I wear a lot of bright colors, so I don’t dress in all black very often. I’ve recently discovered the freedom that comes with wearing all black…it’s sophisticated, can look dressy even when you’re completely casual, and it’s easy to accessorize. This exact outfit became my uniform this weekend, which made getting dressed a snap! I added two of my go-to necklaces: my beloved monogram necklace from Miriam Merenfeld and my lucky horseshoe from Lilah V, which add a little sparkle to the look!
I’ve been traveling a bit on the weekends, and investing in a good backpack has been on my mind. As much as I love using my crossbody bag when I travel, sometimes I need something bigger to wear all day. (Especially if I’m buying souvenirs or need to carry snacks/water.) I found this Dolce Vita Carla Convertible backpack that is made of buttery soft leather and has cute stud detailing. It has two straps so you can wear it like a traditional backpack, and one strap on top if you want to hold it in your hard or sling it over one shoulder. It even has the perfect pocket inside for your phone! I love, love, love this backpack. It isn’t the utilitarian backpacks from high school; this is the updated, modern, and chic sister that still holds everything you need.
This weekend, my backpack was filled with hot weather essentials, so I kept my Kiehl’s Cactus Flower and Tibetan Ginseng Hydrating Mist close by. This stuff smells like paradise! I love this travel size, which is easy to pack and still flies in my carry-on. I don’t know if flying makes your skin dry like it does mine, but this little spray keeps skin hydrated even under dry conditions. It’s described as “a potent blend of Lavender, Geranium and Rosemary essential oils detoxify and protect skin from environmental aggressors.” Sign me up!
I also have a fondness for Kiehl’s Limited Edition Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado. It also smells delicious, and part of a limited edition package for Earth Day! (The artwork on the lid was done by Gabrielle Reece and Laird Hamilton.)It’s the #1 customer favorite eye treatment, made with natural Avocado Oil. Besides being an incredible under eye moisturizer, this product does good elsewhere, too. 100% of net profits, up to $50,000, from the sale of this product will benefit Recycle Across America™.
Both these products are now my travel staples. What are yours?
Photography: S. Jackson
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