Education

The Wisdom of Roses

When I was a child, I spent hours tending to the roses that grew in our yard. I was fascinated by the way something so delicate could emerge from something so ordinary. The roses needed more than water and sunlight; they needed attention. I quickly learned that the goal of beautiful blooms was met with care for the entire plant.I recall kneeling beside the garden, gently pressing my fingers into the soil, pulling away weeds, checking the leaves, and ensuring the roots had what they needed to...

Education

Executive Function Skills Every College Student Needs

College success requires much more than intelligence, strong reading skills, or knowing how to take good notes. Students may arrive on campus academically capable and still struggle to keep up with assignments, manage their time, remember expectations, initiate difficult work, or recognize when they are falling behind.The difference is often executive function (EF).Executive functions are the cognitive and behavioral processes that help us manage ourselves and our actions in order to accomplish...

Shopping

Home Again

Elyse Walker returns to Pacific Palisades with a stunning new flagship, celebrating the next chapter of her remarkable story Article by Amanda Eberstein For twenty-five years, the corner of Antioch Street and Swarthmore in Pacific Palisades belonged to Elyse Walker. Not in the literal sense. The boutique expanded over time—one storefront became two, then three, eventually stretching nearly an entire block—but in the minds of generations of women, that corner became synonymous with her name. It...

Shopping

Community Effort

As Palisades Village reopens, beloved businesses and fresh faces are helping restore the heart of the neighborhood Article by Hannah Smith  Nineteen months after the Palisades Fire, Pacific Palisades has reached another major milestone in its recovery. With the reopening of Palisades Village, the neighborhood's walkable town center is once again welcoming residents and visitors with a thoughtful mix of luxury retailers, longtime favorites and exciting new options. More than the return of a...

Style + Beauty

The Perfect Fit 

Inspired by motherhood and built on community, Hannah Hale Redfern created Kilte, a luxury knitwear brand redefining effortless dressing  Article by Amanda Eberstein  | Photography by Dev Khalsa, Littlepage Studio and Mikey DeTemple When Hannah Hale Redfern became a mother, everything changed. After years working in finance and fashion, the westside resident suddenly found herself navigating a new reality: baby appointments, coffee meetings, errands and endless to-do lists, all while trying to...

Event Planning + Services

Something Beautiful

At NWLA Bridal, Nadia Williamson has created a jewel box boutique where extraordinary couture, heartfelt service and unforgettable moments come together Article by Amanda Eberstein | Photography by Carolina Korman For Nadia Williamson, every wedding dress tells a story—not just of exquisite craftsmanship or extraordinary design, but of family, celebration and one of the most meaningful days in a woman's life. That philosophy has shaped every detail of NWLA Bridal, the elegant Montana Avenue...

Life + Culture

My Town: Mallory Goldman

Article and Photography by For Mallory Goldman, great style starts with real life. The content creator, writer and founder of the Substack Catching Up has built a loyal following by sharing her approachable yet elevated fashion sense, honest storytelling and the everyday moments that resonate with readers everywhere. "I love helping women build wardrobes that feel effortless and wearable," Goldman says. "My goal has always been to make getting dressed feel less overwhelming and to create a...

Real Estate

Open Book 

Article and Photography by Before becoming one of Los Angeles' top luxury real estate agents with more than $1 billion in career sales, Shelton Wilder faced her share of obstacles and moments of uncertainty. Today, she's pulling back the curtain on that journey in Southern But Savage , a funny, heartfelt and deeply practical book that blends memoir with business advice for anyone building a career, brand or new beginning. Filled with personal stories, hard-earned lessons and actionable...

Food + Beverage

Local Catch

With a legacy rooted on the Santa Monica Pier, Greg and Yunnie Morena reinvent the neighborhood seafood shack with West Side Oyster Club  Article by Carole Dixon | Photography by Palm & Ocean It might be September, but if you've lived on the westside for any length of time, you know the "June gloom" marine layer can linger through much of the summer before a fall heat wave finally burns it away. And when the morning fog lifts, there's a new oceanfront dining destination serving buttery lobster...

Sports + Recreation

Game Changer

Through Children's Sports Academy, Coach Joel Cedeno is helping youngsters build confidence, resilience and a lifelong love of play Article by Hannah Smith On any given day across the westside, there's a good chance that a birthday party, sports camp, field day or school event is being led by Coach Joel Cedeno or a member of his team. Through his company, Children's Sports Academy (CSA), "Coach Joel," as he is affectionately known, has spent more than 13 years helping children move, play...