How To Practice Self-Care This Holiday Season

How To Practice Self-Care This Holiday Season

Yvon Lux

Pumpkin spiced lattes will soon give way to turkey feasts and gift shopping. The holidays are festive and fun but they are also a prominent source of stress and anxiety for many. Before this year’s winter wonderland and holiday season, let’s learn some self-care tips to help you show up as the best version of yourself.

When we are tired and drained, it shows in our work and relationships. Once you incorporate self-care into your routines, it has the power to reduce stress and anxiety and cultivate better relationships with yourself and others.

Celebrity Chef Jet Tila Wins Torch Award

Celebrity Chef Jet Tila Wins Torch Award

Yvon Lux

Asian American celebrity Chef Jet Tila takes home the honor of the Torch Award at the Western Foodservice and Hospitality Expo. With Thai and Chinese cultural influences and Le Cordon Bleu training, Chef Tila carves out a distinguished niche as a Pan-Asian cuisine restauranteur and author. His accomplishments stretch from Los Angeles to Las Vegas and has earned him regular appearances on The Food Network and an Iron Chef battle.

Self-care September | 7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Getting Into a Relationship

Self-care September | 7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Getting Into a Relationship

Yvon Lux

It wasn’t that I didn’t want a partner ever again—I very much love being in (good) relationships. It was that I was truly enjoying the experience of living as though I was enough instead of buying into the belief that because I didn’t have a partner, there was something off-putting, wrong, or unattractive about me. It took some time to get used to, as all habits do, but I wouldn’t give that time up for anything.

Here are the questions that were born from my happily single and exploratory years. I use them with my design clients, friends, and even myself.

Unique Hotel Suites For Your Bucket List

Unique Hotel Suites For Your Bucket List

Yvon Lux

Many travelers, especially those voyaging with their families or for business, opt to splurge on a suite for extra room to spread out. But added space isn’t the only reason to upgrade your digs. In some cases, reserving a suite unlocks special perks like private guides, access to your own speedboat, free-flowing champagne, and VIP dining experiences—not to mention bragging rights. From a sandy-shaded brutalist style suite connecting you with nature to the world’s largest overwater villa, here are 5 suites worth the expense.

The Most Expensive Hotels In The World

The Most Expensive Hotels In The World

Yvon Lux

From luxurious penthouse suites, submarine getaways and the finest resorts and villas, have you ever wondered which hotel is the most expensive in the world? Whether you’re after breathtaking city skylines, to lavish underwater views, brand-new research details the priciest pads that will leave you lusting over.

MAGIC Fashion Convention Returns to Las Vegas August 8-10

MAGIC Fashion Convention Returns to Las Vegas August 8-10

Yvon Lux

Informa Markets Fashion, organizer of MAGIC, PROJECT, and SOURCING at MAGIC Las Vegas, revealed celebrity-studded and trend-focused agenda for the August 8-10, 2022, edition slated to be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Retailers from around the world attend the bi-annual event to discover the hottest new trends, buy product, discover new brands, and learn from fashion moguls and industry experts.

Notable fashion celebrity speakers include Katy Perry, Kristin Cavallari, Lala Kent, and Ashley Stock, among others.

Hampton's Luxury Food Pantry L’Épicuriste Now Opens

Hampton's Luxury Food Pantry L’Épicuriste Now Opens

Yvon Lux

Luxury food pantry L’Épicuriste has opened its doors, just in time to welcome The Hamptons’ summer guests. Located on Montauk Highway, in the heart of Bridgehampton, L’Épicuriste is a high-end specialty food store catering to chefs, guests, hosts, and everyone in between. Sourced globally but not readily available in the area, the pantry will stock international dried goods and ingredients essential to the refined palates of the area’s visitors.

Tips to Avoid Cancellation on Your Next Vacation

Tips to Avoid Cancellation on Your Next Vacation

Yvon Lux

Air travel has been chaotic and unpredictable the last few months, leaving consumers planning to fly preparing for the worst (and hoping for the best). AirHelp, an air passenger rights company, pulled data to find which airports within the U.S. have had the most cancelations so far this summer (May 27 – July 15), the timeframe with the most cancelations and the best and worst days to fly.

Below are some findings that can you help you plan your trip and minimize the chances of a spoiled vacation.

Kansas Votes to Protect Women’s Right to Choose

Kansas Votes to Protect Women’s Right to Choose

Yvon Lux

Today, Kansas voters said “NO” on the “Value Them Both” or “Kansas No State Constitutional Right to Abortion and Legislative Power to Regulate Abortion Amendment,” preventing the state legislature from abandoning long-recognized precedent on abortion protections enshrined in the state constitution and banning a woman’s right over her own body.


“The Supreme Court got it wrong and today voters made sure their reproductive rights are protected in Kansas,” says Women’s March Action Founder and Executive Director Emiliana Guereca.

Happy Hour Specials Across Arizona

Happy Hour Specials Across Arizona

Yvon Lux

According to a recent study by onepoll.us, 68 percent of respondents are looking forward to making up for “lost” summers this year due to the pandemic and 64 percent consider themselves to be more excited for this summer than in previous years. POV Foods, local owner and operator of six restaurants across Arizona, brings happy hour options to its food community during a time when saving money is a must, but foodies still want to explore local restaurants.

Celebrate Juneteenth by Supporting Black-owned Brands

Celebrate Juneteenth by Supporting Black-owned Brands

Yvon Lux

Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the confederate states on June 19, 1865. Although the Emancipation Proclamation ended slavery in 1863, it would take two more years for this news to reach the deepest parts of the South. This coming Monday, June 20, 2022, will be the second Juneteenth officially recognized as a federal holiday in the U.S.

As a minority-owned media outlet, we fully support small and family-owned businesses. Our gift guides mainly focus on fresh small businesses and trending family-owned brands.

In observance of Juneteenth, we celebrate by recognizing the following incredible Black-owned brands. They are created by fearless and inspiring business owners and innovators.

The Most Thoughtful Gifts For Dad

The Most Thoughtful Gifts For Dad

Yvon Lux

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, roughly 6 out of every 10 men are fathers. They estimate that there are around 75 million fathers in the country. This Father's Day, those looking to dazzle dad will want to skip the tie and lawn equipment and select something he really wants.

We love thoughtful gifts that enhance dad’s wellbeing and cater to his lifestyle. Even better, our gift guide proudly supports small and mid-sized businesses, not gigantic corporations.

10 Companies Raised Prices Reaped Over $69B Profits

10 Companies Raised Prices Reaped Over $69B Profits

Yvon Lux

Many of us celebrated Mother’s Day recently. It is infuriating to learn that ten major corporations, including Procter & Gamble, Johnson & Johnson, and Kimberly-Clark, that specialize in consumer goods needed by mothers, parents, and babies increased prices and profits, according to government watchdog Accountable.US.

Their research found that these companies saw profits soar by an additional $18 billion to a total of over $69 billion, and rewarded shareholders with over $69 billion in stock buybacks and dividends in their 2021 fiscal years.

Top Travel Trends in 2022

Top Travel Trends in 2022

Yvon Lux

A study by Skyscanner reveals the how, why, and where travelers are vacationing this year including the heightened appeal of holiday relaxation and trending destinations with wellbeing in mind.

Grad Gifts They Actually Want

Grad Gifts They Actually Want

Yvon Lux

Graduation season is around the corner and it’s time to celebrate the graduates in your life for their hard work and achievements. Graduating also means progressing towards major adulting while discovering their way of life. Instead of another photo frame or mug, here are gifts that will compliment their flourishing individualism as they navigate career paths, social activities, and lifestyle choices.

And yes, we have enthusiastically tried the following products and wholeheartedly recommend them.

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