““Hello” is tattooed on her arm if she ever has laryngitis when you meet. If not, you’ll probably talk about her transition from writing for Opening Ceremony to writing for BBDO—and how the latter is not a lot of writing at all. She’ll likely also mention her unexplained obsession with boxes, lipstick packaging, and French 75’s.”
Top, Undercover ; Pants, Vintage
on her morning routine
I snooze several times. Then get up only because I’m so thirsty. Beyond washing my face, toothbrushing, and getting dressed, I have little time for anything else. Saturdays are different. Saturdays I have my ideal morning: sleeping in, coffee, breakfast, newspaper, and a ballet class.
on her path to advertising
After studying literary journalism, I eventually found advertising. It has the same artistic sacrifices as creative nonfiction with the paycheck to allow my love for New York to grow more. Only took four years to realize I suck at long-form.
on her favorite books
The classics read differently in collectible hardcover editions. Maybe because you’d never dare take these books on the subway so you’re likely reading them while horizontal. I recommend Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman, Tinkers by Paul Harding, The Infatuations by Javier Marias, Northanger Abbey by Jane Austen and BUtterfield 8 by John O’Hara.
on shopping and style
Once an OC girl, always an OC girl. Opening Ceremony is my go-to! I also love Uniqlo, COS, and vintage stores that shall not be named. (Because I want to keep them secret, sorry.) Aesthetic? I’d say it changes every day depending on mood.
Janelle's favorite books
““Who is William Onyeabor? Greenpoint’s hero, I’d say.””
janelle’s favorite records
Queen Collection: 15 of the Best
Foxygen’s We Are the 21st Century Ambassadors of Peace & Magic
Serge Gainsbourg’s Initial B.B.
World Psychedelic Classics 5: Who Is William Onyeabor
on haircare
Hairstory’s products changed my life. Now I only use the New Wash and Hair Balm for perfectly disheveled, healthy hair—even for all the bleaching I’ve done. I wash my hair at night then, while semi-dry, throw it up in Miley buns with two spin pins. I wake up with lots of volume and waves.
on the makeup product she uses
Maybelline Lash Discovery Mini-Brush Washable Mascara
Anastasia Beverly Hills Dipbrow Pomade(R) Waterproof Brow Color
Top Acne ; Pants, ASOS
Shop her favorite beauty products
top, reformation ; jumpsuit, chloe sevigny for opening ceremony ; coat, acne ; boots, asos ; bag, celine ; sunglasses, warby parker; hat, opening ceremony
on the skincare product she uses
La Roche Posay La Roche-Posay Ultra Light Face Sunscreen Fluid - SPF 45
Heritage Store Rosewater & Glycerin Spray
Simple Unscented Simple Micellar Cleansing Water
Roc Retinol Correxion Max Wrinkle Resurfacing System: Anti-Wrinkle Treatment + Resurfacing Serum
Purely Perfect Cleansing Crème Shampoo
on her favorite places in nyc