“I love Katy Hessel and her podcast, The Great Women Artists. This is a nice book for anyone’s collection.”

“Everything Susanne Kaufmann does is magic, from her body serum to bath oils. I’m very serious when it comes to the bath.”

“I love Charvin paints. They are my dream find from my time in the South of France.”

“I recently bought a house in the Berkshires, which is known for quite cold winters. This comforter makes me excited to snuggle in bed.”

“I’m really into a nice sparkle gloss on my lips this season. Hermès does it for me.”

“Holiday parties always call for a fun embellishment. Etsy is usually where I turn to for festive looks.”

“Checking the time inherently leads me to opening up my phone. I am trying to get better about not being on it so much throughout the day so as to have more quality time with work, amongst other things.”

“It’s important to have some vintage bottles in your house for those special evenings with friends and family. Life should be celebratory. My father’s heritage is Scottish, so I tend to like whiskey as a special treat.”

“New York is wonderful but filthy. It even affects your hair—which pretty much needs washing every day. I’m certainly no expert on hair care, but I’ve sworn by Bigelow’s own shampoo and conditioner for more than 25 years.”

“If you can’t fit it in the folio we designed with Métier, you shouldn’t be bringing it to the office.”

“The only person in the world who could make riding the subway in the 70s look this glamorous is the great photographer Jonathan Becker.”

“My wife and kids think I’m nuts, but I can list more than four dozen uses for a handkerchief. These include handling a runny nose, service as a napkin when none is available, a tourniquet, a tool of surrender, and so forth. I haven’t left the house without one for more than fifty years.”

“Opening Amazon packages with scissors generally ends in tears. This is also good for keeping New York’s criminal element at bay.”

“The last word in men’s tailoring also happens to be the first word in dressing gowns. Add a suspiciously early cocktail, a jaunty smile, and you’re basically John Barrymore.”

“A hard-soled take on the classic Belgian loafer. You don’t get the bow, but you save $200 and can wear them outside the house.”

“I generally don’t splash anything on my face, aside from water. But when I’m feeling particularly festive, I pull out the Eight & Bob—a gift from a friend. The story behind this cologne—a young J.F.K., the Côte d’Azur, bottles hid from Nazis in books—is almost as wonderful as the stuff itself.”

“I have always been fascinated by good luck charms. My father was superstitious, too, and carried gold lucky dice in his pocket, which inspired our Love Letters necklace; it has six interchangeable dice with gold letters and symbols, so you can create your own monogram.”

“The Charvet nightshirt is ideal for anyone. The cotton is perfection, and you can wear it to sleep or even to the beach.”

“Claire McCardell’s book is as charming and relevant today as it was in 1956. She created the ‘American Look’ and made an impact on how we all dress. I was thrilled to write the foreword for this new edition. I love her approach to helping women dress for themselves and feel confident.”

“I have a less-is-more approach to makeup and skin care. Gucci Westman understands this and creates products that are good for your skin. Her Lit Up Highlight Stick gives a natural glow.”

“These woven mules strike the right balance of minimal and organic, and they are insanely comfortable.”

“Line Vautrin is one of my favorite jewelry designers. She was fiercely independent; metalworking was a very atypical career for women in the 1930s.”

“Marie-Chantal’s knit sets are made in the most beautiful cashmere and are the perfect present for newborns.”

“The ultimate present for anyone who loves listening to music or podcasts. The sound is unmatched.”

“My new everyday bag. We called it the Marshmallow because it is lightweight and ultra-soft, and it has room for absolutely everything.”

“I love getting in-season fruit as a present.”

“Its dinky size means this fountain pen goes everywhere with me. I have two—one for colored ink and one for black.”

“I quit caffeine a few years ago; it gave me such bad headaches that I’m scared to ever go back. I have since discovered that the best herbal tea is lemon verbena, which is genuinely delicious.”

“Having lived in Amsterdam, I have a thing for blue-and-white Delftware tiles, tulipiere, and small Dutch flower bricks, which are so easy to use. You only need a few stems to make something beautiful. They are beautiful objects in their own right too.”

“You have to order your copy of the Redstone Diary well ahead as it always sells out. Each year follows a different theme. 2023 is Beauty and features John Baldessari, W.E.B. du Bois, Louise Bourgeois, Gilbert and George, Seamus Heaney, Edvard Munch, and more.”

“The past is a foreign country: they do things differently there. A captivating first sentence to what I think is a perfect novel. I return to it a lot when I’m writing.”

“I love everything that goes with ice cream: frilly sundae bowls, long-handled spoons, paper doilies, and wafer biscuits. These squiggly glass spoons are delectable.”

“I love this London-based brand for colorful underwear. It looks a lot more expensive than it is!”

“Elizabeth David said it best: Provence is a country to which I am always returning, next week, next year, any day now, as soon as I can get on a train. Until then, this is a daily reminder on the sink.”

“I love to go to Ischia in the summer. In my dreams, I would keep this little car at the Naples airport waiting for me.”

“This exuberantly colored porcelain is well outside our normally restrained palette, but I adore my afternoon tea from these lidded cups.” —P.G.

“As the last holdouts in America for a no-microwave kitchen, we use this tiny stovetop pot with its genius wooden handle to steam milk and melt butter.” —P.G. and C.M.

“Our favorite scented candles evoke the smell of a wood fire. This one also has the good fortune of coming in a handmade porcelain pot.” —P.G. and C.M.

“Between November and March, there is scarcely a day when I’m not wearing a chunky Khaite knit. Like a winter-long hug, their oversized triple-ply cashmere sweaters got me through the darkest days of Covid.” —P.G.

“We are forever suckers for a well-made, saddle leather accessory. Anya Hindmarch’s specially formulated, compostable tote—with just the right number and placement of pockets—might be the only one that is saving both the planet and my sanity in the perennial midlife search for my cell phone.” —P.G.

“Holed up as we were during the pandemic, we decided to commit our hard-won renovation lessons, collecting tips, and general design playbook to paper. The result, from Artisan Books, was released this month.” —P.G. and C.M.

“One of our go-to clothing combos (a shared one, since we tend to dress alike) is brown and cream. This knit tie looks as great with a pair of Levi cords as with a Tom Wolfe-inspired suit. —C.M.

“As a native Angeleno, I’m drawn to Jenni Kayne’s ‘meet-me-at-the-Brentwood-Country-Mart-in-five’ breezy vibe I can only dream about while padding around Brooklyn in these shearling slides.” —P.G.

“The Classic Cabin in silver—with its signature channeled anodized aluminum, riveted corners, and all-wheel drive—practically carries you from that endless stretch between Shake Shack and B36 in JFK’s T2. I think I’d go for the leather-trimmed handles next time around—though, with the lifetime guarantee, I’ll probably never need to.” —C.M.

“Nothing beats a billfold wallet, even if they seem totally old-fashioned to the millennials. They’re an elegant alternative to the bulging rear pockets most guys are walking around with. And while the world is increasingly cashless, it’s nice to pull out a crisp, unfolded bill for a tip.” —C.M.

“Andrée Putman is one of my heroes. Her design sensibility was ahead of its time and her personal style was iconic. She is one of the great female interior designers in a world historically dominated by men. I have many of her books, which provide endless inspiration.”

“I love to power walk through L.A. It’s important not to give in too much to athleisure. Scala makes chic bucket hats with large, protective brims. This one is something my grandmother would approve of for “walking” attire.”

“I’m never without some kind of a red lip and haven’t found one better than Gucci Westman’s Lip Suede. The pigment is pure and intense. I use the tiniest amount for a subtle stain; when I wake up in the morning it’s still on. Plus, the compact comes with a mirror.”

“I am obsessed with Maldon and usually keep a little bag of it in my purse. The bucket feels extravagant but also useful. It’s my favorite hostess gift.”

“The best black pens for sketching and writing.”

“I love a 90s Filofax. I don’t use iCal.”

“This is the best belt. My husband and I have matching ones. They come in a million incredible colors.”

“The old school nightgown. I usually buy mine at Peress on the Upper East Side.”

“I love a loafer. Tod’s are classic. I wear them like Birkenstocks.”

“Our signature Boule Collar in Onyx is my everyday go-to in order to feel chic and put-together with minimal effort.”

“Tequila is my go-to alcoholic beverage. I like it on the rocks with lime and a splash of soda. My dad used to always drink Don Julio, so it reminds me of him.”

“I love all things Fortuny. Recently, I’ve started collecting the pillows made of antique fabric remnants.”

“Our bible: Will Happiness Find Me? by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss. It is also a great gift.” —P.L. and J.T.

“Many years ago, I bought a white two-piece suit from Chanel’s 1996 collection at a secondhand store in New York. My mom dyed it light blue so that I could wear it to my friend’s wedding; it’s still my favorite. This one is amazing for any wedding event.” —P.L.

“Three things I love in one product: baths, roses, and cool packaging.” —P.L.

“The Braun BNC002 always sits next to my bed. It is a reissue of the famous AB1A alarm clock designed by Dieter Rams and Dietrich Lubs.” —J.T.

“Julian has said that he doesn’t have any black in his closet, but we are secretly very into wearing black. We both own and love this Lacoste Polo.” —P.L. and J.T.

“Gold YSL bow earrings for a girl who wears ribbons on her cardigans, shoes, and everywhere else too.” —P.L.

“One of my favorite artists—and a gift from Paolina!” —J.T.

“One of my favorite artists—and a gift from Julian!” —P.L.

“My mother got me onto Kayanoya. It is the best dashi to have at home.” —J.T.

“Over the years, I have collected ties, ranging from new to old. This Romeo Gigli one is my favorite. I own it in blue and just wore it to a wedding.” —J.T.

“This cardigan is from our new collaboration with Super Yaya who famously uses bows made from Abidjan-sourced, bazin textiles. We love the contrast between the merino knit and the shine of the embellishments.” —P.L. and J.T.

“Anything Hello Kitty. This toaster has been on my wishlist since 2020, but they don’t deliver to Europe. I’m considering moving back to New York for it.” —P.L.

“I’m always looking for a bag to take to meetings in the city or use to carry my laptop while traveling. I love the simplicity of this canvas tote, while the woven detailing and black piping make it super elegant and refined. A timeless classic.”

“Everyone talks about the little black dress, but I’m always wearing a white dress; I love the contrast of the lighter shade against my dark hair. This dress, in particular, feels so elegant and timeless while also being sexy and playful.”

“I adore anything that has a hexagonal shape, and I also have an unhealthy slash very healthy obsession with thin, dainty glassware. I first stumbled upon these in Venice and fell in love with their delicate yet refined design. When you sip anything out of thin glassware it just hits differently.”

“When I moved to New York City in my 20s, I would always go in the Dinosaur Designs store, hoping I would one day be able to afford their designs, which are so elegant and unique in their materiality. While made from resin, they have an organic shape and a varied color that is reminiscent of nature. A Flintstone vibe.”

“Is there anything better than the scent of hinoki? I just love its rich, smoky, earthy notes—and it feels so appropriate for the fall and winter months ahead.”

“I often turn to the work of fellow interior designers and architects to foster my imagination and build on my design education. Nicolas’s architecture is warm minimalism at its finest, and I’m very smitten with the clean lines featured throughout his work. I love that this book serves as inspiration on both the inside and outside—the most beautiful, decorative object for any coffee table or shelf.”

“This natural, soap- and sulfate-free cleanser is my daily hero. You might think a foam cleanser would be too drying, but, thanks to the antioxidant-packed ingredient list, it gently cleans and softens your skin. I’ve been using it for years. It’s just so good!”

“The matte, porcelain texture and tone of this candle is so beautiful, but then you light it up and suddenly you’re transported by some of my favorite notes—damp moss, crumpled blackcurrant leaves, and sun-dried fig leaves—which are perfect for the cooler months. It’s such a timeless scent.”

“Oh, how I love a mini stool. Perfect to nestle under a console or to pull up as an added seat or surface, it offers a multitude of décor options. This li’l cutie was inspired by the French 50s stools I purchased at auction and acts as a statement piece in any space, bringing texture and stylish comfort.”

“I am obsessed with Totême and can’t wait to wear this cozy, chunky turtleneck sweater in the cooler months. I’m always looking for pieces that feel really timeless—something that could have been worn in the 50s or 60s—and, for me, that is a nautical stripe. It’s just so elegant.”

“I love white tea because I’m sensitive to caffeine. The jasmine-scented one from Bellocq is what I drink every morning.”

“Once a year, I get a new Smythson notebook for work. I write down everything I need to do and go through it each day as I cross things off my lists. This year, my initials are engraved in pink.”

“I love this skirt. Cate Holstein makes clothes that are both refined and sexy, which is no easy feat.”

“This fragrance-free shampoo is gentle but still does a great job cleansing my hair after a workout.”

“My office furniture is pale uncoated plywood—very soothing—so I wanted a simple desk chair that wouldn’t be obtrusive. This Eames is so comfortable.”

“Why buy cashmere unless it’s Loro Piana?”

“I’ve always been an Alaïa person, and this dress is perfect. You can’t go wrong with the picks from Lauren Santo Domingo’s Closet on Moda. She just has beautiful taste.”

“I’m afraid of laser treatments and injections, but I wanted to try something to give my skin some extra help, so I splurged on this. Fingers crossed.”

“The perfect tote from The Row, of course. That’s all that needs to be said.”

“I gave this blanket to a friend for her baby shower this past weekend. She really loved it!”

“My new perfume Leather Petals is New York-inspired. The idea is of a dark, decadent, avant-garde Gotham—in fragrance form.”

“My favorite novel since I was a teenager, Wide Sargasso Sea is beautiful and heartbreaking. I just ordered this edition, which delves into the book’s cultural impact 50 years after it was published.”

“This is our all-time favorite toothpaste. We have never been able to find it in a shop, so I really depend on Amazon for it.”

“We have a 14-month-old, and Maisonette is a great one-stop shop for anything we might need for him. We love their selection of wooden toys, like this activity center.”

“I have gotten really into cycling since Covid; these helmets are very slick.”

“If I can get away with it, I prefer to wear smart trainers over a more stuffy formal option, so navy blue CQPs are my go-to!”

“My wife loves Khaite’s sweaters and practically lives in them once the weather gets fresh again.”

“It’s always nice to have a range of soaps for your powder room.”

“Our entire family travels with Rimowa, which is always reliable. My wife can overpack hers, and it still manages to last.”

“I am an aspiring surfer; I don’t know how to surf, but I love the sea and the origins of surfing culture. I have been recommended this book too many times to ignore reading it now.”