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H OUS EPLANT S
PRETTY PROPAGATION
Who would have thought stem cuttings could achieve centerpiece status? Christopher helped design these vases to do just that.
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TO BUY: Plant Kween Propagation Systems, $29 each; westelm.com.
SOIL PROBE
Overwatering is a common killer of houseplants. This handy tool checks the soil’s moisture near the roots, so you’ll know when to stop it already. TO BUY: Monitor Brass Soil Probe, from $35; greeneryunlimited.co
Christopher Griffin @PLANTKWEEN
Potting Station
Repotting plants gets messy To avoid scattering soil, roll out this tiny vinyl mat, then shake of the dirt when you’re done.
TO BUY: Classic Plant Tarp, $32; jg welcometothejunglehome.com
Christopher is an expert on plant parenthood. Their Instagram and new book, You Grow, Gurl!, tout the mental health beneits of growing and help others kick-start the habit.
Jeanine Lobell
@JEANINELOBELL
Jeanine is a beauty legend. She started the cosmetics brand Stila in 1994 and recently launched a new line, Neen (her nickname), focused on sustainable makeup.
ANTI-AGING SUNSCREEN
An efective but light sunscreen is a game changer. “It doesn’t feel sticky or like my pores are getting clogged up, ” Jeanine says. TO BUY: Invisible Hero SPF 30 AntiAging Sunscreen, $75; clarksbotanicals.com
Beau Ciolino & Matt Armato
@PROBABLYTHIS
The couple cover all things entertaining, DIY, and decor on Instagram and in their new book, Housewarming.
FACE MASSAGER
This vibrating bar (plated in 24-karat gold!) can help soothe and irm your forehead and the area around your eyes. “My skin feels energized, and I get a nice little lift from it,” Jeanine says TO BUY: Gold Bar, $195; jp y jilliandempsey.com
CHEEK AND LIP TINT
“I’m totally a sucker for multiuse products, and I like this one for my lips and cheeks,” she says. When you run out of tint, keep the compact and order a reill to save packaging
TO BUY: Going Rouge, $25; weareneen com.
WINE COASTER “This keeps the bottle’s temperature just right and helps prevent condensation marks on your table,” Matt says. TO BUY: Marble Wine Bottle Coasters, $19.50 each; potterybarn.com
STACKABLE GLASSES These come in mixed colors so everyone can ID their own cup. TO BUY: Drinking Glasses, $50 for 4; fromourplace.com
CHEESE MARKERS “No need to memorize fancy cheese names!” Beau says. These will save you from repeating “Gorgonzola” to every guest. TO BUY: Chalkboard ,$; Cheese Markers, $15 for 6; crateandbarrel.com
Safety Alarm
This personal alarm hooks to your key chain and has a powerful siren and lashing light. TO BUY: Birdie, $30; shesbirdie com
Packable Brush
This brush was designed to protect hair from breakage, but it’s also superlight, making it the ideal on-the-go styling tool.
TO BUY: Manta Healthy Hairbrush, $30; anthropologie.com.
Travel Charger
“The last thing you need is to be stuck with a dead phone, especially if you want to take photos or videos,” Nastasia says. She never leaves home without this charger. TO BUY: Anker PowerCore II Portable Charger, $69; amazon.com
Nastasia Yakoub @DAMETRAVELER
Born into a strict Middle Eastern Chaldean family, Nastasia broke barriers in 2014 when she created Dame Traveler, a community for female travelers. She’s been to more than 65 countries, photographing her adventures and sharing tips and recommendations along the way.
Reusable Pouches
“I pack everything from airplane snacks to small toiletries in these instead of using plastic bags,” Nastasia says. TO BUY: Zip Top Reusable Silicone Food Storage Bags, $71 for 8; amazon.com.
BEAUTIFUL BUDS
Block out the crying baby or the person snoring next to you with a pair of surprisingly cute earplugs that look nothing like those cut-rate foam ones.
TO BUY: Experience Earplugs, $30; us.loopearplugs.com.
Vallery Lomas
@FOODIEINNEWYORK
Vallery won the third season of The Great American Baking Show. Her book, Life Is What You Bake It, is packed with sweet recipes, many inspired by her Louisiana roots.
BAKING SPICES on This Vietnamese cinnam is “naturally sweet and tastes like Red Hots!” Vallery says. TO BUY: alRoya ; Cinnamon, $9 for 1.8 oz. burlapandbarrel.com
RING DISH y Vallery drops her jewelr in this ring holder s before getting her hands dirty kneading dough or washing dishes.
TO BUY: Gold Swiss Dot Scallop Ring Dish, $15; coton-colors.com
SEAT COVER
How many butts were in your chair before you?
“This seat cover leaves your clothes fresh and helps keep germs at bay,” Nastasia says. TO BUY: Fits Everywhere Nice Seat, $59; niceseats.com.
KING PIN
“This makes rolling out piecrust and cookie dough really easy,” Vallery says, “and takes the guesswork out of how thick a quarter or eighth of an inch is.”
TO BUY: Adjustable Rolling Pin, $25; us.josephjoseph.com.
SPICE GRINDER
“It has a small-enough t blade to grind the tinies peppercorns, ” she says ke You can also use it to mak your own nut lours.
TO BUY: & Cuisinart Spice Nut Grinder, $40; williams-sonoma.com
BABY BRUSH
“This triple-angle toothbrush has soft bristles that clean all sides of the teeth at once,” Grace says. It’s great for toddlers. TO BUY: FridaBaby Triple-Angle Toothhugger, $8; amazon.com
Lacy Redway @LACYREDWAY
FIRST AID KIT
“Before you embark on your next trip, pack this compact kit and be prepared for any cuts or scrapes along the way,” Grace says. It comes with cute fabric bandages, ointments, and antiseptic wipes. TO BUY: Welly Expanded First Aid Kit, $29; target.com
Grace Bastidas
@BROOKLYNWRITER
Grace is the editor in chief of Parents and cohost of That New Mom Life podcast.
TOASTY STUFFY
This cuddly buddy was made for sick days. It’s illed with specially engineered corn that holds cool or warm temperatures. TO BUY: Zoo Animal, $20; thermalaidproducts.com
Lacy does hair for an impressive roster of clients (Priyanka Chopra and Serena and Venus Williams, for starters). She’s focused on changing the narrative for women and people of color in the beauty industry.
FRESH FANNY PACK
Grace loves this gender-neutral diaper bag with a changing pad and a waterproof pocket for wipes. It keeps your hands free for, you know, the baby
TO BUY: Vegan Leather Bag, g $98; kibouba .com.
DEWY DUO Lacy uses the highlighter on her cheekbones and in the corners of her eyes. “It really brightens up the face and adds such a nice touch to your overall look,” she says. TO BUY: Skin Fetish: Highlighter + Balm Duo, $50; patmcgrath.com.
SILK PILLOWCASE Cotton cases can dry out your hair, causing breakage. Silk puts that issue to rest.
TO BUY: Slip Silk Pillowcase, $89; sephora.com.
FRIZZ FIXER “This helps me relax unwanted frizz and moisturize strands,” Lacy says. “Plus, it helps prevent hair swelling in humidity” TO BUY: Nexxus Ultralight Smooth Frizz Defy Cream Serum, $15; target.com
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