DIY Halloween Costume Idea || Zombie Wound Tutorial
To all my my procrastinators, budget-friendly recessionistas and/or Pinterest-savvy DIYers that still need to get a costume for Halloween, I’ve got you covered with this zombie make-up tutorial. Fake wounds are easy to create and customize, and the best part…
Why I Only Took a Dozen Photos at Burning Man
As many of you may know, I spent most of my August and September traveling. My October so far has consisted of readjusting to my NYC-life, so I apologize for my Burning Man posts not being as timely as I…
A Lesson in Perfection
Have you ever showed up to work and had someone ask you to do something that totally isn’t your style, only to have it turn out to be something you’re really proud of? I did hair for NYC-based photographer Lotus Josephine…
My Own Private Beach || Isla Icacos in Puerto Rico
As many of you know, I was in Puerto Rico for a quick trip over the summer (read the story on it here). My video on one of my favorite beaches in the world never made it onto my blog,…
A Carrie Bradshaw sort of day || Manhattan with Alvin Caban Photography
Just about every time I have a girlfriend book her tickets to come visit me in NYC, there’s {pretty, much always} a minor freakout that goes something along the lines of: “OMG, We’re going to be just like Carrie Bradshaw!!”…
A Ghosttown Photoshoot at the Salton Sea, California
When I first mentioned the Salton Sea to my friend Sinem and photographer Sinem Yazici, her eyes widened and she grabbed my hand. “We have to shoot there,” she announced. At the time, I encouraged the idea but never thought…
How To Plan a Quick Getaway To Puerto Rico
Last Wednesday was my fiance Devin’s birthday and, when I took him out to dinner that evening, I surprised him with roundtrip tickets to Puerto Rico! I gave him 24 hours to pack and we left very, very early on…
My New Favorite Brooklyn Shop
Smallhome is probably my favorite new Williamsburg shop — and that says a lot, since I live here. There are homemade and vintage items packed into every corner of the small store… From unique cards to intricate lighting for your apartment,…
Tips For Long, Healthy Hair
People think that they have to lay off color services or hot tools to have healthy hair. Guess what? You don’t. I promise that if you follow these tips for long, healthy hair, you’ll definitely see an improvement in your hair’s integrity. I…
Meet Julia Small, owner of smallhome || Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NYC
Smallhome is a new vintage and small-batch Williamsburg shop that opened just a few months ago. It’s in my neighborhood, so of course I had to check it out. I wandered in originally because of this beautiful trunk that was sitting just outside…
The Best DIY Hair Treatment for Damaged Hair
The warm weather is officially here, which means two things for your hair: sun and highlights! I love a good sun-kissed glow — the only drawback is the damage it brings to your hair. Never fear, I have the best DIY…
An Afternoon in Puerto Jimenez, Costa Rica
Ever since I was a kid, Costa Rica has always been on my dream list of countries to visit. Last year when I graduated, I took a somewhat impromptu trip to the country to celebrate earning my bachelor’s. I went to…
Brooklyn Sunsets by Kelley Louise
In my mind, April has always been the month where good weather seems guaranteed in NYC. Unfortunately, this year’s never-ending winter has proven me wrong and I’m definitely still hanging onto my SoCal roots and naive view of the weather….
A Glimpse into a Nicaraguan Home by Kelley Louise
It’s not all the time that I get to sit down and tell someone the story behind a photograph; usually I post all my photos in a group post or album and it’s only if someone asks that I get…
Pousada Fun in Cumbuco, Brazil by Kelley Louise
I just got back from my two-week trip to Brazil and my schedule’s been pretty non-stop so I haven’t had many updates… but I did want to share this quick video I put together using some footage from Cumbuco, a…
Packing Essentials + Tips by Kelley Louise
As a female traveler, I have two main goals when packing my suitcase: 1) bring as many things (okay, it’s usually outfits) as I need to feel adequately prepared and 2) pack as lightly as possible so I can actually…
The Beginner’s Guide to Trying New Thai Food at Pok Pok || Brooklyn, NY
Pok Pok is one of my favorite Thai restaurants in my home turf, Brooklyn. It’s somewhat of a trek from the nearest subway stop, but it’s definitely worth the hike. The menu can sometimes be a little overwhelming, so I’ve…
Adventure Food: Sangkhaya Thurian at Pok Pok || Brooklyn, NY
I recently ate dinner at the Brooklyn location of Pok Pok, one of my favorite (if not my absolute favorite) Thai restaurants. I’ll have a new video for you guys soon, but for now, I couldn’t resist sharing this dessert: This…
Dominica Challenge!
So this morning, I woke up to a bleak view of a cold gray city covered with dirty snow outside of my apartment and a forecast that only shines as a graphic. I love you, NYC, but this whole never-ending winter…
New Favorite: Recessionista Friendly Make-Up Remover
There are some beauty essentials that every girl needs, and make-up remover is definitely one of them. I bet most of you ladies are nodding along when I take a wild guess and say you use this product: I love…