Designer Kelly Wearstler’s favourite people, places and products: the US trendsetter draws inspiration from Frida Kahlo, Alaïa, Balenciaga, and the Venice Venice and Amanzoe hotels
- The US-based designer’s top-tier clients include the Santa Monica Proper and Four Seasons Anguilla hotels, and fashion brands Louis Vuitton and Maison Margiela
- Shopping for inspiration, she heads for JF Chen for furniture and the peerless Erewhon Market for groceries, while travel must-sees are Mumbai, Iceland and Cape Town
From interiors and architecture to fashion, Kelly Wearstler is one of the most influential figures in the design world. She has worked on a number of luxury residential projects in the US and beyond, and is behind the interiors of hotels such as the Santa Monica Proper and the Four Seasons Anguilla.
The Los Angeles-based designer has also collaborated with brands including Louis Vuitton, Maison Margiela and most recently Belgian brand Serax on a dinnerware collection.
We sat down to found out her top 10 sources of inspo from the worlds of fashion, culture, and beyond …
I’m currently reading …
I recently finished reading The Creative Act: The Way of Being by Nick Rubin, which is incredible, with its inspiring narrative and insights. When it comes to podcasts, On Purpose hosted by Jay Shetty is one of my favourites: he has such a diverse range of guests. Another noteworthy podcast is All In, with extensive conversations on current affairs, AI and technology. For emerging news on the latest tech innovations, I tune into the Lex Fridman podcast, while the BOF podcast is my go to for all things fashion.
The IG accounts I can’t stop checking
Peter Attia for all things health and wellness; How To Spend It and T-Magazine, with their diverse range of inspiring and informative content; the exquisitely curated feed of Violet Grey, filled with the latest beauty innovations; while Cultured is an invaluable resource for discovering emerging artists.
My top skincare hack
Maintaining a minimalistic approach to my skincare regimen, I rely on a select few essentials, including the SkinCeuticals tinted sunscreen, Augustinus Bader’s The Rich Cream, Dr Hauschka Lip Balm, Dior Addict lip moisturiser and Milbon hair products.