A Girl in NYC

This past weekend I took a trip to the hot Indio desert for the Coachella Music and Arts Festival. I have been anticipating my visit since June of last year, so you can imagine my excitement. I had an amazing weekend and was able to catch up with a lot of friends. I did, however, get my wallet stolen, but we will get to that story later! Here are my 2018 Coachella photographs! Road Tripping to the Desert Even though the festival was only 3 days, I packed my top 10 outfits and my friend and I headed off on our mini road trip toRead More →

There’s nothing like welcoming spring than with a freshly painted manicure. We created our own spring 2018 nail polish guide based on the the top colors of the season. Every season the Pantone Color Institute releases a chart of what the trending colors will be, which is influenced by New York Fashion Week. You’re going to see these 12 hues everywhere: Meadowlark, Cherry Tomato, Little Boy Blue, Chili Oil, Pink Lavender, Blooming Dahlia, Arcadia, Ultra Violet, Emperador, Almost Mauve, Spring Crocus, and Lime Punch. New bright and elegant colors debut each spring and we’ve done our research to find a polish that best compliments eachRead More →

In Los Angeles, traffic is inevitable. You’re going to hit it no matter where you’re going or whenever you decide to get to drive. Since I find myself in my car quite often, I’ve taken a serious liking to podcasts. I listen to at least one episode a day and I’ve found that it not only makes my commute go by quicker, but I also feel like I am keeping up with the news, laughing more, and learning something new every day. In the last few months I’ve noticed more and more of my friends mentioning podcasts and it’s introduced me to some really incredibleRead More →

It’s that time of the year again, where the majority of California and the world heads off to the hot desert for two weekends of vibing to good music. Coachella 2018 is less than a week away and time is running out for you to snag the ideal insta-worthy outfits. Coachella style is typically very boho or vintage with trends typically returning from the previous years, but with a new twist or aesthetic. Two weekends of kickass music, tasty food, hanging with friends, and Palm Springs; what more could a girl ask for? Your Coachella 2018 Style Guide has arrived to help expedite your journeyRead More →

With the excitement of the weekend on my mind I love to kick it off with a sweet date night or a nice dinner out with my girlfriends. Lucky for me,  Los Angeles is filled with some of the best restaurants in the world. Whether I’m in the mood to wine and dine with a fancy atmosphere and delicious menu, or keep it budget friendly while still getting to choose from a one-of-a-kind dishes, there’s always somewhere to fit my craving. With so many options to choose from, I narrowed down my top five favorite places to dine in Los Angeles, along with my favoriteRead More →

Here are my 5 Can’t Miss TV Shows of 2018. These are the ones that I set my DVR for or binge-watch over a long weekend. PS: This is Us and Roseanne didn’t make the cut. The Chi (2018) Created by the talented actress, screenwriter, and producer Lena Waithe (Master of None), and produced by Common, The Chi is about life on the southside of Chicago. In the beginning of the first episode we see a traumatic event take place, which leads to a series of intertwining storylines and reveals through the season how the characters are all connected. From the innocent school aged children,Read More →

Our spring and summer shopping guide full of style blogger picks is finally here! When the weather starts to get warmer it’s time to put away our sweaters and boots and start shopping for florals and bright colors. Whether you’re going to be jetsetting off to an exotic island, vacationing in the Hamptons or Malibu, staying cool in the AC, or strolling the streets in search of the perfect ice cream cone, you can be sure you’ll find what you need right here. Our shopping guide has a wide range of price points that will fit everyone’s budget and features hundreds of our favorites fromRead More →

In February, Howl at the Moon Hollywood hosted a special event that I attended and I want to share my experience with all of our readers here at A Girl in LA. It was such an amazing night full of jaw-dropping entertainment, dancing, and delicious drinks. Howl at the Moon is such a unique hangout, nothing like I’d ever experienced before. You’ll love every aspect of this piano bar and nightclub. Read on, and learn how you can win your own special night at this crazy and cool little spot in LA. You can follow @howlhollywood to see all the fun my friends and IRead More →

Zendaya first rose to fame on the Disney Channel show, Shake It Up. Her career breakthrough came with the release of her single, Replay. The hit single was then followed by the release of her self titled album Zendaya. She further demonstrated her talents by becoming one the youngest competitors on Dancing with the Stars. At the moment Zendaya has chosen to focus on acting, landing the role as MJ Jones in Spider-Man: Homecoming, along with a role in the future sequel. Her most recent project was alongside Zac Efron in the musical The Greatest Snowman. Zendaya is considered one of the most influential teensRead More →

LA and photography go hand-in-hand. We live in an area with some of the most breathtaking scenery and architecture, and there’s always something new opening up. We chose 10 up-and-coming Instagrammable places in Los Angeles that you’re going to want to visit. Some have been here for a while but may have fallen off your radar, and the others are brand new and ready to be photographed. Judging by the sneak peaks below, we know that won’t be hard to achieve. Milk Bar Image via The beloved New York City Milk Bar is coming to Los Angeles. Famous for their confetti cakes and pastel decor,Read More →