Surprising Trends in LA

Just Fake It: Coming to LA

Welcome to the very first episode of "Just Fake It: Coming to LA," hosted by Nora and Maryna. Today, we embark on a journey through the streets of Los Angeles, the city of dreams, exploring eye-opening trends, and the perpetual chase of what's next. From the high-end grocery aisles of Erewhon to the latest fitness crazes, LA is a melting pot of cultures, ideas, and yes, a fair bit of pretension. But what's it really like to navigate these trends? Are we genuinely embracing them, or are we just, well, faking it?

In this episode, we dive deep into the essence of being trendy in LA, the allure of status symbols, and the surprising realities that lie behind the glamorous Instagram posts. From $17 smoothies to cold plunge pools and the cultural phenomena that shape our decisions, join us as we explore what it means to follow trends, the importance of staying true to oneself, and the curious case of borrowed luxury.

Show Notes:

• Introduction to "Just Fake It: Coming to LA" – Meet your hosts, Nora from Kazakhstan and Maryna from the Ukraine who came to Los Angeles and became friends at film school.
• The LA Brand – Unpacking the brand that is Los Angeles, from its global influence to the local obsessions that define its unique character.
• Erewhon: More Than Just a Grocery Store – A firsthand look at the phenomenon of Erewhon, where groceries meet luxury, and a simple smoothie can set you back more than you'd think.
• The Power of Trends – Delving into how trends shape our identities and decisions, from fashion to food, and the thin line between authenticity and pretension.
• Authenticity in a World of Trends – Discussing the importance of staying true to oneself amidst the whirlwind of social media-driven trends.
• The Cultural Exchange of Trends – Exploring how trends travel across the globe, morphing and adapting to new cultures, and sometimes, getting lost in translation.
• Trends as a Double-Edged Sword – The positive and negative impacts of chasing trends, and how they influence our well-being and self-perception.
• Conclusion – Wrapping up with personal reflections on living in a trend-driven city and the future of trends in our lives.

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