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My Favorite Things

Following a tenure at Roberto Cavalli, Barbara Casasola debuted her eponymous collection in 2012. Over the decade-plus since, the Brazilian, Florence-based designer has never lost sight of her raison d’être: to complement—rather than reconstruct—a woman’s wardrobe. Emphasizing simplicity over spectacle, each of her nuanced foundations offers a quiet confidence—much like her favorite belongings, as shared below
Photo: Cecilie Jegsen (Casasola)

Il Buco Vita

From $20

Collepino Tapered Beeswax Candle

“These non-toxic candles create atmosphere and bring beauty and calm to dinnertime at the end of the day.”

Hatje Cantz

$75

Lina Bo Bardi: 100: Brazil’s Alternative Path to Modernism

“Lina was an architect and designer who created some of the most important Brazilian buildings and furniture. I did a Casasola campaign in her Glass House in São Paulo, and her Bola de Latão armchair is one of my most precious belongings.”

Armani Beauty

$58

Luminous Silk Golden Glow Highlighter

“As someone who doesn’t wear much makeup, this subtle glow is my favorite.”

Blundstone

$229.95

558 Chelsea Boots

“I’m out in the countryside a lot, and these are my go-to boots. They last forever and get better with age.”

Blackwing

$33

Pearl Pencils, Set of 12

“I use pencils to sketch. These are high-quality heritage classics that help get me in the mood.”

Santa Maria Novella

$90

Acqua di Rose Face Cream

“One of the great joys of living in Florence is being able to call Santa Maria Novella your local pharmacy. This is a lovely cream.”

Giannini

$179.95

103i Espresso Maker

“I love coffee—but it has to be made in a moka. This one is made of stainless steel, so I don’t have to worry about aluminum getting into my system. I also love the design.”

Casasola

$991

Classic Large Bucket Bag

“As a new mum, I wanted a bag that I could use everyday. Our Bucket Bag is made in Italy with super supple but practical grain leather. I mostly do knitwear, so I spent over a year learning about bag-making to develop it. More to come!”

Ceramiche Nicola Fasano

$585

Vintage Green Pottery Jug

“Nicola Fasano is a ceramicist in Puglia. I especially love their ‘martellato’ plates, which are easy and absolutely beautiful. They make any dish taste better.”

Etsy

$3.93

Organic Palo Santo Wood Stick

“I’m always reaching for palo santo to clear the air when things get hectic.”

Moleskine

$18

Art Sketch Pad

“This notebook is where I design all my collections and write notes to myself.”

Casasola

$1,009

Maria Cashmere Sweater

“This is my go-to cashmere sweater. It’s relaxed and elegant, and it works with everything.”


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