it's personal: flewd founder michael lupo
what michael's talking about that isn't the weather
it’s personal with…flewd founder michael lupo
things you’re listening to:
a song you love to cook to: love and appreciation by agnes
a song that makes you get up and dance: detonate by netta
the song you always come back to: el poeta by humbe
a song you know all the words to: disco man by remi wolf
a song that reminds you of someone: the origin of love by mika
things you’re reading:
something you read you love talking to people about: solito by javier zamora
something that made you think: never too small magazine
something that changed your mind: quiet: the power of introverts in a world that can’t stop talking
next on your reading list: open throat by henry hoke
things in your cart:
a brand you think is underrated: paint box nail polish
your most rebought beauty or wellness item: joseon green plum toner
your favorite item in your home: vintage royal blue velvet arflex modular sofa from the 70s
your most worn item of clothing currently: vintage vivienne westwood suede ostrich mary janes
your favorite jacket or sweater: vintage givenchy floral brocade coat
a comfortable pair of shoes: nike x sacai sneakers
a fun pair of shoes!: thrifted burberry navy patent leather “penny” loafers
what you’d bring as a hostess gift:
brunch: ghost of mary clarified bloody mary
dinner: homemade pastry that’s perfect for coffee the next morning (ex. dark chocolate rye torte or cynar & orange olive oil cake) and a bottle of champagne to enjoy when the party is over
a scent you love: papyrus by parle moi de parfum
something for a night out: rose la gummies
something for a night in: flewd fatigue defeating soak (with kimchi chigae & japanese whiskey)
things you’re making:
what’s your go-to dish to cook?
brunch: frittata (carmelized onions, sausage, sauteed mushrooms, chevre, thyme, lemon zest)
dinner: harissa pork shoulder with beans and rainbow chard
what’s your advice for making friends in adulthood? do an activity where you and everyone else is learning something new. it helps strip away pretense, everyone’s a bit more vulnerable & open when learning (but don’t get competitive!!!) like ceramics, bonsai, etc…
what are you bringing to the cookie exchange? ginger molasses pumpkin cookie with milk chocolate and semi-sweet chips
do you have any crafts on deck? i just redid my kitchen all on my own so there a few details to finish, but now i’m working on making a pair of overalls inspired by japanese street cleaners from the 40s.
things to swoon over:








This was so fun to read!