Guest Edits
Irene Neuwirth’s Favorite Things
ISDIN
$73
Eryfotona Actinica Face Sunscreen“This is my dermatologist’s favorite sunscreen, so it’s mine too! I never leave home without it.”
Joanna Czech
$1,250
The Kit“Joanna, the greatest friend and facialist. I’m obsessed with her product line. She developed it for years and it’s perfection.”
Area Home
From $375
Perla Sheet Set“My absolute favorite for years. Phil is allergic to so many different fabrics and these are the softest and most delicious.”
Gregory Parkinson
$280
Nighttime Array Block-Printed Cotton Napkins“Gregory is one of my very best friends and my textile guru. He’s a master at mixing colors and patterns. There’s no one better!”
David Zwirner Books
$60
Paul Klee: 1939“One of the first books I purchased for my home. Endlessly inspiring, I come back to it all the time.”
Studio Shamshiri x ABASK
$2,925
Handwoven Cashmere Bold-Stripe Blanket“This is a collaboration between dear friends of mine with the best taste. I adore anything they create individually so this is a double must.”
Kim Hastreiter
$75
Stuff: A New York Life of Cultural Chaos“Kim Hastreiter is the collector of cool. I would buy anything she does or points me to.”
Gabriela Hearst
$3,490
Arion Dress in Ivory Sportswear Wool“Anything Gabriela Hearst. Guiltiest pleasure.”
Westman Atelier
$48
Baby Cheeks Blush Stick“A legendary makeup artist and friend I met through riding. I have just about everything from the line.”
Paravel
$305
Travel Treasures Set“We travel a lot. This is our go-to luggage. I get so many compliments.”
Attersee
$450
The Cashmere Silk T-Shirt“I love color and prints but am also a big fan of classic pieces in gorgeous materials.”
Fujifilm
$1,599
X100VI Digital Camera“Investing in a professional camera provides superior image quality when capturing cherished memories—something a smartphone simply can’t match.” - E.L.G.
Rimowa
$1,475
Original Compact Suitcase“My Rimowa suitcase is perfect for traveling with tequila—I can fit six bottles of Lalo inside.” - E.L.G.
Lobmeyr
$198
Ambassador Hand-Blown Crystal Martini Glass“My wife loves an espresso martini. These make every pour feel special.” - E.L.G.
Anya Hindmarch
$360
Personalized Small Wash Bag“Whether it’s a photo of your dog or any design you love, a customizable wash bag adds a personal touch to your travel routine.” - E.L.G.
Lorenzi Milano
$4,185
Bamboo and Leather Bar Set“I saw this bar set at my friend’s home. It elevates any home bar to the next level.” - E.L.G.
Casa Bosques Chocolates
$16
Flore de Cacao Chocolate Bar“At the end of a dinner party, Casa Bosques chocolates are a perfect way to satisfy my sweet tooth.” - E.L.G.
Petite Plume
$94
Stripe Seersucker Pajamas“Nothing gives me more pleasure when I come home than having a nice, crisp pajama to crawl into.” - D.R.C.
Assouline
$120
Hotel Esencia Book“A go-to gift for me. During the pandemic, my husband and I discovered Hotel Esencia.” - D.R.C.
Dr. Barbara Sturm
$125
Everything Eye Patches“I had some big party nights in Greece this summer. My friend Charly Sturm (daughter of Barbara Sturm] gave me these patches. The next morning and I was shocked at how effective they were.” - D.R.C.
Jacques
$120
Mindful Movement T-Shirt“I may not be the greatest athlete, but this set definitely makes me look the chicest in class, which is just as important.” - D.R.C.
Moda Domus
$355
Set-of-Two Ceramic Potato Bowls“I saw these dishes at my friend’s house and fell in love. They’re playful, elegant, and a great conversation starter.” - D.R.C.
Baudoin & Lange
$620
Sagan Loafers in Black Deerskin“I discovered this brand at the Burlington Arcade in London and have never looked back. I have them in multiple colors and styles.” - D.R.C.
Warby Parker
From $95.00
Beale Sunglasses“I lose sunglasses constantly, so I love stocking up on these classic frames. They’re extremely well made and affordable.” - D.R.C.
LALO
$43.99
Blanco Tequila“I only drink tequila and champagne and Lalo is my obvious choice for its purity and quality.” - D.R.C.
Nili Lotan’s Favorite Things
Assouline
$145
Brancusi New York 1913-2013“Brancusi. One of my favorite artists whose work has inspired me greatly.”
Roxanne Lowit
$32.50
Yves Saint Laurent“Seventies Yves Saint Laurent, embodying an effortlessly elegant, sophisticated and sexy sensibility, is a source of inspiration that guides my collection.”
Bob Batchelor
$54
Bob Dylan: A Biography“What I like about Dylan’s identity is that he carries in him what’s cool. He expresses masculinity with poetic and creative soul. This is the man I am inspired to dress.”
Westman Atelier
$80
Foundation Brush“I don’t use much makeup—just a little concealer. Because of its exceptional shape, this brush gives great even, natural coverage.”
Charlotte Perriand
$11,279
1960s Large Table, Bench and 2 Stools Les Arcs“I’m buying Charlotte Perriand for my new house.”
Leonard Cohen
$29
Songs Of Leonard Cohen Vinyl“Our new men’s store holds some of my favorite vinyls of all time—Leonard Cohen, Bob Dylan, The Rolling Stones, Patti Smith and Carole King to name a few.”
Rimowa
$1,800
Original Check-In L“I have a couple sizes of the original Rimowa. It’s the luggage I use for all my travels.”
Society Limonta
$595
Multi Alpaca Throw“I love the bedding from Society. This throw looks cozy and chic.”
Nili Lotan
$450
Joan Flared Jeans“Joan is my ultimate favorite jean in my wardrobe. I wear it on rotation in all washes: blue denim, cream denim, and black denim.”
Nili Lotan
$395
Carpenter Cropped Corduroy Trousers“My pants have a strong following with women. I believe I can create the same for men starting with the utilitarian Carpenter Pant.”
Themis Z
$81
Kyma Espresso Cup and Saucer“I have this homeware made in Greece in brown. The design and the color speak to me.”
Jacques Marie Mage
$820
Men’s Molino 55 Sunglasses“I just picked up a new pair of Jacques Marie Mage glasses in Paris. For years I have worn the Molino.”
Sophie Lou Jacobsen’s Favorite Things
Autumn Sonata
$120
Helena Pool Towel“I love all of Autumn Sonata’s heritage revival prints. I can’t stop thinking about this striped number.”
David Zwirner Books
$60
Alice Neel, Uptown“Portraiture is one of the art forms I am always most drawn to. I’d love to get my hand on this monograph of Alice Neel’s work.”
Le Monde Béryl
$537
Mary Jane in Black Mesh“There is nothing classier than a pair of simple Mary Jane ballerina flats. I already had my white leather version, and now I have my eye on this mesh pair by Le Monde Beryl!”
Ghia x Sophie Lou Jacobsen
$110
Totem Glasses“I love this new colorway of the Totem Glass, our collaboration with non-alcoholic drink brand Ghia.”
Matteau
$460
Crepe Mini Shift Dress“I want to spend all of autumn in this little black dress. Imagine all the fun tights and socks that you could pair with it.”
Sophie Lou Jacobsen
$135
Set-Of-Four Trumpet Aperitif Glasses“My favorite glass in the Bouquet stemware collection. A three-ounce glass perfect for a mini martini, vermouth, a little sparkling wine, or any aperitif or palette cleanser, which is key to a dinner party or cocktail.”
Giovanni Domenico Campiglia
$675
Museum Study Print VIII“I could spend hours scrolling through the antiques on Nickey Kehoe’s site. The selection of rugs alone! I’m very drawn to these 18th century Campiglia study drawings of sculptures in the Medici Museum.”
M. Lapierre
$50
Morgon 2023“If you see a Morgon on a bottle list or in a shop, you can purchase it without hesitation. I’ve never had a bad version of it. I’m also obsessed with their labels. This one from Marcel Lapierre is a true delight.”
Saie
$28
Glowy Super Gel“I’m a huge fan of the clean makeup brand Saie. It’s my go-to for creating the no-makeup look.”
Khaite
$4,400
Iana Jacket in Dark Brown“Ultra coveting this suede jacket from Khaite. Pure elegance.”
David Zwirner Books
$60
Alice Neel, Uptown“One of our favorite artists. Also an easy gift when you want to feel more creative than just buying a candle.” —A.A.
Playing Cards
$35
“We always travel with playing cards. These are so cute and leave a cool mark if you leave them behind.” —A.A.
Smythson
$265
Plain Paged Soho Notebook in Panama“What says ‘I’m an architect’ more than sketching on your beautiful leatherbound notebook? Also a lot nicer than taking notes on your iPhone.” —R.L.
Matouk
$99
Cairo Scallop Towel“Our favorite towels. They bring a touch of whimsy to any bathroom. And now they match Charmin’s toilet paper that also comes with scalloped edges!” —R.L.
The Row
$1,550
Hodette Skirt“This skirt is so architecturally crisp it’s hard not to feel like a Greek sculpture. But in a young way.” —A.A.
Il Buco Vita
$62
Seaglass Salt Dish“Yes, this could be used as a salt dish. But if you are middle aged, it is also the perfect little vessel to carry all of your morning pills, vitamins, and supplements.” —R.L.
Aesop
$126
Bathrooms Essentials Bundle“Their body and hand wash are the best. That their graphic design and packaging is so on point is icing on the cake.” —R.L.
Donsje Amsterdam
From $94.00
Lotus Dress“We love everything Maisonette. This dress says ‘Yes, my mom chose it. But I love it!’” —A.A.
Tory Burch
$428
Cat Printed Denim Skirt“This is fun, especially in the current moment. A perfect way to scare off men who hate cat ladies.” —A.A.
Polaroid
$149.99
Now Generation 2 Starter Set“Just own one. Bring it out at dinner parties, at cocktails, at installs (if you also happen to be an interior designer), and create beautiful memories.” —R.L.
Coming Soon
$145
The Pill“Even if the owners of Coming Soon weren’t our friends, we would 100 percent be fans of their shop. With this pill-shaped carrier you can be the fun host wherever, whenever.” —R.L.
Ariel Ashe and Reinaldo Leandro
$65
Ashe Leandro: Architecture + Interiors“If you can’t buy our book in your local bookstore (where you should demand they order it!), it’s okay to go to Amazon. A great gift for design-oriented friends.” —A.A.
Beth Buccini’s Favorite Things
Rimowa
$1,650
Cabin Twist“I’m always on the go between my seven stores, and red is my favorite color. This suitcase with adorable cherry accents is perfect for life on the run.”
Augustinus Bader
From $96
The Rich Cream“This cream is a lifesaver on my dry skin. Twice a day, every day. I can’t live without it!”
Westman Atelier
$50
Lip Suede Matte Lipstick“Gucci Westman’s matte lipstick is perfectly hydrating and the saturated pigment is light as a feather yet bold. A bright red lip is powerful!”
Luc Charbin
$19.49
Hermès: Straight from the Horse’s Mouth“I’m an avid horseback rider. This little book of charming illustrations makes me smile.”
Emporio Sirenuse x Carlo Moretti
$140
Bora: Sky Blue & Red“I got married in Positano, and I love everything by Emporio Sirenuse, including these fabulous glasses.”
Ruth Reichl
$26.97
The Paris Novel“I devoured this book in one sitting on a recent plane ride home from Europe. J’adore Paris.”
Sarah Wragge Wellness
$50
Restore - Relenishing Minerals“Mix this powder with three ounces of water and shoot it right before bed. You are guaranteed a great night’s sleep.”
Venini
$885
Fazzoletto Hand-Blown Murano Glass Vase“I love a home full of fresh flowers. This pink Murano glass vase is perfect for a big bouquet.”
Hector Saxe
$1,855
Leather Poker Set“My two sons have recently become obsessed with poker. I love the idea of this chic set for family game night.”
Gianvito Rossi
$995
Vania Suede Booties“The sexiest little bootie/heel combo there ever was. A shootie!”
Ara Vartanian’s Favorite Things
Vermicular
$280
Oven Pot, 22 cm“One of my favorite activities is cooking for my family. A nice pot makes all the difference.”
Rapport
$995
Heritage Ten Watch Case in Macassar“I admire handmade work. This watch case has as much value as the product it will store.”
Love Brand
$220
Men’s Olive Andros Hemp Shirt“A good outfit means I can wear it from work to dinner.”
Cariuma
$105
Men’s Oca Low-Top Camel Suede Sneaker“I’m seeking to connect more and more with brands that care about the footprint they leave on the world.”
David Zwirner Books
$50
Gerhard Richter: 100 Abstract Pictures“I’ve always been a great admirer of art and its thousand-and-one possibilities.”
Caitlin Thompson’s Favorite Things
Porter-Yoshida & Co
$500
Tanker Nylon Tote Bag“I first clocked this sleek, utilitarian tanker bag on our executive creative director Gianmaria. I’m hard on bags, so military-grade nylon feels like a good choice.”
Casa Bosques Chocolates
$13
Pure Dark Chocolate 74% Chocolate Bar“The best book and magazine store in Mexico City is also an art collective and pension. Grab a bar of Casa Bosques chocolate—lo mejor.”
Isabelle Saphore
$35.80
Le style Gomez“Traveling through the Pays Basque, I’ve gotten to stay in one of the Gomez brother’s architectural marvels.”
Aesop
$165
Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Skin Care Kit“This has refreshed and revitalized my skin all summer—no easy feat when I’m playing tennis outside as often as I can.”
Gio Ponti
$15,000
Vintage Settee“Why work in a chair when you can work on a settee? It has all the benefits of a couch but you don’t have to share it. This sexy Gio Ponti midcentury number is exactly the vibe my home office is going for.”
Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone
$15.80
This Is How You Lose the Time War“An approachable science fiction love story written in turns by two authors.”
Atelier Saucier
$88
Marfa Stripe Napkins, Set of Four“I love to cook and host a dinner party, but my current napkins aren’t living up to my whimsical kitchen tiles and off-piste menus. These match my ambitions.”
Nike Tennis
$160
Air Zoom Vapor 11 Sneakers“With the tennis renaissance, gear is ubiquitous. Yet most apparel and shoes are still grotesque and ill-fitting. Mr. Porter’s tennis edit is on point. I’ll be copping these Nike Air Zoom Vapors.”
Byredo
$100
Bal D’Afrique Body Cream“For a few years, every visit to Stockholm involved stylish hotels with toiletries by Byredo. Bal D’Afrique was by far my favorite. It still takes me back to Sodermalm.”
Sease
$988
Trace Insulated Ski Jacket“When tennis season ends, I’m already thinking about ski season. This year, my upgraded kit will come courtesy of Sease, the sportswear brand from the craftsmen at Loro Piana.”
Camille Becerra’s Favorite Things
Coming Soon
$145
The Pill“If you’re fashion-y, a foodie, and your mother told you never to arrive empty-handed (and you hate the bags at the wine store), the Pill checks all the boxes.”
Rothy’s
$119
The Point“I’ve been wearing the same pair for three summers. I’m still not tired of them and they still look like new. Plus, they’re made of recycled plastics.”
Mejuri
$158
Chunky Large Hoops“I’m a hoop person and a scarf person. They go together like croissants and coffee, oysters and fries, and beer and ribs.”
Moromi
$20
Moromi Soy Sauce“Soy sauce and miso from coastal Connecticut, where the salt air adds depth. The miso is a perfect dip for radishes and baby turnips.”
B Sides
$385
Lasso Jeans“The girlies who know, know B Sides. They scour the country for vintage Levi’s and denim that would otherwise be trash and rework them. Out comes the chicest fit.”
Leica
$1,595
D-Lux 8 Compact Digital Camera“A Leica image is always recognizable. The lines are crisp, color true and light magical. Everyone likes to have their portrait taken. Make people happy and do it right.”
Alice Mushrooms
From $29
Nightcap Mushroom Chocolates“Love these for sleep assistance during air travel. The formula gets the sweet-to-bitter balance just right, with a hit of adaptogenic brain food, too.”
Rivay
$138
Ford Double Knit Henley in Oatmeal“The softest, comfiest, best quality cotton boyfriend shirt without all the work of having a boyfriend. Your tan and this oatmeal color go great together on chilly nights when the season transitions.”
Pointy Snout
From $190
Siberian Caviar“Please show up to your fancy friend’s gathering with caviar and chips.”
Emme Parsons
$595
Ernest in Ivory Calfskin“Wearing these with a flowy dress is my new all-day-every-day look for late-summer/early-fall.”
Craighill
$148
Arris Tote“As a chef with bottles, tools, and root vegetables to transport, a lightweight carryall is key. Schleppers unite.”
Jeanne Greenberg Rohatyn’s Favorite Things
Alice
From $29
Nightcap Mushroom Chocolates“Mushrooms and chocolate—the health benefits are undeniable and who doesn’t like a sweet treat before bed?”
Chafinity
From $44
Matcha Gokoro“Beautiful vibrant color, a small, concentrated ritual, and great coffee alternative. My daughters are addicted!”
David Zwirner Books
$160
The Donald Judd Collection“Core aesthetic. You can’t have quality maximalism unless you have practiced minimalism.”
Gezeiten
$195
Ampoules: 7-Day Skin Immunity Defense Treatment“Gorgeous bottle but earthy inside. My aging skin craves oil.”
Le Alfré
$90
‘Le Belt’ in Black Pebble Grain Leather“A staple in my son’s closet—simple and versatile.”
MBR
$270
Enzyme Cleansing Booster“The best for travel, as it is a powder. Always feels clean and fresh.”
Métier
$3,350
Mariner Zippered Tote in Suede Chocolate“Their luxurious leather elevates the classic tote. My husband uses this bag for short trips.”
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