You may have noticed there is one warm, ultra-luxe shearling coat Athena has been snuggling up in all winter, from the streets of NYC to the chalets of Whistler. The beautiful, minimal brand that has been enveloping her throughout her journeys in crazy-cold temps is Arjé, and it’s definitely a new EyeSwoon obsession — not to mention a new(ish)-on-the-scene darling of a slew of top publications. As icing on the (design) cake, the label creates stunning “Seasonal Homes”, or temporary shops, to house its collections, and these environments are every bit as elegant as the clothes themselves. So, here we chatted with co-founder Bessie Afnaim Corral to find out not only her philosophy behind the label, but also the items she’s eyeing for her own abode. Check out all the lush, pared-down beauty below.
Bessie Afnaim Corral
By Natalie Goel
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Mad et Len Potpourri: “Because they are all you need! The scent lasts forever and they look perfect.”
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Oversized Crystals: “I’m a big crystal believer and collect them. My favorite place to crystal-hunt is Venusrox in London, where I grew up.”
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Faye Toogood Spade Chair in Cast Iron Bronze: “This chair symbolizes ancient + modern in one form and would be the most perfect centerpiece for a minimal environment.”
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Anna Karlin Layered Planters: “I met Anna this year through a special friend that manages our PR for Arjé. When he introduced us to Anna, I fell head over heels in love with her work. These planters in particular have something so unique. They are a piece of art.”
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“Untitled 5” by Christiane Spangsberg: “I met Christiane this year at The Arjé Summer Home through a close friend of mine, and I immediately fell in love with her, her spirit, her method, and the work she creates. She has mastered the beauty of a line and gives all her pieces such unique personality.”
