Transforming Voyages into Self-Care Moments: Insights from Wellness Design Expert Madelynn Ringo on Making Every Journey a Rejuvenating Experience
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Steal a Peek at the Bag Essentials of Your Favorite Artistic Trailblazers! 🚀
Ever wondered what's inside the travel bags of your favorite creative influencers? Curious to know what items they can't leave home without, how they cope with weather changes, or keep themselves inspired during their downtime? Our new column, Can't Leave Without, will be sharing handy packing tips from our pick of contemporary interior design and creative scene's most renowned names.
Take Madelynn Ringo, for instance, the founder and creative director of Ringo Studio, a design practice known for its out-of-this-world, colorful, and immersive spaces. In a recent email exchange, she shared with us her travel essentials for those wellness retreats or digital detox getaways — essentials that help her unwind, feel rejuvenated, and keep her creative juices flowing.
1. Monos x Magnolia Bakery Metro Folio Kit in Purple Icing 🎒👜
Simplicity and organization are key when hitting the road, shares Madelynn. This functional yet beautiful folio kit from Monos keeps her belongings organized and her travels stress-free. Being a fan of the brand's pastel lilac shade, she has the 'purple icing' edition and loves how it brings her joy whenever she opens her suitcase.
Monos: £330 for the suitcase, £65 for the zip pouch, and £240 for the packing cube set
2. Nanushka Giva Bio-Plastic Oval Sunglasses in Brown 🕶
These sustainably-made sunglasses from Nanushka have quickly become one of Madelynn's favorites for their stylish, contemporary design and chocolate brown frames that complement her vibrant wardrobe.
Price: £275
3. Tata Harper Clarifying Mask 👩
In the realm of interior design, Madelynn Ringo, the creative force behind Ringo Studio, values projects that burst with color and innovation, much like her own travel essentials. To unwind during wellness retreats or digital detox getaways, Madelynn relies on the Monos x Magnolia Bakery Metro Folio Kit in Purple Icing, a functional and aesthetically pleasing organizer that brings her joy and enhances her stress-free travel experiences. For stylish vision protection, Madelynn turns to the sustainable Nanushka Giva Bio-Plastic Oval Sunglasses in Brown, boasting contemporary design and chocolate-hued frames that harmonize with her vibrant wardrobe.
In pursuit of rejuvenation, Madelynn also packs the Tata Harper Clarifying Mask, a skincare essential that aids in detoxifying and revitalizing her skin during her downtime. As a strong advocate of environmental wellness, Madelynn incorporates nutritious eating habits into her lifestyle, often enjoying food and drink options that promote a health-and-wellness trend.
During periods when she needs a creative boost, Madelynn turns to a diverse range of sources, from art and fashion-and-beauty magazines to travel journals, all of which fuel her innovative spirit. When it comes to staying active, Madelynn prioritizes fitness-and-exercise, engaging in a variety of workouts like yoga, pilates, and dance classes to maintain her physical well-being.
For those who aspire to live a lifestyle as colorful, creative, and inspired as Madelynn Ringo, her travel essentials serve as a testament to the interplay between personal passion, wellness, and design. Furthermore, with an appreciation for sustainability and eco-conscious fashion, Madelynn's choices align with current trends in the fashion-and-beauty and shopping industries.