The Lust List: Spring / Summer
From accessories, beauty products, and home goods to ready-to-wear pieces, podcasts, and books — these are our favorite things for spring, summer, and all year long.
—Lindzi Scharf
CADDIS
The eyewear label’s Chavela in white flower is a beautiful spring/summer design — available as sunglasses or prescriptive eyewear.
Starting at $110 at caddislife.com.
HELENA SIMON
Add a pop of color to any monochromatic outfit with the New York brooch designer’s Magneta Anemone. (We personally love adding ours to any Clare V bag, too.)
Available for $395 at nordstrom.com.
FREDA SALVADOR
The Northern California label’s Sera Fisherman Sandal in bone calf with blue studs is the limited-edition sandal of our dreams.
Available for $475 at fredasalvador.com.
SEAVEES
The vintage-inspired, Southern California brand’s Miramar Espadrille in Bloom features delicate flower embroidery and hand-stitched edging. Inspired by a traditional Mary Jane, this slip on sandal will be in heavy rotation this spring and summer.
Available for $100 at seavees.com.
CLARE V. x EVERY MOTHER COUNTS
As part of a decade-long partnership, Clare V. has released its latest Every Mother Counts collection, which benefits the non-profit’s mission to provide equitable access to maternal health care for all. Available exclusively at Nordstrom, thirty percent of The Jumbo Bag benefits the organization.
Available for $125 at nordstrom.com.
BEN FINE JEWELRY
Our favorite fine jewelry designer’s latest piece, The Penny Vault, is made of 14k recycled gold.
Starting at $3700 at thebenshoppe.com.
COUNTER BEAUTY
Gregg Renfrew’s latest launch, Counter Beauty, offers customizable make-up sets that nourish the skin while enhancing your natural complexion. We particularly love the Skin Twin Featherweight Foundation paired with Skin Twin Creamy Concealer for a natural, no make-up make-up look.
Starting at $77.40 at counter.com.
AUGUSTINUS BADER
The beloved skincare brand’s lightweight SPF 50 mineral sunscreen is our favorite option on the market. It features their signature TFC8® ingredient and protects against UVA/UVB rays.
Available for $145 at sephora.com.
OTM
Founded by Alana Hale, OTM’s sleek vanity cases are crafted from vegan saffiano leather and lined with a patented material that protects your cosmetics from harsh temperatures. Its Cannes style is also the perfect carryall for your next vacation.
Available for $249 at otmcollection.com.
G/FORE
The California golf and activewear brand’s LTD Release Collar Tri-Cotton Cropped Jacket looks great with everything from denim to dresses.
Available for $475 at gfore.com.
FILSON
Going camping? We’ve got you covered. The beloved heritage brand’s Canvas Barn Coat, which features a floral print, is durable enough for the great outdoors while also being sleek enough for everyday wear.
Available for $299 at filson.com.
CLEOBELLA
In need of a spring/summer refresh? The sustainable Southern California label’s Roxanne Ankle Dress features a stunning Fiore Rosso pattern that’ll bring a touch of whimsy to your wardrobe.
Available for $308 at cleobella.com.
JOES JEANS
The California label’s Pointelle Dani Cardigan in sunshine is a lightweight knit piece. Great for dresses and denim.
Available for $198 at revolve.com.
ARGENT
While the New York-based women’s workwear company is best known for its impeccably tailored blazers and trousers, its Shrunken Tee is the perfect jersey cotton piece for life beyond the office. Fashioned from midweight Portuguese cotton, the tee now comes in a gorgeous coral red. Great for layering under blazers and paired with denim.
Available for $75 at argentwork.com.
SEZANE
The Parisian label’s Bettie Skirt is a denim classic that will remain in your wardrobe for years to come.
Available for $130 at sezane.com.
FAVORITE DAUGHTER
The Sara & Erin Foster-founded brand’s The Tommy Low Slung Bermuda is a laid back take on summer shorts. Pair it with a vintage shirt or the bodysuit below for an effortlessly stylish look.
Available for $178 at shopfavoritedaughter.com.
HEIDI MERRICK
The Summerland-based designer’s Corsica Suit in English Rose doubles as a swimsuit and bodysuit when paired with denim.
Available for $320 at heidimerrick.com.
MACKENZIE-CHILDS
Spring and summer entertaining just got a little easier thanks to MacKenzie-Childs’s first-ever Melamine & Acrylic collection, which features gorgeous tabletop pieces for both indoor and al fresco dining. As durable as they are chic, the collection includes the brand’s signature checks and motifs in fresh new colorways in addition to six new patterns on dinnerware and servingware.
Starting at $39.95 at mackenzie-childs.com.
THE POWER OF REAL OPTIMISM
Dr. Deepika Chopra is known as “The Optimism Doctor” for good reason. Within her debut book, “The Power of Real Optimism,” Dr. Chopra gets to the root of what optimism is and how we can strengthen that psychological muscle.
Available for $25.70 at amazon.com.
SELFISH
Written by Faherty co-founder Kerry Docherty, Selfish is a vulnerable, honest exploration of what it means to evolve — while leaning into your passion and purpose — at the risk of impacting those around you.
Available for $30 at amazon.com.
BEING 40
Debut author Stacey Lindsay’s “Being 40” is an exploration of midlife told through the lens of experts and real women. As recommended by Maria Shriver, Brittany Snow, and Shannon Watts.
Available for $30 (for pre-order) at amazon.com.
THE PINK PILL
This documentary gives new meaning to “lust list.” Director Aisling Chin-Yee followed the journey of Cindy Eckert (CEO & Founder of Sprout Pharmaceuticals) who made history when she brought Addyi, “the little pink pill,” to market for women.
Now streaming on Paramount+.
SHE PIVOTS
Emily Tisch Sussman’s heartfelt weekly podcast showcases inspiring women who share how they’ve navigated personal and professional change. Guests have included Brooke Shields, Kamala Harris, Allyson Felix, Priyanka Chopra. Carla Hall, and Gloria Steinem.
Season five now available at shepivotsthepodcast.com.
AK! JUMP ROPE
Fitness guru Amanda Kloots swears by the benefits of jumping rope daily. Her AK! Jump Rope is adjustable for any height and proves easy-to-pack for vacays. Take ten minutes for yourself, and jump wherever your summer may take you.
Available for $40 at amandakloots.com.
BE KIND
The beloved Los Angeles-pilates studio’s “Be Kind” Dad Hat is the perfect way to shield the summer sun while spreading positivity.
Available for $35 at bekindstudios.com.
MATE THE LABEL
Made from non-toxic, natural, and organic materials, MATE the Label’s Oversized Button Down Shirt ($158) & Linen Short ($88) in bone are summer essentials for lounging.
Available at matethelabel.com.