To celebrate the beginning of summer, our very own Katherine Power was sent packing on an uncharted trip to Cabo San Lucas, and despite her protests – we finally got her offline and off the grid for a few days of uninterrupted leisure. (*High five ladies!) Apart from her passport and a bottle of SPF, the only other essential we couldn’t let her leave the office without was…Essie nail polish, naturally. Because when isn’t getting a mani/pedi a trip prerequisite? Herewith, Katherine…
THE FAB FIVE
Gang’s all here! A Cabo packing list won’t be complete without these essential Essie summer shades.
Left to Right: Tart Deco, Go Ginza, Haute In The Heat, Bikini So Teeny, Urban Jungle
BUT FIRST…
Did you know International law states that it’s bad luck to board a flight without a pre-trip manicure? OK, maybe that’s not entirely true, but it should be. Always prep your nails before the world sees you – it sets the tone for the adventures to come!
Essie Essential: Bikini So Teeny
On Katherine: Gorjana Taner Wrapped Cuff Bracelet ($60) in Various Colours; Iwona Ludyga Tribe Wike Nudes Bracelet ($214); Iwona Ludyga Aztec Multiflag Bracelet ($117); Monica Vinader Baja Chain Bracelet ($330) in Grey Agate
MADE IT
Nested between historic Cabo and the city proper, the postcard-perfect Las Ventanas al Paraiso will be home for the next four days. Here, charming pebbled paths at every turn.
On Katherine: JadeTribe Beach Pom Tote ($144) in Pink Multi; Rebecca Taylor Sleeveless Eyelet Drawstring Dress ($395) in White; Benjamin Sunglasses
HANDLE IT
It’s been said that your travel tote is only as good as the nail polish you wear with it. We’re inclined to agree. Two pom-poms way, way up!
Essie Essential: Go Ginza
On Katherine: JadeTribe Beach Pom Tote ($144) in Pink Multi; Rebecca Taylor Sleeveless Eyelet Drawstring Dress ($395) in White; Monica Vinader Baja Chain Bracelet ($330) in Grey Agate; Theodora & Callum Laredo Scarf ($155) in Orange Multi
CLOSET CASE
Once the tour of the Garden View Villa was complete, it was back to the business at hand: unpacking.
On Katherine: Raquel Allegra Raw Silk Easy Pant ($305) in Cosmic Black
In Closet: Raquel Allegra Silk Maxi Skirt ($478) in Cosmic Ivory; A Lolita Lorenzo Clutch; ($144) in Pink Multi; LemLem Samara striped cotton-blend pants ($158); San Diego Hat Co. hat; Sandro Paris dress; Edie Parker Lara Marbled Backlit-Confetti Clutch Bag ($995) in Blue
JUST SWIMMINGLY
A pedi reset and we’re pool ready.
Essie Essential: Haute In The Heat
MADE IN THE SHADE
The ultimate poolside provisions: vital reading material, sunnies, rings galore, and Katherine’s Essie go-tos!
Essie Essentials: Tart Deco + Urban Jungle
Clockwise: San Diego Hat Co. hat; Ellery x Graz Quixote Sunglasses; Catbird rings; Theodora & Callum Laredo Scarf ($155) in Orange Multi.
A PLACE IN THE SUN
That moment you hotfoot it outdoors and realise the Sea of Cortez is your backyard, you just have to smile.
Essie Essential: Urban Jungle
On Katherine: Gorjana Taner Wrapped Cuff Bracelet ($60) in Various Colours; Iwona Ludyga Tribe Wike Nudes Bracelet ($214); Iwona Ludyga Aztec Multiflag Bracelet ($117); Benjamin Eva Sunglasses ($325) in Black and Bone.
WHEN AT THE BEACH, MAKE SAND SCRIBBLES
Caught in the act: an insta-opportunity presented itself. FOMO, and all that…
On Katherine: Gorjana Taner Wrapped Cuff Bracelet ($60) in Various Colours; Iwona Ludyga Tribe Wike Nudes Bracelet ($214); Iwona Ludyga Aztec Multiflag Bracelet ($117)
SITTING PRETTY
The perfect ending to a perfect trip: an alfresco dinner for two at Flora Farm Kitchen, a stunning community ranch folded into the foothills of the Sierra de la Laguna Mountains.
Until next time… Cheers from Cabo!
Essie Essential: Haute in the Heat
On Katherine: Zimmermann Writer Embroidered Check Dress ($450) in Black; Gianvito Rossi Leopard-Print Calf Hair Sandals ($634); Iwona Ludyga Tribe Wike Nudes Bracelet ($214) Iwona Ludyga Aztec Multiflag Bracelet ($117); Edie Parker Lara Marbled Backlit-Confetti Clutch Bag ($995) in Blue
