Kristen has worked as a freelance home, design and lifestyle writer since 2021. In that time she has contributed to a number of online media outlets including Apartment Therapy, Hunker, The Everygirl, ...

After such a long, cold winter, nothing beats a relaxing coastal vacation where you get to wake up to the seagulls cawing and the sunrise reflecting off the water, then spend the day soaking in as ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Whether you prefer decorating in the upscale and comforting coastal grandmother style or the relaxed beach vibe, using real seashells is a ...

LA Times Studios may earn commission from purchases made through our links. Let’s be honest, for years “coastal chic” meant one thing: blue-and-white stripes, a piece of driftwood, and a random bowl ...

Prior to my job at AD, I had little to no understanding of “coastal decor” as a sought-after concept. To me, the aesthetic was a renter’s reflex—the Home Goods clearance section wistfully transported ...