Guest Edits
My Favorite Things
Tory Burch
$138
Oiseau Pitcher“I have given this Tory Burch oiseau (bird) pitcher several times as a hostess gift, and I have one myself. It’s perfect for everyday use as a serving piece or as a vase for flowers.”
Kassatex
$75
Amalfi Beach Towels“Kassatex’s Amalfi beach towels are made of 100% long-staple Turkish cotton, which makes them soft, durable, and absorbent. They come in a range of vibrant colors that are perfect for a day at the beach or poolside.”
Paravel
$65
Packing Cube Quad“These packing cubes are made of negative nylon material and offer a great solution for organizing clothes for travel.”
Carlos Mota
$49.99
G: Forever Green“Being and living in nature has always been an essential part of my wellbeing. This book celebrates the color green in all its forms—food, fashion, jewelry, art, interiors, and architecture—with stunning photographs from Carlos Mota and other prominent photographers.”
Dirk van der Kooij
$1,150
Chubby Chair in Moss 3D Printed Recycled Plastic“Dirk Vanderkooij’s Chubby Chairs are unique and eye-catching furniture pieces made from recycled plastic. Their playful design and color variety add a touch of whimsy to any space.”
D.S. & Durga
$65
Big Sur After Rain Candle“The fragrant hints of eucalyptus, rain, damp wood, and pacific spray in this candle take you on a journey up Highway 1.”
La Mer
From $100
The Moisturizing Soft Cream“My nightly ritual involves gooping on La Mer. It reminds me of the Eight Hour Cream my mom used when I was growing up. I love how it makes my skin feel soft and hydrated, and I can’t imagine going to bed without it.”
Lisa Eisner
$9,600
Brown Tourmaline Asteroid Earrings“Most of Lisa Eisner’s jewelry could be considered statement pieces, but I think they are versatile and adaptable to every outfit.”
Wren and Olive Laser Co.
From 0.99
Custom Place Card“I love these wood place cards that are a perfect touch for lunches or dinners. They add a wonderful element to table settings and can be used multiple times.”
Joaquim Tenreiro
Price Upon Request
Storage Chest, Brazil 1950s“One of my favorite design pieces is a Brazilian rosewood cabinet crafted by the renowned midcentury designer Joaquin Tenreiro. I purchased it nearly two decades ago at an antiques show in Santa Monica from R & Company.”
Lingua Franca
$320
Custom Women’s Crewneck“This cashmere sweater is a luxurious and personalized addition to any wardrobe. (I have my kids’ initials embroidered on the back right shoulder of mine). The soft, cozy cashmere material makes it a perfect layering piece for chilly summer nights.”
My Favorite Things
Medusa’s Heirlooms
$30
Flower Jaw Clip“I love the hair accessories at Bigelow. My favorites are the Medusa’s Heirlooms Crystal Snap Clips. They come in many colors, but I wear the black ones.”
Kusmi Tea
$9.99
Prince Vladimir 20 Muslin Tea Bags“I love the taste and smell of this tea. I drink it every morning.”
Smythson
$18
Heart Personalization Tag“I love these personalized tags from Smythson. They help you to spot your luggage—and you can have your initials printed on them.”
Filson
$495
48 Hour Tin Cloth Duffle Bag“Filson’s luggage bags are so chic and durable. This is the perfect carry-on for your travels.”
Polaroid
$164.99
Now Generation 2 Starter Set“I’m so happy there is a new Polaroid with the old-school format. Everyone looks great in a Polaroid. I love how it diffuses the skin tones.”
Yves Saint Laurent
$2,200
1976 Laurent Cossack Collection Dress“Saint Laurent peasant smock dresses are my favorite. I love the wool challis and beautiful ribbon trim. I have collected several versions.”
1stDibs
$1,999
Antique Art Deco Chinese Rug Oval“I’m obsessed with collecting these oval-shaped Chinese Deco rugs. Many of them were made by W.A.B. Nichols in Tientsin, China starting in 1924, which is why these rugs are often referred to as Nichols rugs.”
IFC Center
From $50
Membership“We are so fortunate to have these repertory movie houses in New York City. I love seeing classics and new indie films here.”
Dries Van Noten
$880
Blue Sequin Clutch“I love shopping at Ssense, especially for its huge variety of Dries Van Noten. This blue sequined clutch adds glamor to any outfit.”
Chanel
$2,297.81
Cloth Sandals“The ultimate sandals in signature Chanel tweed. This truly ups your game in the sandals department.”
David Webb
$75,520
Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Enamel Diamond Zebra Bracelet“I love the animal bracelets by David Webb. I have a vintage zebra one.”
Manhattan Vintage
From $20.00
Manhattan Vintage Show“One of my favorite vintage shows. There is always a great discovery, or you find something you have always wanted!”
My Favorite Things
Wes Anderson
$15.76
Do Not Detonate Without Presidential Approval“An enjoyable and diverse summer read. Co-edited by Wes Anderson, this book is a collection of writing on midcentury cinema and the American West that served as inspiration for our new film, Asteroid City. Of special interest: Bob Balaban’s journal entries from the set of Close Encounters of the Third Kind.”
Rigaud Paris
$105
Cyprès Large Candle“The scent of the classic green Cyprès candle brings back a flood of memories from the mid-70s. They say Jackie O burned these in the White House… A total classic.”
Rivieras
$88
Men’s Le Grand Bleu Slip-On Sneakers“At the beginning of every summer, I buy a pair of Rivieras. By the end of the summer, they’re nicely worn out, and they’re so comfortable that I can never discard them. I love the variety of colors. I usually get the mesh or perforated suede.”
Pelikan
$296.75
Luxury Ballpoint Pen“Pelikan makes elegant and beautiful writing instruments and fountain pens, but I’m inclined towards the convenient ballpoint. My go-to is the K600 black and blue with gold trim.”
Steiff
$36.50
Gina Giraffe Soft Toy“There’s always a kid in your life who will appreciate one of these classic, elegant stuffies. I just gifted my new nephew with this cute little fuzzy giraffe.”
Old Holland
$167.76
15055 German Black Box Half Pan Paints“Every summer, I enjoy trying my hand at watercolor. I recommend this Old Holland ‘half pan’ set of 24 colors. Get a few packs of watercolor paper postcards and send your creations to loved ones.”
Birdwell
$85
310 Freedom Boardshorts“Birdwell Beach Britches are a California essential. Originally designed for surfers, they feature great style and wonderful colors. I recommend the classic 310 shorts.”
Pacific Tote Co.
$140
Catalina Tote Bag“Another great summer essential, Pacific Totes are high-quality, made in the USA, California-inspired bags from my own company. They come in fun colors and different sizes. My usual size is the Catalina, but the Zuma pouches are also essential for small items.”
AwayMail
$4.99
App“A new summer essential! An app I’ve developed, which allows you to step away from email and only receive contact from those who you wish to be in touch with (and get a summary of the rest). It will be available to the public July 4 on the app store! No better way to celebrate Independence Day than by curtailing your email.”
Seton
From 4.25
Custom Asset Tags“These cool and colorful tags are a great, practical solution for labeling your tech items. You can customize them with you name and contact info. I have them on my computer, phone, and camera equipment…”
My Favorite Things
Assouline
$179.50
Brancusi New York 1913-2013“Brancusi is one of my North Stars. His perfectly preserved atelier is a first stop when we’re in Paris to visit our workshops, and I find myself thinking of his pure forms when I sit down with a block of clay.”
Givenchy
$40
Le Rouge Sheer Velvet Lipstick“This is the perfect red. I keep one in every handbag, from my gardening basket to my beat-up Birkin.”
Loro Piana
$5,750
Salzburg Belted Cashmere Jacket“This cape moves seamlessly from city to country. It’s plain and fancy—I’m just as likely to wear it to walk to dinner at our restaurant, La Mercerie, as I am to throw it on to cut some herbs from the garden in Montauk.”
Lucie Rie
$8,810
Porcelain Bowl“I’m obsessed with ceramics—I had to open a store and gallery since I had too many in the house! Lucie Rie, a pioneer of the British Studio Ceramics movement, is a favorite.”
Dyson
$429.99
Special Edition Supersonic Hair Dryer“I have long hair, I love to be able to hop in the ocean at a moment’s notice, I try to squeeze 25 hours into a 24-hour day, and I don’t like to spend ages getting ready. This blow dryer has changed my life.”
Planeta
$51.99
Santa Cecilia 2018“We entertain constantly, and this wine is always on my table. Not only is it a crowd pleaser, but it reminds me of Sicily, a favorite place for its ancient ruins, powerful history, and great food.”
Stihl
$65
PP40 Precision Hand Pruner“Whether entertaining for twenty in the city, cutting branches in the store, or working in the garden in Montauk, I always have these clippers with me so that I can make an arrangement at a moment’s notice.”
Rick Owens
$1,450
Svita Ruched Jersey Maxi Dress“Rick does things on his own terms. He’s an independent spirit, and he makes the best black clothing with impeccable sewing that never goes out of style. His dresses are gothic classics. I’ve worn them everywhere from the Met Gala to birthday parties.”
Alexandre Noll
$6,800
Olivewood Videpoche“The abstract, organic designs of Alexandre Noll—a French mid-century furniture maker who eschewed industrial techniques in favor of the handmade—blur the line between sculpture and object. We collect his carved wood pieces, which are a touchstone for our own furniture collection.”
Tiffany & Co.
$22,000
Elsa Peretti Carnelian Gold Bone Cuff Bracelet“I’ve worn a stack of bracelets long before a stack was a ‘thing’, from the antique Indian bracelets I got from my mother to a bone cuff by iconic designer Elsa Peretti. She made classics, as we aim to do.”
Richard Avedon
Price Upon Request
Twiggy, Hair by Ara Gallant, Paris Studio, January 1968“I remember seeing Avedon at the grocery store in Montauk when I was growing up. It would be a dream to own one of his works, especially one of his timeless women.”
Roman and Williams Guild
$250
Reed Candlestick“I had a vision of a meadow of candlesticks of different heights. Stephen began to turn them on a wooden lathe, which led to our original design for the Reed Candlestick. The collection continues to grow with new sizes and different metals.”
My Favorite Things
Westman Atelier
$68
Vital Skincare Dewy Foundation Drops“This always helps make me look more rested when I’m tired—and it is consciously-made.”
New Balance
$175
996 Suede and Mesh Sneakers“I’ve never liked designer brand trainers. I live in the classics from white Converse to New Balance.”
Brooklyn Bicycle
$599.99
Franklin 8 Speed“I love cycling around the quieter streets, and I love this bike.”
Polaroid
$119.99
Now Generation 2 i-Type Instant Camera“I always like to have a Polaroid camera on hand when we have people to our house upstate or over for dinners.”
C.O. Bigelow
$20
Bergamot Hand Cream“I love nothing more than a good hand lotion. Here is one of my favorites. ”
Métier
$4,650
Perriand Weekend Bag in Marrakech Suede“This bag is by my dear friend Melissa Metier. I take it everywhere. It is the perfect weekend bag. It is so considered and I love the design.”
Smythson
$325
Portobello Notebook“Another item I can’t live without is a good notebook. I carry and use this everyday for all my ideas, to-do lists, etc. I practically collect them.”
William Finnegan
$16.74
Barbarian Days: A Surfing Life“Such a brilliant book—and it makes a great gift.”
Milne Watson x Relove
$307.20
Camille Necklace“I love Milne Watson’s necklaces, which are a mix of vintage beads that founder Emma Milne-Watson chose specially for Reluxe Fashion. I adore the color combinations. They are perfect for the summer season.”
Rimowa
$2,150
Trunk Suitcase“I do so much traveling that I cannot live without this case. It is brilliant and truly stands the test of time.”
Toteme x Relove
$524.80
Bone Alpaca Bouclé Turtleneck“Toteme is so easy to wear and requires no thought, which I love. It is understated chic and I adore this knit. It is an everyday go-to.”
My Favorite Things
Summerill & Bishop
$122
Set of Four Striped Linen Napkins“I have always adored Summerill & Bishop’s tablecloths and linens, which have been the backdrop for most holiday tables at my home. They are beautiful and classic with a twist and great to use for a special dinner.”
Ghia
From $38.00
Non-Alcoholic Apéritif“I entertain often, and although I love having a cocktail, lately I have been leaning toward non-alcoholic drinks. I’ve been a huge fan of drinking Ghia. It is even in all of the mini bars at Palm Heights.”
Eberjey
$138
Gisele Stretch-Modal Pajama Set“These pajamas are incredibly soft. I wear them nightly, along with my 6-year-old who loves them equally as much. One of my favorites for adults and children.”
Irving Penn
$110
Passage: A Work Record“The most beautiful coffee table book and my favorite one in my living room.”
Port Tanger
$165
Baraka Tortoiseshell Acetate Sunglasses“I love to have fun with accessories, especially sunglasses. Port Tanger is one of my favorite brands. Their glasses are chic and statement-making without being over the top.”
Charlotte Mensah
$30
Manketti Oil Shampoo“My daughter has very long textured hair, like mine. A friend gifted her oil from Charlotte Mensah, whose beautiful organic products are focused on afro, mixed, and curly textures. Now, they are a staple in our bathroom.”
Super Smalls
$39
Red Carpet Mega Set“My daughter enjoys every single item from Super Smalls, which is an incredible brand for kids. I go to Super Smalls most of the time for gifting.”
Costa Brazil
$198
Aroma 1 Jungle Eau de Parfum“This is my number one go-to fragrance. I love it and receive a ton of compliments every time I have it on. My husband wears it too, so it is now a family fragrance.”
Bode
$630
Crocheted Striped Cotton Short-Sleeved Shirt“I have been wearing Bode button-down shirts for a long time, especially in warm weather. It is the details that make such a difference for me.”
Dinosaur Designs
$450
Wildflower Large Marbled-Resin Vase“I am crazy for Dinosaur Designs’s sculptural shapes and tonal palette. I have many of their pieces in my kitchen and around my home. I recently added them to the spa at Palm Heights because of their organic nature.”
My Favorite Things
Sophie Buhai
$685
Gold Classic Circle Bracelet“An instant classic. It’s elegant and bold with an organic shape. I love to wear it alone or mixed with another brass or wooden bangle in the summer.”
Peacock Alley
From $160.00
Soprano Stripe Sateen Fitted Sheet“I love subtle ivory striped sheets for a hotel look.”
Eres
$425
Aquarelle One-Piece Swimsuit“The quality of Eres’s swimwear is beyond—you can’t wear anything else after trying one. It’s the best investment.”
Diptyque Paris
$74
Pomander Candle“Smells are very strongly attached to memories for me. I now associate this candle with Biarritz as it is the first one I bought for my house there.”
Yves Saint Laurent
$500
Vintage Belt“I love everything that involves passementerie and tassels. It’s like disguising myself as a chic curtain—with vintage YSL.”
Liberty & Co.
$2,400
Egyptian Revival Dark Maple Thebes Stool“An iconic stool… Originally designed in ancient Egypt and reinterpreted by famous designers several times over the two last centuries, it can be incorporated into any interior style.”
Nancy Cunard
$18.99
Selected Poems“Nancy Cunard, the rich heiress of the famous Cunard Line, was an important avant-garde character. I just discovered that she wrote poetry and am excited to read this book this summer.”
Jean-Michel Franck
$8,795
1930s Straw Marquetry Box“I love vintage straw marquetry—a simple, natural material that can be turned into a very chic decorative element. Jean-Michel Frank’s boxes are very appealing.”
Louis Jadot
$139.99
Puligny-Montrachet Les Referts Premier Cru 2020“All of my favorite wines come from the Burgundy region… A Chassagne-Montrachet or a buttery Meursault shared with friends makes me the happiest.”
The Row
$3,250
Black Evy Double Breasted Wool and Mohair Blend Coat“A long tailored black jacket is the chicest alternative to a trench. It’s nice worn open with an outfit or closed as a dress. It is a versatile classic.”
My Favorite Things
Alessi
$140
Pulcina Induction Espresso Coffee Maker“A perfect coffee-maker and a permanent fixture of my stovetop.”
Casa Bosques Chocolates
$13
Pure Dark Chocolate 74% Chocolate Bar“I like the primal and refined handling of Casa Bosques chocolates.”
Domaine Tissot
$70
Arbois Savagnin 2018“Parcelle is a relaxed yet deep, non-dogmatic wine shop and bar. I love the Jura producer Tissot.”
Marvis
From $6
Aquatic Mint Toothpaste“I’m going to take shit for recommending toothpaste, but once you use ‘aquatic mint’ it’s hard to go back.”
R+D Lab
$1,395
Tubo Fringed Two-Tone Linen, Cashmere and Silk-Blend Throw“I have a newborn, so this comes in handy.”
Etsy
$52
Vintage African Textile“Hunting for textiles on Etsy is surprisingly satisfying. Somehow I always find what I’m looking for.”
The North Face
$460
71 Sierra Quilted Ripstop Hooded Down Jacket“I’m already thinking about how to stay warm next winter.”
My Favorite Things
Matouk
From $84.00
Cairo Towels“I am very picky about home linens. After having tried many other towels, I can say these are the best. I love the curved edge and very absorbent but great quality cotton.”
Charvet
$85
Silk Pocket Square“I’ve been wearing Charvet’s men’s scarves for 20 years, from casual to formal scenes. I have many sizes in many colors. They also protect my sensitive skin.”
Ippodo Tea
$15
Hojicha“I absolutely can’t live without Hojicha, which I drink hot and cold. It’s roasted green tea, which contains much less caffeine than steamed green tea. Ippodo’s teas are all so carefully made. I love their stores in Japan too.”
Axel Einar Hjorth
$11,250.16
1930s “Lovö” Chair by Nordiska Kompaniet“I love beautifully designed furniture. I have two Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs benches, and Axel Einar Hjorth chairs, another chef d’oeuvre of the 20th century. They are beautifully executed wood designs of Art Deco and Modernism.”
SkinCeuticals
$88
Retinol 0.5“My skin care is shockingly simple and cheap. A few years ago, I was introduced to this retinol cream. Now, I mix it with a Dr. Hauschka moisturizer. I love the texture of my skin the next morning—it’s so smooth and plumped.”
Alaïa
$1,990
Sleeveless Bodysuit“This bodysuit is one of my closet classics. I’ve dreamt of owning an Azzedine design since childhood—he knew women best of any designer in the world. As a stylist, I loved going to his Paris atelier and chatting with the couturiers and people around him.”
Sferra
$386
Giza 45 Percale Sheets“I’ve tried many sheets and these are the best sheets in the world. They’re soft but crunchy, like pressed shirts from the dry cleaner.”
Yamaha
$1,299.99
Arius Digital Piano“I learned to play the piano when I was little but hated taking lessons. During Covid, I went back to it and became addicted. Now, I love playing for hours and hours at night while listening to Ryuichi Sakamoto and Bach on headphones.”
Vintage
From $70.00
Blue Danube China Dinnerware“My mother has always collected porcelain. Upon my marriage, she offered us this set as a family tradition. She had them as decoration, but I love using them in real life to feel elevated, though I do get nervous seeing my husband drinking coffee out of it every morning! ”
Hermes
$1,610.21
Men’s Silver Bracelet“This chunky silver men’s bracelet is another classic that I wear everyday. I always love men’s wardrobes, so it’s my perfect companion.”
Rimowa
$2,150
Trunk Suitcase“My Rimowa luggage is like my second husband. They have traveled with me all over the world and I love them dearly. They’ve changed my life.”
Cartier
$23,100
Panthère de Cartier Gold Watch“My husband’s gift to me that I wear all the time. I love the design so much. I’ve never worn round face watches; it’s been always square. I love the masculine elements of it as well as the truly sexy chain design and name, Panthère.”
My Favorite Things
Birkenstock
$49.95
Arizona Essentials Eva“I have these sandals in six colors. They’re the best for summer.”
Leica
$6,195
Q2 Monochrom Compact Digital Camera“I never use an iPhone to take photos. This camera makes your photos even better. Have you seen my Instagram?”
William Wegman
$13.79
Being Human“William Wegman is so good. Imagine working with these dogs and the hours it must take to train them. It’s a great lesson in patience.”
Coconut Float
$24.95
Lime Green Pool Float“I love to fill my pool with at least 20 fun inflatables.”
1stDibs
$950
Antique Oak Adjustable Drafting Table“An adjustable drafting table because sitting for too long is bad.”
Sylvie Fleury
$250
The Art of Survival“I’m always amazed by Sylvie’s incredible imagination, especially for an artist who lives and works in Geneva, which isn’t the most creative and exciting place on the planet.”
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