The August Edit

Summer has a way of reminding us that the best things are rarely the most complicated.

A gorgeous meal made from finds at the local market. A walk after dinner. Freshly washed linen sheets. Glowing skin after a day outside. Setting the mood with music playing while the windows are open. The season invites us to slow down a bit - not in a dramatic way, but in small, intentional ones. To pay attention. To linger. To enjoy what's already in front of us.

We've compiled ten small ways we're savoring the season - from glowing skin and market dinners to playlists, page-turners and putting the phone down.

01. Make the Everyday Feel Special

This season is all about making everyday moments feel like a getaway. Think outdoor lunches that turn into golden-hour dinners, fresh flowers on the kitchen counter, iced lattes with your best friends/sisters, and a little glam tucked into your bag - because we never know what the day may bring. Summer has a way of turning ordinary moments into memorable ones. The little rituals are often the ones that stay with us.

02. Wear Less. Glow More.

The best summer makeup hardly looks like makeup at all. Lightweight, breathable formulas, brushed-up brows, a little cream blush and skin that still looks like skin. Easy, polished, effortless. Our go-to's are a great Brow Lift + Lash Lift service (try the new Korean Lash Lift Treatment @ our studios), a touch our Prime Coverage Concealer, Beauty Stix for highlight, contour and blush, a little Liquid Glow mixed into your Moisture Tint.

03. Shop the Local Markets

The best recipes usually begin with what's in season.

Right now we're loving grilled corn tossed with avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, basil, olive oil, lemon and flaky salt. Add grilled chicken, fresh bread and good company. Finish dinner with an evening stroll to your local greek yogurt or gelato shop.

04. Set The Mood, Press Play

Every season deserves a scent and a soundtrack. A little Yacht Rock at golden hour, Sade at sunset, music has a way of making even Tuesday dinner feel like vacation. We love to pair the vibe with a new scent for the season - we'll choose a Flamingo Estate candle.

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05. Get Dressed for the Mood

We love embracing the relaxed vibe in the air right now, and play up the fun in our wardrobes. Now is the time to experiment mixing prints, keeping it casual, sporty, beach or vacation-inspired. lightweight fabrics, breathable linen, nylon, crochet, loose knits, and flowy pieces really stand out. Oversized accessories feel easy and effortless - a large raffia bag, big aviator sunnies. Summer style is a mix of playful-meets-practical. Now's the time to wear your best of summer essentials.

06. Read Instead

Trade thirty minutes of scrolling for thirty minutes with a good book. Whether you're by the pool, on a dock, or curled up on the couch with the windows open, reading is one of summer's simplest luxuries. Getting lost in a fiction book - nothing better.

07. Protect Tomorrow's Glow

The best glow isn't just sun-kissed - it's healthy. Daily SPF, antioxidant skincare, plenty of hydration and a restorative facial every now and then will keep your skin looking its best long after summer ends. We love a mid-summer Medi Multi Hydrafacial to detox and rejuvenate the skin without stripping it.

08. Follow Your Creativity

Explore your curiosity. Learn to make homemade pasta or start a puzzle with friends over some cocktails. Book a long- weekend away somewhere and explore the local town. Visit the gallery you've been meaning to see. Book the treatment you've always been curious about. Summer memories are made in the little details and laid back moments without a big plan.

09. Host More

Not every gathering needs a reason, and it doesn't need to be big or complicated. A barbecue. An al fresco lunch. Aperitivo on the patio. Fresh peaches for dessert. A playlist that lasts longer than dinner. Play a game like Bananagrams or Jenga (try it!). The best evenings are usually the least complicated.

10. Leave Room for A Little Bit Of Nothing

Not every weekend needs a plan. Not every summer has a big trip abroad. Sometimes the best summer days are the ones that unfold on their own - a morning walk, an afternoon nap, dinner that starts late, and nowhere else to be. After all, savoring summer isn't about doing more. It's about noticing more.