Autumn Mood Board
Products to help you fall in line.
Who doesn't want a little change to reflect the new season? We put together a few somethings — products, accessories, styles, advice — to warm you up right now.
A Blanket to Swaddle the Season In
Traditional craftsmanship from the British Isles meets contemporary production techniques for the all-made-in-the-UK Wallace Sewell textiles. Aside from the premium quality weaving that feels great to the touch, the brand is known for its bold and eye-catching colors and geometric designs. The Shetland Ripple Throw (above) is made from Shetland wool and can be used indoors and out. ($320)
Fall’s Fanny Pack Replacement
The Pouch is a small, cloud-like mini catchall from Porto, a new design studio inspired by travel. Made by hand in Italy with Nappa leather and an organic cotton lining, it can be worn cross-body, around the waist, looped on the wrist, or draped over the shoulder. In seven colors, including Mochi (a pastel green) and the color of the season, Vino Rosso. ($250)
A New Take On a Classic Button-Down
Caron Callahan’s super crisp, slightly oversized, button-down Alice shirt has a detachable pleated capelet that can be tied as a triangle scarf (navy blue, right) or tied at the neck (white poplin, left). It’s traditional, with a twist that’s playful, whimsical, or preppy, as you like it. In navy blue, white poplin, pink check, or dark plaid. ($345 or $395)
A Chic Phone Accessory
No phone on the table, bulging from a back pocket, lost in the bottom of a handbag, or — worst of all — constantly in hand. Instead, tuck your mini supercomputer in Guanabana’s handmade leather phone pouch attached to a colorful woven cord. Available in black or brown leather, with various colored cords intricately woven together. Wear yours crossbody or hang around the neck like the technological albatross that it is. ($132)
A Super-Charged Secret Ingredient Made Trendy
Sky High Farm Universe, a pastoral and very fashiony farm project growing in New York’s Hudson Valley, released their first beauty product as part of an ever-growing collection of super stylish goods that help the non-profit org’s mission of food sovereignty. It’s an all-purpose balm made from 100-percent organic, grass-fed tallow. A dime-size amount of the creamy stuff will soothe, moisturize, and deliver a host of antioxidants. Rosemary, tomato leaf, and honey help hydrate, scent, and discourage oiliness. ($38)
Lip Ammunition For Changing Seasons
Winter is coming. Your lips are inevitably going to get chapped and cracked, so get ready with a multi-pack of attractive Beekman 1802 lip balms made from microbiome-friendly, vitamin- and mineral-rich goat milk. We like the season-appropriate glacial mint and eucalyptus; other flavors include lavender, vanilla, and honey and orange blossom. ($30)
Late Summer Sun Protection
If you’re not taking your summer vacation until the fall (don’t know about you, but we’re all about the Med in October), you still have time to invest in a cute new sun hat like Shebobo’s packable version. It’s available with a five- or seven-inch brim, in various cinnamon, blush, orchid, and black color ways. ($65)
A Transitional Sneaker-Shoe Hybrid
New season, new shoes. We dig these tulip-patterned slip-ons for men and women from Danish designer Ilse Jacobsen. They’re made from 75% natural rubber and 25% recycled rubber and recycled thread, come in nice neutrals, and will be perfect for your autumnal beach walks. ($94)
Inspirational Pages for Fresh Motivation
You may not have a classroom to return to, but you can still harness that back-to-school energy. Bonnie Wan’s creative playbook, The Life Brief, offers readers a path toward making dreams come true professionally, spiritually, and socially. Have you been promising yourself you’ll finally take that Spanish class? Book that trip? This book is the nudge you need. ($14)
The Mary Poppins Carry-On
If your suitcase is on its last legs, upgrade with July Luggage’s new Carry-On Max. Available in two shades of green, shadow lavender (shown above), brown, and basic black, the four-wheel spinner has an expandable zipper (go hog wire on the souvenirs) and comes with a packable tote that slides onto the handle. ($315)
Customized Luggage For $10
Stickering water bottles, lockers, and binders is all the rage at school these days. If you’re not ready for a new rolly but you do want a new look, consider Rimowa’s range of city-specific suitcase stickers (Paris, Tokyo, New York, Rio, Seoul) to add a personal touch to your travel trunk. ($10-$105)
Sunnies to Save Your Sight (And the Sea)
Don’t leave your sunglasses in a drawer because you think summer is over. Caddis collaborated with Aussie designer and innkeeper Sheree Commerford (that’s her in the photo) on the Il Mare frames made from upcycled plastic that could have otherwise ended up in the ocean. ($55, on sale from $180)
Hair Mask for Sun-Drenched Locks
After a season of swimming pools and sunshine attacking your roots, it’s time to replenish dry locks. Ranavat’s glossing hair mask packs Ayurvedic healing ingredients to restore and revive the mane, and comes in a heavenly floral scent. ($65)
Something to Take the Edge Off
It’s not only you: Everyone is feeling anxious about the state of the world. (The election, world wars, the election, cost of living, the election, the election.) Here’s something that works for us: 200 mg of Zen, formulated from GABA (Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid) and L-Theanine. (That’s info for the health nerds.) The supplement can help take the edge off a stressful day (it’s a non-drowsy formula) or simply help ensure an extra restful sleep. (That’s info for all of us.) ($57)
That Zen is my JAMMMMMMM