Lauren
Ellman

Lauren Dana Ellman is a New York-based writer and editor specializing in all things travel, beauty, shopping, and wellness. Among her most toxic traits are making online shopping, watching Ted Lasso, and being a dog mom her entire personality (sorry, not sorry). Follow her on IG (@laurenvellman), where she's way cooler compared to IRL.

Stuff I Wrote

No, I Wont Work Out With You... Unless It's Flamingo Yoga

By Lauren Ellman

By "exercise" do you mean hanging out with birds on the beach??

Your High School Beauty Routine Just Got A Major Glow-Up

By Lauren Ellman

In partnership with Victoria's Secret PINK. Remember the (v cringe) days of middle school and high school, where your version of ~glam~ meant flat-ironing your bangs, hitting the tanning bed (oof), wearing purple eyeshadow, and, ofc, spraying on way too much perfume-slash-body mist?

The Best Glamping Hotels If You’d Rather Die Than Camp Without AC Or Wifi

By Lauren Ellman

Glamping has become increasingly popular over the past year amongst travelers looking to ~retreat to nature~.

The Ultimate Guide To Maui, Where You Can Live Out Your "White Lotus" Fantasies

By Lauren Ellman

IDK who needs to hear this, but you need to add Maui to your travel bucket list, like, asap.

The Betches Guide to Newport, RI, Where You Can Live Out Your Coastal Granny Dreams

By Lauren Ellman

With its gorg Gilded-Aged mansions, uber-luxe hotels, fantastic food and drink offerings, and, ofc, stunning scenery, Newport is just as popular as ever — albeit with a new generation of travelers.

5 Fantastic ‘Fits for Festival Szn

By Lauren Ellman

In partnership with Victoria’s Secret PINK. Festival szn is here (finally!), but you don’t actually have to rough it out in the desert or scorching sun to serve some epic looks.

These Looks Prove You Can Be Confident and Cozy At The Same Damn Time

By Lauren Ellman

In partnership with Victoria's Secret PINK. We don’t know who needs to hear this, but you don’t need to spend hours getting dressed or wear something uncomfortable (looking at you, @skinny jeans) in order to be confident and cute.

The Ultimate Betches Guide To Savannah And Charleston

By Lauren Ellman

Both Savannah and Charleston are amongst the most popular bachelorette party spots in the US. I mean, I dare you to order a drink every time you see one walk by and see what happens.

West Palm Beach Is Palm Beach's Cooler Cousin—Here's What To See And Do

By Lauren Ellman

If you’ve traveled to Palm Beach or even Boca Raton, chances are you’ve flown into West Palm Beach Airport.

The Ultimate Guide To Cancun, AKA The Unofficial Spring Break Capital

By Lauren Ellman

Spring break is just about here, and if you haven’t already, it’s time to start planning your vaca.

The Betches-Approved Guide To Boca Raton, Florida

By Lauren Ellman

It's officially Snowbird season, so you know what that means: Quite literally everyone and their mother from the Tri-state area is posting up in South Florida every chance they get.

The Only Guide To Washington, DC You’ll Ever Need

By Lauren Ellman

When you think of Washington, DC, the first things that often come to mind are history and politics—and while this is certainly true, our nation’s capital is surprisingly (dare I say?) trendy.

The Betches-Approved Guide To Everyone’s Fav NYC Getaway, The Catskills

By Lauren Ellman

The Catskills—about 100 miles from NYC—is easily accessible via car or train, making it an ideal weekend escape for those of us who live in a shoebox-sized apartment.

Just So You Know: Palm Beach Isn't Only For Your Grandparents Anymore

By Lauren Ellman

Yes, you read that headline correctly.