Everything Merve Manastır Is Loving Right Now
1. The Go-To Party Piece
“This zipped black mini-dress from Gianni Versace’s 90s archive has presence without being loud. It’s sharp, timeless and carries a certain strength. I like it when clothes have a story and move with ease.”
2. The Bag
“I don’t overthink my bags – I choose ones that work with my lifestyle, that I can carry without distraction. At the moment, I’m flitting between our iconic Le Cambon 35 in deep brown suede as it’s the perfect autumn tone with our latest style, Le Cambon Cabas, which is the perfect everyday bag. I like the soft leather version in black.”
3. The Signature Fragrance
“Celine Parade is clean, steady and quietly memorable.”
4. The Shoes
“In the winter, you’ll find me in loafers, Oxfords, Chelsea boots and sneakers – shoes that are grounded, functional and designed to move through the day with you. I love our Manu loafers because they’re so timeless. I like to wear them with boyfriend jeans and a white t-shirt. As for sneakers, nothing replaces my original pair of New Balance 990 v4 – they’re a classic.”
5. The Item On Repeat
“I’ve been reaching for a pair of worn-in leather boots a lot lately. They’re the kind that look better with age. I also love our knee high riding boots. They have the perfect heel and fit around your knee.”
6. The Book
“Right now, I’m reading Trees by Hermann Hesse. It’s become something of a cornerstone book for me – one I return to slowly but often. It’s always with me, more of a guide than a book – something I carry and open when I need it.”
7. The Wish List Items
“I’ve been coveting this wool coat by The Frankie Shop, the Jakob Chair for my home and a few books for the evenings. I try to keep my list small – fewer but better things that last beyond the season.”
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8. The Jewellery
“I wouldn’t say I have a single go-to jewellery brand, mainly because I’ve always been more interested in vintage pieces – there’s a beauty in their uniqueness. That said, I do love the elegance and sculptural quality of Elsa Peretti’s designs.”
9. The Travel Essentials
“You’ll always find a soft, oversized scarf, sunglasses and a notebook in my carry-on. I like having objects that feel familiar when I’m away. I have quite a big vintage sunglasses archive, so my chosen pair could be either my biker Ray Bans or a Wayfarer, and you can never go wrong with 90s Gianfranco Ferres. As for scarves, it’s all about the materials – I like to feel cosy, so they’re often cashmere. As for the notebook, I always have a new Moleskine on the go.”
10. The Beauty
“My routine is simple and intuitive – moisturiser, fresh air, light and rest. Winter, to me, calls for gentleness rather than lots of products. Whenever I’m in Paris, I always stock up on French pharmacy essentials. Nuxe, Avène, and Caudalie are mainstays – each one is quietly effective and beautifully understated. Nuxe’s La Crème Fraîche is a staple, while the Caudalie Beauty Elixir mist is my must-have, especially when I travel – it instantly refreshes my skin. In winter, Avène’s Cicalfate cream is such a cocooning essential – deeply soothing and protective. When I want an added touch of radiance, I use Garancia’s Tomato Cream – its apricot tint delivers the most natural glow.”
11. The Go-To Cocktail
“My drink of choice is always a margarita. Sharp, simple and balanced.”
12. The Bucket-List Destinations
“I’d love to go to Il Pellicano in Italy – and Japan, to experience all its restraint, precision and poetry.”
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