My Maui guide is here! Maui is one of my favorite places in the world to visit. There’s just so much to do, eat, explore, and the weather is nearly perfect throughout the year. It really has everything and will continue to be a place Alex and I return to over the years. These are my top experiences worthy of Maui itineraries!

It’s been almost a year since I launched West by Nature! I’ve learned a TON over the past several months and even started working with some amazing brands on a small scale, which has been incredibly exciting. It truly means the world to have friends and family tell me that my blog is resonating with them. And for a few brands I admire to say the same has been the cherry on top, which brings me to today’s feature on Los Angeles activewear brand Coed Active!

This year on my list are a few wardrobe staples, my most-loved fragrance Alex found for me a few years back, and accessories I’ve had my eye on for some time. Lately, I’m all about luxurious loungewear—especially as the seasons change and I’m staying home more—basics I can reach to time and time again to effortlessly layer an outfit, as well as little treasures to make everyday living a little more special. I hope these gift ideas help for your own wish list or ideas for a sister or girlfriend!

My first gift guide of the season is here! Both the easiest and hardest to shop for over the years, my Mom helped me out with this one to ensure it was Mom and Mother-In-Law approved. My gift picks for the Moms in your life touch on a bit of everything — luxurious cozies she most likely doesn’t splurge on for herself, beautiful pieces for the home, and useful, thoughtful things for daily living. Let’s dive in, shall we?

A few weeks back Alex and I stayed at Wylder Hope Valley and let me tell you, this place was magical in every possible way! The property is teeming with history and built-in feel good vibes. It almost feels like an adult summer camp because you have literally everything you need in one place. For years I’ve been saying how fall is such an underrated time to visit the Lake Tahoe area. We visited in early autumn just as the leaves were beginning to change, and it was some of the most gorgeous fall foliage I’ve ever witnessed in California.

In July Alex and I traveled to Minnesota for the wedding of our dear friends, and when we checked into our hotel we found ourselves on the beautiful shores of Lake Minnetonka in the town of Wayzata, just outside Minneapolis. We were livin’ the summer life on the lake for a few days. Sharing a few highlights and photos from a few days spent lakeside and on the water!

Alex and I visited Chicago for the first time a few weeks back and I instantly fell in love with the city. This was our first real vacation in over a year, just the two of us, so we made it count! We crossed off several sights and provisions in a 48 hour jaunt, all heightened with a stay at The Hoxton Chicago in the vibey West Loop district. Reliving this trip through written word and photos gives me all the feels — it was one for the books!

I recently became enamored with the elegant glass vases by Tucker Glass and Design I started noticing on my Instagram feed this past spring. I was fortunate to sit down with Scott Tucker, founder and glassblower of Tucker Glass and Design, to chat about his craft, what inspires him to make stunning glass pieces, and what’s ahead. I’m so excited to share this behind the scenes look into Tucker Glass and Design with you!

I was browsing my favorite home shops and noticed there are some really great sale items right now! After going down a bit of a rabbit hole I was inspired to pick out some favorite pieces that caught my eye. Enjoy!

I’m always on the hunt for a new workout set and have been loving my go-tos as of late. I recently became a pilates instructor, and there are a few things I look for when it comes to a comfortable and flattering set to wear teaching and on the reformer. I rounded up a few tried and true brands that have been giving me life lately. Some old favorites, and some new discoveries!