Bet you were so enchanted by the one-of-a-kind weekender that you didn’t even notice the dozen-plus outfits I indecisively chucked neatly packed inside.
Available at elliotmann.com, $409.
Stroke, [paint] stroke. Applying the watery limited-edition shade dreamed up by Chinese fashion photographer Chen Man is unexpectedly soothing.
Available at maccosmetics.com, $16.
Worn with flats or wedges, piles of jewelry or bare, the versatile geometric dress serves as a luggage-friendly summer staple.
Available at shoplatitude.com, $350.
A pile of greens tastes so much better when it’s served in a neon bowl.
Available at etsy.com, $32.
I’ve always been a sucker for cat-eye specs. Throw in studs plus a black-on-tortoiseshell frame, and there’s no going back.
Available at 80spurple.com, $189.
I propose amping up iPhone-DJed dance parties with an oversize red, white, or black gem.
Available at mollaspace.com, $20.
Dear Belgian waffles, you lose. These honeycomb street snacks from Hong Kong are leagues ahead in both taste (sweet, eggy batter) and texture (crunchy air bubble goodness).
Available at williams-sonoma.com, $50.
The chambray mini with floral trim is ideal for those 100 percent humidity days when you’ll die if anything touches your skin.
Available at asos.com, $66.
Though I love a classic red lip, there’s something extra cool about a vibrant, matte pink.
Available at narscosmetics.com, $24.
Sure, Charles and Ray Eames are known for their iconic furniture. But that’s no reason to overlook the couple’s photographic contributions. I’ll think of them every time I take a sip.
Available at curiosityshoppeonline.com, $95.
I’ll happily trade the gum at the bottom of my purse for one vial of strong Japanese pellets. The candy coating dissolves into a potent mouthful of medicinal herbs.
Available at shop.cooperhewitt.org, $12.
Minnesota siblings Kim and Linda Renk know how to make a statement piece. I can’t take my eyes off their candy-colored seed bead strands.
Available at charmandchain.com, $178.
I’m not sure what five hours of cold-smoking dark chocolate over alder wood entails, but I’m positive I’ll enjoy eight ounces of the organic result.
Available at getyourhotcakes.com, $14.
Nope, I’m not having an asthma attack; I just can’t stop inhaling notes of black plum and amber. Once the wax disappears, I’m left with a porcelain piece from the master himself.
Available at jonathanadler.com, $68.
The Italian-made kicks have enough pop, strap, and height to qualify as equal-opportunity footwear (see: work, play, travel).
Available at madewell.com, $99.
Dainty jewelry? No thanks. I’ll take a giant, cast-copper disc accessory with laser-etched hieroglyphic symbols.
Available at shopstandingup.us, $660.
Tarot cards are so overplayed. Why not entertain picnic-goers and party guests with good old-fashioned dice divination?
Available at shipandshape.com, $65.
European women have supposedly sworn by the affordable Belgian cleanser for centuries. I say, what’s good enough to eat (see: slide 7) is good enough to slather all over my face.
Available at ebmerc.com, $5.50.
Inspired by 1970s Las Vegas poolside motels, the triangular painted lanterns are an artsy take on twinkle lights.
Available at etsy.com, $65.
Step one: Swipe and blend upward across each cheekbone. Step two: Leave apartment with a warm, rosy glow achieved in less than 30 seconds.
Available at facestockholm.com, $25.
I’ve always been more wordsmith than numbers cruncher. So if given the opportunity to actually read the time (on a high-precision quartz clock), I’ll take it.
Available at ronrobinson.com, $600.
I cordially invite this graceful, understated brass bracelet to my arm party.
Available at odetteny.com, $198.
There’s nothing like the smell of DEET-infused chemical funk. I opt for the earthy blend of grapefruit, fir needles, and wood oils that repels insects — not friends.
Available at shop.thefutureperfect.com, $50.
Friends don’t let friends eat ice cream without a shovel. Spread the word with a dozen miniature steel scoopers from India.
Available at kioskkiosk.com, $8.
The drawstring melon bottoms keep things casual without crossing over into the tiny-workout-shorts-as-public-wear trend. (Editor’s note: Please stop.)
Available at cynthiavincent.net, $108.
The most recent paraben- and sulfate-free addition to the good doctor’s line repairs war-torn heels and general summer sandal damage.
Available at drkristaarcher.com, $20.
I appreciate anything that falls under the category of nerdy yet whimsical. Office accessories disguised as donuts fit the bill.
Available at jetpens.com, $4.
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