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Office Hours with Perelel Co-Founder Alex Taylor

For the next few months, we’re taking you along on our Fall Longevity Series—featuring in-depth conversations with Jenni’s favorite doctors, founders, and wellness practitioners on topics ranging from perimenopause to Panchakarma. To kick things off, we sat down with Alex Taylor, the co-founder of OB/GYN-backed vitamin brand Perelel. Ahead, Alex shares eye-opening insight on the state of women’s health, how to prepare for menopause, and the daily habits that keep her well.
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What Makes Our Clean Deodorant Different?

Like most Oak products, our new Microbiome Balancing Deodorant was a personal request from Jenni. For years, she couldn’t find a clean deodorant that worked; everything either felt wet, stained her clothes, or only masked odor. And after four years of careful formulation, we’re proud to share the final product—a deodorant that’s clean, formulated like skincare, and delivers real results. Below, the full story behind this first-of-a-kind formula.
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How Nutrition Expert Sarah Wragge Prioritizes Whole-Body Wellness

We were first introduced to Sarah Wragge by our founder, Jenni—who swears by Sarah’s alkalizing greens powder every morning. A holistic nutrition expert and the founder of Sarah Wragge Wellness, she’s known for her proprietary wellness protocols and health-packed powders, designed to optimize your routine from the inside out. Below, we get into Sarah’s transformative approach to feeling good, plus actionable tips for supporting your mind, body, and skin.
The Ess •

The Real Benefits of a Bathing Ritual, According to Julia Barna

At Oak, we believe a bath is more than just a luxury. It’s a wellness ritual—and one that's even more powerful when our new Dream Bath Soak is in the mix. To dive deeper into the benefits of bathing, we sat down with Oak's Global Skincare Ambassador, Julia Barna. Julia takes a holistic approach to her LA-based practice, treating skincare as a meaningful step in whole-body wellness. Keep reading as she tells us about the restorative power of taking a bath, what makes Dream Bath Soak's formula so special, and how to create a deeply healing practice from the comfort of your bathtub.
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How Celebrity Makeup Artist Jenna Kristina Prepped Nikki Glaser’s Skin for the Oscars

For this year’s Vanity Fair Oscar Party, celebrity makeup artist Jenna Kristina used exclusively Oak products to prep Nikki Glaser’s skin. The end result? Soft, natural luminosity that looked just as effortless in-person as it did under the flash of a camera. Keep reading for Jenna’s approach to red carpet skin prep, plus the exact products she used to achieve Nikki’s lit-from-within glow.
Jenni Kayne •

The Art of Layering According to Julia Rabinowitsch

If you’ve seen an impeccably chic flat-lay on your feed recently, chances are Julia Rabinowitsch of The Millennial Decorator was behind it. Known for her curated vintage drops, her collaborations with some of the internet’s most talked-about brands, and her ability to source and style beautiful vintage objects, Julia was the perfect person to bring into the world of our Layers campaign. Keep reading for Julia’s advice on everything from vintage shopping to Valentine’s Day to creating a layered, highly-considered space.
Jenni Kayne •

Whitney Cummings' Soul-Filled Approach to Home Design

Filled with calming neutrals and gorgeous vintage furniture, Whitney Cummings’ Topanga Canyon home is a true retreat from the outside world. And as the comedian, actor, and mom explains below, this sense of relaxation is intentional; it’s a cozy, grounding response to the demands of her daily life. Keep reading for our chat with Whitney, plus a closer look at how we collaborated to redesign her guest bedroom.
Jenni Kayne •

How To Host an Elevated and Enjoyable Holiday Dinner Party

Holiday entertaining is an art. And while coming together with loved ones is one of the things that makes this season special, it can also be a lot of work. To make things easy, we created an elegant but straightforward holiday party playbook in partnership with recipe developer Cucina Melissa. Below, you’ll find all the outfit ideas, table inspiration, and custom recipes you need—keep reading for the entire plan.
Jenni Kayne •

3 Ways to Style The Season’s Most Iconic Sweater

The cloud-soft cashmere is as indulgent as it gets. The thoughtful details—a refined button shoulder, an asymmetrical collar that transforms into a turtleneck, and extended ribbed cuffs—exude a casual elegance. And the fit? Perfectly versatile, ready to take you from casual errands to elegant holiday gatherings. Keep reading for three ways to style the Jackie Sweater, and why you’ll be wearing it on repeat this season.
Jenni Kayne •

Jenni Kayne x Dumais Made: Our Refined Ceramic Collaboration Has Arrived

Our latest collaboration with Dumais Made is exactly that—a blend of two distinct design perspectives, brought to life in one beautifully handcrafted, highly-designed collection. Based in Litchfield, Connecticut, Dumais Made is a boutique ceramic studio known for creating lighting and furniture that balances modern minimalism with thoughtful, architectural details. Keep reading for an inside look at our collection, Dumais Made’s creative process, and some of their latest inspirations from around the world.
Jenni Kayne •

Fall Style According to Shopping Expert Sara Walker

As a content creator, stylist, ex-fashion buyer, and Substack author (where she curates her top ten buys each week) Sara Walker knows a thing or two about shopping. Which is why we jumped at the chance to spend a crisp fall afternoon with her at Jenni Kayne Brentwood—where she tried on her favorite pieces, shared some fall style wisdom, and filled us in on the question she always asks herself before making a new purchase. Read on for our full chat with Sara—and to spark inspiration for your own seasonal shopping.
Jenni Kayne •

This Dreamy Hudson Valley Farm Is Worth Planning a Weekend Around

If you’ve ever wanted to escape city life for something a little slower, designer and developer Amalia Graziani has dreamt up just the place. Callisto Hudson Valley is a fully operational regenerative farm, known for its sweeping scenery, no-till produce, culinary workshops, and chicly-renovated spaces for private parties or pop-ups. Hoping to bring a bit of Callisto’s charm to our own homes, we asked Amalia for her expert advice on setting a fall table—plus, she shared three farm-fresh recipes to try for yourself.
Jenni Kayne •

Nicolas Schuybroek on Designing for the Present While Honoring the Past

Belgian architect Nicolas Schuybroek takes a deeply intentional approach to each of his projects—posing questions like, what is the inherent context of this space? What elements of its history should be honored, and what details can be pared back? In one of his latest projects, a townhouse in New York City, his reverent eye is on display everywhere—rustic tile floors offset sleek, contemporary lighting while ornate, richly hue wood archways sit alongside austere modern art. Below, more design wisdom from the famed architect, plus quietly luxurious interior inspiration.
Jenni Kayne •

Clara Dyrhauge on the True Meaning of Scandinavian Style

On a crisp fall afternoon, we took to the streets with Clara Dyrhauge to discuss a trending sartorial topic—Scandinavian style. The minimal, effortlessly-chic outfits are all over our feeds, but who better to define the trend than a Copenhagen-based art director who actually lives it? Below, a chat with Clara about her favorite spots in Copenhagen, what makes a capsule wardrobe, and how to channel your inner Scandi.
Jenni Kayne •

Ella McFadin’s Slow Living Weekend at the Farmhouse

There’s something about life at the Farmhouse that makes time slow down. Whether it’s the serene interiors, the skin-reviving greenhouse facials, or the breathtaking setting, our Upstate escape has a special beauty that’s worth savoring. So when Ella McFadin—founder of Skin By Ella and one of our go-to sources for dreamy, double-tap-worthy lifestyle content—planned a visit, we knew we had to follow along. Keep reading to see how she made the most of her stay, plus the grounding rituals she relies on back at home.
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