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

Designer Oscar De La Renta: The Oscar Effect

Oscar de la Renta wishes he had the luxury of lying. Telling the truth hurts, especially in the fashion industry, where egos are more fragile than most. But this self-described “people person” has made it in his practice to never, ever tell a fib, even if it would benefit him to do so.

Haute Event: City of Hope Gala

The city of Los Angeles got just a little bit more hopeful last week when $6 million was raised during City of Hope’s Spirit of Life Gala. In addition to raising funds for the organization’s fight against cancer and critical diseases, the charity also honored Rob Light, CAA’s head of music and managing partner.

Oscar Nominee Amy Adams Named the Face of New Lacoste Fragrance

Lacoste has tapped four-time Oscar nominee Amy Adams as the face of its new fragrance. The A-list actress was announced this month as the face of Eau de Lacoste Pour Femme.

That’s Haute: A Slam Dunk, Hermès Unveils its Custom Basketball

For those who want to stay on top of their game in the hautest way possible, try shooting hoops with Hermès’ new bespoke basketball. The chic French label has unveiled the $12,900 ball in honor of its Sept. 4 Rodeo Drive boutique reopening. Made of blue calfskin, the orb uses the same hand-stitched technique as […]

Top 5, French Eateries, Night Clubs, Hotel In-Room Dining

FRENCH EATERIES Comma Ca 8479 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90069 323.782.1104 Lucques 8474 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90048310.395.0881 Studio at the Montage Laguna Beach 30801 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 949.715.6420 Melisse 1104 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401 310.655.0881 Bouchon 235 N Canon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 310.271.9910 Nightclubs […]

Haute 100 LA Update: Robert Pattinson Selling Los Feliz Home

Robert Pattinson is on the move. The 27-year-old English actor is selling his Los Feliz home to the tune of $6.75 million.

The Row Takes Over John Freida’s Former Melrose Space

The Row has finally found its LA home. Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen’s haute couture line is taking over the space formerly owned by John Freida on Melrose Place.

Woman of Substance, Karen Kubin: The Innovative Impresario of the San Francisco Opera Guild

It was La Bohème that first made her a die-hard opera fan. Ever since she wandered into a local movie theater in Granada Hills, Calif. during her high school years and caught a film adaptation of Puccini’s iconic four-act masterpiece, Karen Kubin has had a grand passion for opera. It is why she has faithfully […]

Travel: Lakeside Luxury, The Most Peaceful Place in Lake Tahoe

Those seeking a peaceful weekend away from the hustle and bustle of the city should opt for the serenity of Lake Tahoe, Nevada. America’s 27th largest lake is a mere three-hour drive from San Francisco; just far enough from home that you can truly feel like you’ve gotten away from it all. Regardless of when […]

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