You’re walking down the street, minding your own business, when a cloud of smoke hits you. It’s that familiar smell of Cali-bud no doubt, but this time, it’s mixed with the unmistakable Glamazon perfume by RuPaul. You look up. You can’t believe your eyes — the colorful hair, impeccable style, small waist and legs to high-heaven. She cocks her head and snaps her fingers.
“OKURRR!” she exclaims, now you know for sure, it’s the one and only 420 Queen: Laganja Estranja.
Laganja is not shy when it comes to her fondness for herb. I mean, heck, it’s in her namesake afterall. And with a name like Laganja Estranja, it’s no big surprise that the former RuPaul’s Drag Race contestant launched a brazen marijuana-themed jewelry and fashion line shortly after her Ru debut.
But that’s hardly the extent of Laganja’s weed obsession. The budding star not only sells weed-themed merchandise, she lives, breathes and sings 420.
So in honor of the world’s most important unofficial holiday, we caught up with Laganja and asked the expert her advice on all things dope and how to spend the perfect stoner day:
Laganja Estranja: The Hepburns make an exclusive selection of products with solventless ice water hash. Their products are available in LA at Buds & Roses Collective, La Luna Collective, Greenly, Alternative Herbal Health Services and Pasadena Landmark Research Collective.
Okay, so the PuffCo dab pen you ordered didn’t come on time, so you’ll be needing to grab some hardware to enjoy that dank you just procured. Here’s where to look for your glass, paper, vape pen and more.
The Venice Beach Boardwalk
Venice
LE: Not only is the boardwalk a great location, there are lots of small glass shops with character and culture. Last time I was shopping in Venice, I bought a Nectar Collector vape, which is a totally cool way of taking fat dabs while feeling like a butterfly.
LE: Munchies has the most amazing artisan glass. I was gagged! They sell Illadelphs and some of the most intricate pieces I've seen curated in a shop with an incredibly helpful and friendly staff!
LE: Check out Miss Mary Jane for their sickening apparel for the stoner girl! (Available online or in Denver at Oasis Cannabis Superstore) And naturally, www.laganjaestranja.com, worldwide, for sickening #stash.
Bud, check! Glass, check! Swag, check! OK, you’re ready. Now it’s time to blaze in style … but where?
Your living room
The couch
LE: My number one spot is at my house with friends! Here there is easy access to my favorite munchies, it’s safe and relaxed. I can wear my sweats, okurrr!
Melrose Trading Post
WEHO
LE: I like to hotbox in the car then go to destinations like Melrose Trading Post in LA or Pike Place Market if I’m in Seattle.
It's April 20th, 2016 and the bong is silhouetted against the morning light. For my first dab of the day, I choose a strong sativa by Hashbury Extracts from the comfort of my bed.
I’m San Francisco bound, and it's time for me to leave for the airport, so I light a deluxe joint by The Hepburns—perfect for special occasions. I share with my best friends while listening to Missy Elliott to get me hyped for the trip.
For the car, I pack my PuffCo pen loaded with shatter from a local dispensary. As I fly from LAX to SFO, I feel relaxed and ready to accomplish my day.
MID-DAY
When I land, the first treat I eat is 25-40 mg of a KIVA Confections chocolate bar. My favorite flavor is blood orange!
We spend hours in the beautiful sun, sharing the best medication California has to offer.
P.M.
I return to Beck's Motor Lodge to prepare for my show at the club Beaux.
All dabs are on deck when I hit the dance floor! After an invigorating show with my #BestBuds, I roll a blunt and enjoy some refreshing sparkling water.
I head back to the hotel, truly satisfied as I cuddle up with the newest episode of Dance Moms and Birthday Cake Oreos! The end to a perfect holiday!
Laganja & Gia Gunn, Image courtesy of Scotty Kirby
*Laganja will be performing with #TeamTooMuch (duo of Gia Gunn and Laganja Estranja) on 4/23 in Denver, and releasing a The Hepburns x Laganja Estranja pre-roll joint collab for RuPaul's Drag Con LA in May.
Althea Cho AKA Lady Lovesblood was devastated when Laganja Estranga left season 6 of RuPaul. Now, she anxiously awaits the day when she can keep ganja and Laganja close to her heart in the form a dope, dope necklace. (As soon as they are back in stock!) Follow her blazed trailing adventures on Instagram @LadyLovesblood or Twitter @Lady_Lovesblood.
Laguna Beach is a seaside resort city located in southern Orange County, California, in the United States. It is known for a mild year-round climate, scenic coves, and an artist community.
Pike Place Market is a public market overlooking the Elliott Bay waterfront in Seattle, Washington, United States. The Market opened August 17, 1907, and is one of the oldest continuously operated public farmers' markets in the United States.
Venice is a residential, commercial and recreational beachfront neighborhood on the Westside of the city of Los Angeles. Venice was founded in 1905 as a seaside resort town. It was an independent city until 1926, when it merged with Los Angeles.