What’s in my cart with the zeitgeist defining stylist, Coco van Dijk
Culture can shift and swing so quickly that it’s almost impossible to cherry-pick the talented individuals who are setting the pace for the next generation. I was doom-scrolling TikTok and stumbled across the gem that is stylist
Coco van Dijk.
I met Coco in person, and she was as fresh IRL as she is online. A rare class act. Well-spoken, well-dressed and well-versed on how the fashion industry is stumbling forward with the next generation at the helm and what brands out there actually give a fuck about ensuring there is an inhabitable Earth to look ahead to.
Coco’s eye for blending colours and silhouettes feels effortless, but I think she knows exactly what she’s doing; she’s setting the bar for what’s to come.
I just had to get her to do a round-up of what she’s currently adding to her cart off the bat of her recent capsule collab with five by flynn. And, in true fashion, she did not disappoint.
No gatekeeping allowed here, ever.
Five By Flynn Coco Collection, Shirt
Wow, what an amazing collection I wonder who designed it….. #selfobsessed. Yes, It was me, but hey, I still am in love with this piece, it's a statement, has a good amount of colour & can spice up any outfit, from fitness chic to runway raunchiness.
Yes, that's right, kids. My heart and soul, crocs. I have one thing to say, do you like denying yourself comfort?? Do you like denying yourself happiness?? If you want to walk on clouds, then join in and be like me, I have 9 pairs, aha. Chuck them on with a pair of socks, shorts + an oversized T-shirt. Hot.
Justine Clenquet, Statement Earrings
Epic, timeless jewellery. Every single piece is unique & to be fair, they’re very reasonably priced. Chuck on any one of her pieces, and you’ll look put together (even if your 30 bottles deep) xx
The best darn Baggu oversized tote
This bag is something I am emotionally and physically attracted to. It's the perfect oversized tote. Two straps. Pocket on the outside. A zip. Yes, the perfect creation. Bring on the plane as your aggressively oversized carry-on bag, or use it as a sleepover bag, yes, because we’re still 13 years old!
Danielle Cathari + Adidas Deconstructed Pants
This item always takes the cake in my eyes. I’m a sucker for finding an item I love, feel comfy in and blow people's minds with. So, when I say I hit the jackpot with this one, I mean it. I have them in Green, Black, Blue & red and would have them in every colour of the rainbow if they weren’t impossible to find.
Orange statement socks from Paire
If you know me well, you’ll know my number one tip for a good outfit is to match your socks to something you have on. May it be a top, scrunchie, bag, nail polish colour, match match match. It's just cool & you look like you know what you’re doing. I own the orange pair of these socks + could happily purchase them in all colours, a staple.
If I could marry a sunglasses brand, I would marry Szade. Would it be weird? Yes. But would I do it? Yes. Sustainable sunglasses made from recycled materials + their shapes never miss. Every type of person can find a pair that fits their noggin at Szade, and that is what I call a success.
Yellow Rubber clogs from Ganni
Now, when I showed my mum these, she said they’re like a red carpet Croc & Kate, I couldn’t agree more, which is probably why I am emotionally invested in them. They’re made from recycled rubber, come in numerous colours + they’re just cool. I love u Ganni, thank you for blessing our hooves with these.
Emotional support Frank green water bottle
The emotional support water bottle. I never thought id say it, but my Frank Green is the love of my life. Too far? He’s bright orange + part of a Five By Flynn collab & Im attracted to him. He’s like a very reliable boyfriend, always by my side + providing me with the satisfaction I need whenever I want it. I’ve named him Hans. But when I’ve used my current water-bottle bf to the point of no return, this blue and orange mama is in the bag.
Stine Goya, a brand that I only discovered when working across the road from it in Beak Street, LUNDUN. My o My, a scandy candy land. I found their amazing Julius bag & snatched one up in orange, but I might have to pounce and get myself one in all colours possible. Especially sparkly silver, like duh.
Boys Smells X Ganni Park Life candle
I never thought I’d be a person who actually wanted to buy a candle, I used to see them as things you never light and then regift (don’t kill me). But no, this god-like creation of a candle by Ganni + Boys Smells encapsulates everything yummy about the stinky things we call boys. It smells like Christmas, your birthday and unlimited money. Light it in your bedroom when it's beyond messy to make it look sophisticated, in your brother's room when he hasn’t left in 3 days + in your bathroom when, you know.
Words: Montarna Pitt
