Over 20 years ago, I purchased a long passport wallet from Hartmann made in their gorgeous belting leather. I liked the long size, wide width, and the fact that I could just grab it and go (clutch style). After everyday wear for two decades it needed to be put to bed. Sadness. My search for a replacement was futile until I found this gorgeous wallet from Cuyana that fit the bill (literally). Beautifully handmade in Argentina in four gorgeous on point colors, this is my new go to carry it all.
Collectable...VITRA
From VITRA's Mid-19th Century Modern Wall Clock Collection, comes a reissue of George Nelson's Ball Clock made in Europe of Brass and Beechwood. Based in Switzerland, Vitra is a family owned furniture company that also creates elevated retail environments.
Loving... Rodin
Mermaid Luxury Lip Oil from the eponymous line by Linda Rodin is so light weight and flattering that you will wonder how you have done without it for so long. Formulated with vitamin E along with a plethora of other nourishing good-for-you oils I wear this on its own for a pick my up, or over lipstick for the perfect shimmer that makes any color better.
Must See... Susan Meiselas
I first came to know of Susan Meiselas' amazing photographs when she was photographing in conflict zones in the 70's and 80's. To a one, these images were extraordinary in making the viewer proximate to the violence of war and our shared humanity. Overtime, I acquainted myself with most of her work, well at least the images in monographs, museums, and galleries finding inspiration in her photographs of women and culture. In Mediations, San Fransisco Museum of Modern Art pays homage to one of the most important female photographers of all time. This epic retrospective of her work is on view through October.
Covetable...Base Range
Based in Denmark and France, and founded in 2012, Baserange is a line of sustainable under and easy wear. The effortless and wearable collection favors a philosophy of clean, easy and accessible garments that exist somewhere between modern culture and the natural world. Working only with high quality, organic fabrics in innovative ways they are a company committed to minimizing environmental impact. Their modern basics are sop well made they will last a life time.
Must Have...Raden
This Raden Hardside suitcase in Black Matte finish is hands down the best travel item I have ever purchased, ever. It is sleek, lightweight, beautifully designed AND is loaded up with tech. Proximity sensors use Bluetooth technology via iOS app and their cases have an integrated 7,800mAh battery along with two 2.1A USB ports to charge your devices when you are on the go.. I love that the ergonomic carry handle doubles as a scale so that I am never surprised by extra fees at the gate. It boasts a reversed zipper lining with polyurethane overlay for waterproof sealing along with a built-in TSA-approved lock. The polyester interior lining with mesh pockets, double-zippered sides keeps any packing system (if you have one) neat and accessible. The double-spinning Japanese wheel bases and polyurethane tires have 360° maneuverability and make pushing or pulling even they heaviest case effortless. After test driving this on a few international trips this winter, I bought one for every member of my family.