Meet Kimberley Bosso | Beauty Entrepreneur and Wanderluster

We had the good fortune of connecting with Kimberley Bosso and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Kimberley, can you tell us about an impactful book you’ve read and why you liked it or what impact it had on you?
I’ve read heaps of intriguing books in my life! A little fun fact: I used to model for the covers of Harlequin romance novels back in the day! I know, I know.. cheesy but SO much fun shooting them with the crew! It was wild walking through Barnes and Noble each time a book would come out and I’d see myself playing the role of a femme fatale in the hunky arms of a hot man. Good times.
I used to love fiction, and I can still get into some NY times bestsellers, but what really grabs me are autobiographies. I have a bit of a healthy obsession.
Among the piles and piles that I’ve read, one that was enthralling to me is Eat Pray Love by Elizabeth Gilbert.
Her book came to me at a time when there was love and loss in my life. I remember healing my emotions at Miraval Spa in Tucson and how I hung on every word in that book. Each day by the pool I read it as slow as possible because I didn’t want it to end. I could relate to the author in various phases in her life and her mindset. And I loved her insight. What an amazing writer. I love her book Big Magic too, which is my current read.
Being a solo traveler in my 20’s and 30’s and exploring other countries feeling hungry to experience as much as I could about their cultures and the world, were such parallels between Liz and I. Having that yearning feeling that there was so much more to life than LA and the urge to just do it without hesitance resonated with me.

Any book Brooke Shields writes I buy. I’ve read all three of hers. In her book, There was a little girl, I discovered our lives are so relatable in a plethora of ways. I identified a lot about what she experienced growing up and even when she got into motherhood later in her life.
I read it 3x! It was that good to me. It made me feel nostalgic.
Our Moms adored us and smothered us with love, but then the tables turned quickly where we had to fast become the adults at a young age. That’s just one part that I could identify with among many.

I couldn’t get enough of Viola Davis’ autobiography Finding Me. What a page turner! Her life story is fascinating from beginning to present. She’s a warrior. Her intelligence and resilience sucks you in. I listened to her book, and wow, does she know how to narrate and captivate you. It was so awesome listening to her before falling asleep. I’d re-listen the next night bc I didn’t know where I left off so I feel I listened to her book countless times, happily.

Although Of Human Bondage by W. Somerset Maugham isn’t an autobiography, it’s one of my favorite fiction books of all time.
The writing and story are brilliant. Me and my ex bf would lay in his cabin (on the ship when I was a performer) and read our books on sea days. It was quite romantic. I would be so deep into the character’s (Philip) life, I’d forget I was in the middle of the ocean. I can still smell the old tattered pages of that little paperback. It’s a read I encourage any bookworm to checkout. If you can find it used even better.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
I’ve learned an invaluable amount about business from my own research, trial and error, relationships with clients, and working with colleagues. One thing I did when I made my first export deal was hire a business consultant to help fill in gaps where I didn’t have the crucial knowledge it took to succeed internationally and surpass an ordinary level. I’m a very independent woman and sometimes it’s hard for me to seek assistance, but you’ve got to be able to loosen the reigns a little on yourself and let someone else’s brain power in where you lack. Trusting someone is scary, but there is no reward without risk. Just risk smart and make sure you can read people well and research their background thoroughly.

I did take business classes in college but honestly forgot most of that information unfortunately. As time passes you don’t retain specific knowledge unless you’re working with it on the daily right after college.
I was focused on creative endeavors then, but can confidently say I’d still recommend business school to anyone.
What you take from it is indispensable. You’ll always use it in any career you choose. In my next life I’m going to Wharton!

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
I’ve lived in L.A. more than any place in my life so I call myself a native and pretty much know it like the back of my hand. Over 3 decades I’ve seen a lot of changes so there’s a mix of classic spots and newer ones that I’ll list.
The amount of amazing places in LA to see and experience are countless but I’ll drop a few that stick out.

Crustacean Beverly Hills for mouth watering upscale dining experience.
I also love Tao (Hollywood) for a good scene and food. The Buddha there is giant!
Waldorf Astoria’s rooftop restaurant (Beverly Hills) is a great place to lunch with an unforgettable view.
I also like South Beverly Grill between noon and 2pm on weekdays where anyone who’s anyone is there creative brainstorming or closing deals while eating the best tuna tartare in town.
Honestly the amount of insanely talented chefs in LA would take days to list. We’re spoiled here. So many 5 star restaurants and happening places.

Century City Mall for shopping for just about anything you need.
I still am partial to Beverly Center though. It’s where my first job was in LA at Contempo Casuals dressing the windows. I remember seeing Drew Barrymore and Corey Feldman my first week working there. They came in all giggly probably up to no good. Lol

Equinox gym Beverly Hills or Weho. I used to go crazy with there Tread and Shed class after I had Brooklyn.

Soul Cycle for motivating spin classes with the best instructors and music.

Underwood Family Farms for fun day trips to pick your own organic veggies and fruits. Our go to place when Brooklyn was younger.

Griffith Park Observatory is a must see and a breath taking historic landmark that’s been in so many movies. When I was an actress my co-star and I would go up there to rehearse our scenes, then we’d go check out all the astronomy inside.
Can’t beat the view from there, but watch out for the bees when you hike!

Runyon Canyon for a great hike with also a spectacular view of LA. This place holds countless memories at different phases of my life. All my dogs loved it too.

Franklin Canyon for a more chill hike and to sit by the lake. Brooklyn and his little friends loved it there when he was a toddler. I’d pick him up at Coldwater Canyon preschool and head over to see all the turtles and ducks. They’d swim right over to us.

Long Beach Aquarium is one of the best aquariums you’ll visit and while you’re there you can take a boat ride over to Catalina for a day trip or lazy weekend. Just make sure you take Dramamine if the waters are choppy, or what I like to do, sit on the upper deck. I learned the hard way the first time! Sea sick mama and a rambunctious two year old do not mix!

The triangle in Beverly Hills to eat, shop, and get pampered at the best spas. Go to Wally’s for cheese and wine and a good atmosphere.
Also Mastros and Mr. Chow’s.
The Peninsula for brunch.
Bosso Makeup Beverly Hills for makeup before any big event. Makeup lessons and classes are popular too.

In the winter Mammoth Mountain is our favorite place to ski

Palm Springs is a great weekend getaway. Palm Canyon Dr has lovely shops and fun restaurants with street markets on weekends.
Palm Springs also has the tram to take you to the top of Jacinto mountain to hike the forrest there . The temp drops 20 degrees or more so always bring warmer clothes!

Sunset Strip is a must see for anyone who has never been to LA.
I also have taken people to Little Tokyo and Chinatown for some authentic Asian food and unique shopping

Back in the day I’d drag my friends with me to Millennium dance complex in Studio City. The classes and choreographers there are the best. Since I moved to LA I started there with ballet and jazz classes and later moved into hip hop when I got in the girl band back in the early 2000’s. Today I’m happily addicted to ballet again.

Lastly, if you can’t get enough of Broadway then go to The Pantages where there’s always a fabulous show like Wicked or the latest sensation.

Happy exploring!

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I’d like to acknowledge my talented and immensely insightful son Brooklyn Bosso. He’s been a musician from a young age and is super creative and inspiring. He started out learning piano by yours truly and then picked up violin and guitar along the way. Guitar is his focus and passion now. He was a working actor here in LA, but music quickly took over his heart. He’s only 13, but has his interests leaning towards a performing arts high school and music college like Berklee in Boston. I’m all for it! We’ll see where the road takes him.

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