Gabrielle Richardson Has Worn This Lipstain Since Middle School

To model and activist Gabrielle Richardson, forgoing the trend cycle rat race does not mean condemning yourself to a wardrobe of bland basics. For her, investment in personal style means investment in well-fitting garments, interesting textures, and unique accessories. Here, she shares her style philosophy, as well as a New York art exhibition recommendation (hurry, it’s your last chance to see it), her three winter skincare necessities, and the perfume that gets her stopped in the street.  — Maraya

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5 Things Gabrielle Richardson Is Currently Into Based on the 5 Senses

👁️ Sight 👀

Henry Taylor: B Side at the Whitney: I think one of the best shows I’ve seen recently is Henry Taylor: B Side at the Whitney Museum. A must-see for everyone in NYC. The best movie I’ve seen as of late is The Iron Claw; I was crying my eyes out in the theater.

🎧 Sound 👂

Audiobooks: I’ve been mostly listening to audiobooks right now! I just saw Poor Things in theaters and wanted to listen to the audiobook as a companion.

👅 Taste 😋

Souffle Pancakes: The souffle pancake at Rule of Thirds or the breakfast set at Okonomi in Williamsburg. I love any breakfast where I can have a little soup on the side.

👃 Smell 😶‍🌫️

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Satin Mood: Everyone stops me because of my perfume! Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Satin Mood and Tom Ford Rose.

🤌 Feel 🤏 

Her Winter Skincare Routine: Honestly, I feel like I can wear anything as long as I smell good. But the skincare items that have been saving me this winter is a combo of a good serum spray and moisturizer. Caudalie Premier Cru Rich Cream. Violette_FR Boum Boum Milk. Peach and Lily Glass Skin Serum. These three things will keep your skin hydrated in the brutal NYC winter.

GABRIELLE’S WARDROBE ESSENTIALS

I’m a huge fan of accessories and jewelry, and I feel like the most basic outfit in the world can become the most stylish with cool shoes and jewelry. I love good tailoring with denim and pants and am obsessed with textured pieces like leather and lace. I think it’s important to invest less in passing trends and stick with pieces that fit well and are personalized to you. The personal will always outweigh the commercial!

Shop the Look: Cos Tailored Wool Pants , Geel Drew Top, Panconesi Blow Up Cuff , GH Bass Ella Platform Chain Loafer , Justine Clenquet Earrings

VANITY

Gabrielle Richardson’s Beauty Go-To’s

Luxury/Splurge: Maison Francis Kurkdjian Satin Mood: My perfume is the most expensive beauty item I own, and even if I'm not wearing makeup, I always need to smell good. 

Drugstore Discovery: CoverGirl Outlast Lipstain: I've been using Covergirl Outlast Lipstain since I was in middle school and I'm obsessed with the felt tip marker applicator.

Cult Classic: Glossier Generation G in Leo: Glossier Generation G is the perfect sheer brown lip for any complexion. 

Indie Option: Violette_FR Boum-Boum Milk: Obsessed with the Boum-Boum Milk; it’s a three-in-one product that pushes hydration into my skin and keeps it there.

All Time Ole Reliable: Smashbox Photo Finish Jumbo Smooth & Blur Primer: Smashbox Primer literally keeps my makeup on my face all day, and the formula was created specifically so that your makeup can look good in photos!

HOT TAKE

“I think my biggest hot take is the secret to good skin is 50% what you consume—drink more water and take your vitamins!” – Gabrielle Richardson

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