What I’m ferociously editing from my life to start fresh & streamline focus in 2026

I really love streamlining and simplifying my life. It makes my intentions clear and there is no noise to distract me from what I want to achieve. Removing people and things that do not serve me are my top priority for 2026, because I am preparing for soft retirement with still building a community that reaches as many It Girls as possible. 

Here is what I am editing and focusing on in 2026.

Champagne

I used to think champagne was glamorous as this is the alcohol I do reach for twice a year – on my birthday and New Years. This year, I had the flu and stayed in so I am wholeheartedly relieved I did not have to jump up and down when the ball dropped in a scantily clad gown just to prove to myself that I am still glamorous.

Sometimes the glamorous decision is taking care of your health so you can show up for yourself the next day as your most polished version of you. I rather get my beauty sleep and be in a good mood without having to recover. Being sexy and seen is fabulous, but I am going to be 31 this year and am preserving my energy for a really big celebration worth the energy. Whenever that comes, I will be prepared and it will be a comfortable, warm one.

International Trips

If you have been following me for a while – since my days on my original Instagram account where I deliberately posted from a new country and travelled thousands of miles each month – you will know that I sincerely do not care about extensively travelling. I lived all over Western and Central Europe, East Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa, and South America for months and years. 

Posting glamorous things to do from various parts of the world do not interest me as much as it is quite the hassle and I want to fixate on slowing down and settling down. Yes, there are places I still would like to venture, but I am captivated by specific locations that are not the first obvious idea. Because I’ve probably already lived there. 

Start saying I’m an etiquette consultant IRL

This is going to sound odd, but when people ask me what I do, I say I am a blogger. The first reason why is because my outfits noticeably stand out when at a get together or online. Secondly, it intimidates people when I share this information. They have no idea what to say next or have 1,000 questions asking for tips for themselves, their children, and when my next lessons are. 

My goal is to make people feel as comfortable as possible when I meet them, so this is a no-no for me. However, I noticed I water myself down to try to be relatable. I go into a deep dive on how to be relatable without watering yourself down in The It Girl School so you stand out in a positive light, yet still invite others to make them feel seen. It is important that I am proud of who I am, my formal education, and how I’ve built resources to help everyone who welcomes it. 

Promoting my community shamelessly

I am not the type of individual to hand out business cards or social cards. This is what Instagram is for versus the intimate degree of your phone number. It is the perfect shield to only let into your world what you wish others to see with a bit of distance. Privacy is platinum. 

If people really want to reach me, they can do so in The Socialite Society which is part of The It Girl School. I am kidding of course. My dad always said when you have mastered a skill, it is important to share your talents with the world, because some people do not ever get to experience that present in person. 

The benefits of my new community are gifts that keep on giving and I know for a fact that I have already changed a handful of lives simply by offering what I can as much as possible. Showing up is all I have to do and it blesses others immensely. 

Shifting communication from my male friends to their WAGs

A handful of the friends I have had for almost a decade are males who are genuine friends. They have gotten me through my most difficult times and helped me grow in business, health, friendship, and countless more. We have typically been partnered since we have become close and now that everyone has found their lifetime love with rings and babies, it is important for me to connect with their wives and girlfriends as opposed to them. 

The goal is not to keep the males in my life as close as before, but to grow and foster feminine friendships with their lovely counterparts. This will take years but I am willing to take that chance, because I want them in my life to let them know they can count on me. They have supported and nurtured me so much throughout the years. It would be impossible to repay them, but I will give it my best effort.

Embrace the haters.

Simply put, I have heard in many orientations that when you have haters, you are doing something right. It means whatever you are saying is triggering a reaction in people so strongly that they either encourage you or project their issues onto you even though it has nothing to do with you. 

Sometimes people think I will not respond, but I see each and every comment on each platform and try to understand where the judgements are coming from. Did I post something genuinely offencive? It’s possible. But I stick to my guns, because I would do the same in reality not backing down unless for good reason. 

Rebuild my wardrobe

I was relying on style the past year. I am still missing a lot of functional gear for the seasons to simply survive. This needs to be fixed. Stay updated as I share my wishlist daily on my LTK @LaGiaGarcia and model them on my Instagram.

There are so many chic necessities I have my eye on and I made space in my closet for these upcoming picks! I have to be wise, because I do not care for taking up too much closet space. A few days ago, I did an inventory of my entire wardrobe and put the clothes I want to donate to women’s shelters in my car. 

Remember: Goodwill takes your items for free and is up-charging an insane amount lately. Women’s shelters always need clothes and one or two outfits can mean a successful job interview that could change a woman’s life and her family’s. 

Take hair care and nail care seriously

I already have a handle on my nails but I still want to level up my cuticle care and hydration because I find myself washing my hands more often in the dry weather. Cold and dry are not a good combination, so I am going to grow my glove collection, cuticle oil, and hand moisturiser. Hand care is no joke. 

As for hair care, I did a 30 days of fabulous challenge only to find out the longer my hair gets, the more maintenance I need. In addition, my hair became super dry from styling it with heat. I have a few tools that will be presented in an upcoming post. 

For the past few months, I have been doing research on a handful of different hair salons, their services, and figuring out what my hair needs before committing to a place. 

The thing is I already have a brilliant woman @hairbyryanw in Burbank, California whom I highly recommend. She works so fast and is so professional and kind. There are techniques she uses that I never would have thought of and she keeps your scalp clean with no dye on your head protecting your head carefully. 

She is my first choice, however she works on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. It does not always fit my schedule, but we will see how things change in 2026. I think I can make her offerings a priority, because she is 1,000 times worth it over taking time to figure out if I can trust someone with my tresses. 

Stepping into 2026 with more glam, elegance, and clarity than ever

As I step into 2026, I’m choosing intentionality over everything else—curating a life that honors my energy, my values, and the woman I’m becoming. This isn’t about deprivation or restriction; it’s about making space for what truly matters by releasing what no longer serves me. 

Every edit is a deliberate act of self-respect. I am excited to share this journey with you in The It Girl School, where we will continue exploring how to streamline our lives without sacrificing sophistication. 

Here is to a year of clarity, confidence, and unapologetic authenticity—where you say more with less, and every choice reflects the elevated life constantly in progress. What are your edits for 2025? I’d love to know more in the comments below. 

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