that I'd never forget, I do, which is why I have an Evernote ...read more
1. A good reason to start meditating. 2. If sitcom characters lived in LA, could they afford rent? 3. Ten of the best audiobooks of all time. 4. A one-minute hack for making dry shampoo last. 5. The woman in charge of all movie ratings, from G to NC-17. (NYT) 6. A ...read more
My therapist recently shared a trick with me for dealing with anxiety that sounded so obvious, I couldn't believe I'd never thought of it before. In retrospect, I realize I may have missed it because it was right there in front of me and so simple. The idea is this: Any time ...read more
I'm not usually one to pair multiple trends in one outfit, but I couldn't resist pairing two very current pieces: a black ballerina sweater and leather skirt. In the case of the sweater, my immediate instinct was to lean into its feminine vibe, with a tulle skirt, but the look ...read more
The only reason I learned I had skin cancer is because of small talk. I pointed out a long, healed scar on my coworker's arm during a three-hour train ride and asking her how she got it. We had so much time to kill and it seemed like such a simple question, but her response ...read more
This weekend was a bit more hectic than I anticipated, so on Sunday afternoon I took advantage of a three-hour gap between plans and did one of my favorite things: I took myself out to a movie. Going to the movies alone is one of my favorite things, ever, because it feels so ...read more
They’re the first to say “Why don’t we just do it at our house?” and they’re always the host with the most—now’s your chance to be the guest with the best. Plus, if you bring their host game to the next level (with a stovetop pizza oven or cocktail kit), you’ll inevitably be the ...read more
Show your work wife or neighbor how much they mean to you without breaking the bank. These gifts are all $50 and under, without compromising quality, so you can be that person who brings the best gift to your office or White Elephant party (though, really, I think anyone would be ...read more
I wasted a lot of great holiday outfits by being afraid of faux leather leggings and turtlenecks. Usually I find turtlenecks to be too bulky, and far from flattering, but the shoulder detail on this one adds a bit of interest and keeps the entire look from feeling too bulky. ...read more
I'm someone who's very susceptible to swelling—whether it's from crying, too much sodium, or too little sleep—so any time there's a product that claims to reduce inflammation, I'm game. The MDNA skin roller is the Ferrari of face rollers (with the price tag to match, but I swear ...read more
1. Traveling the globe through candy (NYT). 2. How to meal-prep using only Trader Joe’s ingredients. 3. Winners of the wildlife photos of the year were released—and I can’t pick a favorite. 4. What to save and splurge on, for every room in your house. 5. Bucket list bars to ...read more
I've always considered myself to be an adventurous person. Place me in any situation, conversation, or city, and I'm as happy as a clam. But that comes with one major caveat: I'm also a homebody, so I need an oasis I love and can recharge in. For a long time, my apartment was ...read more
Whether you're someone who would throw a blazer over your favorite pair of black slacks, or over a sequin dress to downplay the girly-ness of it, a white blazer is the item you probably didn't know you needed in your closet, especially for the holidays. This piece works ...read more
Earlier this summer, Chrissy Teigen (*ahem* Tei-gen) posted a Tweet about being the only person in the world who can translate her daughter's gibberish. As a mom, it was of course immediately relatable but also got me thinking about my own secret talents, which quickly turned ...read more
Happy Monday! I hope you're all easing back into the work week after a restful Thanksgiving break. Jonah and I stayed in L.A. on Thursday to kick off the day with an early morning turkey trot with friends (a.k.a., the fun thing you're allowed to call a run on Thanksgiving). ...read more
Today is one of the biggest shopping days of the entire year—and with good reason. Since sites are competing to offer the best Cyber Monday sales, it means you get to benefit from incredible deals. Now is the time to load up on gifts, holiday party staples, and even items for ...read more







