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Publisher's Picks: Fall Style

Shop local for these five essential favorites for the season. Article by Atira Rodriguez 1 - Fond Sweatshirt, Rachel Comey, $275 Classic crewneck featuring drop shoulders, cropped sleeves, and raw edges for an effortless athleisure style. Shop at burkemercantile.com. 2 - Cropped Moto Jacket, Stoosh, $79 Vintage black wash vegan leather moto with cropped fit and on-trend statement belt. Available at City Lights Streetwear, 5243 E. 2nd St. 3 - A-Line Pencil Skirt, SPRWMN, $325 ...

Style + Beauty

The Glamorous Realtor

How Shana Giles Blends Style, Service and Heart with Her Real Estate Business Article by Kat Schuster | Photography by Stephanie Perez For Shana Giles, real estate is more than a transaction, it’s a deeply personal experience that has been shaped by her commitment to community, passion for design and her lifelong roots in Long Beach. “Real estate is not just about selling homes. I'm really big on creating an experience,” Giles said. “I always believe that presentation matters, whether it’s...

Food + Beverage

A Mexican Dreamscape In East Long Beach

Luna Bistro & Cafe blends Mexican fusion with ethereal design — part desert retreat, part retro-futurist lounge. Article by Kat Schuster | Photography by Atira Rodriguez The juxtaposition of walking into LUNA Bistro & Cafe from an otherwise ordinary strip mall across from Cal State Long Beach is jarring — in the best way. East Long Beach’s newest Mexican fusion restaurant is a transportive experience. Before you’re ever sipping on a Berry Spritz or savoring the citric splendor of the Ceviche...

Professional Services

Tailored Roots

Evolving An Alterations Shop Into A Holistic Style Haven Article by Kat Schuster | Photography by Atira Rodriguez Christina Johnson and her sister grew up among spools of thread, the hum of sewing machines and the gentle bustle of customers coming through her family’s tailoring shop. Before she was old enough to work there (officially), she was already folding fabric scraps and organizing thread. “We were babysat in the store,” she said. “I think I was about seven when they started having me...

Home + Design

Long Beach Architecture Guide

Five distinctive home styles that define our city's rich architectural heritage Article by Jennifer Morehouse | Photography by Atira Rodriguez and Tyler Hogan Long Beach is a city with a rich architectural history showcasing architectural vernaculars from Gothic Revival to Mid-Century Modern and English Tudor. Here are five popular home styles you'll find throughout the city, along with their key characteristics and where to spot them. Cliff May Rancho Developed between 1953 and 1954 by...

Local Services

Long Beach Gives

Building Community and Making an Impact Through Collective Giving Article by Atira Rodriguez | Photography by Long Beach Gives and Atira Rodriguez What started as a graduate school project has blossomed into Long Beach's most impactful annual giving campaign.  Long Beach Gives, now in its seventh year, has raised $10.8 million for more than 380 local nonprofits, fundamentally changing how the community supports its most vulnerable residents. From Humble Beginnings to Major Impact The...

Local Services

All Hands On Deck

The Mullens work to scale a business while raising sons and spaniels Article by Kat Schuster | Photography by Atira Rodriguez Running a household with two young boys and two energetic cocker spaniels is a full-time job in itself. But for Ashley and Trevor Mullen, that’s just the start of their daily balancing act. As the co-owners of Mullen Plumbing, a thriving Long Beach business that has more than tripled in revenue over the past five years, the couple is doing more than just making it...

Life + Culture

Coming of Age

From Poly High's halls to pickleball courts, how Long Beach shaped me Article by Elijah Wong | Photography by Monica Wong Growing up in Long Beach was an eclectic experience. It’s a city where beachfront homes sit not far from industrial centers, where kids argue about everything from Jordan vs. Lebron to politics, and where every street seems to speak its own language.  I recently graduated from Long Beach Polytechnic High School, and what people say is true: it’s overcrowded, rowdy and...

Sports + Recreation

Stars of the Sea

Aquarium of the Pacific's interactive experience makes ocean learning hands-on for kids Article by Atira Rodriguez | Photography by Nirav Solanki The Aquarium of the Pacific's "Stars of the Sea" experience continues to make waves with families in Long Beach and across Southern California this summer. This popular experience puts over 20 species of sea stars front and center, showcasing the beauty and diversity of these often-overlooked marine animals from across the Pacific Ocean — creating...

Arts + Culture

Publisher's Picks

Five fantastic children's books written by Long Beach-based authors Article by Atira Rodriguez 1 – You Have a Story To Tell! by Bridget Gengler 2 – Be Bold! Be Brave! 11 Latinas who made U.S. History by Naibe Reynoso 3 – Reggie and Delilah's Year of Falling by Elise Bryant 4 – Sub Journey, The Adventures of Maddie and Albert™ by Alexandra Adlawan 5 – A Boy Called Bat by Elana K. Arnold