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I saw a trend on social media a few months ago where people would “pick one” item in response to a prompt – sort of a condensed “desert island” challenge. Are we game to try this Friday?
Pick one…
+T-shirt
+Pair of jeans
+Pair of sunglasses
+Writing implement
+Handbag
+Lip product
+Candy
+Home scent
+Sweatshirt
I’ll go first…
+T-shirt: Sold Out NYC Iconically Soft Tee. IMO the perfect weight, length, amount of structure to go with anything.
+Pair of jeans: Agolde Riley crops! I had to field test this one. I went into my closet the other night to change into jeans and I realized my favorite “hang out around the house” pair are these. They are so comfortable – a rigid/non-stretch denim but loose fit.
+Drink order: Glass of Italian red wine. Nebbiolo if available! When we were at I Sodi in West Village many years ago (the charming, postage-stamp-sized original location), I ordered a glass of nebbiolo with cacio e pepe and the waiter bowed his head and said: “Excellent order. Nebbiolo and cacio are like peanut butter and jelly.” (Aside: though I’m sure waiters the world over use this trick to endear themselves to their patrons, I fall for it every time. I love being told I ordered well!) I think of this any time I see a Nebbiolo on the menu, and remember how perfect that meal was, and how we might have a handful of truly memorable dining experiences in a given year, and that one is sure to transcend decades.
+Pair of sunglasses: My Celines (seen at top of post!). I atoned for these for years by wearing cheaper sunglasses after losing a pair of Chanels in a Target dressing room. These make any outfit. The tortoise color, the shape – timeless.
+Writing implement. I recently found out that one of my best guy friends only writes in green ink. How amazingly quirky is that? I still swear by these Tru Reds in the 5 mm. Perfect flow and precision point.
+Handbag: My classic Chanel quilted pebble leather flap bag. Goes with anything and will never go out of style.
+Lip product: This is a moving target TBH but right now, I have been wearing this Queen Musia lipstick in the fun Queen Bovary pink color daily. I wore it to lunch with my mom the other day and she said, “Oh my gosh! Beautiful lip color!” Even if I’m wearing minimal makeup, this makes the look.
+Candy: Haribo sour spaghetti
+Home scent: Any of the Trudon scents (conveniently, and rarely, 15% off here), but Josephine is a front runner. These candles are complex, sophisticated, and unexpected. No one will know what you’re burning (less recognizable than Baies, etc), but the scent will be luxurious and inviting.
+Sweatshirt: An old, stained Champion with my high school’s name on it that I’ve had for two decades. The only thing I want to wear on a rainy/bad day.
Post-Scripts.
+How I organize my studio to invite creativity.
+The things your children will miss.
+Random thoughts on John Mayer.
Shopping Break.
+Gorgeous summer dress for under $300. Looks very Johanna Ortiz.
+Just ordered this to try for an everyday tinted moisturizer situation.
+Tempted by this sleek and oversized RDV tote — on sale for $175, plus extra 20% off with code YOUROCK. I think I’ll order for schlepping kids gear all summer. I saw it and immediately imagined wearing it with this caftan at the pool?
+Have heard really good things about this natural deodorant. Should have included deodorant in my grooming post (the comments are SO good), but I still use anti-perspirant. I’m so scared to switch — I tried once and hated it. I know it takes awhile to adjust.
+Loft has some seriously cute pieces out right now — this gingham top reminds me of Doen, this cherry red linen dress would look fab with strappy sandals, and I adore these eyelet beach shorts! Just like my eyelet pareo from Solid and Striped I wore all last summer.
+People love these solar buddies! A clever way to help kids apply sunscreen. Going to try this summer.
+Two other swimsuits to contemplate: this tile-print Sezane, this medallion print Agua Bendita.
+New-to-me brand Skkein just reached out and offered to send me some items from their latest collection. I jumped at the chance to try this Missoni-esque set of shorts and knit polo! Cute! They offered us 10% off with code MAGPIE-10.
+Very attractive headphone stand. I swear by my noise canceling ones — use them constantly!
+Starting to order activities for travel days this summer — just added this to the arsenal.
+Another fun jelly shoe option if you’re into the trend (covered recently in Marie Claire). I’m loving mine!