Guest Edits

“I can’t live without the Oak Essentials Ritual Oil. Not only does it smell amazing, but it has blue tansy which helps calm inflammation. I use this morning and night in place of my moisturizer and it gives my skin such an incredible glow.”

“Everyone is always asking what candle I’m burning when they walk into my house and the answer is almost always this! I love how the scent carries and fills the room without feeling overbearing, and I think the beautiful ceramic vessel adds something special to any space.”

“My daily uniform almost always consists of some sort of lightweight sweater, and right now this is the piece I’m wearing on repeat. It looks great unbuttoned and layered over a tank or worn with just a simple bralette underneath. I also love that it’s made from undyed alpaca, which gives it a perfectly lightweight feel.”

“I was searching endlessly for the perfect bag for spring and then I found this. From the size and color to the classic construction, every detail makes it the ultimate investment piece that I know I’ll be loving for years to come. I also love how I can fit all of my essentials in it and how it completely pulls any look together.”

“Finding a pair of jeans that delivers on comfort, fit, and versatility can be tough, but this pair really checks every box. I love the shade of the wash and how high-waisted they are—I actually hemmed mine a tiny bit so that my ankle peeks out to give them a casual yet polished feel.”

“Our Cotton Crossover Sandal is my go-to for the warmer months ahead. The footbed molds to your feet so it’s incredibly comfortable and it happens to look good with everything, whether it’s a casual dress or a pair of jeans. I have this style in almost every color and I think it’s as classic as they come.”

“I try to travel with a carry-on whenever possible, so having a bag that’s dependable and well-designed is an absolute must. I love the clean, minimalist look and the fact that it can hold everything I need for a weekend away.”

“I think Etsy is such a great resource for home essentials that feel unique and special. I purchased these linen coasters in several colors so that I can play with different variations around my house. I keep sets on all my coffee tables, I use them to set the dining room table, have them in our bedrooms, and by the bar—truly a home staple.”

“This is truly all I use in my own hair, and all I need when doing hair. It’s an all-in-one styling product that works for almost all hair types. Super-user-friendly, with our incredible pepo-and-olive signature scent. I like to say you can use it like a primer coat of paint on wet hair, to tame frizz and set curls, and then you could also use it like a top coat on dry hair, as a finishing product. It does it all. Everyone I recommend it to loves it.”

“I love their knitwear. Every late fall, I stop by Filson on the Lower East Side to pick up one of these gems. I know I can always rely on them to make at least one really great sweater. Their sweaters have become one of my winter staples.”

“I drink all different types of coffee, but I’ve recently switched from a ceramic pour-over to this new Chemex. There’s no going back! The Chemex helps me make, by far, the smoothest cup of coffee regardless of the brand of bean.”

“I’ve been a big Sony Electronics fan for years. I pretty much use these for two things only: flying and making playlists. It’s gotten to the point where I can’t fly without them, no matter how long the flight is. They also assist me in my late-night playlist-making for the Blackstones Collective, since we’ve started posting monthly playlists on our Spotify.”

“I’m going on my sixth year of wearing Blundstones. My current pair is my third pair. I love them because I can wear them year-round—in the summer with socks and shorts, or in the winter with denim. My son, Luka, has an identical pair.”

“This is the lightest, most powerful, and hottest professional blow-dryer I’ve used to date. Those three features are the most important for me behind the chair. For the price, I always recommend this to clients. The Twin Turbos are so durable and last for a very long time, way more than some of the more expensive dryers on the market.”

“This company makes one of the oldest handmade brushes to date. I’ve been using them myself for 20 years. It’s multi-use: a de-tangler, for dry brushing, and amazing for blow-drying. It’s the Swiss Army knife of hairbrushes. It’s my No. 1 tool, set aside from my scissors and comb.”

“I recently switched from face creams to oils. After experimenting with a few, I’ve landed here. This by far is the best serum for me. I love that it’s fragrance-free. A little goes a long way, and it moisturizes and keeps my face feeling soft throughout the day. I use it day and night.”

“I was first introduced to Herend by my mother-in-law when my husband and I were choosing china for our wedding. Their china is hand-painted in Hungary, and each one is a bit different. I love the naturalistic garden scene—it looks equally at home set on white linen as it does on wicker.”

“Remember embroidered cashmere pashminas, those shawls that everyone had to have in the mid-1990s? Well, we’ve seen countless imitations, but the Lena cashmere shawls by Kashmir Loom are the real deal. Their skilled artisans spin and weave each shawl entirely by hand. This one, in particular, is incredibly special because it’s also hand-embroidered with paisley trim, reminding me of the Kashmiri shawls painted by John Singer Sargent.”

“As a nearsighted follower of fashion since age 10, I’m only now trying to embrace my four-eyes status. I’m partial to a 90s tortoise frame—not too thick or oversize or trendy. I like my glasses to look as normal as possible, no statements—similar to what I wore in fourth grade.”

“What can I say? I love a timeless classic, and the Cartier Panthère is for life. Luckily, a watch is one of the best investments you can make, and the pre-owned-watch market is only growing.”

“My daily uniform is a navy or gray crewneck—my collection started in high school, and I still wear each one. This year, I’m branching out into browns, and this slightly heathered mushroom offers the same classic neutrality of a gray. Destined to be a new classic for me.”

“Emma Pettway is one of the talented artisans we offer at Old Stone Trade, and she has her own Etsy shop. She is a third-generation Gee’s Bend quilter, and her use of color is so joyful and unexpected. This quilt features one of her favorite patterns, the housetop, and would look beautiful on a bed or hanging on a wall as an art piece.”

“I love white table linens and have quite a collection, all passed down from relatives over the years. These are hand-embroidered in Portland, Oregon, and I hope they cover my own daughters’ tabletops in future years.”

“My husband and I are self-proclaimed chair addicts, and over the years we’ve inadvertently accumulated a collection of campaign-style chairs ranging from vintage Arne Norell to simple canvas-and-wood from the local flea market. I love this take on a traditional Berber folding chair by leathersmith Dario Alfonsi, and the leopard print would not be out of place in Napoleon’s own tent. Alfonsi handcrafts his pieces upon order at his atelier, in Rome.”

“This is the dress that launched Old Stone Trade. I met Michele Am Russo and Julia Frommel on a trip to Rome and was enchanted by their aesthetic and craftsmanship. Their navy Apron Dress, designed with a square neck for O.S.T., is a uniform of sorts—perfect for all seasons and occasions.”

“My mother taught me two things: a) Never show up to someone’s house empty-handed; b) Make sure the garage door is fully open before you back out. For the first, my go-to is a Jonathan Adler candle. I love that this one has been graffitied with real gold. Plus, once the candle’s done, scoop out the wax and … voilà! You’ve got a sweet spot for succulents.” —R.D.

“I would have chosen this even if Katie wasn’t my B.F.F.—cross my heart. On your thighs, in your shoes to prevent blisters, wherever there’s a little rub and/or tug, this stuff is game-changing.” —R.D.

“Now that I’m spending my winters in Palm Beach, I couldn’t be happier that I solved thigh chafe!” —K.S.

“I love matchbook diaries. My husband and I had our wedding reception at Lafayette, so for one of our anniversaries I gave him (well, I guess the truth is, I really gave myself) a photo of the matchbox from Lafayette. It has pride of place on our gallery wall—and in our hearts.” —R.D.

“Not to plug my own book after plugging my brand, but … getting messages from women that have been helped by Body Talk is precisely why I do what I do.” —K.S.

“I’m lucky to be able to try out a lot of skin care (and unlucky to have developed crow’s feet as I age). Bottom line is, this stuff works. Yes, it’s expensive. Yes, it’s worth it.” —R.D.

“Yet another work-from-home necessity. If you’re sitting most of the time, which we probably all are, the Theragun helps you to not feel like one big knot.” —K.S.

“Wearing Kule makes me feel cool. I’ve never met a cashmere sweater I didn’t like, and this one is no exception. Their iconic red-and-blue ding-a-ling at the hem makes me smile.” —R.D.

“The Powerbot is one of my top-three best friends. Our apartment has tile floors, and let me tell you—no one works harder than my Powerbot.” —K.S.

“My ego wouldn’t allow me to not include a pair of velvet slippers from my collaboration with Stubbs & Wootton, which was all inspired by my favorite elements of hotel living—including the club sandwich!”

“This was originally a splurge item, since it looks like any other navy turtleneck, but it’s quickly become an essential layering piece. I don’t travel without it.”

“I spent my first three years in Manhattan hitting the pavement as a party columnist for a newspaper, and got burnt out on regular black-tie. I like to spice it up with outlandish options, like this silk robe from New & Lingwood, which gives new meaning to ‘peacocking.’”

“I had a bunch of white shirts made, very affordably, the last time I was in Hong Kong. I like—and by ‘like’ I mean ‘refuse to wear any shirts without’—an oversized Oxford collar. This Thom Browne iteration is an elevated take on that … not to mention I’d join a cult if Browne started one.”

“I’m lucky to visit Montana every so often, and I try to steal inspiration from the homes out there for my apartment, to avoid falling in the ‘midcentury metropolitan’ trap that seems to plague Manhattan.”

“A favorite wedding gift to break the tired tradition of giving servingware and salad bowls.”

“I have at least 20 pairs of these boxer briefs. Supersoft, with just enough stretch.”

“Dr. Samantha Boardman writes, ‘We are what we do.’ And she says doing things as simple as taking a walk three times a week can give us vitality, the positive energy that’s at the core of having a great day, every day. This book is full of good, practical advice I’ve taken to heart.”

“Every time I wear these reading glasses, I get compliments. “Are they Tom Ford?” I love telling people I bought them for less than $30. I have at least 10 pairs (in black and tortoise) scattered around my house.”

“This Alex Mill jumpsuit is a key part of my weekend uniform. It’s casual (but not too casual) and slimming! I have it in multiple colors. P.S.: You can’t beat the price.”

“This is one of my favorite pieces in my wardrobe right now. Sure, it’s a cardigan, but in early fall it doubles as a coat. Wear it over a dress or a jumpsuit and you’re good to go.”

“Hands down, my favorite ring of all time. At some point, I’ll get it. Someday.”

“I first spotted these low-heeled Prada pumps in Paris last fall, and couldn’t get them out of my mind. Pre-coronavirus, I would’ve never considered buying shoes that didn’t give me at least three to four inches of height. Times have changed. And these slingbacks even have a rubber sole!”

“I couldn’t live without my Angel Wing fleece robe. The adult collection launched early this year and sold out straight, proving my theory that life is better cozy.”

“I launched our Match Your Mini collection last year, and Cowboy is my favorite, especially since I’m binge-watching Yellowstone. The whole family got pj’s for the holidays.”

“I have been collecting Hermès beach towels for many years. I love the unique designs and bold use of color—perfect for summer days spent at the beach. The La Route des Plages, designed by Quentin Monge is next on my wish list.”

“My obsession with Greece’s iconic evil eye began when I first met my husband. I have a few pieces by Begum Khan, and this cuff is one of my most treasured.”

“My favorite fragrance. There will always be a Diptyque Ambre candle burning in the house.”

“A cashmere beanie is a winter essential. The Elder Statesman is my go-to for fun, colorful cashmere pieces.”

“I am a big fan of Gucci Westman’s products. Her bronzer is a makeup must-have. Plus, her packaging is just beautiful.”

“I love a good flat, and Aquazzura makes some of the best, in my opinion.”

“The coziest of knitwear. I like to refresh my knitwear every few seasons, and this is my latest addition. I love the fringing and macramé detailing.”

“Every Christmas, my daughter, Olympia, buys me a Smythson notebook—perfect for jotting down ideas and sketching new collections. This year’s is pink, with “Wonder Woman” embossed on the front cover.”

“My clever sister designed these beautiful trays in a variety of colors. I have an assortment around the house.”

“This is one of my favorite pieces of clothing. Safiyaa’s Daniela Karnuts is incredibly talented, and I own this turtleneck in five different colors with matching trousers. I feel comfortable, beautiful, and casual, but still look very put together and stylish.”

“My first bespoke client bought me this when I moved into my showroom for protection. Amethyst is great for protecting energy and enhancing creativity, so I always have it on display in my office.”

“I am a big believer in creative visualization, and every year I buy myself a blank corkboard to help me visualize and achieve my goals for the year ahead.”

“I buy these to match the corkboard. They are elegant and perfect for holding images in place.”

“Designing these shoes gave me some of the most joy I have had. The ‘crown jewel’ detailing is a personal favorite because, to me, it is the epitome of dressing up. I call them ‘the tiara of the foot!’ They are timeless and classic but still feel modern.”

“The Merveilles technique is revolutionary within jewelry. The diamonds catch the light from every angle, and it really sparkles. I wear this as an everyday wedding band. It is simple yet so striking at the same time.”

“I fell in love with this dress when I saw it, and my twin girls wore these for our New Year’s celebration. I always dress my girls in Bonpoint. Their clothes are the highest quality, and so beautiful. The Victorian style with the large flower feels very couture to me, and the girls absolutely loved wearing them.”

“I recently changed my skin-care routine following a recommendation from a friend. This is the best moisturizer I have ever used. My skin feels incredibly soft and hydrated, and it smells amazing.”

“When I was working at London’s ES Magazine, I had an addiction to Net-a-Porter so serious I had their sleek, black bags delivered to the mail room downstairs instead of directly to my office, for fear that my bosses would find out just how much time I spent on the site shopping. This Gucci tunic is something I’d pair with knee-high boots and picture myself wearing in Rome in the 1960s.”

“This shop is a book-lover’s paradise. You can easily—and very happily—while away a few hours here looking at their wares. The salespeople have always actually read the books. This new January fiction bundle looks like the perfect thing to settle down with for a long winter ahead.”

“Harvey Nichols’s buyer seems to know exactly what I’m looking for and what is completely impossible to resist even when I don’t. I usually say I’ll spend just 15 minutes, only to find that two hours later I’m still in their very spacious dressing rooms trying on everything in sight. I hope parties return this year so I can wear these sparkly shoes to them.”

“The women who started Maisonette all have children themselves, and it shows. The site is well-organized, easy to navigate, and fantastic for presents. I have boys, but if I had a girl, I’d definitely dress her in this Supergirl T-shirt.”

“My father taught me how to play poker when I was eight years old on family vacations. We used matchsticks for bets until I graduated to quarters. I taught my boys how to play—they’re total sharks—and we play on winter weekends.”

“In terms of improving quality of life when you travel, Rimowa suitcases are the golden ticket. The lozenge-like carriers roll so gently that you barely have to push them, and they seem to perfectly flatten and fit whatever you pack. We have four in the family, and I’m thinking of adding more.”

“As my team at Fleur knows, I’m a fan of a bunny motif. I’m also a big fan of collecting charms from Foundrae, mostly acquired in the form of gifts from my husband.”

“What’s better on a Friday night than a dirty martini served in pink-crystal​ ​glassware?”

“When I’m feeling stressed, I peruse eye-shadow palettes. Looking at color makes​ ​me happy. Surratt has beautiful, rich shades. I love creating my own collection.”

“Perfect to sleep or lounge in, and made to be shared.”

“I’m continually inspired by the provocative and seductive work of Helmut Newton.”

“A glass of wine and a handful of CBD-infused bath salts really get me in the​ ​mood to relax.”