Neon signs and disco balls. Mirrored walls and framed photos of celebrity clients. Hiding on 4th Street in Santa Monica is John Cassese's dance studio, The Dance Doctor. It's reminiscent of all your favorite New York dance films: Fame, West Side Story, Saturday Night Fever.
Read MoreOne of our favorite spas, nitespa, has launched spaKarma, a beauty program throughout the month of December designed to give back: SpaKarma.
Read MoreThe one booth you must hit at the Melrose Trading Post.
Read MoreWhy do men hate shopping so much? They say they just don't care... but perhaps there is a remedy to this fashion malaise. A custom suit.
Read MoreBe transported from your bustling city life to the peaceful french countryside without stepping onto a plane.
Read MoreThe classic gift buying dilemma: You want to make a purchase that is impressive but won't break your wallet. The answer is something small, unique and totally chocolatey.
Read MoreThis isn't your typical vintage shopping experience. A trip to Shareen Vintage is more of an adventure to find fashion treasures. But remember, no boys allowed!
Read MoreThe most accessible way to travel the world.
Read MoreThe day-to-day calls of life can get you stuck in the same routine. You need a vacation, a retreat, to nourish your soul and creativity. We propose a day at the botanical gardens at The Huntington Library.
Read MoreHave your very own Midnight In Paris...but in LA!
Read MoreThe Last Bookstore, a literal labyrinth where you can get lost in the fantasies of your childhood.
Read MoreBack in the 1930's and 40's, half of America's motion picture production actually took place in Culver City. So it's no wonder that the Culver Hotel is full of fascinating "Hollywood" history.
Read MoreOur favorite pie shop.
Read MoreMarilyn Monroe, Gregory Peck and James Dean. Call them the old folks of old focals. Classic movie stars that famously wore specs. After 50 years, where did all those styles go?
Read MoreIt's a proposition that is a little more country than us cityfolk are used to... but the idea of jumping off of rocks into a hidden swimming hole does tickle some unfulfilled childhood fantasies.
Read More"Whimsical" and "elegant" typically aren't the words you would use to describe a restaurant inspired by the cowboy lifestyle, but imagine what that would be like...
Read MoreThere is a hidden roller coaster in Brentwood.
Read MoreThis shop went from hidden gem to major player when it comes to hat shops. Still it maintains it's charming vibe. Get out of the sun and protect that precious skin.
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