Magical Maui with Emma O

by Daniella Grace

There's something very powerful and healing about these lava rock lined beaches on Maui. I feel different here.. My mind is clear of any doubt and my body feels stress free and relaxed. A similar feeling I get after spending hours at the spa... But the only big difference is, this place is priceless and will be there for you at anytime. 

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Photos by Franck Berthuot | @frankiebees

What I'm Wearing:

Emma O Clothing is a handmade, charity based clothing line in Africa. 60% of all her proceeds go to a charity in Zimbabwe to help aid in building schools for underprivileged children. Since starting her line in 2011, Emma O has already helped in building 5 new schools in Zimbabwe.

Roaming With Reef

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Between countless days of being a complete beach bum, climbing waterfalls, hiking through the Na'ili'ili bamboo forest and road tripping the windy road to Hana these adorable flats by Reef have been here with me in Hawaii every step of the way! And in a day these cute little puppies and I will be hoping on a plane back to LA.. I wonder where my adventures will take us to next..!? Aloha 💙 

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Photos by Franck Berthuot | @frankiebees

BTS with Bluesmiths

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What started off as a 5 day work trip to Maui has now turned into 20! I totally did not expect to stay this long but every time I come to this beautiful little island, it somehow finds a way of keeping me here longer. I know I've said it before but maybe one day I'll end up staying permanently... ;)

Anyways as far the trip goes, I had such a blast working and shooting for Bluesmiths again this past week. They're a local company here on Maui that specializes in versatile waterwear and if you couldn't already tell by some of my previous posts, I love, love, love their product! Being the extremely active/outdoorsy girl I am, Bluesmiths outerwear literally caters to everything I love. From surfing, running, biking, yoga or just wearing these shirts with jeans, I can literally wear them anywhere I go.

Here's a few BTS shots of our awesome shoot! Xx

Photos by Franck Berthuot | @frankiebees

Time To Cleanse!

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Ok, it's no secret that I am the ultimate food lover but when the season start to change I really like to treat my body with a juice cleanse.

I decided to start my Juice Crafters cleanse yesterday morning.. I'm half way into day two with one more day to go. I feel pretty good so far except the chronic headaches that I tend to get from cleansing.. As your body begins to detox, it releases the built up toxins into your bloodstream. The more toxins you have, the more prone you are to theses headaches. I'm a very healthy eater but it's been quite a while since my last cleanse and I'm definitely feeling it. But I find the more water I drink, the less frequent my headaches are. 

I highly recommend trying one of Juice Crafters Cleanse's. There's a lot of Juice companies here in LA but this one if by far my favortie. I'm currently on their Signature Detox plan and so far I'm loving it. I chose this one due to my lack of energy lately and who doesn't want a little added cell rejuvenation! This cleanse has an equal amount of fruit and veggies which are packed with vitamins A, B6, B2, B9, E, C, K & B. Lots and lots of energy coming my way!! 

My tips:

Set a schedule for yourself and stick with it. It'll make following through with your cleanse much easier. Also I've learned, the more I keep my mind occupied, the less urges I'll have to eat. Whenever you feel hungry, sip on your juice or drink a glass of water. Also if you neeeeed something other than the juice or water, it's ok to drink a non-caffeinated tea.

Get Juice Crafters 'Signature Cleanse' 

Here.

So, all in all I'm feeling really good and ready to take on the last day! Then Monday morning, I'm off for a little R&R vacay with my girlfriends and we are heading somewhere very, very warm. Stay tuned! Xx

My Top Picks - San Francisco

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As most of you know, a big portion of my younger years were spent here in San Francisco and the Bay Area. This place has become a second home to me. So while I'm here now, eating/drinking my heart and soul away, I thought I would share with you some of San Francisco's best kept secrets.

With all the innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship that surrounds this city, there's no question why SF produces some of the best restaurants and cafes in the country.

 Nopa Restaurant   

560 Divisadero at Hayes

A food lovers dream. A mix of organic, urban ispired and rustic cruisine. 

Favorite Menu Item: Sopaipillas – Burnt Orange Caramel

 The Grove 

301 Hayes St

Best restaurant to cozy up and treat yourself to the best comfort food around. 

Favorite Menu Item : Grilled Cheese w/ Tomato Basil Soup.

 Scomas 

Al Scoma Way

This place needs no introduction. They've been culminating the best seafood dishes since 1965.

Favorite Menu Item : Lazy Man Cioppino 

 The Mill 

736 Divisadero St

Don't let the simplistic menu fool you. They are specialist in what they serve.

Favorite Menu Item - Country Toast w/ Almond Butter & Cinnamon Sugar

 Wrecking Ball Coffee 

613 York St

If you're a coffee connoisseur like myself, check this place out. You're welcome in advance. 

Favorite Menu Item: Cappuccino 

Fall in SF

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Ahhh my favorite time of year is finally here! As much as I love my little bikinis, there's something about throwing on a slouchy beanie that makes me feel right at home..  It's was a chilly 50 degrees here in San Francisco this morning but I decided to go out, get some fresh air and do a bit of site seeing. Now I'm off to a collaboration meeting with the Bon Traveler team. Xx

Photos by Bon Traveler

Jacket - Rails // Jeans - Paige // Boots - Casadei // Shirt - Rag & Bone // Beanie - Club Monaco

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LA >> SF

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Oh how I love last minute trips.. Especially when they involve visiting my favorite little 'City by the Bay.' I'm here in San Francisco for a few days shooting and spending some quality time with family and my girlfriend Jessica (check out her travel blog Bon Traveler). In between shooting, Jess and I stopped in at our favorite little nook of a coffee shop, Wrecking Ball Coffee, on 18th and York St for a quick cappuccino catch up. Then it was right back to work.. Xx

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Workout Routine - Glutes & Legs

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Finally, I get to share with you ladies a few of my favorite exercises for the glutes and legs! I prefer to incorporate certain moves into my routine that will target specific areas as well as give the rest of my body a workout... killing two birds with one stone type of deal... Make sure to include little bits of cardio into your routine to help achieve that long/lean/feminine look we all want. These moves are a little bit more intense and your whole body should be feeling these later! Don't forget to always stretch before and after and DRINK LOTS OF WATER!!

1. Donkey Kicks: 

25 Reps - (These are killer for working your glutes as well as strengthening your core and toning your arms)

*Start on all fours. Make sure your hands are directly under your shoulders. Slowly raise your leg behind and then pulse your flexed foot toward the sky by squeezing your glutes. Your back should always remain still in a neutral spine. Make sure the motions are small and controlled, letting your muscle do all the work, not the momentum.*

2. Jump Squats :

25 Reps - (If you are looking to get that brazilian booty these are your new best friend)

*Jump as high as you can and then go straight into a seated position (squat), hold for 3 seconds, and repeat... Once you've completed 25 reps, squat and hold for 1 minute.*

3. Side Shaper: 

25 Reps - (Great for toning thigh, glutes and abs)

*Start with your hips stacked (side plank position) then raise you leg. Bring it back down and lower. Do 5 repetitions on each side and repeat until you've done 25 reps on each side.*

* I have to use both my arms to support myself for this one due to an old shoulder injury but the correct way is to support yourself with one arm while resting the opposite arm at your side.*

2 minute break. REPEAT 5 TIMES!

Shorts and Sports Bra - LuluLemon | Shoes - Nike | Headphones - FRENDS

Photos by Franck Berthuot | @frankiebees

Please feel free to leave any questions or comments below. I'll be sure and answer as many as possible! X

Mark Your Calendars!!!

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Hey everyone! I will be hosting an event with Gypsy05 on October 17th at their new Robertson store in Beverly Hills!!! You can come by, mingle with me, listen to some great tunes and sip on guava mimosas! And ladies, I will gladly style you in their newest fall line! Happy hour is from 4-7pm. Please just RSVP for you and your friends at: rsvp@gypsy05.com! I look forward to meeting you all! Xx - Daniella

Sporty All Day

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I'm a big fan of wearing workout clothes through out the day! I mean, who doesn't want to feel unrestricted and comfortable all day long!? Plus any chance I get, I can hit the beach or gym for a quick workout without having to change! Hehe. I love that fashion companies are starting to cater to these desires of making active wear more stylish and in my opinion, First Base, has done a fine job at that. If you live in you're active wear like me, then head over to WWW. BOUNDARYLANE.COM and check out all the other great styles they have! Xo  

Photos by Mikel Roberts | @mikelrob

Get my look at: WWW. BOUNDARYLANE.COM

Jacket - Nike // Sports Bra/Top - First Base // Leggings - First Base // Shoes - Lanvin // Hat - Gents // Water bottle - Black Eye Coffee // Sunglasses - Ray-Ban

Back on Track

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Hey everyone! I just wanted to apologize for my absence on the blog and social media sites lately. The past few weeks have been packed with auditions and casting that have taken up allllll my time.. But I just wanted to let you know that your emails and comments have been read and I'm back on track now! With that said, Thank you all for being so understanding and patient with this schedule of mine! Love you guys! X

Photos by Mikel Roberts | @mikelrob

Shirt - Faith Connexion // Pants - Joes Jeans // Hat - Gents // Sunglasses - Ray-Ban //

Purse - Celine