Category: Travel

I wanted to share a couple highlights from my trip to Austin this weekend. We stayed at the Colton House and I loved walking down Congress Street which is full of cute shops and restaurants. We stopped at The Salty for iced tea and donuts, Two Hands, Tiny Boxwoods, Terry Black’s BBQ for lunch, and Uchi for dinner (so good!). I found a cute Levi jumpsuit, Alex Mill cotton l/s cotton polo, and I really liked this Alex Mill coat. I did a run through of Sezane and scouted a great cotton sweater, reasonably priced suede and leather boot, and trousers. By George had a beautiful Wandler crossbody bag and Autry sneakers. Tevcova was packed with people shopping for cowboy boots, I happen to love the Jamie boot in suede. Lastly I stopped into Maufrais a custom cowboy hat store. You can spend hours in there my friend designed the most beautiful hat!

Things that arrived this week that I love – Quince V Neck Cashmere Sweater // Quince Leather Blazer // Jeanerica Raw Denim St. Monica Full Length Jean (great dressy jean) // J. Crew Cashmere Tank // J. Crew Lace Tank

Have a great week everyone!

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Julie

I just got back from three nights in Los Olivos. It was my first time staying at The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern. It’s a charming boutique hotel with an equestrian feel and a farmhouse modern twist. The rooms are beautifully decorated and so comfortable. The front porch with a swing and back patio just add to the charm. It’s only a short walk to town where you can take advantage of the many tasting rooms (Stolpman, Four Brothers, Carthartt, & Bodega Los Alamos) cute shops, and restaurants. We had some incredible meals while we were there. We had lunch at Bell’s, dinner at S.Y. Kitchen, Mattei’s Tavern, and Bar Le Cote. For only being a two hour drive from Los Angeles it really feels like you are on vacation.

Packing List

1. Buck Mason Cotton Slip Dress, $168 If you order, the belt is tied in the back which creates a waist on this dress.
2. Jenni Kayne Cotton Sweater, $325 Current favorite cotton pullover.
3. Lake Poplin Pajamas, $136 The rooms were chilly with the air-conditioning so I was happy to have these jammies.
4. AGOLDE Parker Denim Short, $148 Favorite jean shorts.
5. Valentino Roman Stud Sandal, $920 More sizing here.
6. Ulla Johnson Playsuit, $176 Last season, found it at The Outnet.
7. Reformation Linen Sleeveless Mini, $148 Great for a warm weather trip.
8. Waterproof Birkenstock Eva, $49.95 Comfy.
9. Hillhouse Nap Dress, $150 Makes a cute breakfast dress and cover-up.
10. Buck Mason Soft Spun Cotton Cardigan, $228 Love this cardigan.
11. Tecova Annie Cowgirl Boot, $345 I definitely recommend packing a pair of cowboy boots if the weather permits.
12. French Market Mesh Tote Bag, $23.95 Pack of 4.

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Julie

I’m just returning from NYC where I ate, drank, walked, and shopped! Here’s what I saw fashion wise. There were a ton of trench coats (short & long), long wool coats with hoodies and sweats, lugged sole boots and loafers, adidas sambas/gazelles, embroidered baseball caps, and cropped wide leg jeans with peekaboo socks.

Above picture – Gucci x Adidas Loafer

NYC Restaurants I loved on our trip.

1. Thai Diner – favorite meal of the trip!
2. Nami Nori – second favorite meal of the trip.
3. Via Carota and you can have drinks at Bar Pisellino while you wait for your table.
4. Blue Ribbon Sushi on Sullivan St., the original location is the best!
5. Katz’s
6. Russ & Daughters
7. Marks on Madison for lunch.
8. La Cabra on Lafayette for coffee.
9. William Greenberg Bakery for a black & white cookie.
10. Super Moon Bakehouse
11. Butterfield Market – coffee & Arnold Palmer UES.
12. Levain Bakery for a cookie.

We stayed at The Ludlow on the LES, they have a double room that’s perfect for a family of 4.

I spent two nights in Boston as well, some restaurants I loved from our trip.

1. Row 34 classic Boston seafood spot, loved!
2. Raffles Blind Duck – beautiful speakeasy in the Raffles Hotel, excellent cocktails.
3. Mike’s for cannolis.
4. Tatte for midway snack.
5. Paramount for breakfast.

We stayed at The Whitney Hotel in Beacon Hill and loved it.

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Julie

I am just returning from a girls trip to Costa Rica. It was my first time there and what a beautiful country! Here’s what made it into my Away Carry-On.

1. Ulla Johnson Arlo Playsuit On sale, I love a jumpsuit.
2. Zimmermann Devi Wrap Dress
3. Gucci Pool Slides
4. Valentino Roman Stud Sandal If you want to limit the amount of shoes you take on a beach vacay these are perfect because they match everything.
5. Summersalt Ruffle Blackflip Swimsuit Extremely flattering swimsuit.
6. J. Crew Ruffle V Neck Swimsuit Also really flattering.
7. J. Crew Long Stripe Linen Cotton Beach Shirt
8. Target Short Sleeve Pajama Set We all wore matching pajamas, these are amazing Eberjey look for less!
9. Aviator Nation White Sweatshirt Perfect for the plane, warm and cozy.
10. Il Bisonte Clutch
11. Reformation Jesse Linen Dress
12. White Big Buckle Arizona Birkenstocks
13. Celine 3 Dot Sunglasses
14. H&M White Linen Pant
15. Kule Malibu Lightweight Stripe Tee
16. Soludos Nautical Stripe Espadrille
17. Cloud White Frost Running Sneaker

Good morning everyone, many of you asked for me to share my itinerary from our recent trip to Spain. Here are some highlights from our trip. The majority of our time was spent in the Balearic Islands.

Barcelona: 3 nights (2 were travel days) Stayed: Sir Victor location was great and I loved the rooftop and common areas, rooms could use some sprucing. Dined: Bar Canete // Batea // Lluritu // Botafumeiro // Saw: La Sagrada Familia // Casa Batllo // La Pedrera // La Boqueria Market // Walked all around the city.

Mallorca: 2 nights Stayed : Possada Terra Santa boutique hotel in Palma Old Town Dined: Osteria de Planca Sant Francesc // Tree House for Drinks // Mallorca Delicatessen (cutest cafe) Saw: Rented a car and drove to Soller and Deia for the day // Palma Cathedral // Walked around Old Town Palma and the Marina.

Menorca: 4 nights Stayed: Torralbenc our favorite hotel on the trip. It’s a beautiful hotel on a winery with stunning views and impeccable grounds. Dined: Cap Roig // Casa Nova (casual pizza in Mahon) //Bar Restaurante Es Passeig Cala Galdana (lunch by the beach) Nibs Healthy Bar (Ciutadella) // Bodegas Binifadet (beautiful setting at a winery) // Cova d’en Xoroi for drinks (stunning cave bar on a cliff a must!) Saw: Explored Ciutadella gorgeous town // Mahon, the port town // Beaches : Sant Tomas (hike & beach time) // Cala Galdana // Cala Macarella (hike to this beach) // Cala Mitjana // Arenel d’en Castell.

Ibiza: 3 nights Stayed: Ca Na Xica Dined: Nagai (hip Japanese restaurant near the hotel in Carretera a Sant Joan) // La Luna Nell Orto (one of our favorite meals on the trip) // El Chiringuito (great lunch at beach club) // Calla Bassa (lunch at beach club) // Polen Eco (cutest health food store in Sant Gertrudis) // Beaches: Cala D’Hort // Calla Bassa // Saw : Old Town Ibiza // Walked around Sant Gertrudis // Explored beaches // Relaxed by the hotel pool.

Packing List – we all packed really light since we took so many flights and moved around a lot.

Packed – Away Bigger Carry-On // Custom Longchamp Plague Bag // Mark & Graham Clear Cosmetic Case

Dresses // Reformation Linen Mini // Mille Kiki Dress // Vince Slip Dress // Saloni Maxi // J. Crew Button Down Dress // Natalie Martin Isobel Dress // 2 Zimmerman Dresses from previous season.

Bottoms // AYR Short // Linen Pants // Last Season AYR Stripe Pant (similar here) // CRZ Workout Shorts

Swimsuits // J. Crew Bikini Top & Bottom // J. Crew One Piece

Shoes // Arizona Birkenstocks // Arizona Eva // Valentino Slides // Golden Goose // Hoka Sneakers (I saw someone wearing these in the airport and they take up less space and can be fashion and workout).

Tops // Linen Button Down // White T-Shirt // Aviator Crew Sweatshirt // Kule Stripe Sweater // Cotton White Button Down // Cream Linen Blazer // Lululemon Workout Shirt

Accessories // Leatherology Bag // Celine Sunglasses // Janessa Leone Packable Hat // Chantelle Undies (they dry really fast if you wash them in the sink)

When I pack for a trip all the items in my suitcase must have multiple uses, case in point this Natalie Martin Isobel dress (also like this mini) that I have worn as a cover-up or a daytime dress. The above organic cotton white button-down I have been wearing over a swimsuit or with white linen pants. Lastly, my waterproof Ava Birkenstocks I walked 16k steps in are also great for the pool and beach (especially a rocky beach).

Above Outfit

1st picture – Natalie Martin Dress (print is a from previous season)

2nd picture – White Button Down // J. Crew Bikini Top // Bottom

3rd picture – Natalie Martin Dress // Birkenstock Eva // Baggu backpack (mine is old linking the current version)

4th picture – White Linen Shirt // White Linen Pants

Have a great weekend everyone!

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Julie

I’m just returning from another trip to Punta Mita. We stayed at Hacienda de Mita again which I love! The 3 bedroom condo comes with a concierge service, breakfast each morning, a golf cart, and access to all the beach clubs. We had drinks at St. Regis, lunch at Pacifico Beach club (the best octopus tostada), dinner at Mina and La Rustico. We played pickleball in the mornings, took several long walks, and went to the pool and several beach clubs. It was the perfect Spring Break get away.

Packing List

1. Kule Modern Long Sleeve Top // Cream Chino’s // Golden Goose Airport outfit.
2. SZ Blockprints Jaipur Dress
3. J. Crew Ruffle Bathing Suit
4. Mille Kika Dress
5. Zimmermann Linen Mini Dress
6. Green Bottega Flat Pouch Similar to the one I have.
7. Straw Basket
8. Valentino Green Rockstud Sandals
9. Gucci Pool Slides
10. A.L.C. Carey Printed Mini additional sizing here.
11. Dolce Vita Heeled Sandal Gianvito Rossi look for less.
12. Celine Sunglasses
13. Longchamp Personalized Carry On Bag The best travel bag, you can fit so much in it.
14. Longchamp Knit Shoulder Bag Great beach bag that doesn’t take up a lot of space in your suitcase.
15. Aviator Nation Sweatshirt I always bring an AV sweatshirt on the plane because it’s cozy and warm.

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I’ve got the LA to NYC weekend trip down to a science. I take the Thursday night red eye arriving in NYC in the morning. I pack my Ursa Major wipes and do a face cleanse in the taxi on the way into the city. I apply a little make-up and I’m ready for the day. I drop my luggage off at the hotel and hit the ground running. This itinerary allows me to have two full days and time for Sunday brunch before heading home and having dinner with my family in LA. We stayed at the Soho Grand this time around which I really liked. The location is great and there’s quite a scene at night if you’re into that.

Now onto fashion, here are somethings I noticed while strolling the streets of NYC. The Acne scarf is everywhere along with the Toteme scarf coat, platform Uggs, oversized leather jackets (like below also like this & this), camel overcoats, and the chocolate North Face Nuptse. I stopped into Catbird to get zapped for a permanent bracelet. I also went into Loeffler Randall to check out these raffia Maryjane’s and woven Leonie ballet flats. Lastly, it was Sezane to scope out the Sezane x Sea collection (saw this cute top) and the Polene boutique where I spotted this chic bag.

Food highlights – Lunch at Pastis (the chicken Paillard was so good along with the people watching), sushi at Bond St. (Blue Ribbon on Sullivan is still my fave), lox & bagel at Sadelle’s, slice of pizza at Upside in Nolita, and a Levain Bakery chocolate chip cookie.

Have a great week everyone!

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Julie

I am just returning from a long weekend in Punta Mita celebrating a friend’s birthday. It was my first time staying at Hacienda de Mita, a really nice condo complex with beautiful ocean views and access to several different beach clubs. Each condo comes with a golf cart so you can cruise around the area. We had lunch at Kupuri Beach Club, Pacifico Beach Club, and Dos Caminos at the Four Seasons. We had dinner at Sufi, Si Sushi, and Mina, all delicious. A quick, fun, and easy getaway from Los Angeles.

I had requests to share my packing list, below is what I packed or similar items in my Away Bigger Carry-On (check out the limited edition pink color way) and My Pliage Signature Longchamp Bag (I always get compliments on this bag at the airport).

Packing List

1. Ulla Johnson Olina Dress, $455 or Ulla Johnson Puff Sleeve Midi, $417 similar to above, on sale. First picture.
2. Mille Kiki Dress, $197 Comfortable cotton mini. Second picture.
3. Ulla Johnson Amira Tie Belt Cotton Dress, $232 Can be worn on or off the shoulder. Third picture.
4. Hill House Ellie Nap Dress, $150 The cotton Nap dress makes a nice cover-up. I also love the plaid Nap Dress for the holidays.
5. Lemlem Lena Cover-Up, $173 On sale.
6. Natalie Martin Silk Mini, $199 Cover-up or comfortable nightgown which is what I packed it for.
7. Kule Lennon Cotton Sweater, $168 Thin cotton sweater.
8. Saint James Nautical Stripe Top, $109 I always bring a nautical stripe top.
9. Mother Cream Rascal Ankle Fray, $198
10. Gucci Loafer, $920 I like to wear a closed toe shoe on the plane.
11. Ayede Olga Heeled Sandal, $345 I wore these every night the nude matches everything. I also love the Elise which looks just like the Row Bare but for less.
12. Pink Patent Birkenstock Arizona, $85
13. Beatrice Valenzuela Slides Mushroom, $278
14. Janessa Leone Packable Hat, $260 The best!
15. Leatherology Camera Bag with a Woven Salt Strap This is a great travel bag because it has several zip closure compartments.
16. Aviator Nation 5 Stripe Hoodie, $198 I threw this into my carry-on at the last min and I was glad I did because it was freezing on the airplane and in the condo when the A/C was running.

Undergarments – Sticky Bra Cups // Spanx Lace Hipster Underwear // Chantelle Stretch Thong

Jewelry – I went with big chandelier earrings similar to these, these, and these.