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After a 13-year tenure as Calvin Klein’s creative director of womenswear, Francisco Costa pivoted his attention from the runway to the rainforest with the 2018 debut of Costa Brazil. Tapping into the natural healing power of the Amazon’s rarest—and most aromatic—plants, the sustainable beauty brand’s thoughtful skin-care saviors are a tribute to both the fashion veteran’s Brazilian roots and career-defining minimalist modus operandi—much like his cherished essentials
Photo: Weston Wells (Costa)

Ancient Greek Sandals

$330

Irodotos Sandals

“These are my go-to summer shoes. I love the aesthetic.”

Joe Colombo

$2,872

Spider 4476 Ceiling Lamp

“This Modernist ceiling lamp by Joe Colombo has always inspired me because of its simplicity and sex appeal.”

Ray-Ban

$221

Metal Polarized Aviator Sunglasses

“My Ray-Ban Aviators are one of my favorite pairs of sunglasses. The style is a classic.”

Costa Brazil

$98

Kaya Jungle Firming Body Oil

“I cannot recommend our body oil enough… Take a hot shower, dry brush, and apply it before bed. Your body will thank you.”

Jorge Zalszupin

$34,000

1959 ‘Romana’ Coffee Table

“Jorge Zalszupin is one of my favorite Brazilian furniture designers. I love his use of simple materials to create a brilliant piece in both look and function.”

Adidas

$100

Stan Smith Sneakers

“I cannot live without my Stan Smith Sneakers. They are a classic, and I throw them on for any occasion.”

Thorsun

$275

Men’s Hand-Drawn Swim Shorts

“I love the color and the fit of these swim shorts.”

Rizzoli

From $100

Lucian Freud On Paper

“This book of Lucian Freud’s sketches and etchings, which spans his evolution from Surrealism to Realism, is so inspiring.”

Brooklyn Bicycle Co.

$699.99

Roebling Bike

“One of my favorite summer activities is bike riding. The Roebling has been my favorite throughout the years.”

Augustinus Bader

$205

The Eye Cream

“This eye cream is intensely luxurious and makes my skin feel hydrated and firm.”

José Zanine Caldas

$148,000

‘Denuncia’ Hand-Carved Dining Table

“The originator of Brazilian conscientious design, Zanine created sculptural furniture from Atlantic Forest wood that was being disposed of as scrap. His intention was to value the wood and, at the same time, bring awareness to deforestation.”

Comme Des Garçons

$110

Men’s Cotton Jersey Heart T-Shirt

“My go-to T-shirt is by Comme Des Garçons. I always find myself gravitating towards it.”


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