We all want beautiful skin, especially during the “skin showing” months of summer. So how do we get it without spending a fortune at the Clinique counter? By eating antioxidant rich foods, that’s how. Your skin, just like every other organ in your body, needs antioxidant laden foods to keep it healthy and toxin free. Here are some of the most important foods to eat for beautiful skin. Try to get these delicious foods into your diet as often as possible and I promise you will love the results.

Foods for beautiful skin:

Sunflower seeds, Swiss chard, and almonds- What do they all have in common? Vitamin E! Vitamin E works to protect skin from ultra violet rays and rejuvenate the cells. Sauté swiss chard with garlic and olive oil and top with a mix of toasted almonds and sunflower seeds. Vitamin E never tasted so good!

Cauliflower, walnuts, and cabbage- Did you think wild salmon was the only place to get Omega 3 fatty acids? Well get excited because they are in vegetables too! Omega 3’s are essential in creating beautiful skin for they help maintain cell membranes. It is these membranes that act as barriers for the body, letting water and nutrients in, and keeping toxins out. Make an easy cabbage slaw topped with walnuts then steam cauliflower and serve with a lemon tahini sauce (also packed with Vitamin C). After these two dishes, your skin will be good to go!

Carrots, Kale, and Apricots- Not only are these foods quick and easy to get your hands on, they also serve up a giant does of Vitamin A (aka Beta Carotene). Vitamin A is involved in the repair and growth of body tissues, which is particularly beneficial when dealing with sun damaged skin. Stir-fry carrots and kale with garlic, ginger, and soy sauce for a great side dish. For the apricots, try throwing them on the grill for a great summer dessert!

Bell peppers, broccoli, and strawberries- Loaded with more vitamin C than an orange, these foods work to create collagen in the skin and protect your lovely epidermis from oxidative stress. Best ways to eat them? Grill the peppers and broccoli or eat them raw with hummus. As for strawberries, just pop them in your mouth (or put them in a crisp).

Shitake mushrooms, cod and shrimp- Mushrooms (both shittake and crimini), cod, and shrimp are chock full of selenium, a potent nutrient that promotes skin elasticity and quality. Broil cod with a fresh tomatoes and basil. For the shrimp and mushrooms, toss them into an easy Thai curry. So good!

*This post was written by Jamie Dougherty for the Please feel free to contact Jamie with questions or to share your health, wellness and foodie stories. Email: jamiegd@jamieliving.com Facebook: JAMIE LIVING Twitter:JAMIE LIVING

Here in L.A. we have great boutiques that are ready for the upcoming season. Fall is almost here which means time to grab the new must haves for fall! From the outfits, shoes, to accessories; they have everything you need to look your best.

1. For fall we are CRAVEing fabulous jackets that can be paired with all kinds of outfits. Our favorite picks came from Lake boutique. They have jackets for all types of weather and their styles are unique and fun.

2. Every girl loves a great graphic tee for the fall season. KC Tees has exactly what you need to show your individual style in choosing your next graphic tee. Their goal is to inspire integrity, respect, and self esteem that have messages we can all embrace.

3. Fall this year is all about exaggerated bracelets and jewelry. We found some fabulous accessories to compliment your fall apparel at Arcade Boutique. They are the perfect way to spice up any outfit and make it complete.

4. What better way to finish up your look then with a perfect pair of shoes. We found an unlimited amount of must-haves at Beige. They offer the perfect pumps for fall that will leave your feet extremely happy.

From runway show recaps to laid-back street looks, the world of fashion blogging is a vibrant virtual scene. It’s not necessarily about the newest, hottest, or spendiest trend — it’s about the textiles, color palettes and silhouettes that make us feel gorgeous.

For a jolt of wardrobe inspiration to pull you through the dog days of summer, bookmark Jazzi McGilbert, Sally McGraw and “Miss” James Kicinski. While their personal styles may diverge, their message is the same: get dressed, and get going!

Jazzi McGilbert of JazziMcG.com

Thrift store scenester? Or haute couture hound? Jazzi McGilbert (aka Jazzi McG) confidently struts straight down the center of the spectrum. Her blog traipses through the world of high fashion, throws the spotlight on intimate “intern confessionals” and shares a few DIY treasures (Alexander Wang sock garters, anyone?). As Jazzi puts it, her mission is to “let everyone know that the fashion industry can be tackled without a trust fund”. Can I get an amen, sister?

Sally McGraw of Already Pretty
Can one personal stylist change the way women view their bodies, and themselves? Sally McGraw thinks so. The lovely McGraw elevates her passion for chic clothing with an outspoken commitment to body acceptance. Blog posts like “What IS Flattering?” provide commonsense insights into topics that have frustrated shoppers since the dawn of time. And her weekly contests and giveaways — which range from cotton scarves to summer frocks to hefty gift cards — are not to be missed.

“Miss” James Kicinski of Bleubird Vintage
Chic baby mama. Vinyl record collector. Frilly knicker designer. Miss James is a retro inspiration — and a drop-dead gorgeous one, at that. In addition to writing about her latest Etsy obsessions and selling dreamy vintage-inspired collections through her online shop, James also blogs over at N.E.E.T. magazine. Best of luck as she stylishly feathers the nest for her new baby (due in July). What a busy little bird!

*This post was written by Alexandra Franzen for the CRAVE company:

ALEXANDRA FRANZEN is a writer + editor + organization freak. She designs rockstar resumes, leads personal branding jam sessions, writes marketing copy and teaches wallflowers how to hustle like a gangsta’. You can find her blogging up a storm at Unicorns for Socialism and tweeting away @alex_franzen.

Ladies! Summer weddings are in full swing, which means gathering the gal pals and having a fabulous bachelorette party to celebrate your friend’s finals days of freedom before they take the plunge. There are many different ideas as to what is included in a bachelorette party, but one thing is always consistent. Lingerie! No lady can have enough, therefore we have scoured L.A. and found some places we CRAVE to get our next set of delicates from as well as other gifts for your bride-to-be!

Faire Frou Frou
This is the ultimate luxury lingerie boutique. They specialize in unique intimate apparel and lounge wear.  This award winning shop is a visual treat showcasing the world’s top lingerie designers. Your bride-to-be will love any of the delicates offered here. They are sophisticated as well as sexy and comfortable. What more could you ask for?! To find out more about them see their website.

Jenette Bras
Now ladies if the bride-to-be is an exceptionally busty gal, then this is the place to find what she needs! They offer LA’s finest selection of D-K cup brassieres. They are sweet, sassy, and extremely comfortable. Make an outing for the experience and go in with some gals to get fitted. Its a fun way for your friend to find the perfect fitting lingerie. To see more check them out here!

Strip Waxing and Lingerie Boutique
This boutique offers an array of sexy lingerie for your special bride-to-be as well as another fabulous service, waxing! Grab a gift certificate and your bride will truly be thankful for your sweet gift. They provide the best and least-painful waxing experience, which is something every woman CRAVEs. To see more about them, look on their website here.