I found my new favorite coffee shop on Instagram, and it’s even better in real life. Cafe Astoria is located in downtown St. Paul and its latte art is out of this world. I’ve never enjoyed creative coffee like this — it’s stunningly colorful and tastes as good as it looks. Cafe Astoria has been open for about a year. Its an outpost in the … Continue reading Latte Art gets creative and colorful at Cafe Astoria in St. Paul, MN
If you’re in the Los Angeles area, you have to visit Griffith Observatory. It offers the most stunning views of LA and gives prime viewing of the Hollywood Sign. If you’re a sucker for city skylines, the trip to the park won’t disappoint. It’s popular at sunset and is free (besides parking). The Observatory is located on the southern slope of Mount Hollywood in Griffith Park. … Continue reading Griffith Observatory is a MUST DO in Los Angeles, California
I just got back from a girls trip in Los Angeles, and I loved every moment of it. Beach hopping was one of my favorite activities — so I have to share which places I enjoyed the most while in sunny California. Venice Beach Venice Beach is a vibe. It’s so reggae. I’m forever calling it hippie town — but it was real cute. I loved … Continue reading Favorite beaches near Los Angeles, California
During the last weekend in April, I flew out to Los Angeles, California for Hillsong’s 2018 Colour Conference. Colour is a global movement of everyday women, with hope in their heart and “change” in their step. Its purpose is to champions the girls of this generation. The women’s conference started back in 1997 under the leadership of Hillsong Senior Pastor Bobbie Houston, and it is … Continue reading Hillsong’s Colour Conference in Los Angeles, California
It’s NYFW baby! A time in New York where shopping is its own season. One where fashion rules the streets and everyone from A-list celebrities to beauty bloggers are taking their seat and trying to get in on the action of the shows. For any fashionista, it’s a world of endless opportunities and where dreams come true. For me, it was an exciting time exploring the … Continue reading All things New York Fashion Week: What it’s like being in NY during the shows and an interview with one of my friends who is interning there
During my family’s latest vacation to Florida, we continued one of my favorite traditions by returning to Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. It’s one of my favorite places to visit because it encapsulates the magic and wonder of Disney so well. I love walking down Main Street USA, seeing the Cinderella Castle, experiencing the nightly fireworks display, riding Space Mountain and so much more. This … Continue reading Dining at Cinderella’s Royal Table in Walt Disney World Florida
When on vacation the sun, beach and pool are calling your name. The last place you want to be? Stuck in front of a mirror trying to perfect your hair. I’m excited to share some of my favorite beach hairstyles. They’re super simple, work for most hair types and require minimum to no hair products or hair tools. Here are four of my favorite vacation hairstyles for ocean beach … Continue reading 4 of my favorite vacation hairstyles for ocean beach days and exploration
Nothing made me feel more New York than conquering the New York City subway trains. They’re so excitingly complicated, and I loved the challenge of it. While I don’t claim to be any subway expert–I did learn a lot about how to navigate them (sometimes the hard way) during my fall semester living in Manhattan. The subway trains are the most reasonable way to get … Continue reading 7 tips for navigating the New York City subway
I lived in New York City for 120 days, and I can’t even begin to tell you how fast it went by. Every day was so different, an adventure all on its own. It was magical. It was whimsical. A dream in itself. I’m still in awe of the diversity in its neighborhoods, streets and never ending concrete jungle. During my time on the East … Continue reading 7 things I learned about the city and myself while living in NYC
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