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The Curated Life Brings French Charm to Laguna Beach

By Greer Wylder

June 14, 2026

Three years in the making, The Curated Life Shoppe opened in Laguna Beach this past April, and it was worth every moment of the wait.Owner Michelle Trotter spent years traveling to France, handpicking products on each trip and putting them into storage until she found the right space to present them. She was specific about what that space needed to be. "I just knew that the base of the interior had to be white to highlight the beauty of each product," she says.The result is a boutique destination filled with one-of-a-kind home goods, tabletop pieces, textiles and lifestyle products sourced…

The Rooted Home Brings Curated Living to The LAB Anti-Mall

By Greer Wylder

June 11, 2026

The LAB Anti-Mall in Costa Mesa is welcoming a new addition with the opening of The Rooted Home, a curated home accents boutique focused on creating warm, layered, and personal living spaces.The Rooted Home officially celebrates its grand opening on Saturday, June 13 at noon with live music, gifts with purchase, a ribbon-cutting celebration, and a $250 Rooted Home gift card giveaway.The boutique features hand-selected home décor and artisan accents including candles, florals, trays, frames, kitchen accessories, tabletop pieces, and seasonal finds that bring character and intention into everyday living. Designed to complement The LAB’s eclectic mix of shops, the…

Pure Salt Marks 10 Years With New Newport Beach Flagship

By Greer Wylder

May 13, 2026

Founded in Newport Beach, Pure Salt is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a major expansion that includes a new flagship store and design studio, an anniversary collection inspired by California living, and the debut of its first-ever catalog. Pure Salt will also host a grand opening celebration on Saturday, May 16, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., featuring shopping, complimentary coffee from Pulo Coffee until noon, and a giveaway entry opportunity for guests.Located at 314 Old Newport Blvd. in Newport Beach, the new 4,500-square-foot space brings together Pure Salt’s retail shop and interior design studio under one roof. The storefront…

Cozy Earth’s Cuddle Collection Brings Luxury Comfort to Corona del Mar

By Greer Wylder

May 10, 2026

There is something about an ultra-soft blanket that never goes out of season, even as the weather warms up. Cozy Earth’s Cuddle Collection has quickly become a favorite for anyone who loves a cozy night in, and it is easy to see why. The collection includes some of the plushest blankets and pillows around, designed for elevated lounging with a luxurious feel that makes every room a little more inviting.The lineup features the Superplush Cuddle Blanket, Bubble Cuddle Blanket, Double Bubble Cuddle Blanket and Channel Cuddle Blanket, along with the equally soft Superplush Cuddle Pillow. The award-winning Bubble Cuddle Blanket…

Floral Park Home & Garden Tour Returns April 25–26

By Greer Wylder

April 05, 2026

On Saturday, April 25, and Sunday, April 26, 2026, the Historic Floral Park Neighborhood Association presents the 33rd Annual Floral Park Home & Garden Tour, a beloved spring tradition that celebrates the charm and character of one of Orange County’s most distinctive neighborhoods.Tucked inside Floral Park, often described as Orange County’s “best kept secret,” gracious homes from the 1920s through the 1950s will once again open their doors to visitors. Sunlit porches, gleaming wood floors, and beautifully tended gardens set the scene for a stroll through decades of classic Southern California architecture and design.Beyond the homes, the weekend includes plenty…