Kimberly Hartman, Founder of JADEtribe
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When the economy tanked in 2008, KIMBERLY HARTMAN decided to take a break from her decade-long showroom career (and make use of her frequent flyer miles) with a four-month long backpacking trip to Southeast Asia. While In Laos, she stumbled upon a tiny weaving village where the women were dyeing and sewing intensely beautiful textiles that she knew her showroom friends at home would fall just as hard for: Her gorgeous line JADEtribe was born. Kimberly still travels to collabroate with those Laotian artisans—and is fresh off a trip to Morocco (we can't wait to see the fruit from that excursion). Since she's such a frequent traveler, we tapped her for a list of things that ease her journeys.
Here, the 11 things Kimberly Hartman uses to make travel easier.
- 1
Barton Perreira Sunglasses
I have one "go to" guy for sunglasses and it is David Gonzales at Fred Segal Eyes in Santa Monica. I purchased the namesake "Gonzales" by Barton Perreira from him in Brown and Gold and I have yet to find a better pair of sunnies.
- 2
Christy's Hats Straw Fedora
Every summer I purchase a new Rafia fedora and it goes everywhere under the sun with me (protecting my blond highlights). This one by Christy's Hats was just given to me last week and I love it.
- 3
L'Occitane Travel Candle in Amber
FINALLY I have reached my destination... Spending so many nights in hotels around the world, I love to bring my favorite scent with me. The tin container keeps it safe in my suitcase, while the fragrance makes any new space feel and smell a bit like home.
- 4
DreamTime Lavender Velvet Sleep Mask
I was given this sleep mask as a gift and it's perfect for overnight flights—or really, for a good nights sleep anytime. It's soft, comfortable, and blocks out all the light, plus I love the soothing lavender scent.
- 5
Molton Brown Lip Saver
Molton Brown lip moisturizer is definitely THE product I must have if ever stranded on a desert island! It is always within arms reach.
- 6
Dr. Sebagh Rose de Vin Serum
I apply Dr. Sebagh's Rose de Vie serum in the airline lounge just before an overnight flight—it's a bit of a splurge, but a wonderful luxury. Not only does my skin feel protected, but the Rose oil is quite calming.
- 7
JADEtribe Weekender
All of the above and more fit into my go-to carry-on: The JADEtribe hand woven weekender in Indigo/White. It's roomy, light-weight, fresh, and fashionable—and the flight attendants always ask where I bought it!
- 8
Bose Headset
I go for the highest quality, most comfortable noise-cancelling headset by Bose to watch movies on my computer or to listen to music on my iPad both on and off the airplane. Instead of earplugs on flights I often sleep with these on!
- 9
Kind Fruit & Nut Bars
I'm not a fan of airline food: I usually pick up a salad to take on board along with fresh fruit to wake up to on overnight flights. Plus, I ALWAYS have KIND Fruit & Nut bars in my bag as a snack. Almond/Coconut is my fave.
- 10
Monoi Tiki Tipanie Oil
I always use oils to moisturize my skin when I am still moist from the shower—especially before a long flight. My favorite is the Monoi Tiki Tipanie Oil created from the Plumeria flower, also known as "Frangipani." I even use it in my hair to keep it silky smooth.
- 11
13" Apple MacBook Pro
My entire company is run from my Mac Book Pro, which is key, because it allows me to work from anywhere in the world. I would be lost without it.
