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Inspiration comes in many shapes and forms, and often can be found right under your nose. We were in the process of adding to our line of candles. A line that has been established for the past few years, full of bright colors and different flavors. The packaging is very colorful, a departure from our core business (skincare, body care, hair care-primarily white packaging).

Getting the scent right is the hardest part, and then hours of testing to see how it burns usually has everyone in the office weighing in. When it came time to pick a color for the outer box, we had a few ideas. When one thinks of leather, what comes to mind? Accessories: belts, bags, jackets, wallets, shoes! We presented

“Yonder is the ‘Devil’s Mile,’ which extends from here [the Angel] to the ‘Cock’ at Highbury, and along which we will steadily make our way. This is not my title; North Londoners themselves have designated it as such. It is an appropriate name, however, for the devil’s imps seem to perambulate through it, both day and night. It’s past midnight, and look at these young girls with their besotted countenances.”

- Henry Vigar-Harris, London at Midnight (1885)

Upper Street, the stretch that connects Highbury & Islington to Angel is a prime example of London’s gentrification. The Devil’s Mile, as it was once called,

Nothing goes better with Malin+Goetz skincare than makeup…But don’t take our word for it. Our friends at Kevyn Aucoin used some of our favorites for makeup prep on set and we have the inside track! Kevyn Aucoin changed the world of beauty via three bestsellers full of his favorite makeup tricks and techniques. Aucoin's talent made him the most sought-after makeup artist of his time so we have partnered with the team at Kevyn Aucoin to create a simple skincare + beauty routine to create the perfect day or night

We’ve had our boutique in Santa Monica for two years and we love its relaxed yet sophisticated vibe. Native New Yorkers that we are, every time we land in Santa Monica, we find another gem in the neighborhood. So, we thought we’d share. Next time you’re strolling Montana Avenue, do stop in our boutique and say hi. Our pug, Mr. Greenberg will be so happy to see you when he’s in town. And if he’s not, his portrait will.

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Sleepy Jones 1318 Montana Ave.
Mid-century modern meets surf shack at Andy Spade, Anthony Sperduti and Chad Buri’s shop that centers around