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Established California is a California lifestyle website and community where people can come together to share their journey of the pursuit of a Golden State of Mind. We believe no matter where you call home, you should: Be Established. Love Life. Live California.
We love collaborating with all kinds of artists. This beautiful illustration was created by Valentina Di Blase specifically for Issue 2 of estCA Magazine, which was themed “Movement”
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We weeded through the trends we know you will never wear, and found some fresh and exciting fashion looks with some classics returning for Spring 2022. Take a look at 3 of the best Spring 2022 fashion trends for women that you will want to wear!
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The idea of flow and movement always relates to some sort of natural magic.
It is the breaking of a stale ideas, position, mindset or energy.
Movement is fleeting energy in motion.
There is nothing I enjoy more in a salad than roasted pumpkin. It adds heartiness sans meat, sweetness without going overboard, and a caramelized quality that makes me feel at home. Whether you are craving a heartier, more comforting salad for fall or dreaming of the crisp brightness of spring, this salad meets you exactly where you are at.
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Image Benigno Hoyuela
Dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin and endorphins are the quartet responsible for our happiness. Many events can trigger these neurotransmitters, but rather than being in the passenger seat, there are ways we can intentionally cause them to flow.
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Be still my heart!
There are just some things that exist on the internet that are meant to make our heart smile. So when we stumbled across these beach-going, water-loving, barrel-rolling pups - we just had to share them with you.
Surf’s Up, buddy!
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Photo via The Teacher Diva
It's official, ready or not its time for the holiday season. Check out our favorite looks for this holiday season to help give you that extra boost of confidence while you go werk that room!
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There are many ways you can repurpose a timber pallet into something functional and stylish for your home or garden and you don't need any carpentry skills to do so because it's SO easy.
This DIY pallet plant hanger can be put together in a matter of minutes and will completely transform a blank wall, fence or courtyard corner into a vertical garden.
Grow herbs and edible flowers for the ultimate kitchen garden or keep it low-maintenance with succulents and fast growing trailing plants - the options are endless.
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Have you heard of sustainable living? Many of us are seeking a simple life where we minimize our impact on Mother Earth.
Sustainable living may sound challenging at first, but it’s surprisingly easy, even for beginners. It doesn’t mean giving up every luxury or comfort in your life. It’s really about making simple changes and adjustments.
If you’re wondering about sustainable living or thinking of giving it a shot, here’s what you need to know about the movement, along with easy ideas of sustainable living for beginners.
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Images by Andrea Bemis
With Thanksgiving and the holidays quickly approaching, I was on the hunt for a great holiday cocktail that puts me in the spirit. With just a little apple cider and a little bubbly.. you have perfection.
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Fall is in the air and that means our skin is getting drier by the minute. It's time to add a little something extra to your beauty regime without the hassle of spending money on overly expensive products. At home, do-it-yourself au natural remedies are a perfect solutions and turns out that herbs, spices and food can do more than create a tasty dish!
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Our pets are our family. They have distinct personalities and quirks. It’s like you know exactly what they are saying to you when they look up at you, from the end of the couch, after an afternoon nap , right? Well, guest editor, Becca Kufrin is giving us a glimpse into the new Los Angeles life of her Corgi, Minno, this week - sploot photos and all.
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I’m the go-to girl for a good charcuterie board at any party or picnic, and if there was an Olympics competition for snack preparation and eating, then I’d take the gold medal. This week I’m sharing some of my favorite things, and what you’ll find if you looked in my pantry.
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Photo by Roberto Nickson
Complete this sentence…. “You know you’re from California when… “
We’re sharing some of our favorite California-isms. What’s yours?
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Photo by David Lezcano
COVID has been challenging on many levels - from unemployment to depression - we’ve all had to adjust in different ways and one thing is for sure, we’re all staying at home a lot more than we’d like.
So it got us thinking.. How do you beat the COVID funk when it hits? We asked the #estcalifornia community and pulled together some of our favorite suggestions.
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Image by Simon Maage
In 2020, it's safe to say that most of us rely pretty heavily on the digital world, right? For better or for worse, nearly everyone is at your fingertips via email or texting, and most folks offer a peek into their everyday personal lives via social media networks like Facebook, Instagram or TikTok.
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We love fresh juices. Whether we are making our own or grabbing one to go at our local Whole Foods, it’s been proven that juicing can really help makes us feel our best. From fighting off a cold to looking for a mental boost to get through the day, we compiled our favorite juice combinations so you can try one every day this week.
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Five Tips for a Successful Relationship… with Succulents. Photo by Orlova Maria
Where do I begin with my love affair of succulents? They are one of the best relationships to have. It’s a low maintenance relationship, requiring very little attention.
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Joelle from Le Petite Noob is sharing her favorite ways to wear a headscarf. Scarves are the perfect addition to any outfit while we transition from summer to fall; the weather is cooling down, we are starting to add layers to our outfits so the addition of a silk scarf tied to your hair can turn even a basic jeans and t-shirt into something special. So, which one is your favorite?
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If you’ve ever been to a place like Venice Beach or Palm Springs, you’ll easily notice how stylish homes are. We’ve perfected a unique style of luxe, yet laid-back with a touch of modern vibes. It’s a style that inspires rooms all over the world, so when we stumbled across this room in Byron Bay at the Barefoot Bay Villa we instantly felt at home.
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