Back from LA LA Land...normally my trip to the West Coast consists of lots of shopping, and drinking. While the latter was still in order, I wanted to check things off my Dream List. ( I don't like the sound of bucket list)...
1. Get a facial...I went to the Raven Spa. It was such a relaxing experience. I loved when the aesthetician asked me if I had time for tea and fruit. Do I have time???
I sure do! (I am on va-ca-tion)...I sat in a rattan chair amongst the massage area and thought to myself, I can really get used to this. Note: I will be booking another facial AND a massage next time I am in town. Be sure to ask for Kimberly, she will give you one amazing facial!
2. So I didn't want to shop. (i know!!!) But the truth is I wear a suit everyday and while I do dress up when I go out, I just didn't need any more clothes. I have three closets and joke that my beach house is in one and my sports car is in the other. I am a real clothes WHORsE... what I wanted to do was enjoy good food and experience things I didn't get to do when I lived there. Mainly because I was a fashion student and school consumed my life.
3. Museums: This time around I visited the Natural Museum of History, the Getty Villa and the Eames house. I adore museums and was in my happy place when I visited the gem and mineral hall and of course the dinosuars. The Getty Villa is a perfect place for Ancient Greek and Roman art. IF you like mummies there's one there waiting for you! Lastly, the Eames was the cherry on top. I have adored the Eames couple for a really long time. The docents are awesome and super friendly willing! Photos are not allowed unless taken from afar. Just letting you know! AS always, comfy shoes and student ID are necessities for enjoying any museums.
4. Food- I really enjoy eating when I am in LA. I began with a beautiful dinner at Chateau Marmont. This is a landmark. This is where you get to see who's who and possibly a ghost. I ordered the steak salad and a French 76. (Yes French 76 is a drink). It's a perfect place to get dressed fancy. Other places: Little Beast-everything is Amazing!! Home, Church Key. MILK is perfect if you want a fancy-schmancy icecream cone or ice cream sandwich.