Spring Fever

Sixteen picks from powder blue cardigans, to pink beaded necklaces

Dear Reader,

Inspired by the types of magazine spreads I grew up loving to read (and still do!), here’s a tight edit of pieces that have caught my eye as we live through the first few days of the new season. Short and sweet, with lots of blue and pink!

Next week, I’ll be back with a longer send featuring books and looks from March. Let me know what you think of this type of letter. Always love your feedback.

All my best,
Natalia

In the mood for Spring! 1 // 2 // 3 // 4 // 5 // 6 // 7 // 8 // 9 // 10 // 11 // 12 // 13 // 14 // 15 // 16 // center image source.

1. I bought this Destree bag two years ago for my birthday, and returned it. Can you believe it?!?! It was in a different shade of blue, and admittedly, it was the wrong shade of blue. But this one is just right. (Destree Mini Gunther bag, $685)

2. Loving this powdery blue rollneck cardigan. Wear it all the way buttoned up, or just the first two, leaving the rest open. (James Street Co. Peri cardigan, $348)

3. Last October in Paris, I spotted so many great Jimmy Choos in stores and in the streets. These have my eye for upcoming Spring gatherings. (Jimmy Choo Amita slingbacks, $925)

4. This Liffner pouch in a perfect pink has been on my wishlist since I spotted it on their website a few months ago. Back when I spotted it in January, I was bummed to see it shipped until mid-April, but guess what… that’s next month!! (Liffner Pushlock clutch, $495)

5. Every morning, after coffee, I gua sha my face for five minutes. My skin and face instantly see a difference, and using the Vitner’s Daughter Active Botanical Serum takes it up a notch. Smells so clean and fresh, and leaves my skin moisturized for the day. Coincidentally, my aunt Jacquie has been using this serum for years. Twinning! (Vitner’s Daughter Active Botanical Serum, $215)

6. A friend of mine is working with New Zealand–based Emma Lewisham and sent over a few products to try. As soon as they arrived, I texted her about how beautiful the packaging is and how intentional every detail feels. Emma actually started the line while she was pregnant. She was dealing with melasma, couldn’t use certain ingredients, and realized there wasn’t anything on the market that felt both safe and effective. So she began researching herself, and the brand was born. It’s all very thoughtful and grounded in how the skin actually works, which you can feel in the products. (Emma Lewisham Sunceutical SPF 50 Mineral Glow Serum, $92)

7. I have the Devon sandals from Loeffler Randall in gold and have been wearing them with white jeans and some type of black top. But those IG ads… they really get you. I was recently served one of the same sandals, but in this creamy purple/pink shade, and now they’re on my wishlist. (Loeffler Randall Devon sandal, $295)

8. You know I love the Ruggable Fawn runner I have in my kitchen, but I’ve had this blue rug on my home wishlist for a long time. I’ve seen it in person, and it reads more as powder blue than teal. Hoping to make some home changes and updates, and this will be ideal for our bedroom. (Ruggable Luna rug, starting at $118)

9. Raffia bags = beacons of warmer weather. And in navy? Sign me up. (Jenni Kayne Hollis bag, $245)

10. Just last week, my assistant and I were talking about lip gloss, and we both agreed the Saie one is the best one on the market. Snagging this new “Bubble” color for a subtle pink refresh. (Saie Glossybounce, $22)

11. Something happened to all my Henri DÔEN tops, and I can’t seem to find them. A restock is in order, and I love both the pink and the navy. Will be a hard choice (maybe both?!?!). (DÔEN Henri top, $248)

12. I stopped getting regular manicures a few months ago (just don’t have the time anymore) and prefer to sit on my patio and give myself a quick clean-up. I’ve used the Manucurist Active Glow since last year, and recently got the Active Blur and Active Shine. Love these products — just one coat and you’re good to go! (Manucurist Active Blur, $19)

13. Jeans + tshirt + ballet flats + a great pair of earrings. Nothing more, nothing less. (Dorsey Porter earrings, $235)

14. A true throw-on-and-go pant. They have that perfect relaxed shape—slightly baggy, hits at the ankle—with a pull-on waistband that makes them as easy as sweats, but far more polished. (Leset Kyoto Pant, $280)

15. My mom lent my youngest brother her Cuyana travel pouch for his trip to visit me, and it reminded me how much I love them. I got the white ones and immediately swapped out all my purse pouches for these. Eyeing these beautiful blue ones. (Cuyana Travel Case set, $178)

16. Best for last. I check Starling’s site for this necklace almost every night. Birthday gift to myself? (Starling beaded necklace, $490)