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“Teatime is ingrained in the English psyche, and I always stop work at 4:30 or 5:00 for it. At best, I make scones in the Aga and pile on clotted cream and blackberry jam with friends; at the very least, it’s Mariage Frères tea leaves in my gorgeous Herend pot, which I’ve had for twenty years. Making tea in a horrid mug with a cheap teabag is a travesty.”

“This bath oil was originally created in Germany in the early 30s. A friend brought it to me as a house gift, and I was instantly hooked: one drop and the entire room smells of the mountains, like an Alpine paradise. The oil is so powerful, and you need so little, that one small bottle lasts months.”

“When I first visited Marrakesh I fell in love with the colors and textures of Berber blankets and brought a few home to put on our beds. They are incredibly heavy and act like weighted blankets, promoting deep sleep, but look utterly beautiful.”

“My old friend Miranda Brooks gave me a Paravel collapsible weekend bag monogrammed with my initials, P.S. It was an incredibly sweet gift, and it’s perfect for one night away.”

“Possibly the most natural fake tan for the face out there. It makes you look sun-kissed. I use it after moisturising with the Omorovicza Rejuvenating Night Cream.”

“There is no wittier comedy than that of the goofy toff Bertie Wooster and his loquacious valet, Jeeves. I love the Everyman hardbacks, with their squat, square design, and I rarely travel without a P.G. in my bag to cheer me up.”

“I discovered this delectable red wine at Huntsworth Wine Company in Kensington. The store’s owner, Tuggy Meyer, told me I could give this £20 wine to people who drink £200 bottles and they wouldn’t know the difference: he was right.”

“I’m a total sucker for the Gucci stripe. I bought a pair of these sunglasses about ten years ago in the Boston airport, and I’m still wearing them. They’re classics.”

“For me, the ‘Whitney’ is the new Kelly bag: it’s named after Whitney Bromberg, founder of Flowerbx and the impossibly elegant wife of Peter Hawkings, the brilliant successor to Tom Ford. A white bag feels luxurious because it’s so absurdly impractical.”

“I live on a farm in Gloucestershire, which is my excuse for driving a 4x4. I treated myself to a used Range Rover Sport about two years ago, which felt like an incredible indulgence. I spend so much time in it that I feel like I live in it, and the heated seats and steering wheel make freezing winter mornings bearable.”

“When I unwrapped a birthday present to find a miniature Hermès box inside, and inside that a pot of nail polish, I was intrigued. It looks like molten chocolate on your nails, and that little orange box is a dream to have on your dressing table.”

“I think Manolo designs the best stiletto of all time, period. There’s just no competition as far as I’m concerned, and these work with everything from jeans to a ballgown.”

“The only lip color I wear. When I’ve got a call in the middle of a studio day, I button up a clean shirt over my dirty overalls and quickly apply Ono Ono.”

“Lemaire makes up a good portion of my uniform, and their sculpted Egg Bag is a masterpiece in leatherwork. I have a custom one in white leather.”

“Small sculptures for your ears, both modernist yet elegant. I wear the large size for evenings, and the small size for daytime.”

“I always have a 64 oz. bottle of this in the fridge. I put it in sparkling water several times a day, and mix it into a jar of green tea to rinse my face for a simple, refreshing toner.”

“Lauren Manoogian makes the most exquisite knitwear, uses thick, textured fabrics woven with paper, and has just opened her first flagship in New York. I live in these pants.”

“Every time I go to Japan I pick up a new carbon steel knife. This rectangular-bladed Nakari knife is great for chopping up a big pile of leafy greens, herbs, or alliums.”

“I grew up with chairs like this in my family’s Berkeley home. They are timeless, comfortable, and can easily be moved around a space when you’re hosting.”

“I worked with a skilled metal craftsman at a foundry in Massachusetts to sandcast it. Perfect for a low coffee table or displayed minimally on a pedestal.”

“I discovered this scent in an art book-filled Mexico City loft and then was later reminded of it in a redwood cabin in Inverness, California.”

“I’ve kept Akari lights at all of my studios. This early model, with the beautiful yellowing paper, is one I hope to find a place for.”

“Faye Toogood refers to herself as a tinkerer, and this shirt is for a person doing just that. I cuff the sleeves and wear it with my Lauren Manoogian pants and a pair of studio clogs or mules.”

“I once had an indulgent flight back to New York with this box of chocolate-covered cashews as my only plane food, probably watching Erin Brockovich.”

“I found this matcha when I was in Kyoto after I had stopped drinking coffee. It’s now a part of my day to day.”

“Searching for something as common as a baseball cap that fits perfectly has always frustrated me. This is my go-to for a classic cap. Simple.”

“This scent is really sexy. It’s best burning in the evening when you have people over.”

“I’ve always lived with these sconces, and wherever I go they come with me. Subtle and captivating.”

“I highly recommend investing in good bedding. You’ll use it everyday and it gets better with every wash. This is my favorite.”

“A classic signet, which I have in red jasper. I was told that it would protect me. I am sure it will become an heirloom of mine.”

“The most comfortable underwear—and no logos!”

“The Row makes this sweater practically every season in new colors. The fit is incredibly thoughtful. I wear it weekly.”

“A close friend of mine gave me this book on my birthday a couple years ago. I go back to it often to find inspiration. It’s a short interior monologue in which the writer reflects on what constitutes life and the beautiful details of being.”

“Linossier’s designs always draw me in. Subtle, mysterious, and tasteful. I use mine to burn incense at home.”

“I wear this scent most days. It’s strong and intimate—and I love how it looks like a glass stone on my bathroom counter.”

“This ebony ashtray is balanced in proportion and is perfectly functional for a naughty habit.”

“My friend Veronica de Piante makes the best sleek basics for every day. I love this cashmere polo, and the color is so perfect.”

“This book is about how women find courage, and the writer takes us through some remarkable women’s journeys in history. It is by far the most inspiring read yet this year!”

“Best cleanser out there, and I love the way their products smell!”

“I know the Mary Jane trend is winding down, but I still love these velvet flats from Attersee for an everyday office look with a pair of jeans.”

“I’m super intrigued by the artist Nora Turato, who I recently met at her Sprüth Magers show in L.A. She studied graphic design before her break into art, so she uses large-scale text in a lot of her works in a fascinating way. I’m also really drawn to her performance-based work.”

“I have a journal obsession that doesn’t stop growing. Smythson is the one I always go back to. I love to customize mine with my initials and icons.”

“Pierre Chapo is one of my favorite makers, and this daybed is perfect for therapy—or a drink.”

“I have gone full L.A. and only drink orange and biodynamic natural wines. There are many good ones, but this is what I can’t get enough of right now.”

“My current favorite fragrance to give as a gift is from my friend Brianna Lipovsky’s brand. It’s inspired by horses—what could be better?”

“I like anything and everything Rogan Gregory makes, but this wicker sofa is secretly my favorite thing he has ever designed.”

“I’m never without a cup of Bellocq tea—I have at least four kinds in rotation. My favorite is Bellocq’s Canyon Chai.”

“I love a shirt that can double as a light jacket, and I’m in awe of Gabriela Hearst’s commitment to sustainability and detail.”

“My studio spaces are a source of inspiration for me. Donald Judd understood that, too, and this book captures all of his studio spaces brilliantly. I keep a copy at the studio and at home.”

“I’m never in doubt about what pants to wear.”

“I’ve been known to travel with my ab roller.”

“As I attempt to move towards a majority plant-based diet, this book has been a guide.”

“I’ve never wanted to run a business with a dirty bathroom. Our studio bathroom always has a Diptyque reed diffuser.”

“My go-to mints—highly addictive and effective. My husband is an executive at the company, so he ensures I always have a supply.”

“I love drawings in general, and I particularly love Joan Jonas’s drawings. It was a no-brainer when the opportunity presented itself to publish a book focusing on this important aspect of her work through my studio’s publishing imprint, DABA Press.”

“My paintings go through many drafts and revisions, and I spend long hours reviewing layers on my computer—comfortably and uncomfortably in bed.”

“These are my go-to summer shoes. I love the aesthetic.”

“This Modernist ceiling lamp by Joe Colombo has always inspired me because of its simplicity and sex appeal.”

“My Ray-Ban Aviators are one of my favorite pairs of sunglasses. The style is a classic.”

“I cannot recommend our body oil enough… Take a hot shower, dry brush, and apply it before bed. Your body will thank you.”

“Jorge Zalszupin is one of my favorite Brazilian furniture designers. I love his use of simple materials to create a brilliant piece in both look and function.”

“I cannot live without my Stan Smith Sneakers. They are a classic, and I throw them on for any occasion.”

“I love the color and the fit of these swim shorts.”

“This book of Lucian Freud’s sketches and etchings, which spans his evolution from Surrealism to Realism, is so inspiring.”

“One of my favorite summer activities is bike riding. The Roebling has been my favorite throughout the years.”

“This eye cream is intensely luxurious and makes my skin feel hydrated and firm.”

“The originator of Brazilian conscientious design, Zanine created sculptural furniture from Atlantic Forest wood that was being disposed of as scrap. His intention was to value the wood and, at the same time, bring awareness to deforestation.”

“My go-to T-shirt is by Comme Des Garçons. I always find myself gravitating towards it.”

“The best daily exfoliant. I rub it dry on my skin every night and then rinse it off. It smells great, feels great, and the green color matches the walls of my new store.”

“There is nothing better to wear to bed or to lounge in on the weekends. Such a good brand and so reasonably priced.”

“I am enjoying this almost too much. I hear the audio book is even better, since she’s reading it. Meeting her is on my bucket list.”

“Gucci always has the best lipsticks shades, like this perfect nutty brown that I saw my friend wearing.”

“My mother collected Napoleon Ivy dinnerware, and I love the design too. You can find all sorts of pieces on Etsy, but, luckily, I’ve inherited a full set.”

“I love wearing an orthopedic shoe, and Mephisto is the coolest of all brands. It is the right amount of old man, comfort, and monochromatic chic.”

“I love Bessarabian rugs for their gorgeous florals. The bigger the scale, the better.”

“I love to wear a T-shirt and skirt, and this is my favorite one, complete with rhinestones and moons and stars. A glam skirt with a ratty tee is the way to go.”

“Sloane is my dear friend. We never talk about sad things, but her book about her best friend’s suicide is touching and wonderful and impossible to put down.”

“I need to buy some Dries, obviously. I’ve always loved his accessories, since they are fun and can be mixed with anything. The man knows print and color.”

“After taking a quiz, I was matched with this perfume—and it is actually the best. It’s really intense and rich. I love a bold scent.”

“As a woman with virgin earlobes, it can be quite hard to find nice clip-on earrings. Marni always makes playful, great options.”

“Andrée Putnam designed this caviar dish for Christofle, and she also designed my first Connolly store in the Mews. Her eye and modern sensibility looked so effortless and understated but was—and is—always perfect.”

“I cannot get out of bed without a cup of English breakfast tea. The yellow tin is the same color as our shop’s living room, which so many people have commented on over the years!”

“I love David Zwirner’s gallery; the Richter exhibition, in London, is such a good show.”

“I love sea glass, and this dish seems to have salty stories to tell. It would add beauty and dreams to any table.”

“Grenson creative director Tim Little is a star. He grew the British heritage brand and made it relevant for today. I wish more investors had that talent and guts.”

“I am totally in love with Remy Renzullo for Carolina Irving and Daughters’ dinner plates.”

“A flight suit in white for my daughter Gigi who is an artist in Florence—and a messy painter.”

“This is our limited-edition picnic hamper. The rattan is woven by master artisans in France and hand-trimmed with Connolly Vaumol leather; it is filled with all the brands we love, from Gilles and Boissier to Lorenzini, and even a Joel Parkes wooden board.”

“Legendary coachbuilder with original interiors and beautiful Connolly leather upholstery, which we would happily restore at Connolly Brothers.”

“I grew up in Africa where Fanta was the best drink ever. It still gives me a Proustian nudge when I drink it!”

“An ‘outlaw’ dog jumper for my New York friend’s dog Margot, who is an outlaw but gorgeous.”

“A magical pinot noir entirely in balance! An investment and something to look forward to…”

“I have long admired Malaika for its commitment to supporting low-income women in Egypt. I love the brand’s earthy, sensual designs.”

“I was recently given this vanity case set, which is made from upcycled plastic. I love how it fuses sustainability, elegance, and practicality.”

“I love this dress because you can wear it during all seasons. I’d pair it with heels or flat sandals on a steamy European summer night.”

“My favorite place in the world is my sofa, wrapped up in a blanket on the phone with friends in different time zones. This throw is neutral and beautifully soft. Kassatex’s founders are dear friends of mine.”

“This is a cherished book of mine. The title reminds me of the intrinsic strength that women have and prompts me to channel my soft power, to try to be of service to others.”

“I have been inspired by Tory Burch and her support of female entrepreneurs for many years now. I love this bikini as it reminds me of the mid-60s, an era I find so utterly stylish.”

“This is my signature scent; it’s sunshine in a bottle and smells like pure Moroccan orange blossom. I named it after my sons who are both ¼ Berber and blonde!”

“I adore this joyful home brand; it makes me feel as if nothing can go wrong.”

“I’ve been watching Feud: Capote vs. the Swans, and this cape gown reminds me of something Babe Paley would have worn. The ultimate feminine dress of elegance and power!”

“One of the reasons I was attracted to perfume as a medium is because I strongly believe in the healing power of plants and flowers. This book is an excellent guide on how to work with the healing frequency of plants.”

“The smell of untreated beeswax really triggers my pleasure pathways! These are also the easiest and most satisfying gifts for hosts.”

“I own two pairs of shoes: nasty gym sneakers and the Blundstone Chelsea Boot. I paint in them, I trot ‘round Manhattan in them, I wear them to dinners, and I wear them to weddings.”

“Mmm, I love cozy sweaters, and I especially love Gabby’s sweaters. In my past life, I was a fisherman or a lighthouse keeper or someone who would wear big thick sweaters every day. This one is super chunky and magnificent and hand-knitted by Uruguayan craftspeople.”

“Local honey is a gift from nature! I always buy local honey when I can.”

“I drove cross country six times between 2021 and 2023. These photos—from 1969–1974—are part of a larger cultural database that I think fuels a European excitement for the great American expanse and discovering it by road.”

“I’ve had my current Barbour since I was 14 years old… I get it waxed once a year to keep in good nick. Best jacket, with pockets for everything.”

“I’ve become fixated on antique painted boxes. All I want to do is put everything I own into pretty little boxes and pop them on a shelf so that they can all look pretty together. Some of them have sponge-painted patterns that look like leopard print; others are painted to look like exotic woods.”

“Cycling is genuinely the only form of transport that guarantees punctuality. I’m too old to be late at this point. It’s also a great way to get your bearings and discover new nooks of a city.”

“Sky High Farm is such an important organization; sales from their clothing branch go straight back to the farm, which provides food for low-income neighborhoods.”

“It’s just as interesting to read Judd’s polemic writings as it is to see his art, design, and homes.”

“I collect slightly dated gadgets for the kitchen and study. There’s something about these fabulously archaic (but still useful at times!) tools.”

“I don’t play rugby anymore, but I still have piles and piles of rugby shirts both vintage and new. Something about the stripes and color blocks… So playful and nostalgic.”