The Wednesday Ten, No. 1

We are trying something new here. Every Wednesday, I’ll bring you a list of ten things that I think you should know about. I’m excited! Maybe it’s a new launch, a really great podcast episode . . . maybe it’s an independent designer or a must-have shopping find. It will be a different mix every week.

1. A new-to-me source for gorgeous, under $300 handbags: The Horse. Clementine is my personal favorite. I’m getting Loewe vibes from her. Esme (a minimalist hobo that feels Row adjacent) and Rumi (the perfect slouchy tote) are equally fab.
2. Two very exciting influencer collaborations from close friends of mine:
   • Blair Eadie’s collection for Frances Valentine launched yesterday. It is extra fun, cheerful, and maximalist. If you have a party, you’ll want to check this out. I wore this rainbow checkerboard dress and this oversized clutch to her party.
   • Mally Goldman launches her Shopbop collection today. Truly wonderful, well-priced basics. I personally love this jacket, this tee, and these pants. The collection runs TTS/slightly roomy.
3. A few really cool finds from independent designers to know and fall in love with.
   • These yellow silk dupioni pants, omg. Maybe even prettier than Donni. I ordered and will report back. One size feels like a risk but we will see.
   • Martiniano for gorgeous flats. Love the high glove, it comes in so many great colors.
   • An incredible woman-owned handbag line out of Argentina. The totes are my favorite, specifically this one.
4. I obsessed over the Chanel planets necklace but did not pull the trigger (it’s incredible, but just too expensive!). This Lele Sadoughi necklace gives a similar vibe, for under $200.
5. On Monday, Assouline launched a new book, Chic Cats. It’s kind of my dream book, with art by David Hockney and Andy Warhol, photos by Richard Avedon, and other artists. The cover is beautiful and will look gorgeous on any coffee table. They already had one about dogs; it’s time cats got their due. Also in cat news: these new Printfresh jersey PJs are heavenly soft.
6. Crown Affair just launched a monogramming program around their hair towel. I love this hair towel; it dries my hair so much more quickly. This would make a great Mother’s Day gift.
7. Maison Louis Marie has made a tomato candle. Yum. I burned mine all last week, and it is divine. The fragrance is more “tomato leaves” than “tomato sauce,” if that makes sense.
8. Rhode launched some new products in collaboration with Justin Bieber. I don’t really care about that part, but I ordered all three products as I love the brand and am curious to test everything. Eye patches, lip treat, pimple patches. And the caramelized banana flavor sounded like a must.
9. Jen Shoop’s new book Small Wonders came out yesterday! And if you are in Charleston, come to our book talk tomorrow at Ladybird. I will be interviewing her and cannot wait.
10. Margo’s Got Money Problems (on Apple TV) is out today. I was so charmed by the book, and the show looks like it will be a fun watch. Elle Fanning, Michelle Pfeiffer? Killer cast. You can watch the trailer below or here. I’m looking forward to watching it this weekend once I’m home and settled.

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