quaintrelle issue no. 1 | summer 2015
Table California Cuisine: Quaintrelle
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dives into the best bites the Golden State has to offer.
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City Spotlight:
Snapshots from our summer visit to San Francisco. .
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Dive In:
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Tudor Me:
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London Calling:
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Flying Smart:
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Santa Cruzin’:
Welcome the aquatic life with these dreamy accessories.
Hop across the pond for an education in art, shopping and British culture.
Highlights from a very beachy weekend trip.
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Learn to appreciate the wild beauty of these british manor gardens.
Feel refreshed on long flights with these tips and tricks.
Letter from the Editor conne c t wi th m e: I G: @happy _ kappey
Dear Reader, Nine months ago, I made the absolutely terrifying decision to drop what was comfortable- following a pre-determined set of classes + steps to become a doctor- and pursue what was hard- following my love for journalism, art and design. I wasn’t terrified of the infamous “Medill F”, or the coursework, or the professors, or how my inability to write fast would hurt me in an interview, or even the fierce competition that exists within the industry. Rather, It was the idea of a directionless path- a path that held both a dizzying number of incredible opportunities, but also the chance of failurethat terrified me. And, as a perfectionist, I didn’t want to face that chance of failure- until now. Yes, failing at what we love is hard. But the joy that comes with success makes the leap worth it. So, for my first issue, here’s to pursuing what we love, and not what is comfortable.
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Things We Like ess-a-bagel // wildfox ad campaigns // coldpressed juices // j. crew wool capes // rachel antonoff // momofuku milk bar // people watching // chelsea market // beach weekends // lazy sunday mornings // sleep rompers // lavender tea // williamsburg // british accents // dover street market // biscuits (read: cookies) // the word “brillant” // night drives // Lianne La Havas // urban outfitters bralettes // guerilla girls >>>
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fashion TREND: temp tattoos A favorite among music-festival attendees and the quirky alike,
the rise of high-quality temporary tattoos for the everyday marks the return of the once-popular accessory slipped into nearly every birthday party goody bag in the 90’s. Thankfully, temporary tattoos today have been entirely repackaged and re-imagined to meet the standards of young twenty-something adults. Designs are durable, safe (throwback to those god-awful rashes that came with applying a temporary tattoo), and feature cheeky, handrawn subjects in gorgeous colors and materials. We were especially taken with this small set of tattoos at a street vendor in Alamo Square Park near Hayes Street in San Francisco. Tropical fruit tattoos never looked so chic- especially for brunch. >>>
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California Cuisine Styling / Photo: Emily Kappes Model: Rachel Baek
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Thought Californians lived off of frozen yogurt to beat the heat? Not a chance. Some fruit stands, like Ikeda’s Market, carry fresh fruit freezes, in flavors like lemon and marionberry, to keep us cool. Details: MANGO Pullover. American Apparel shorts and scrunchie.
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Drink essential: iced tea. Details: American Apparel dress. J. Crew jean jacket. Model’s own bracelets, necklace, rings.
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A tribute to California’s cuisine would be incomplete without paying respect to In n’ Out, the quintessentially Californian burger joint. For the best burger, order a double-double cheesburger, protein style, with pickles. Details: BDG dress. American Apparel sweater. Handmade choker.
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Bubble tea, a sweetened iced tea with milk, flavoring, and tapioca, is another summer (read: year round) beverage staple. We’ll take this over Starbucks any day. Details: American Apparel Shirt, Skirt and Scrunchie. Dogeared Necklace.
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DIVE IN Turn
up the heat poolside with
these must-have accessories.
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Pass the time with trusty essentials. Lacoste towel. Vogue Magazine. Nylon Magazine. Harpers Bazaar. Essie Nail Polish. La Roche Posay Sunscreen. The City Farm ’Eau Minerale’ glass set.
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Nothing says summer like a straw hat and espadrilles. Details: J. Crew espadrilles. San Diego Hat Company straw hat.
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The best kind of eye-catching swimswear? Colorful stripes! Details: J. Crew Swimsuit.
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TRAVE L London Calling The first time I traveled internationally, it was to London. At the
time, the kitschy appeal of Buckingham Palace, royal guards and high tea at Harrods was exciting enough for little fourteen-year-old me; I snapped my way through the city, documenting my visits to The Tower of London and Big Ben on an archaeic digital camera. Of course, I absolutely recommend visiting and trying all that London has to offer- tourist attractions included. But, rather than revisiting those places upon returning to the city this past summer, I primarily sought after the things that I appreciate today as a college student- fantastic art museums, great food, strong coffee, and, of course, the best boutiques around. And, not to my surprise, London entirely surpassed my expectations in these departments- and then some. Flip the page to discover what I found in the city not only famous for its royalty, but its culture, history and charm. >>>
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TOP: The Courtauld Gallery at the Somerset House houses a sizeable collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist works. LEFT: Student works from the Royal Academy of Art. BOTTOM: Anna Wintour makes an appearance at The National Portrait Gallery.
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The Summer Exhibition at the Royal Academy of Arts displays some of London’s most talented student artists in its annual summer show. Details: American Apparel skirt & bag. GAP denim shirt. J. Crew espadrilles. More details, see issue.
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LEFT: Devour decadent ice cream sundaes, savory sandwiches and other sweet treats at The Parlour at Fortnum & Mason. RIGHT: North Audley Street boasts a number of small, boutique cafés. Among them is Truc Vert, a relaxed french eatery with live jazz music on Friday nights. BOTTOM: A strong cappuccino at The Courtauld Gallery café.
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C.O: Dover Street Market
TOP: Primary hues and silky pieces at Sandro. BOTTOM: Dover Street Market’s flagship store in London boasts six floors worth of innovative, independent labels. Highlights include Maison Margiela, Bobby Abley and Comme des Garçons. RIGHT: Window shop (and people watch) on Mount Street.
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Santa Cruzin’ take a roadtrip to panther beach with emily + friends Styling / Photo: Emily Kappes Models: Rachel | Maya | Emma Location: Panther Beach | Santa Cruz
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We started driving in the morning. By the time we got to Panther Beach, the tide was high.
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city san spotlight : francisco
LEFT: Steak salad at The Grove on Hayes Street. TOP: A seriously cool pair of kicks. BOTTOM: Smitten Ice Cream (claim to fame: made using liquid nitrogen). OPPOSITE: Emily, Maya and Emma pause outside Smitten.
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Tudor Me T
he sprawling gardens that surround the most impressive tudor homes of England’s countryside teach a rookie gardener an important lesson: WILD is the new black.
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Denim on denim is always a good idea in the garden.
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Flying Smart Skip the booze: Look; we get it. The drinking age is (probably) 18, and it is more
than tempting to order a crisp Chardonnay to celebrate your upcoming vacation on the flight. That being said, alcohol is a diaretic, and you will only exit the plane feeling more dehyrdated. Don’t do it; your body will thank you.
Hydrate: Water is the holy grail of health and wellness for an overnight flight. In
addition to drinking lots of it, apply a plant-based hydrant to the skin before and after that in-flight nap; I recommend Benefit Cosmetics’ Hydra-Concentrated Facial Cream.
Damage control: Overnight flights tax your body and skin. Before getting
some much-needed rest, remove any makeup + brush your teeth. To avoid future problem spots, apply a universal skin salve to anywhere that feels dry. My Smith’s Rosebuld Salve has held up to the test, and is only six dollars for a sizeable tin. Another favorite is Glossier’s Balm Dotcom.
Stay fresh: To hit the refresh button before exiting the plane, spritz a bit of citrus perfume on your pulse points. I love Tom Ford’s Mandarino Di Amalfi Eau de Parfum (pro tip: ask for a free sample bottle at the fragrance counter).
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Photo Courtesy of Aviation Explorer
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