Packing For Los Angeles

Today I'm boarding a plane for the west coast, carry on in tow. I never, ever check a bag because I've had bad luck with losing luggage and being stranded clothes-less. It's a very traumatic experience, trust me.

I've only recently started packing my carry on methodically, though. Before, I would just stuff every cute outfit I owned into a bag and pray it would fit. Spoiler alert: it usually didn't.

Now, my game plan, inspired by A Pair & A Spare, involves 1) a color theme, 2) limiting the quantity of items and 3) bringing mix-and-match items. Only time will tell how my new method will keep me dressed through this next week. I'm hoping for magic with this one.

Back To Cali: Travel Diary

I'll be honest gals: this week back from L.A. has thrown me for an absolute loop. I think I've just settled back in. That doesn't mean I'm not missing the west coast, though. I'll be lusting over these images all weekend, from my beachside days to the strolls downtown.

Santa Monica Ferris Wheel

Beach Day at Hermosa Beach

I loved this house I spotted walking to the beach -- I need more yellow in my closet!

The Last Bookstore in DTLA -- look it up! New & vintage books and art!

I had lunch for one at Ace Hotel after my meeting with Living Doll L.A. 

Just about everywhere in California had fresh fruit stands -- this is at Echo Lake Park

Palms at Echo Lake Park

Lovely lunch at Lemonade -- some of the freshest food!

first two images Paula Young Photo

california love: a tour guide

As you're reading this, I'll be on a plane flying to the west coast. California to be exact! I'm so excited, I can't even! I reached out to the coolest Cali chick I know, @cookayemonster and asked her to make a must-see guide. 

This will be my first visit to California, so I'm going to be taking pictures of everything. Follow along for the Instagram overload @lululinden! Special thanks to Kaye for all of her amazing recommendations!