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: Mr. Chow Co-Founder Michael Chow

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: Celebrity Couples Have Haute Date Night at Producer Jennifer Klein’s Annual Holiday Party

Jennifer Klein’s haute annual holiday party was the go-to destination for celebrity couples on Saturday. Christina Aguilera and Matthew Rutler, Chris Evans and Minka Kelly, Christina Hendricks and Geoffrey Arend as well as Lauren Graham and Peter Krause all enjoyed the seasonal festivities at Klein’s private home.

Haute Chef: ‘Top Chef’ Star Chris Crary to Helm + Partner in Members-Only Club 41 Ocean

Chris Crary, Haute Living’s pick for rising chef of 2012, is making major moves in the food industry. The Viceroy’s chef de cuisine will not only be the head chef at Santa Monica’s newest members-only club, 41 Ocean, but he’ll be a partner in the business, as well.

Haute 100 LA Update: Alan Horn Reveals How He Kept ‘Star Wars VII’ Secret

George Lucas made headlines when it was announced that, not only was he selling Lucasfilm to Disney, but that a seventh Star Wars film was about to be made. But how did this hush-hush deal manage to remain a secret in Hollywood? According to Disney chief Alan Horn, the formula was quite simple. “We threatened everybody with a blast from the Death Star!” he joked at a recent party in Beverly Hills.

Top 5 Best Bakeries in Los Angeles

Check out the top 5 best bakeries in LA!

Haute Event: Reese Witherspoon Honored at March of Dimes Luncheon for Perfect Parenting Skills

Reese Witherspoon has received the highest honor any mother could receive: she’s been dubbed a perfect parent. The Southern belle was feted by the March of Dimes, the leading non-profit organization for pregnancy and baby health, at their 7th annual Celebration of Babies luncheon on Friday.

Haute Hotel: St. Regis Monarch Beach is a Winter Wonderland

Those who wish to get in the holiday spirit this year need only to book a room at the St. Regis Monarch Beach. With its glittering twinkling lights, festive ribbons and seasonal accoutrements, the resort itself looks like one giant gift — and that’s before you’ve even set foot inside.

Haute 100 LA Update: Eli Broad Inaugurates New Michigan State University Art Museum

Eli Broad’s alma mater now has an art museum in his name. The Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum at Michigan State University is officially open to the public.

Haute Event: Lexus Hosts Evening at Chateau Marmont in Celebration of ‘Silver Linings Playbook’

On-again couple Bradley Cooper and Zoe Saldana were all smiles over the weekend as they attended a special event for his Oscar-worthy new film, Silver Linings Playbook. The two posed happily at the Chateau Marmont-held bash, which was thrown by the Weinstein Company, Lexus and Purity vodka.

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