Fashion blogger Erin Miller may not be native to San Diego, but since her move from Iowa two years ago, she has managed to grow her online following here in Southern California significantly. Now, many …
October 23, 2020
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Stories by Veronica Garcia
Fashion blogger Erin Miller: Boho, chic, and edgy
Lulus, Mejuri, and Menza Bolamba’s other fashion blogger likes
This week I caught up with San Diego fashion blogger, Menza Bolamba to talk about fashion and social media — the good and the not so good. Menza started building a following on Instagram in …
September 10, 2020
Camila Mendivil: bullied into blogging
Though I’m a fan of San Diego’s flourishing influencer scene, I didn’t know that some of them are as young as 15. I reached out to Camila Mendivil to ask how she accomplished her skyrocketing …
July 30, 2020
Face mask fashion and function
We’re living in a time when the latest “must-have” accessory is a face mask, though not by choice. Many people are adapting to this new norm and making face masks a fashion statement, while others …
June 18, 2020
Courtney Cordero: organized by color at Mimi & Red
The streets are mostly empty these days, so I decided to reach out to style influencer Courtney Cordero for an interview. She’s more commonly known as @Cocosandiego on Instagram, where she has been sharing her …
May 7, 2020
Oversized H&M blazers make a comeback
Brace yourselves. Oversized blazers are making a comeback. Just ask Paola. She wore one for a casual day out in North Park with her friends. (I was inspired to purchase one for my next casual …
March 26, 2020
Mariela’s lucky match: pinstripe co-ord from Forever 21 and mom
It’s not often that I go out in Tijuana, but it was my best friend’s birthday last month, so the occasion definitely called for it. Ten of us headed to Reyes Cantina on the city’s …
February 13, 2020
Cute and comfortable Zara wear
A night before Christmas, I decided to check out the new Novo Brazil Brewing establishment in Chula Vista. I went because they make my all-time favorite hard kombucha, and because I wanted to see if …
January 2, 2020
All Saints stylist’s style
After grabbing an iced latte fromCommunal Coffee, one of my favorite coffee shops in South Park, I spotted Baltazar, looking polished in a casual denim-on-denim ensemble. I later learned that he is a stylist at …
November 21, 2019
ShayButter’s chunky sweaters make a statement for fall
On my most recent shopping trip to La Jolla last week, I spotted Kara, wearing an outfit that made me rejoice over the changing seasons. Whenever I hear the word “fall,” I immediately associate it …
October 10, 2019
Paola Alberdi-inspired style from H&M, Zara, Bershka and Forever 21
In the Refill Cafe in Hillcrest I spotted Melissa wearing the most stylish linen blazer. I admired her effortless style. When I approached her, I learned that the Napa Valley native has lived in Tijuana …
August 29, 2019
Karen Olea’s thrift scores from Salvation Army and AMVETS
I was headed to my car on the top level of a busy downtown parking structure when I caught a glimpse of Karen Olea mid-photoshoot. Karen wasn’t a stranger. I actually recognized her because I …
July 25, 2019
Jaceli’s casual clothing from Nordstrom Rack, Lucy Paris, and Marshall’s with a fun personal touch
This month I attended a backyard BBQ in Chula Vista to celebrate my friend’s graduation. There I met Jaceli, a Chula Vista resident who is originally from Los Angeles. We both griped about our desire …
June 27, 2019
Dressy tie dye from Obey and Pacsun
I was making my way to Punchbowl Social in the East Village for game night with some of my friends when I came across the most colorful mural I had ever seen. It was in …
May 30, 2019
Monica’s black bangs and bell sleeves ensemble from Forever 21, Aldo, Topshop and Target
One sunny Friday morning on the way to work, I decided to stop and get an iced latte from one of my favorite coffee shops, Copa Vida in East Village, just north of Petco Park. …
May 1, 2019
Mix vintage and contemporary brands from Bonita’s The Spare Room, Tijuana’s Matiz, Hillcrest’s Flashbacks, and beyond
Saturday afternoon, I saw Samantha walking by Balboa Park’s Organ Pavillion, wearing the coolest looking top I had ever seen. The blouse’s funky print reminded me of something you’d see in a ‘70s fashion magazine. …
April 11, 2019