Suzanne McKenzie

White lights glowing softly, the smell of pine and cinnamon in the air, the comfort of a fuzzy throw blanket — anyone can attest that the holidays are as much of a feeling as they are a series of dates on the calendar. But when you're striving for…

We're all familiar with The Dinner Date — crisp white tablecloths, wine lists as unpronounceable as they are unaffordable, stilted conversation that you're praying gets truncated by a well-meaning server. In our experience, dinner dates can leave a…

If there's one thing we're really, really good at, it's apologizing when we didn't do anything wrong. And who can blame us? As women, we grow up learning to go to great lengths to ensure that the people around us remain comfortable, unoffended, and…

Spring has officially arrived. And with it, longer days, blooming gardens, and the burning desire to freshen up your life, whatever that may mean for you. After a winter season that felt like it lasted 12 months, who can blame us for desperately…

When I arrived in New York City on a snowy New Year's Eve almost seven years ago, the last thing on my mind was taking care of myself. I was laser-focused on one thing and one thing only: making it work. Since then, life has felt like a wonderful…

Fact: Our mood influences pretty much everything we do, whether or not we're actually aware of it. The choices we make when it comes to music, clothing, even the people we hang out with — they're all inspired by the way we're currently feeling. So,…

California Avocados — we know them, we love them, we *literally* can't get enough of them. And who can blame us? The unique climate of rich soil, ocean breezes, and nothin'-like-it California sun all contribute to the making of this truly special…

Cat owners will agree: Each kitty you cross paths with in your lifetime is delightfully unique, from their coloring to their preferences to the pitch of their meows. Whether you're a lifelong cat parent or an aspiring owner, you can't deny that…

Here at Bustle, we believe that in order to truly live your best life, you have to begin by learning about — and learning from — the women who paved the way. That's why we teamed up with Lexus to highlight some incredible women who are pioneering…

Ah, a wintertime vacation. No matter where you live, there's just something about packing a bag, boarding a plane, and jetting off to a destination that feels like it's another world (even if it's just a state or two away). For a lot of people,…

To most of us, art exists as finished work. Whether it's hanging in a museum, spray painted on the side of a building, or printed on the front of a t-shirt, art as we know it is, well, usually in its final form. But it's crucial to remember that…

On a cold, rainy afternoon in Columbia, South Carolina, people filed into a cozy event space. They were all ages, from all walks of life, but they all had two things in common: The first, they were fans of singer and songwriter Daya (but come on,…

Getting dressed in the morning: It's one of the key pieces of your routine, but can also be the most stressful. Gone are the days when your parents laid out cute, matching outfits for you — or, simpler yet, when getting dressed consisted solely of…

Whether you're a seasoned pro or you've never set foot in a gym before, finding a balanced and healthy workout routine is pretty much always a challenge. Between long work hours, family obligations, and busy social calendars, it can be difficult to…

Dating can be many things, but it's always complicated — and not necessarily in a bad way. Whether you view it as a fun way to pass the time or as a means to achieve your lifelong love goals, the dating process is nuanced and complex every step of…

Everyone has that friend: the one who's the first to try out the latest wellness trend, is constantly swearing off her favorite foods in favor of the new, supposedly healthier versions, and is always signing up for that buzz-worthy (and sometimes…