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Lifestyle

Get a Taste of NYC Thanks to Morgenstern’s Ice Cream

An East-Coast frozen favorite takes a trip out West.

May 18, 2020

May 19, 2020

Lifestyle

Best of the West: Masks That Look Good and Spark Joy

This week we asked YOU what favorite brands are making stylish face masks—and you delivered.

May 19, 2020

Camping

You Know What’s Getting Me Through the Pandemic? Socks.

How warm, cozy performance footwear helps me handle the apocalypse

May 13, 2020

May 15, 2020

Lifestyle

Face Masks That Look Good and Give Back

Stylish facemasks that look good, and do good.

May 10, 2020

May 14, 2020

Style in the West

Profile

The West’s Best Floral Designer Is Also a Style Powerhouse

Florist, restaurateur, and possibly the most stylish human being on the East Side of L.A., Maurice Harris is a talent to watch

March 10, 2020

March 24, 2020

Style

More Than Shoes: Rothy’s Has a Sustainable New Bag Collection—and It’s Made from Ocean Plastic

Tired of tossing old bags when they get dirty and wanna go eco-chic? Peep Rothy's new washable bags made from marine plastic and plastic bottles

March 6, 2020

March 10, 2020

Style

How Patagonia Is Giving New Meaning to Upcycled Fashion

Patagonia’s ReCrafted initiative deconstructs and repurposes old gear into new, highly-coveted pieces

March 10, 2020

Gifts & Shopping

Anoint Yourself with These Beautiful Oils for Radiant Hair and Skin

Not all oils are made equal. Here are our favorites for face, hair, and body

March 10, 2020

March 24, 2020

Tips for a Low-Waste Lifestyle

Green Living

From Compostable Toothbrushes to Refillable Deodorant, Here Are the Low-Waste Toiletries to Try

Skip the single-use containers in your shower and sink, and try these instead

February 25, 2020

February 28, 2020

Decorating & Design

From Vintage Malls to Nonprofit Shops, Here Are the Best Spots for Secondhand Home Goods

Thrifting your next piece of furniture is good for the planet, your wallet, and your home’s style

February 28, 2020

March 10, 2020

Gifts & Shopping

Ditch the Plastic Packaging: 6 Refill Stores for Kitchen, Bath, and Home

Tired of tossing plastic containers? Refill your shampoo, house cleaners, spices and olive oil at these zero-waste shops

February 10, 2020

February 19, 2020

Green Living

Swap out These Everyday Items to Reduce Kitchen Waste

With a few simple product changes, you can greatly reduce your waste and plastic use in the kitchen, resulting in a bonus for the planet, for your wallet, and for your home’s style

July 17, 2018

April 20, 2020

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Lifestyle

Sunset Editors’ Spring Reading List

An empowering children’s book, a woke murder mystery, and a paean to lost words—here’s what Sunset editors are reading this spring break. It’s Best of the West, literary edition

March 2, 2020

March 3, 2020

Wellness

Solar Power, Stained Glass, and Slacklines: These Are the Coolest Climbing Gyms

These climbing gyms aren't just the best of the best—they also feature extra perks like solar power, slacklines, kids bouldering and acroyoga.

February 26, 2020

March 6, 2020

Wellness

Tech Gadgets to Power Your Wellness Routines, from Meditation to Sleep to Juicing

Why use old tools to tackle new wellness goals? Make your routines stick with these smarter picks

February 11, 2020

March 24, 2020

Outdoor Adventure

9 Fittest Towns of the West

It’s easy to be fit out West, with big mountains, bike-friendly towns, and beaches that practically beg for a volleyball net

February 8, 2012

January 3, 2019

Lifestyle

Artisan Ceramics, A Magical Pop-up Grocery Store, and Other Things to See and Do in the West

From ceramics and textiles from Latina makers to a pop-up grocery store with all kinds of fab goods, here’s the Best of the West of the Week

February 24, 2020

April 17, 2020

Wellness

The Ten Wellness Trends to Tune Into in 2020

Whether you’re a true believer or just down to dabble, these are the top holistic health and wellness trends to try this winter

January 23, 2020

April 4, 2020

Wellness

The Best CBD Spa Treatments in the West

Enter ultimate relaxation mode with CBD-infused massages

November 20, 2018

November 27, 2019

Wellness

Top 10 Luxe Bath Houses

Ancient bath houses and soaking rituals, in their updated reincarnations, are popping up in cities around the West

July 17, 2018

August 8, 2019

Albert Einstein's leather jacket with an issue of Time Magazine

Lifestyle

New Levi’s Exhibit to Showcase Albert Einstein’s Iconic Leather Jacket

Levi Strauss: A History of American Style opens Feb. 13 at The Contemporary Jewish Museum

February 12, 2020

February 13, 2020

Flowers & Plants

Plant Parents Rejoice: A New Houseplant Emoji Is Coming Soon

Years after it was first proposed to the Unicode Consortium, a houseplant emoji is finally coming to a device near you! But what will it look like?

February 4, 2020

February 13, 2020

Lifestyle

Wyoming Isn’t Just the Next Retiree State. It’s Great for Millennials Too

Wyoming is a smart move for millennials looking to save money and enjoy the outdoors

February 6, 2020

February 19, 2020

Travel

Disneyland Passes Shot Up Past $200. Here Are Four Cheaper Parks

If you want affordable alternatives to the new Disneyland ticket price, these theme and national parks offer plenty of thrills

February 13, 2020

February 20, 2020