Luciana Bellini is a long-time journalist and editor with over a decade of experience in both print and digital on titles including British GQ, Tatler and The Telegraph. After graduating from Cambridge University with a Master’s Degree in English, she joined British GQ as the magazine’s Features Assistant before moving two floors up at Vogue House to work on the features desk at Tatler, where she was the title’s Assistant Editor for three and a half years before taking over as Deputy Editor of Tatler.com.
After almost seven years reporting on the trials and tribulations of the British upper classes, Luciana moved to Los Angeles where she stayed on as Tatler’s LA Correspondent, as well as writing regular articles for Sunday Times Style, The Times and The Telegraph. She now splits her time between London and LA, working freelance for a variety of publications, including Condé Nast Traveller, The Times, London Evening Standard, Grazia, Glamour, Tatler, and The Telegraph. You can find a selection of her journalism by clicking the buttons below.
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CONDÉ NAST TRAVELLER
The best hotels in California
With its vibrant cities, golden sandy beaches, rolling surf and craggy mountain ranges, the sun-soaked state of California really does have it all – including some of the finest hotels in America.
The Prince and Princess of Wales' 8 favourite travel destinations
Kate and William love to travel – here's where they go when they're not working
The best hotels near Buckingham Palace
As the excitement for King Charles III’s Coronation on Saturday 6 May continues to grow, all eyes turn to Buckingham Palace, the home of our new monarch.
The best things to do in Los Angeles
With surf, sea and sun on tap, there's plenty of amazing things to do in the home of Hollywood.
The best family friendly hotels in Paris
Travelling with children in tow? These are the Parisian hotels ready to cater to all types of families.
The Queen Consort's 5 favourite places in the world
From island hopping in Greece to long walks in the Scottish countryside.
LONDON EVENING STANDARD
Where do Harry and Meghan go from here?
Their claims of a ‘near-catastrophic car chase’ have raised questions about the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s longterm game plan and the drama that seems to follow them.
Fergie: doomed to be the eternal royal pariah?
She’s been the royal family’s persona non grata for decades — just when things were beginning to thaw, Sarah Ferguson has been snubbed from the Coronation. Luciana Bellini on the Duchess of York’s tricky relationship with The Firm.
‘Cruel punishment’: what’s next for the Duke and Duchess of Montecito?
They’ve been booted out of their UK home and face plummeting popularity on both sides of the Atlantic. But Harry and Meghan won’t be down for long.
Inside the Princess of Wales’ inner circle
It’s clear Kate and Meghan never got on, but the princess has a loyal group of childhood mates to lean on. Luciana Bellini has a who’s who of her gang.
Heroes and villains — how did Harry’s inner circle fare in Spare?
From former nannies to ex-girlfriends and best friends, few were spared from the duke’s explosive tell-all memoir.
Meghan Markle’s Archetypes podcast: Every episode, ranked!
Luciana Bellini unpacks all nine episodes so you don’t have to, from the Duchess’s key takeaways to the best lines from her guests.
TATLER
An insider’s guide to Montecito: The groomed California neighbourhood that Harry and Meghan call home
Everything you need to know about the star-studded Santa Barbara community.
Catherine Oxenberg on how she tried to save her daughter from a cult
Catherine Oxenberg played a disappeared daughter in prime-time Eighties soap Dynasty—then eight years ago her own child, India, joined Nxivm. She talks exclusively to Luciana Bellini about her desperate bid to save her.
Who are the power players on the Los Angeles social scene?
Want to land an invitation to LA’s most illustrious parties? The first challenge is to cosy up to these power players.
The Tatler verdict on Soho Warehouse in Downtown LA
This new addition to the Soho House empire does not disappoint.
California Dreaming: The ultimate 'Big Little Lies' road trip
Inside the quaint seaside town where this summer’s biggest show was filmed.
GLAMOUR
As a mother who spent three weeks in the ICU with her newborn baby, the Lucy Letby case chills me to my core
I could have easily found myself in the same situation as those grieving parents.
The post-natal depression pandemic: Why is no one talking about the mental health fallout of mums who gave birth during Covid?
"Studies are suggesting up to 50% of pregnant and new mothers are experiencing high levels of depression and anxiety. We would usually expect this to be somewhere around 15 – 20%."
‘A fundamental mothering experience had been snatched from me’: Why we need to talk about breastfeeding grief
In the UK, almost half of women who start out breastfeeding have stopped by six weeks.
The government has announced that the beauty industry is back in business…
… and we couldn't be happier. Race you to the salon!
What it really feels like to be pregnant in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic
Throw in the fear that you could at any moment catch a life-threatening virus and it almost becomes too much to handle.
Focus supplements, vie healing & somadome meditation: The wacky wellness trends coming to the UK from LA
We're so ready.
THE TELEGRAPH
The best bars in Los Angeles
Discover the hottest nightlife spots in the city – and how to get in.
The best shopping in Los Angeles
From fabulous boutiques to flea markets, discover the city's top retail spots.
The best things to do in Los Angeles
From sunset hiking to street food, spend your time in the City of Angels at these top attractions.
The 11 best restaurants in Los Angeles
The coolest places to eat in all the best neighbourhoods in the City of Angels.
How to spend a perfect weekend in Los Angeles
An insider guide to the City of Angels – and where to dine, drink and spend your days.
Why love-it-or-hate-it Los Angeles is better than New York
In our comprehensive ranking of the world’s greatest cities, this gem came top for its perfect climate, long beaches and daring arts scene.
THE GLOSSARY
Inside the colour-filled world of interior designer Sophie Ashby
The interior designer shares the inspiration behind her aesthetic and why art will always be her first love.
Emma Corrin on gender fluidity and bringing Virginia Woolf to the West End
Britain’s brightest young actor is turning heads in a vibrant new adaptation of Virginia Woolf’s Orlando.
Floral stylist Willow Crossley on creating a lifestyle brand and the healing power of nature
The royal family approved florist shares the inspirations behind her wild, sustainable designs.
Frieze Sculpture returns to Regent’s Park with a riot of colour and whimsical works
The world-renowned outdoor art exhibition is back with a bang in September.
Alice Naylor-Leyland’s top tablescaping tips to bring the joy of spring indoors this Easter
We speak to the lifestyle doyenne about style, starting a business and the perfect table setting.
Inside Poppy Delevingne’s colourful west London home
The model and actress tells us about the inspiration behind her eclectic aesthetic and where she shops for vintage pieces.
THE SUNDAY TIMES STYLE
Megan and Harry: what will their LA life be like?
It has been four months since the Sussexes hit Los Angeles. So what could Meghan’s social diary look like? LA reporter Luciana Bellini asks the insiders for their expert predictions of the spas, bars and shamans (yes, shamans) the duchess will be visiting. Prepare for Fomo.
Interview: Euphoria star Hunter Schafer on transitioning in high school and working with Zendaya
“Did you see last night’s episode of Euphoria?” In juice bars and nail salons, Uber rides and yoga classes, it’s all anyone in Los Angeles is talking …
Rapper Lizzo talks fashion, self-love and body image ahead of her new album
The first thing I notice about Lizzo is the pink sparkly headband, with fluffy springs protruding like antennae, perched on top of her head.She catches me looking at it …
The kitchen makeover that will make you eat more healthily
… the vegetable,” Schreibeis Smith says. “And if it can’t be automated then it needs to be joyful. It should help nourish your soul before you nourish your body.”
THE TIMES
Where to stay on the Californian coast: the Pacific Coast Highway’s coolest hotels
The Pacific Coast Highway between Los Angeles and San Francisco is one of the classic American road trips. Luciana Bellini knows the best pitstops.
GRAZIA
Is It Selfish To Have An Only Child?
One writer explains why she's in the 'one and done' club — but still has to explain her choice to others.
6 Ways To Help A Grieving Child
Grief expert Julia Samuel explains how to help your child through the grieving process (when you're going through it too).
GQ
Elon Musk: 'SpaceX is in a different league to people like Richard Branson'
The PayPal founder, who now runs space-exploration firm SpaceX and electric car company Tesla Motors, explains how to send a start-up stratospheric and outlines his own Mars mission...
BRITISH AIRWAYS HIGH LIFE
California
Beyond Hollywood, sandy beaches and tech startups, it’s home to some of the wellness industry’s most successful regimes. Join us on a tour of The Golden State’s newest offerings…
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