Innehållsförteckning för Summer 2017 från domino

At the tail end of last summer (you know, the one when everyone was posting photos of inflatable unicorns, dancing to Drake, and obsessively reading The Girls and Sweetbitter), I took the Domino team out to my family’s place in Bridgehampton, Long Island, where we stayed for a few days, cooked, played Cards Against Humanity, and talked about what we wanted Domino to be. It was total inspiration by doing—style editor Elaina Sullivan arranged flowers, photo editor Meghan McNeer deejayed, and executive editor Alex Redgrave perfected her Little Gem salad for lunch while we defined our mission statement. We beaded necklaces, grilled clams, and went to the beach. It was the perfect balance of offduty/ on-duty, where we gave ourselves the space to step back and be creative—and that is…

The perforated holes add an interesting detail to my summer essential. Maxime Straw Hat $300 janessaleone.com Cool cotton that’s soft to the touch but just as vibrant for the eyes. Tessere Cotton Fabric dedar.com The caning on this sofa is so chic! Targa Sofa by GamFratesi Gebrüder thonetvienna.com The braided texture looks good in every room. Hermès everywhere! Vannerie Wallpaper in M01 by Henry d’Origny homefabricshermes.dedar.com The most body-con “basket” out there. Cap-Sleeve Tie-Front Bikini Top and High-Waisted Bottom from $125 marahoffman.com I love how this silk scarf gives a casual look more polish—a vacation must-pack. Rattan Scarf $88 apeacetreaty.com Bring a graphic accent to your simplest setting. Jardin Fran�ais Charger Plate by Timothy Corrigan for Royal Limoges $150 gearys.com All you need to dress up a margarita or citrus…

A bit of contemporary Brutalism to rock every day. Old Fort Ring $90 coldpicnic.com Rough around the edges never looked so good. Assemblage Vessel, 2016, by Thaddeus Wolfe r-and-company.com Bringing crude art back to light. Yellow Triangle by Katie Stout katiestout.com Painting at its finest, but also roughest. Old Man Tattoos, 2014, by Todd Bienvenu yoursmineandoursgallery.com A handmade beauty to start the morning right. Tall Pink Mug by Workaday Handmade $44 domino.com/summer17 Rubble family, eat your heart out! Chair by Thomas Barger johnsontradinggallery.com The Stone Age meets futurism in a bench. 183 - Scrap Poly Pastel Bench by Max Lamb katemacgarry.com…

TO STAY Hotel Il Pellicano LOCALITÀ SBARCATELLO This is one of my favorite hotels in the world. There’s a perfect mix of totally chic and yet totally laid-back in the way things feel. The owner, Marie Louise, fills the hotel with a whole cast of interesting characters, and she’s always on hand to orchestrate everything—including divine poolside cocktails and yoga. The boutique sells LaDoubleJ as well as other fun resort-y pieces. And the breakfast buffet is not to be missed! It’s almost worth not eating dinner—homemade zabaglione, special cakes, and great breads. You don’t ever need to leave this place, to be honest. pellicanohotels.com/hotel/il-pellicano TO EAT Il Frantoio VIA RENATO FUCINI, 10, CAPALBIO This is a great restaurant to try about a half hour from Il Pellicano in Capalbio, a…

What to read if you’re... ...having a wild summer fling. HISTORY OF A PLEASURE SEEKER by Richard Mason Set in Amsterdam in the early 1900s, the action in Pleasure Seeker centers on the seductive music tutor Piet Barol. He begins to instruct a pupil’s mother on more than chord scales—and when things get too steamy, Barol boards a ship for New York. Then the hedonistic fun really begins. ...surviving a family vacation. THE ACCIDENTAL by Ali Smith Spending a week with your next of kin can be a nightmare. In The Accidental, each member of a family seems to be having his or her own private meltdown—until Amber, an enigmatic and provocative woman, appears out of nowhere and shakes up deep-rooted dynamics. This darkly hilarious novel will make your family…

As Charleston emerges anew on the design radar, so, too, has the look of its must-visit destinations—which have crystallized into something entirely fresh and modern. The source of this new vision: A crop of talented makers and designers who are reimagining the local aesthetic. From restoration hotels like the Dewberry and 86 Cannon to ante-upping shops such as Hampden Clothing to creative riffs on traditional restaurants (think: neocoastal oyster bars and Mexican cantinas), their work shares a desire to create unique and character-rich places. In a 400-plusyear-old city, backstory is, after all, everything. BETSY BERRY B Berry Interiors Betsy Berry didn’t set out to design hotels and restaurants. But when her husband, Robert, a chef, took a job in Charleston in 2012, the David Easton alum fell into the field…

It comes as no surprise that Elizabeth and Kathryn Fortunato, the identical twin founders of accessories line Lizzie Fortunato, would be in lockstep with their wedding dates. They live a few blocks away from each other in Brooklyn’s Clinton Hill neighborhood and have had a symbiotic work relat ionship (El izabeth designs; Kathryn handles the biz) since launching their brand in 2008. “Our parents thought it was hilarious that we had both been with our guys for so long [almost a decade] and we waited for the same three-month period to get married. It’s the summer of Fortunato love,” says Kathryn, laughing. She will marry in Portugal in May, while Elizabeth will have an August wedding in the Hudson Valley. “As opposed to the planning being overwhelming, it feels so…

FOR THE WORKOUT by Sarah Levey, cofounder of Y7 Studio HIGH-ENERGY BEATS TO GET YOUR MOVES ON. LOVE FOR THAT Mura Masa THE MORNING The Weeknd SIMPLE THINGS (Remix) Miguel GONE Kanye West BEGGIN FOR THREAD Banks POWER TRIP J.Cole BEWARE Big Sean DON’T TELL ’EM Jeremih FROM THE D TO THE A Tee Grizzley x Lil Yachty 10 BANDS Drake THE VAPORS Jhene Aiko THE PLACE Inc. FOR THE ROAD TRIP by Steph Korey and Jen Rubio, cofounders of Away WINDOWS DOWN, VOLUME UP. LIQUID SUMMER Diamond Messages DIE YOUNG Sylvan Esso CANTO DE OSSANHA Jurassic 5 SUMMER BREEZE Seals and Crofts CRUEL SUMMER Bananarama ALASKA Maggie Rogers PASSIONFRUIT Drake MAKE YOUR MOVE Hieroglyphics LOVELY DAY Bill Withers AMERICAN BOY Estelle (feat. Kanye West) FOR AFTER DINNER by Rachelle…

Forget perfect crimping: The free-form younger sister of the classic pie requires a baking sheet, the prettiest produce, and not much more. Roll out homemade or storebought dough, then throw on whichever vegetables or fruits look most impressive at the market that day— tomatoes and zucchini for savory; plums, berries, and apricots for sweet—dot with butter, and place in the oven. Top wi th rough-chopped fresh herbs or sprinkle with granulated brown sugar and serve warm on a cool summer night.…

Call me a fossil, but in this age when literally everything is instantaneous, I feel nostalgic for the bygone golden era of Pullman sleeping cars and transatlantic ocean liners. I’ve journeyed by rail on the Orient Express and South Africa’s Blue Train, and taken more cruises than I can count—from sailing through the Philippines to hopping aboard a Cunard cruise and spotting fellow passengers Wes Anderson and Tilda Swinton (seriously). Because a few decades ago, travel wasn’t just about how to get from point A to point B: It was as much about the glamour of the journey and the art of the long arrival. To Wheelie or Not to Wheelie The latter, always. Hauling your own luggage is an incentive to pack light. Some of the weekender bags worth…

01 STRING LIGHTS AROUND YOUR BACKYARD (OR FIRE ESCAPE BALCONY). 02 CHANGE YOUR ALARM TO A TOOTS AND THE MAYTALS SONG. 03 ADD SLICED CITRUS TO YOUR BATH TO CREATE A REFRESHING SOAK. 04 BRING BREAKFAST TO BED ON THE WEEKENDS AND CHANNEL HOTEL ROOM SERVICE. 05 BLOW UP AND FRAME A FAVORITE VACATION PHOTO AS ART. 06 USE A COLORFUL TABLECLOTH, RAFFIA PLACE MATS, AND BAMBOO FLATWARE FOR AMALFI COAST VIBES. 07 OPEN A BEAUTIFUL COFFEE TABLE BOOK FOR AN INSTANT VISUAL ESCAPE. 08 MIST YOUR SHEETS WITH ROSE WATER, AND LIGHT GARDENIASCENTED CANDLES OR INCENSE AROUND YOUR SPACE. 09 SWAP YOUR DUVET FOR A MATELASSÉ BED COVER AND LAYER ON A PRINTED EURO SHAM. 10 CHANGE OUT NEUTRAL STATIONERY FOR BOTANICAL PRINTS AND LIGHTER COLORS. 11 USE A…

“Friday night is a ritual,” says designer Thomas O’Brien. Every week, he and his husband and business partner, Dan Fink, load up the car with items from Aero— O’Brien’s much-loved Manhattan store and studio—as well as recent vintage eBay scores or finds from their travels to Paris, London, and Japan. Their Maltese, Cairn terrier, and two cats go along for the drive to the couple’s weekend home in Bellport, New York. “We call it moving day,” says O’Brien. “When we arrive, Dan gets out a bottle of Grand Ardèche, our favorite French white. I unpack, and we watch latenight TV.” In Bellport, their philosophy of enduring design comes to life. And their restored a nd re nova ted shingle - clad 1833 schoolhouse (known as the Academy) embodies their love…

MEI TAO Photographer TRICK FOR FEELING GOOD SoulCycle class always makes me feel great. CULTURE FIX Untangled by Lisa Damour. I can use some clarity in raising a teen girl in this over-informed culture. NEXT TRIP Tokyo and Hong Kong. Our family loves to travel and we explore a new country every year on vacation. SUMMER TRADITION Taking an all-girls road trip to drop my daughters off at summer camp in New Hampshire. UPCOMING PROJECT I want to finally put together a photo book of two sisters whom I shot over the span of 10 years. NATASHA WOLFF Writer TRICK FOR FEELING GOOD NARS or Sisley red lipstick. SUMMER STYLE MUST-HAVE Roberta Roller Rabbit tunics, cutoff denim shorts, sandals my friend brings back from Greece, and a Tomas Maier one-piece.…

I’m feeling these feline shades for the beach. Tilley Sunglasses from $95 warby parker.com The best issue of Puss Puss magazine yet, complete with cat-lady cover queen Grace Coddington. Puss Puss issue 5 $15 pusspussmagazine.com This purple is my new summer neutral. Pussy Control Lip Pencil $27 nars cosmetics.com The only catcall I’ll answer. Printed coated canvas iPhone 6 Plus case by Gucci $280 net-a-porter.com A dream scene on vellum. Queer Daydreaming Print $16 shopjenna houston.com I will forever cherish this custom scene featuring my kitty, Milo. Pad Embroidery by Shag Threads $150 leahhofff.com Nothing says adulting more than an animal-print fanny pack. Fanny Pack $289 clarev.com What can I say? I’m a Leo. Crazy Cat Lady by Various Key Tags $15 domino.com/summer17 This rug is made for afternoon catnaps.…

TO STAY J.K. Place VIA MARINA GRANDE The owner, Ori, is a friend, and I always stay in his hotels in Florence and Rome, too, as they are all so chic. The Capri location is on a cliff far from the noise and bustle. Inside, the interiors by Michele Bönan are crisp and clean, and everything is just right La Fontelina Beach Club LOCALITÀ FARAGLIONI There are a few beach clubs in Capri, but this one is the best—an old-school place where you lounge on sun beds and eat delicious fivecourse meals with the glimmering sea in front of your eyes. TO EAT Le Grottelle Restaurant VIA ARCO NATURALE, 3 There are tons of great restaurants in the center of Capri, but I prefer the ones out of the limelight.…

GET THE LOOK ORANGE benjaminmoore.com SHERBET FRUIT behr.com CORNFORTH WHITE farrow-ball.com RIVULET sherwin-williams.com DUTCHESS CHOICE prattandlambert.com “I love L.A. because it’s very laid-back—but people still get dressed up for dinner and wear great shoes,” says Jennifer Mankins. The owner of the much-coveted Bird boutiques, with four shops in Brooklyn, Mankins opened her latest outpost in Culver City earlier this year. Now the ladies of Los Angeles have a new go-to for independent designers, hard-to-find accessories, and the perfect printed dress. As Mankins sees it: “You can still be smart and serious, but you don’t have to wear black and gray all the time.” The 5,000-square-foot space reflects her mastery of color. Inspiration for the palette of cream, pink, and chartreuse, with hints of blue, came from a variety of sources—like…

Four years ago—with New York City cocktail gems Apotheke and Pulqueria under her belt—restaurateur and interior designer Heather Tierney dreamed of opening a daytime hangout. After finding a sun-drenched corner space in Nolita, she got to work whitewashing the wood walls, bringing in bright accents like lemon-colored bar stools, and developing a menu of heritage juices and vegan-leaning dishes. With fruits and veggies on the chopping block, the name Butcher’s Daughter felt apt. Rather than sausages and shanks hanging from above, she strung up fresh greenery, creating a distinctly California vibe. So opening a sister location in Venice Beach last year was a natural next step. Lured by the West Coast’s forever sunny skies, Tierney moved to Los Angeles, took some time off, and fell in love with her now-fiancé,…

“Prep is everything when you’re cooking on the beach,” says food and prop stylist Ryan Reineck of putting together a seaside picnic. “The extra hour at home will save you stress when you should be drinking wine, not chopping parsley on a cutting board balanced on a piece of driftwood.” Whether you’re planning an East or West Coast shindig (like the one Reineck set up with friends on Limantour Beach, just north of San Francisco), pick a spot that feels remote but isn’t too far from the parking lot. Factor in how much gear and groceries you have to carry and all the firewood you need to make the cookout a roaring success. Once you hit the sand, get your fire going right away. Reineck and crew, which included General…

SAN FRANCISCO Get your licks at the latest Smitten Ice Cream outpost in Valencia for a made-to-order liquid nitrogen treat . Soak up the tropical vibes at the new Liholiho Yacht Club, or day-trip out to the oft-overlooked Farallon Islands via Boatbound (the Uber of yachts). WASHINGTON, D.C. While away an afternoon under pink and white umbrellas at the Rosé Garden, a buzzy newcomer from Whaley’s in the Navy Yard. Then catch the outdoor crab boils at Fish, José Andrés’s latest seafood spot on a sprawling patio along the Potomac. SEATTLE Ray’s Boathouse is a sure bet for Insta-worthy sunsets, while the new pool at Thompson Seattle and Mbar’s rooftop patio boast views of the Space Needle and soaring vistas in the booming SLU neighborhood. CHICAGO Wicker Park is where…

GAME ON Keep the good times rolling. 01 THE GOLD DECK Upgrade your poker night. Gold Playing Card Set by Idea International $15 shophorne.com 02 BACKGAMMON The classic travel game goes luxe, designed by a textile designer and handprinted on FSC-certified Baltic birch. $130 wolfum.com 03 MONIKERS A three-round, “say my name” guessing game with charades thrown in for good measure. $25 monikersgame.com 04 SCOPA Not to be mistaken with a chic version of tarot cards, this Italian deck is the lazy gal’s answer to bocce ball. $9 amazon.com 05 THE VOTING GAME Find the player who best describes a question card and really get to know one another. (Best enjoyed several drinks in…) $25 thevotinggame.com 06 BANANAGRAMS A speedy crossword-off for the whole fam. Extra points for fruit-tastic packaging.…

ROADSIDE QUICK-HIT WONDERS The Mystery Spot in Santa Cruz is a quirky, gravity-defying attraction that will blow your mind (and puzzle your Instagram followers). Head to the Carousel of Happiness, a restored merry-go-round from 1910, to ride the magical menagerie of 56 hand-carved animals in Nederland, Colorado. DRIVE-INS Before you hit the Saco Drive-In, grab a lobster roll at Ken’s around the corner, then catch a double feature at this beachside, locals-only spot just outside Portland, Maine. Further down east, the Wellfleet Drive-In is the only outdoor theater still standing on the Cape and a must-visit—while Michigan’s Capri Drive-In Theater, a few hours west of Detroit, is about as retro as it gets. WOODEN ROLLER COASTERS A summertime rite of passage since 1884, “woodies”—like the Cyclone at Coney Island, the…

There is something undeniably mystical about ar tist Carly Jo Morgan and her Topanga Canyon home, which she shares with her 3-year-old daughter, Cookie Jo. Though Morgan hesitated about moving back to Los Angeles after living in New York City for almost a decade, the wild expanses of nature and close - kni t community won her over. “It felt like home immediately,” she says. Six years later, and she’s made only a handful of modifications to the 1920s structure—painting the exterior black, the walls vibrant teal and dusty pink, and the floors light lavender. A wood-burning stove in the living room took the form of a “Santa Fe ziggurat.” Playful snake and hand motifs appear throughout, like the terrazzo serpent base of a cof fee table, a ceramic light…

“Fun is one of our core values,” says Glossier founder Emily Weiss as she leans up against a beach cabana and surveys the stretch of sand below, where members of her growing beauty empire are playing tetherball in bubblegum-pink swimsuits and passing around pastel cones of cotton candy. Clad in gray company sweatshirts or Wet Hot American Summer–inspired Camp Glossier tees and slathering on Invisible Shield (this season’s new serumlike sunscreen), Team Glossier exudes an infectious sense of cool-girl (but not too cool to talk to you) camaraderie. “We work really hard, and a lot of us spend more time together than we do with our spouses,” Weiss adds, as staffers reminisce about one recent “Glof fice” happy hour that evolved into a karaoke-style lip-syncing battle. “It’s really important for…

New York and Los Angeles 01 Organization calms me down, and this colorful basket can conceal any chaos! Emerald and Turquoise Basket by Far & Wide Collective $145 domino .com/summer17 02 This book brings me back to my honeymoon in the jungle of Pemba Island, Tanzania, where I first read it. Colorless Tsukuru Tazaki and His Years of Pilgrimage by Haruki Murakami $12 amazon.com 03 Even though I ’m an early riser, it takes a coffee for me to feel human in the morning. Silo Mug by Farmhouse Pottery $46 jennikayne.com 04 My dogs, Henry and Pepino, are little jokers and social beasts. If it weren’ t for this leash (which can be wrapped around your waist), I would’ve lost my hands by now. Adjustable Rescue Leash by Found My…

Because bottle rockets are illegal in some states. 4th of July Deluxe Sparkler $16 topsmalibu.com French bistro-style striped napkins add a nice graphic touch to the table. Farmhouse Stripe Napkin by Coyuchi 4 for $38 domino.com/summer17 These plates look great all year round. Tricolore Collection by Astier de Villatte from $102 johnderian.com Fill picking baskets with red berries for an edible centerpiece. Wooden Berry Basket $2 shopsweetlulu.com Hang paper fans under a tree, on the porch, from the backs of chairs… Basic Party Fans $17 shop.ohhappyday.com Canvas water carriers (originally designed for horses to drink from) make cool ice buckets for picnics. Rothco Canvas Large Water Bucket $12 armynavypx.com I love how these oversize airmail envelopes can double as place mats. Airmail Open-End Envelopes $26 envelopes.com Pin the rosette on…

PICK A PATTERN It’s as easy as tic-tac-throw. 01 Black-and-white stripes for the minimalist mariner. Casablanca Pinstriped Throw by Serena & Lily $398 domino.com/summer17 02 Ikat so vibrant you’ll never want to pack it up. Palm Ikat Throw by Archive New York $460 domino.com/summer17 03 Park your next picnic in the round. (Also pictured on page 42.) Ginza Cotton Throw by Michele Rondelli $150 domino.com/summer17 04 Bold geometrics + electric melon = lounge-ready. Gottlieb Throw $149 aelfie.com 05 Preppy plaid, meet your new neon look. Color Plaid Throw by Hay $225 store.moma.org 06 Tie-dye that’s just the right amount of boho. Striped Beach Blanket by Katrin Reifeiss $138 domino.com/summer17 07 Block prints are back! Blanket by Bogus Studio $290 comingsoonnewyork.com 08 Desert hues in a pared-down palette Joshua Tree Natural…

ALICE WATERS Chef/food activist/writer, whose memoir, Coming to My Senses, is out September 5 THE MAN WHO PLANTED TREES by Jean Giono “I return to this book again and again. It’s full of hope and a simple reminder of how we can change the world if we take care of the land.” STEPHANIE DANLER Author of Sweetbitter, in paperback now GOODBYE, VITAMIN by Rachel Khong “Crazy families, illness, and heartbreak, the ‘I thought my life would look dif ferent at 30’ crisis—Goodbye, Vitamin hits all the marks. Rachel Khong does existential dread with laughout-loud humor and spare, illuminated prose.” LUCAS ZWIRNER Editorial director of David Zwirner Books THE THIRD POLICEMAN by Flann O’Brien “This is one of the funniest novels ever written, and I come back to it at the…

FRUIT AS CENTERPIECE This deconstructed approach to the fruit bowl is just as striking as flowers. First, find a pretty tablecloth that complements the palette of your produce. Arrange fruit directly on the table (no need for a vessel) and build your way up: larger, heavier fruit that won’t roll as much, like grapefruit or a melon with a flatter base, followed by medium-size fruit—oranges, plums, or clusters of grapes for draping—to fill in any holes. Figs, berries, and smaller pieces can be sprinkled around to loosen up the assortment. Halve and peel some citrus to add texture and interesting shape to your still life.…

01 Streamline Surfaces “The black concrete apron sink helps to not break the counter line while offering a hint of country aesthetic,” says Hernandez, who finished the look with a matte black faucet and exposed shelving made with iron piping. 02 Strike a Balance “I knew by keeping the cabinetry and walls light in color that the dark surfaces would not make the kitchen feel dark overall,” explains Hernandez. To seamlessly integrate the Bosch appliances and to reflect as much natural light as possible from the south-facing windows, she chose wheat-hued oak and glossy milk-white subway tile. 03 Coordinate Accessories Smaller details, such as the forged steel cutlery, ebony ceramics, and black-rimmed baskets, complement the sparse palette. “The accessories have a utilitarian vibe but are still chic enough to set…

Los Angeles-based event stylist, industrious DIY-er, and mom Amy Blessing wanted to maximize the time her family and friends spent outside. The solution: throwing an old-school movie night under the stars inspired by vintage SoCal hangouts—when you grab an OP hoodie, unfold a brightly woven lawn chair, and snack on postbeach tacos. Elizabeth Colling, food stylist, owner of Merci to Go (a farmers’ market–driven food shop in Montecito), and mom of two, served the kids classic finger foods in colorful baskets and checkerboard wax paper. All that was left was for the sun to set… SWEET & SAVORY POPCORN Prepare two big bowls of freshly popped corn. In the first, spritz white or apple cider vinegar on the popcorn and lightly toss with sea salt. Set aside. On the stovetop,…

When I Dip... Our fave swimsuits (that make a splash out of the water, too). 01 Bruna Malucelli Marina Two-Piece in Cream Lily $239 brunamalucelli.com 02 Sabine Ruffle Button-Down High-Waisted Bikini $420 lisamariefernandez.com 03 Color-Block Set by Valimare $220 val imare.com 04 Emeline One-Piece $325 araks.com 05 Prisma One-Shoulder Mai l lot by Karla Col let to $334 shopbop.com 06 The Olivia Top and Bottom each $88 solidandstriped.com 07 Tie-Back Bandeau Top and High-Waisted Bottom from $125 marahoffman.com 08 Andal Swimsuit $235 paolita.co.uk 09 Botanical Embroidered Triangle Top and High-Waisted Bikini Bottom from $180 stellamccartney.com…

Ceviche Citrus, salt , seafood…every flavor you’re craving, transported on a crunchy chip. 1 LB FRESH WHITE-FLESH OCEAN FISH, RINSED AND DICED INTO 1/2 INCH PIECES 1 CUP FRESH LIME JUICE 1 MEDIUM PURPLE ONION, DICED INTO 1/2 INCH PIECES 2 MEDIUM TOMATOES, WASHED AND DICED INTO 1/2 INCH PIECES 1 AVOCADO, PEELED AND DICED 1/3 CUP CILANTRO, WASHED WELL AND CHOPPED 1 TO 3 FRESH GREEN CHILES (SERRANOS OR JALAPEÑOS), SEEDED AND FINELY CHOPPED 2 TBSP EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, OR TO TASTE In a glass or stainless steel bowl, combine fish, lime juice, and onion. Make sure the fish has enough juice so that it “cooks” evenly— anywhere from 15 to 45 minutes, depending on how “well done” you like it—and place in the refrigerator, covering the bowl…

I’m a collector—some might call me a hoarder—but my collecting is usual ly centered around memory keeping. One of the most relaxing forms o fgathering things happens on the beach. I love a solitary walk in the early morning or late afternoon, not only because it’s a gorgeous t ime to be out enjoying the landscape or taking pictures (I ’m also an obsessive photo documenter!), but also because when there are less people I can search for shells and stones. (Being alone is a big part of the experience; it ’s my way of meditating.) I col lect the pret tiest purple wampum on Fire Island; a pale pink del ic ate shel l in the Caribbean; and larger rocks that my husband can’t believe I’m hauling back from…

MAXIMIZE THE PALETTE Paint humble grasses in a bright hue to accentuate the line. Here, a splash of blue paired with flamboyant heliconia elevates the colors to Surrealist fantasy. Finish with a graphic black and white vase. WORK THOSE ANGLES This dynamic banana flower and bromeliad arrangement has awesome impact when juxtaposed with the soft curve of a circular ceramic vase. MIX MATERIALS Wispy meets earthy with this combo of dripping dates and white Japanese umbrella fern. Shown off in a modern Greek urn, the arrangement feels fresh for summer. One look at Marisa Competello’s bold arrangements and it comes as no surprise that the New York–based floral designer was a fashion stylist for almost a decade before turning her talents to flowers. Strong bolts of color, clean lines, and…