picks vol. 18
what we’re wearing
resort — looks linked here: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/theveritasedit/posts/7b034805-020e-11f1-b881-0242ac110003
for the long weekend, a resort edit built on ease, color, and pieces that travel well — from late lunches to long dinners.
lace-trim slip dress that goes from day to night — Third Form
floral sandal heels — Zimmermann
citrus beaded clutch — Alemais
ribbed tank — Saint Laurent
printed straight-leg pants — Oséree
blue acetate sunglasses — Prada
a fun raffia bag, bonus points with the elephant — Loewe
gold leather slide sandals — Manolo Blahnik
polished but relaxed — ideal for wandering markets, galleries, or nowhere in particular.
a chic, bright skirt and top set that can be worn together or as seperates — Alemais
intrecciato clutch — Bottega Veneta
sculptural coral heels — Gianvito Rossi
graphic, confident, and made for golden hour. no layering required.
what we’re sipping
mojitos!
gather:
2 tsp. of sugar
1 tbsp. fresh lime juice
4-5 fresh mint sprigs
1.5 oz light rum
3 oz. sparkling water
ice cubes to fill the glass
create:
in a tall glass, add sugar, the lime juice and mint sprigs.
muddle the mint gently with a spoon.
add rum and the ice cubes.
top with sparkling water.
stir well and enjoy
what we’re cooking
tuna crudo with caviar
ingredients:
1/2 lb. bigeye tuna
1 lemon, zest and juice
flaky salt
caviar (optional)
Salt, to taste
soft herbs, microgreens, edible flowers of your choice, to garnish
2 tbsp of extra virgin olive oil
how to make:
slice the tuna thinly (about 1/8 - 1/4 inch thick).
on the base of a serving platter, add a pinch of lemon zest, one tablespoon lemon juice, and one tablespoon olive oil
add the tuna crudo on top with a drizzle of two tablespoons olive oil, a pinch of lemon zest, and a generous pinch of flaky salt.
add a few dollops of caviar on top of the crudo and garnish with soft herbs, microgreens, edible flowers (if using).
serve immediately.
**note: avoid squeezing lemon juice on top of the tuna as the acid can discolor the fish.
what we’re reading
the covenant of water by abraham verghese
a sweeping, deeply human family saga set in south india, spanning three generations bound by love, medicine, faith, and a mysterious relationship with water. at its center is big ammachi, whose life unfolds against colonial rule, shifting politics, and the quiet dramas of marriage, illness, and survival. verghese blends intimate storytelling with lush historical detail, exploring how bodies, families, and nations carry both inherited wounds and enduring grace.
why it’s worth your time: patient, immersive, and emotionally precise. a novel that rewards slow reading and lingers long after the last page.
