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Live Tinted and Ulta Beauty Illuminate Los Angeles with a Star-Studded Diwali Celebration
All Photo Credits: Photographer Yash Singh & Mary Nevezhyna for Ulta Beauty An extraordinary evening of beauty, fashion, and culture brought Hollywood together to celebrate South Asian heritage, inclusivity, and the power of representation. Los Angeles was filled with color, culture, and celebration as Live Tinted and Ulta Beauty joined forces for one of the beauty industry’s largest Diwali celebrations. Bringing together some of the most recognizable names in entertainment,

Jessica Hall
15 minutes ago


Love, Trust & a Little Baggage by Candidly Kim
An Honest Conversation About Relationships, Insecurity, and Learning to Love Differently BY KIMBERLY HREZO | MONTHLY COLUMN Hi, I’m Kimberly Hrezo, and I’m thrilled to welcome you to my new column in LA Living Magazine. Each month, we’ll explore the beautiful, complicated, sometimes messy world of relationships. We’re talking love, sex, trust, intimacy, communication, insecurities, and yes, all that emotional baggage we tend to bring along for the ride. Most importantly, we

Kimberly Hrezo
5 hours ago


Tom and Adriana Milana: A Family Mission to Change Men’s Health
From a frightening diagnosis to a growing national network, Man Cave Health is making prevention more approachable and support more personal. In 2016, Tom Milana went for a routine blood test feeling perfectly well. Nothing hurt. Nothing seemed out of place. Yet an elevated prostate-specific antigen (PSA) result led to a prostate cancer diagnosis and surgery. Ten years later, the experience still shapes his life, and the lives of men he may never meet. “I often think about ho

Bill Bakho
17 hours ago


Westlake Village Inn: A European-Inspired Escape in the Heart of Southern California
Photos Courtesy of Westlake Village Inn Romance, relaxation, exceptional dining, and a touch of European elegance come together at one of Southern California’s most enchanting luxury hideaways. There is something undeniably magical about discovering a destination that makes you feel as though you have traveled thousands of miles without ever boarding a plane. Hidden among the rolling hills of the Conejo Valley, just outside the bustle of Los Angeles, Westlake Village Inn is e

Bill Bakho
4 days ago


The Blue Jacket Fashion Show Brings Hollywood Glamour and a Powerful Message to Los Angeles
Photos Courtsey An unforgettable evening at W Hollywood united celebrities, fashion designers, professional athletes, media executives, and leading medical experts for a stylish celebration of prostate cancer awareness. Los Angeles knows how to put on a show, but when Hollywood glamour meets a meaningful cause, the evening becomes something truly special. On September 29, 2026, the iconic W Hollywood transformed into a fashionable gathering of entertainment, style, and philan

Bill Bakho
6 days ago


Manly Handz: Bringing a New Touch of Luxury to Los Angeles Events
Where relaxation, wellness, and unforgettable experiences come together. Los Angeles is a city known for its incredible events, luxury experiences, and creative ways to entertain. But when it comes to creating something truly memorable, the unexpected touches often leave the biggest impression. That’s exactly what Manly Handz brings to the Los Angeles event scene: a refreshing approach to relaxation, wellness, and entertainment. Founded by Lonnie, Shawn, and Eddie, Manly Hand

LLM Staff Writer
6 days ago


Tower 28 Comes Home to Venice: The Beauty Brand Redefining Community, Connection, and the In-Person Experience
From its first-ever pop-up to a playful collaboration with JELL-O, the Los Angeles-born beauty brand is returning to its roots with a fresh perspective on what it means to build a brand beyond the beauty aisle. In an industry where beauty launches are often measured by product sales, viral moments, and social media impressions, one Los Angeles-born brand is taking a refreshingly different approach. Tower 28, the beloved, sensitive-skin-friendly beauty company founded by entre

LLM Staff Writer
Oct 9


Kohanaiki: A Different Kind of Members Club for the Island Lovers
In recent years, members-only clubs have become the ultimate marker of modern luxury. From Soho House outposts around the world to private clubs tucked into some of the most coveted destinations, travelers are increasingly drawn to places that offer more than exclusivity; they offer belonging. On the sun-drenched Kona Coast of Hawaii’s Big Island, Kohanaiki takes that concept to a new level. Part private club, part residential community, and part island escape, this 450-acre

Jasmine Dustin
Oct 5


Hollywood Grooming Celebrates 25 Years of Making Shelter Pets Shine
Photo Credits: Lenn M. for Hollywood Grooming The celebrity-loved Los Angeles grooming company marked a major milestone by celebrating 25 years in business and the thousands of shelter animals whose lives have been changed along the way. In Los Angeles, where a little transformation can open an entirely new door, Hollywood Grooming is proving the same is true for our four-legged friends. Last week, I was lucky enough to attend Hollywood Grooming’s 25th Anniversary celebration

LLM Staff Writer
Oct 1


ECOLUXE Endless Summer Festival Celebrates Emmy 2026 Week With Luxury, Wellness and Purpose
All Photos - Getty Images for Debbie Durkin - Jesse Kove of Cobra Kai Debbie Durkin’s annual Beverly Hills gathering brought together Hollywood, emerging brands, wellness experiences and animal rescue for an afternoon celebrating the spirit of Los Angeles. As Hollywood gathered for one of television’s biggest weeks of the year, acclaimed producer Debbie Durkin welcomed an eclectic mix of entertainment insiders, actors, athletes and tastemakers to her annual ECOLUXE Endless Su

Bill Bakho
Sep 12


LA Living Magazine Celebrates August Cover Star Eric Winter With an Unforgettable Night at STK Los Angeles
Eric Winter Some nights perfectly capture what LA Living Magazine is all about: great people, incredible food, meaningful connections, and the unmistakable energy of Los Angeles. Our August cover celebration honoring Eric Winter was exactly that. LA Living Magazine welcomed approximately 70 guests to STK Los Angeles in Westwood for an intimate yet energetic evening celebrating Winter and his August cover. In the heart of Westwood Village, STK provided the perfect backdrop: e

LLM Staff Writer
Sep 6


Finding Strength Through Grit and Gratitude: How One Woman Is Redefining Wellness From the Inside Out
Photo credit: Steil Image Studios @steilimagestudios In an industry often focused on appearances, Grit + Gratitude is built on something much deeper: resilience, purpose, and human connection. Founder Ashley Howard has created more than a fitness studio; she has built a movement rooted in the belief that true wellness happens when physical strength, mental clarity, and heartfelt community come together. With the opening of a beautiful new Marina del Rey studio and exciting

LLM Staff Writer
Aug 27


Bay Cities at 70: The Power of Ownership, Innovation, and a Legacy Built to Last
For nearly seven decades, Bay Cities has quietly helped shape the products consumers see on store shelves and the packages arriving on doorsteps every day. While many recognize the company for its award-winning packaging and retail displays, Bay Cities has evolved into something far greater than a packaging manufacturer. Today, it is a design studio, technology innovator, logistics partner, retail display solutions provider, and one of the nation's leading employee-owned pac

LLM Staff Writer
Jul 15


Kelly Vlahakis-Hanks: A Legacy of Love: How Kelly Vlahakis-Hanks Is Redefining Leadership Through Purpose, Family, and the Pursuit of a Better World
Some companies are built to generate profits. Others are built to create purpose. For Kelly Vlahakis-Hanks, President and CEO of ECOS, success has never been measured solely by revenue, market share, or corporate growth. It has always been measured by something far more meaningful: the lives a business can improve. That philosophy did not begin in a boardroom. It began at home. Kelly grew up watching her father, Van Vlahakis, build what would become one of America's most resp

Bill Bakho
Jul 13


Tractor Beverage Company: Growing a Business With Purpose, From the Soil Up
Photos courtesy of Tractor In today's business landscape, growth is often measured by market share, revenue, and expansion. For Tractor Beverage Company, success has always been measured a little differently. Founded by Griffin Barkley and Justin Schneir, Tractor was built on the belief that businesses can be both profitable and purposeful. More than a decade after launching the nation's first certified organic beverage company for foodservice, that philosophy remains central

Bill Bakho
Jun 23


Father's Day is around the corner. Get him something he will love
If there’s one thing about my family, it’s that we’re always on the go. Between school activities, busy workdays, and the constant rush of getting everyone out the door, it can be hard to find a moment to reset. That’s why I love HARA Home’s ritual-based candles, which offer a simple six-step practice designed to help you set an intention and create a sense of calm. My favorite is the Shinrin-Yoku candle, inspired by the Japanese practice of forest bathing, with notes of deep

Jessica Hall
Jun 16


A Mindful Beginning: How Liberté Chan Is Redefining Wellness for Families Through Mindful Minis
In a world where children’s programming often leans loud, fast-paced, and overstimulating, one Los Angeles mother is creating something intentionally different: a softer, slower, and more meaningful space for young minds to grow. Enter Mindful Minis, a beautifully curated yoga and mindfulness series designed for toddlers and young children to enjoy independently or alongside a parent. Thoughtfully created by Liberté Chan, the series blends movement, mindfulness, emotional awa

Jessica Hall
Jun 9


Heidi Powell: Redefining Wellness, Resilience, and the Modern Woman
Photo Credits - ericaandjon.com - IG @ericaandjon In a culture obsessed with quick fixes and curated perfection, Heidi Powell has built something far more meaningful: a life and career rooted in transformation from the inside out. Equal parts powerhouse entrepreneur, devoted mother, wellness advocate, and inspiring voice for women navigating life’s most difficult chapters, Heidi has become one of the most influential figures in the modern wellness space not because she claims

LLM Staff Writer
Jun 8


Masterpiece Golf x Tarte Cosmetics: Inside The First Ever Beauty and Golf Apparel Collaboration
Image Credits: Masterpiece Sports Club Some of the most interesting shifts in culture don’t announce themselves, they show up in collaborations people didn’t see coming. Beauty and golf wasn’t an obvious pairing…..Until it was! At first glance, a partnership between Tarte Cosmetics and Masterpiece Golf might feel unexpected. But looking closer, it becomes clear this isn’t just about product or branding. It’s about something bigger: signaling who gets to exist in certain space

Jessica Campbell
May 20


A Mother’s Day Celebration Rooted in Mindfulness, Community, and Connection
There are some afternoons that stay with you long after they end, and our Mother’s Day May cover celebration was truly one of them. To celebrate the release of our special Mother’s Day issue featuring the inspiring Michelle Maros and Barb Schmidt, we gathered alongside an incredible group of women for the most beautiful and intentional brunch at the breathtaking Westlake Village Inn. From the moment guests arrived, the setting itself created the perfect atmosphere for connect

Jessica Hall
May 19
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