We have a pretty good sense of what the moms of Los Angeles like and have gathered a variety of local options that will make shopping for a present to give her this weekend a lot easier on you. Of course no material thing will ever tell her how much you love her, a gift that says I think you're chic from her children will touch her in a way you probably won't understand until you have moody, ungrateful teenagers one day. So give your number one lady something she'll love this year with one of these ideas from our L.A. Mother's Day Gift Guide. More»

Not to give you anxiety or anything but Mother's Day is right around the corner and we're here to help you in the gift department. Based on personal experience and from our many chats with hip Jewish mothers, we have a pretty good sense of what the moms of Los Angeles like and have gathered a variety of local options  that will make shopping for a present a lot easier on you. Although no earthly possession could ever show her how much you love her, it doesn't hurt. So give your number one lady something she'll love this year with one of these ideas from our L.A. Mother's Day Gift Guide. More»

It's already the end of January, but it seems like just yesterday the New Year had you reciting mantras of health and wellness and promising to switch to organic, locally-sourced quinoa. Have your ambitions of toned abs and daily protein shakes with super boosts dwindled since then as the couch and whatever new season of "Real Housewives of Hades" felt so much more inviting with life returning to normal? Maybe you need some new inspiration to hone your daily regimen goals. Or perhaps you're just curious about the latest ferkakte wellness fads Gwyneth swears by on her blog. Either way, we bring you five of L.A.'s best destinations to get in on the newest, and kookiest health and fitness trends. More»

Who would've thought that the sister of the new Duchess of Cambridge would turn out to be a media favorite?  Ever since her behind captivating the minds of men worldwide, Pippa Middleton has reached new heights in both popularity and influence.  If you thought her following would die out by now, you are wrong.  Here's a list of things that Pippa and her ass have influenced post-royal wedding mania! More»

Sometimes with the indulgences that so often come with weekends in the Hamptons, we forget how important it is to take care of ourselves. Well that's where Erika Bloom Pilates and Plain-T stepped in last Saturday to remind us how good it feels to be healthy - and to fit into that tight little cocktail dress. More»

On our way to buy running sneakers at Gubbins, Rachelle and I noticed a sign for Woman's Health Studio on Windmill Lane. Inside, a single airy room was covered in red yoga mats, displays of MBT sneakers, LUNA Bars, free weights, and pilates rings.

A friendly WH employee explained to us that the magazine had been hosting complimentary Pilates classes throughout the weekend, and that we were just in time for the last one. When we saw the toned limbs and affable grin of our instructor, well-known Pilates guru Brooke Siler, we immediately signed up.

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If you're like most people who summer in the Hamptons, you spend your days eating delicious BBQ and your nights drinking delicious cocktails. Although you would like to believe it, dancing on tabletops is not adequate exercise to burn off all those extra calories. Luckily Erika Bloom Pilates Plus has got you covered. Beginning this Saturday, Erika will be holding pilates mat sessions on the beach from 11 to 12. Atlantic Avenue Beach in Amagansett may be a little far for most, but at $27 per class, or $125 for five classes, it's worth it. So go ahead and have that cheeseburger with bacon, and then make sure you hit the beach in the morning. For more info call 212-288-3410.

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