Dear friends! While this newsletter is landing in your inbox, you might find yourself still in bed — some of you sleeping and dreaming, others enjoying a coffee with a book, newspaper, or phone in hand, and some of you awake since forever and playing with the kids (I feel you). Regardless of where you are in your morning routine, I want to wish you a Happy Easter (if you're celebrating) or simply a sunny, calm, and wonderful Sunday. Also, keep an eye out for the two little surprises in my newsletter!
Lots of love,
Franzi
THE GOOD WATCH
Truman Capote — the writer! …would not even slightly describe the personality of the flamboyant, scandalous figure who thrived on being surrounded by America’s high society, mingling with the most beautiful women at the most glamorous parties (have you heard about the famous black and white ball at the Plaza Hotel in New York, which he threw in 1966?). However, not all was so shiny. Capote struggled with his tumultuous relationship with fame and addiction. Watch "The Capote Tapes", a documentary from 2019, to dive into his scandalous and hedonistic life. Watch it here.
THE GOOD FOLLOW
Lilo Klinkenberg, founder of Studio Lilo, is a Berlin native. The floral designer specialises in large-scale botanical installations and sculptures. She is showcasing parts of her fascinating portfolio (including works for Loewe, Cartier, amongst others) on her Instagram account. It’s raw and beautiful, a magical world made of the most natural materials! Follow Lilo here.
THE GOOD DENIM
'Tis the season to clean your wardrobe, get ready for spring, and treat yourself to a brand new pair of jeans. Our trusted denim companion is the Hamburg-based brand Closed, founded by Marithé + François Girbaud in 1975. The brand has just launched its summer 2024 campaign with Andreea Diaconu (whom I had the biggest girl crush on circa 2009), featuring new styles and true icons like the Pedal Pusher.
And because it’s Easter today — and you're probably too old for a proper Easter egg hunt — I wanted to send a little something your way: Get 15% off when you shop online or in all Closed stores with the voucher code Franzi15 (valid from March 31st to April 7th, 2024). Happy spring shopping!