We recently contacted Gillian Laub, the acclaimed and published photographer whose work ranges from portraits of Israelis and Palestinians to celebrity photo sessions, the common thread of which is strong juxtapositions in photographic compositions. Stepping out from behind her lens, she shared with us some of her favorites. Herewith is what she’s feeling.

Q&A
beso: What’s your favorite pair of jeans right now?
Gillian Laub: Rag & Bone jeans. So comfy.

b: What’s pair of shoes are you wearing on the weekends around town?
GL: I LIVE in my Martin Margiela boots. I don’t think I’ve taken them off all winter.

b: What bag(s) are you carrying right now?
GL: LeSportsac for work stuff…great durability and Chanel for play.

b: What gloss are you wearing right now?
GL: I don’t wear gloss, just Rosebud Salve.  Good for lips, dry cuticles, and any area that needs some softening.

b: And your scent of choice?
GL: Dr. Hauschka Rose Body Oil.

b: What stores are calling out to you? what stores are you drawn into?
GL: I am drawn to small boutiques where it’s an intimate experience and things are more curated.  I wish I didn’t get panic attacks in department stores because I like the idea of a one stop shopping [Gillian, beso.com anyone?]

b: What nail polish color are you loving?
GL: I don’t wear nail polish.

b: What color is your new black?
GL: Black will always be my new black. But I love all shades of purple as well and adding accents of color.

b: What’s your favorite LBD?
GL: A Mayle dress i bought years ago. so disappointed when the boutique closed.

b: What camera do you keep in your purse?
GL: Canon G10; it’s the best digital point and shoot!!

b: Lastly, we’d like to know: What’s your beso? My beso is: “be so compassionate”
GL: I can’t really do better than ‘be so compassionate;’ how about ‘be so open minded’