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With brands sending free stuff to the microest of influencers, we decided it’s high time for a roundup series that includes exclusively products that have been purchased and loved outright by people you know, people you follow, and people you’ve definitely heard of. Think of Receipts as fun-things-only money diaries.
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When you see someone wearing a Brandon Blackwood bag or knee-high boots, you immediately know they’re a cool girl, whether it’s Ciara on a red carpet, Emily Blunt on set for The Devil Wears Prada 2, or Lindsay Lohan making her rounds on a press tour. Just like the pieces he creates, the luxury designer himself embodies that same air of style.
Being a founder, especially in fashion, has changed how he shops, while making his eye for quality even sharper. "I notice details now that I might’ve missed before starting my own line. I’ll literally flip a bag inside out to check the lining or hardware. It’s kind of ruined impulse shopping for me in the best way. I shop slower now, but I appreciate everything more," Blackwood adds.
In this edition of Receipts, the Brooklyn-based designer reveals which items he's been using for years, fragrances he finds irresistible, and home renovation must-haves for a re-up with taste. Read on for Blackwood’s 13 picks.
“This lighter always starts a convo, and it has been very popular amongst my friends. I think lighters are inherently ugly, and Edie Parker found a way to dress them up beautifully.
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“No one likes an ashy lip, and Buxom’s balm gives you the perfect lil additional pout.”
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“Dorian Braxton put me on to this company, and now it’s a staple. This one bombines lychee, pear, and a little musk. It’s so sexy, and you can wear it all day.”
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“I truly believe a visible Byredo product in your home gives you automatic points. This is one of my favorite candles by them, and I get through about three a month. This scent truly reminds me of being home.”
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“This shirt has become my uniform with a pair of jeans or trousers. I own multiples of every color, and I can’t imagine my wardrobe without them. They’re soft, have the best stretch, and make anyone look great. A permanent part of my wardrobe.”
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“I have a few custom pieces from Bernard, and they have all become favorites. His jewelry really tells a story and is just so well made. I have a diamond smiley face I commissioned along with a mirror logo pendant I’m in love with.”
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“I only use linen sheets/covers, and I have been doing this for years. I only buy them from Parachute. The quality of their bedding, robes, etcetera are next level, and the curation of colors and textures makes it perfect. I’ll never go back to regular sheets.”
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“I’m currently doing a gut renovation on a brownstone in Brooklyn. I’ve been taking on the design job myself and have been sourcing all of my own materials. Zia Tiles has one of the best offerings of indoor and outdoor tiles. They’re not the cheapest, but they’re worth every cent. From cantera, marble, to zellige tiles, they have each in the most beautiful colors. If you have a home project, I wouldn’t go anywhere else.”
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“I don’t eat solid breakfast (I know… very L.A. of me). I like my first meal to be a nutrient dense smoothie, and nothing has come close to my Vitamix blender. It has no issues, is well made, and makes my smoothies perfectly every morning. My day starts with the buzzing of this blender, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.”
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“When I first met Dr. Michelle Henry, she suggested this treatment for my skin, and I’m now three sessions in. When I tell you I get the most insane amount of compliments on my skin. I see a difference almost instantly and have now incorporated Pixel8 into my routine. Dr. Henry is precise, so specific, and has always made me feel my best. It’s been worth every penny.”
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“I’ve had this set for years. It was expensive but gives me peace of mind that the food I’m cooking is safe. I only use stainless steel cookware, and this is the ultimate. Meals to price really do even out, and these pots and pans last forever if you take care of them.”
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“So this is going to sound ridiculous, but I actually just use this as a body cream, not just on my face. It does wonders and always makes my skin feel so healthy. This product has been around for forever, and there’s a reason for that. It’s that good.”
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“I have every color they’ve made. This is truly the perfect pair of jeans and looks great on everyone. The attention to detail, cut, and material is just next level.”