Representing social enjoyment, and the sensual feeling associated with water, the Cups tarot card comes to the forefront this summer, reminding us to take advantage of the frivolity the festive season delivers.
Governed by the fire sign of Sagittarius, followed by earthy Capricorn, summer in the Southern Hemisphere is a chance to recalibrate. To honour this gifted downtime, our Summer Mood Board is as much a nod to escape, as it is to restoring simple, yet effective, practices to restore your systems and bring energy into next year.
Choose your holiday adventure: a canal ride through Venice in the 70s, cooking with Green Zebras, or sleeping in elegant Italian silk....
[01] OBJECT —
Always in search of the perfectly simple, comfortable but elegant undergarments? Us too. We found this incredible collection of Italian crafted lingerie made from fine silk, cotton and wool that is shaped to be in harmony with the body.
[02] BOOK —
Eating at Home: The Nourishing Practice of Everyday Cooking (PRE
ORDER)
From the founder of Golde, the category-defining wellness brand best known for matcha and turmeric blends, Trinity Mouzon launches her debut book Eating at Home — a practical manifesto for building pleasure into the act of cooking, and enjoying your food. We're most excited about the savoury beet-ginger pancakes and the Buttered Black Vinegar Greens and Grains.
[03] FILM —
Be part of the conversations that went on between writer Linda Rosenkrantz and photographer Peter Hujar. Set in Peter's New York apartment in 1975, the film is subtle and cinematic, and stands as a testament to the importance of an artist's work.
[04] TRAVEL —
Rotomairewhenua, The Blue Lakes, Nelson
Dubbed the clearest lake in the world, the Blue Lakes sit at an astonishing alpine level and are a popular site for trampers. A two hour hike will have you at stunning viewing positions and in the right state of mind for a cooling lake dip.
[05] READING —
The Silver Book by Olivia Laing (PRE ORDER)
Time travel to Venice in 1975 via the language of British writer Olivia Laing. Her latest novel will be a decadent page turner — thrilling, romantic and alluring — a great read at the beach.
[06] HEALTH —
The science to back the benefits of the humble date is now so intense no one should be ignoring it. Aside from stuffing them with nuts, a delicious way to reap their rewards is by simply soaking a bunch of them and chilling the extraction to sip on in the heat of the afternoon.
[07] SEASONAL EXPERIENCE —
Plant a Tomato
We're keen on the wild varieties, like Black Krimson, Cherry Yellow, Brandy Wines, and Green Zebras. But any will do. They thrive on a little neglect, love the heat, and once they begin fruiting you'll be giving them away in bucket loads. But hold onto some, because they're great to freeze and pull out later for spaghetti sauce and slow cooked stews - the meals you eat at times when tomatoes are out of season and not delicious.
Image from Heritage Food Crops, of their Moonbeam variety.
Our 48hr Reset Kit is a modern, DIY version of a health retreat. Designed to be experienced on your own terms, it brings together skincare, haircare, rituals, and nourishment to help you slow down, recharge, and restore — all from the comfort of home.