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Erica Johnson was born and raised in Southern California. Erica enjoys writing for all mediums and is a Mogul Influencer on Mogul.com with her blog, "Champagne, Dark Chocolate & Hormones". Erica loves animals, reading, fashion and working out and is a true PBS Addict. Erica lives in Rancho Santa Margarita with her Husband and their Husky, Sierra Miss. After successfully blending their family of 6 kids-now ages 18-28- they are looking forward to traveling and going to Brunch more often.

5 Poses An LA Yogi Does to Get Serious #AbGoals

Erica Johnson
August 9, 2018
Try This to Keep Up That Summer Bod Written By: Erica Johnson Photographed By: Travis McCoy Best Yoga for Abs Expert: Natasha Snow Needles Credentials: Director of Yoga, SoHo Yoga Hermosa Beach and DTLA ... Read More
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Rival the Jenners With These 3 Coachella Hair Trends

Erica Johnson
April 4, 2018
Be the Envy of Festival Goers With Lavender Salon Written By: Erica Johnson Coachella Ready Hair Be honest, when you think of Coachella, what’s the first thing that pops into your mind? Most likely, it ... Read More

Spend the Day in Newport on a James Bond-Style Yacht

Erica Johnson
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Either for a Three-Hour Jaunt or a Day in Catalina, This Yacht Will Turn Heads Written By: Erica Johnson Photography Provided By: David Coyne We’ve all had James Bond fantasies over the years—imagining wha... Read More

Ditch Your Old Couch! Malden Station Apartments Has Your Next Home Furnished

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October 17, 2017
Elizabeth McDonald Shares Why You’ll Want to Move to Malden Station Apartments Written By: Erica Johnson Photographed By: Mathew Martinez Expert: Elizabeth McDonald Credentials: Property Manager of Malden... Read More

Looking for Your Next Apartment? Look No Further Than Irvine Company Apartment Communities

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Bruno Viterbo Talks All Things Design Written By: Erica Johnson Photographed By: Nathan Whelan Irvine Company Apartment Expert: Bruno Viterbo Credentials: VP Design, Apartment Design Studio at Irvine Co... Read More

This Father Son Duo of HÔM Sotheby’s International Realty Will Help You Find Your Orange County Dream Home

Erica Johnson
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John and Tyler Stanaland Talk Home Trends Written By: Erica Johnson Photographed By: Krizia Loechle John and Tyler Stanaland Expert: John and Tyler Stanaland Credentials: Realtors for HÔM Sotheby’s Intern... Read More

Orange County’s Cannery Village Casegoods Aim to Deliver Fine, Eco-Friendly Furniture

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You’re Going to Love These Pieces Written By: Erica Johnson Photographed By: Nathan Whelan Expert: Andrew Ilsley Cannery Village Casegoods Credentials: Owner of Cannery Village Casegoods Q: How did... Read More

Get Your Orange County Home Sparkling Clean With SayClean

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Chris Milosch and Brock Meintel Share How They Created Their Amazing Cleaning Service Written By: Erica Johnson Photographed By: Nathan Whelan Expert: Chris Milosch and Brock Meintel Credentials: Senior A... Read More

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October 12, 2017
Mindy Gayer of Mindy Gayer Design Co. is Going to Help Revamp Your Interiors Written By: Erica Johnson Photographed By: Nathan Whelan Expert: Mindy Gayer Design Mindy Gayer Design Credentials: Owner of Mi... Read More

Grab Your Workout Buddy, Total Training Fitness Opens New Costa Mesa Location

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Get Fit With HIIT at Total Training Fitness Written By: Erica Johnson Photographed By: Ed Visions When is the last time you got your HIIT on? For those that don’t know, HIIT stands for High Intensity Inter... Read More

Whether You’re 19 or 94, Pilates On Purpose is Going to be Your Go-To

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Darci Brawley Talks Everything Pilates Written By: Erica Johnson Photographed By: Erik Isakson Expert: Darci Brawley Credentials: Owner of Pilates On Purpose   Q: With all the ways there are ... Read More

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This “America’s Got Talent” Star Will Blow Your Mind Written By: Erica Johnson Photographed By: Erik Isakson Expert: Sofie Dossi Credentials: Contortionist, Hand Balancer and Aerialist Q: When di... Read More

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Kori Strobl, Nicolette David and Shina Chen Share How They Created This Popular Yoga Studio Written By: Erica Johnson Photographed By: Randi Slusher Experts: Kori Strobl, Nicolette David and Shina Chen ... Read More

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Lee Braun and Ken Arsenian Talk Shop Written By: Erica Johnson Photographed By: Nathan Whelan Experts: Lee Braun and Ken Arsenian Credentials: Owners of Perspire Sauna Studio Q: What drew you to... Read More

Argh Matey! Edward Bangasser is Living a Pirate’s Life

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Check Out What it Takes to be a Pirate Written By: Erica Johnson Photographed By: Nathan Whelan Expert: Edward Bangasser Credentials: Show Manager at Pirate’s Dinner Adventure Q: How did you becom... Read More

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Get the Inside Scoop on What it Takes to be a Professional GoPro Photographer Written By: Erica Johnson Photographed By: Giuseppe DeMasi The Expert: Robbie Crawford Credentials: GoPro Action Cam Speciali... Read More

This Artist’s Beautiful Work Will Have You First in Line for Her New Book

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Jenna Rainey of Mon Voir and “Everyday Watercolor” Shares Her Talent Written By: Erica Johnson Photographed By: Andrea Domjan Expert: Jenna Rainey Credentials: Owner and Creative Director of Mon Voir and ... Read More

Add These Pool Floats to Your Summer Must-Haves

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July 19, 2017
Be the Most Stylish Person in the Water With Float Naked Written By: Erica Johnson California kids usually have one thing in common: a deep love for the water. For Cooper Waterman, founder of Float Naked, a... Read More

Combatant Gentlemen Bring Stylish Suits and Affordable Prices to Orange County

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April 17, 2017
Located in Costa Mesa and Irvine, Pick Out Your Perfect Suit Written By: Erica Johnson Photographed By: Ian Robinson Combatant Gentlemen In Orange County, we are used to seeing everyone from surfer kids to... Read More

The Balboa Craft Beer Festival is Back!

Erica Johnson
March 14, 2017
Enjoy Craft Beer, Games, Music, and More at the Balboa Craft Beer Festival Written By: Erica Johnson Balboa Village Beer Fest If you’ve ever spent time at Balboa Village, you know the vibe is relaxed and th... Read More

Room&Board’s 2017 Collection Meets All of Your #DecorGoals

Erica Johnson
February 1, 2017
With a Focus on American-Made Products and Quality Service, the Company Pairs Beauty With Intentionality Written By: Erica Johnson Room&Board Costa Mesa I’m warning you….when you walk into the Room&a... Read More

TPT Home & Garden Is Your Destination for Holiday and Home Decor

Erica Johnson
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Company Boasts New Larger Showroom for the Holidays Written By: Erica Johnson Photographed By: Mathew Martinez  TPT Home & Garden Holiday cheer, delicious treats and the best decor and accessories in O... Read More

The Lighthouse Bayview Cafe at Marina Park Debuts New Nightly Dinner Specials

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November 2, 2016
Try the New Mouthwatering Monday to Sunday Deals This Local Cafe Written By: Erica Johnson Photographed By: Adam Gil Lighthouse Bayview Cafe There is no shortage of outstanding restaurants in Newport Beach... Read More

10 Reasons to Treat Yourself to a Renaissance ClubSport Membership

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From Fitness to Spa Time, This is Your Relaxation Destination Written By: Erica Johnson Renaissance ClubSport Photographed By: Chris Straley Located in the heart of South Orange County’s business corrido... Read More

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I Tried it: Blown Away Beauty Bar Braiding Class Written By: Erica Johnson Braiding Class Photographed By: Andrea Domjan If you are anything like me—in possession of a difficult, curly, thick head of h... Read More

5 Fabulous Places in Orange County to Restore After You Sun Your Buns

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Everything From Getting Rid of Unwanted Spots to Rejuvenating Your Mind Health and Wellness in Orange County Written By: Erica Johnson Health and Wellness in Orange County So you’ve spent the entire summer ... Read More

Five Crowns Reaffirms its Royalty Status With New Renovations

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Five Crowns Restaurant Gets a New Look Written By: Erica Johnson Five Crowns For half a century, Five Crowns has been a truly unique dining experience that features great food in a great spot on East Coas... Read More

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