My dear friend and amazing human being Kassandra Lefakinis just launched the next must have brand of gorgeous facial oils designed to embody the raw beauty of the Mediterranean “where simple luxury meets wild nature, evocative of summer splendor.” Using only the highest quality botanical oils, Optunia makes gender neutral simple and effective skincare. I was gifted the Revival Night Face Oil a few weeks ago and am completely obsessed. It smells heavenly and my skin has never looked better. The core ingredient is fresh pressed Prickly Pear seed oil - a super seed that contains 24 anti-oxidents. Read more about Optunia, this sustainable company, the best origin story of a brand, and shop the line here.
Must Have... Frama
My love affair with Copenhagen that has been detailed here over the years continues at a pace with every issue of Scandinavia Standard, a Claus Meyer opening, and a Frama design release. The Adams stool is my current obsession; perfect function meets form. I particularly love the wood seat adding an element of warmth to the metal architecture for a design that is more organic minimalism than industrial. See more from this Danish design company here. I want to live in the pictures on their website!
Loving...Make
This amazing bronzer/highlighter from MAKE is a just is time combat sallow winter skin, having you look like you spent a weekend in your favorite balmy clime. I love the universally flattering Moon Stick in Charon. Made in the USA and free from fragrance, parabens, and alcohol, its also formulated with vitamins C and E to protect your skin from the vagaries of changing weather.
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Loving... Objects Without Meaning
Created by Alexandra Michelle in 2011 and based in Los Angeles, Objects Without Meaning garments emphasize the wearer rather than the object. Each collection is based on the simplicity of its materials and the forms they take. In the process, OWM strives to create honest, effortless clothing that carries no baggage and is loathe to adhere to trends. While I love the story of this brand and the integrity with which they create each collection, it is the functional wearability and gorgeous fabric that hooked me from the start.
Loving... Malin + Goetz
M+G Weekender Carry On Kit is perfect for holiday travel. Designed to meet TSA travel regulations (thank you!!!) This kit is complete with all the body and skin care essentials you for a get away including a gorgeous smelling eucalyptus deodorant (thank you again!!). M+G products use amino acid technology that purifies and hydrates without stripping or drying was founded on the principle simple and effective skin care for all skin types for all people.