Laura Schreffler, Editor-in-Chief

An explorer at heart (she's officially part of The Explorers Club, a prestigious society of scientists, travelers, adventurers, conservationists, and innovators) as well as proud member of Marquis Who’s Who 2025, Haute Living's Editor-in-Chief, Laura Schreffler, has covered travel, culture, and celebrity since 2003; she has officially been serving as Haute Media Group's talent booker since 2012. When she’s not hunting for the world’s best cocktail or jumping into the Antarctic Ocean, Laura is volunteering worldwide as an animal rescue advocate. Her motto: “Life is short – make it an adventure (but also, stay in a 5-star hotel)." IG: @laurainwonderland__

Posts by Laura Schreffler

What’s On My Desk: HALL Wines Owner Kathryn Walt Hall

Ever wonder what the most powerful leaders, business execs and celebrities keep on their desks? Well, we’re about to tell you. Our biweekly “What’s on My Desk” feature will take a look inside the offices and at the desks of the world’s most influential power players.

Haute Event: The 22nd Annual Alliance for Children’s Rights Gala

The Alliance for Children’s Rights organization had a big evening at its 22nd annual gala dinner on Monday, as $1.4 million was raised for child abuse prevention.

Haute 100 LA Update: James Franco Directs, Stars in New Gucci Ad

Jack of all trades James Franco is at it again: the 35-year-old actor, professor, producer, poet, photographer and artist not only stars in, but also directed, Gucci’s latest ad campaign.

Ellen DeGeneres Oscar Selfie Worth $1 Billion

It was the tweet that was seen around the world, and it’s worth more than its weight in gold.

Haute Event: Segerstrom Center for the Arts Celebrates Alvin Ailey

The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (AAADT) celebrated its sixth appearance at Segerstrom Center for the Arts with a chic soiree at South Coast Plaza’s Jewel Court.

Super Saturday Coming to LA

Ladies of Los Angeles, get ready: you’re about to embark on the shopping spree of a lifetime — and in the name of charity, too. For the first time ever this spring, Super Saturday, the annual summertime event of the Hamptons, is heading to LA.

Haute 100 LA Update: Simon Cowell Breaks Guinness World Record

Simon Cowell has inadvertently broken a Guinness World Record. The super-producer’s Got Talent franchise officially became the world’s most successful reality TV format, and thus found its home Guinness Book of World Records.

Haute Event: Nelson Mandela’s Family Honored at 29th Annual Odyssey Ball

Nelson Mandela’s family members were honored with the “True Grit” Humanitarian Award at the 2014 Odyssey Ball over the weekend.

Legendary French Eatery L’Orangerie Returning to LA

For those whose tears flattened their souffles upon hearing that LA’s iconic French eatery, L’Orangerie, was closing in 2006 after 29 years of business, we have news that might brighten your day.

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