“An ayurvedic café? No way,” I thought. But they absolutely exist. And there’s one in Philly that I recently entered for the very first time. Owned and run by Kei, yet another incredibly knowledgeable beauty in the Philly ayurvedic community, Down Dog Healing Café immediately found a place in my heart. Read More
Author: fp brigette
6 Natural Remedies For Headaches
Headaches aren’t fun. Anytime I’ve ever experienced one, I can’t focus… I can’t seem to get anything done. All I want to do is shut myself off from the world around me until the pain dissipates. During a change in seasons, headaches unfortunately become quite common, so as the days grow colder, I wanted to share some natural remedies for headaches. Read More
A Romantic Palette: Ruby, Amber, & Amethyst
As we go deeper into fall, we’re naturally drawn to a darker, more sensual color palette; one that brings about feelings of romance and passion; one that’s reminiscent of ruby, amber, and amethyst. Read More
Tattoo Inspiration (+ Meanings) From Around The Office
If you’re ever looking for some tattoo inspiration, look no further than this here blog. Read More
Apple Cider Vinegar Uses & Benefits
I always keep a bottle of apple cider vinegar in my home. It seems to constantly transport back and forth between my kitchen cabinet to my bathroom cabinet because there are just so many uses for it. From cleaning supplies to face masks, the uses of apple cider vinegar seem to be never-ending, and today I’m sharing five of my favorites. Read More
Ayurveda Journal, Week 1: Exploring The Senses
After having a glimpse into the world of Ayurveda at Temple of the Lotus last week, I’ve decided that this is something that I’d really like to incorporate into my life. I have a few physical ailments that I’ve been trying to resolve for quite some time, and in recent years I’ve acquired a thirst to become more connected with myself and my surroundings, and to learn how to be truly present. I have a strong feeling that Ayurveda is exactly what I’ve been needing all this time. Read More
Free People Models Off Duty
We had another new model – Farah – in the office this week, so of course we had to feature her in our Models Off Duty post! The theme this week seemed to be earth tones, with army green, burnt orange, and midnight blue taking charge of the models’ casual, fall looks. Read on to see what Farah, Alyssa, and Anastasia wore to work this week, and how to get the looks for yourself. Read More
About A Girl: Meet Joanna
Joanna will grab your attention from the far end of a room without even trying. She’s a model-esque UK beauty with an effortlessly cool style, and a personality to match. Read More
Blogger Diary: Embracing Fall
I’ve always felt that fall is the most magical season. Those true fall days are certainly fleeting and, to me, it’s an important thing to embrace them while I can. Read More
Temple Of The Lotus: Yoga & Ayurvedic Healing Center
I recently stumbled upon an ayurvedic goddess of a woman, and I think my life may be changed forever. Read More
How (& Why) To Cook Your Own Beans
Beans and other legumes are awesome. There are so many different types and so many different ways to incorporate them in meals that it’s almost impossible to get sick of them. Lentil soup, bean salad, and don’t even get me started on hummus. I always used to graze over the dry beans section of the food store and go straight for the canned. I had no idea how to cook dry beans — and canned just seemed like an easier option – but it turns out that it’s actually really simple to cook your own beans, and there are benefits to doing this, too. Read More
Fall Sneaker Style Inspiration
The trend on our site this week is called Geo Sport, and it features an awesome mix of neutral colors, geometric prints, and sporty elements. We’ve been loving the sport trend and incorporating it into our fall looks as much as possible. Read More