Frankie Vano

I GOT A TEXTTTTT 📲 Love Island USA is back and what better way to celebrate than by going to a watch party! It’s a different experience watching with a group of strangers, but it really adds to the drama. With that said, here’s a list of watch parties across LA & OC so you can have the best Love Island summer ever 🌞💞

Everything that's in my work bag! I work in marketing in the live entertainment industry so some things in here are specific to that role!

Here's everything I have in my closet from my first ever big girl job! They're good staples and not too expensive. I'm 5'3" so I get pants in petite sizing or take it to get tailored.

Work trip must-haves! I have been on numerous work trips so I've pretty much perfected an effective routine and minimal travel pack list. Here are just a few of my travel related favs 🛩

Planning a last minute trip to France? Here are a few ideas of places to say, things to do, and restaurants to visit that made my trip last year during the Olympics so fun! Everything listed is in Paris and Nantes.

I spent a week in Lake Geneva (no, not the one in Switzerland. yes, the one in Wisconsin) and here's everything I did that I enjoyed! I myself am a tourist so I think other tourists would like this too.

Here's your guide to the BEST outdoor drinking spots in Los Angels County. I divided this guide into three sections based on the type of outdoor drinking area: patio, rooftop, and indoor/outdoor. If you have any outdoor spots you love that aren't on this list, comment it below and I'll try to check it out!

Here is a list of Filipino owned businesses to try in Los Angeles County! You can find restaurant, bar, coffee shop, and retail recommendations. They're all small businesses, too. I'm open to recommendations so please comment your favorite Filipino-owned businesses I should try out next :)

Going to UCLA in the fall? Or already go there but need new recs? Look no further, this is the list for you. This mega list is everything UCLA related that I loved (food places, coffee shops, dorm/apartment favs, etc) that I hope you'll love too! Feel free to ask any questions relating to UCLA/LA living and I'll happily answer.

Everything I'm wearing and bringing with me while running my very first half marathon! I started running at the beginning of this year and was determined to run a half. Now it's slowly approaching and I'm getting everything ready for it! I'm nervous but even more excited!!

I fell into the mid-20s to running pipeline. Signed up for a half-marathon, joined a run club, the whole shebang. Here's a list of beginner runner friendly items that have made my running journey slightly more bearable.

Collecting records isn't a cheap hobby, so I'm picky with what I purchase! Here are my absolute favorite albums that I've bought in physical form to have for years and years to come.

Here is a compilation of all of the white elephant gifts that will no doubt be “stolen” throughout the game. The best gifts are the gifts you'd buy yourself, so feel free to look through and let me know how your white elephant went!

As the year winds down, remind yourself of the health goals you set throughout the year and work on them! The days are only gonna get darker and I find that movement (even something as small as a 10 minute walk) really helps with my mental health this season. Here are a few recs that'll make working out during Fall fun :)

I LOVE Fall. Do I live somewhere that gets a real Fall? No. I live in Los Angeles. Do I do things to recreate the Fall feeling? Absolutely. So here's a list of everything I have and everything I do in SoCal to really get into a Fall state of mind! Feel free to leave other recs in the comments to

I'm incredibly lucky to have lived my entire life near the beach so frequent beach days are a must! Here are a few items that make my beach day experience better. Above everything, use sun protection!!

[ARCHIVE: The season is sadly over but I hope you found my list useful! It was so much fun connecting with strangers at watch parties over this TV show. Until next summer!] I GOT A TEXXXTTTTT ❤️‍🔥 Things are heating up on Love Island…what better way to watch this season than with fellow fans? I’ve compiled a list of watch parties I’ve found throughout LA (Los Angeles) and OC (Orange County)! If there are any watch parties I missed, please let me know! I’ll add it so more fans can connect IRL 💞

Everything I've been LOVING this July! There's no niche, just everything that's made my days a little brighter this month. From summer shows to summer sips, this list has everything you're looking for in summer. One more week left in the month so I might just add a few more recs by then! Keep an eye out for them 👀