Besides designing year-round essentials, it’s important to us as Leallo that the brand remains at the intersection of style and substance. So, while providing our friends and customers with chic solutions to elevated, everyday dressing is something we take great joy in, we’re also big believers in talking about, and cultivating, wellness.

Wellness, in every capacity, is a state of being we are simultaneously inspired – and intimidated by. There’s a lot to discover! This month, as we enter one of the busiest seasons, where maintaining a healthy mindset feels more important than ever, we explore how intellectual wellness, one of the seven domains of wellness,  plays a crucial role in our day-to-day lives and subsequently, our style choices.

In simplest terms, intellectual wellness is about nurturing your mind through continuous learning, critical thinking, and creative expression. It's about engaging with ideas, seeking new perspectives, and fostering a curious spirit – the same governing principles integral to our team.  

Here are our tips to enhance intellectual wellness (and incorporate that effortless Hamptons energy we’re forever drawn to!)

Hit The Books

Curate a list of books that inspire you – memories, fashion biographies, philosophical texts, or even works by local authors. Fall book club? See you there! We also loe the idea of starting your own, and encouraging each friend to invite a guest to double the new faces :) 

We also crave a little "me time" with a long walk and a good podcast. Current listens include the Foster sisters World's First podcast and Horoscope Weekly with Aliza Kelly.

A dreamy reading nook!

Engage in Art & Culture

Spend a day exploring local galleries or museums (Parrish Art Musuem in Water Mill is always a treat), attend art shows, film screenings, or lectures that challenge your thinking. 

Parrish Art Museum, Water Mill

Exploring different forms of expression usually lends itself to mixing up personal style. 

Which brings us to…

Shop Your Closet

Experiment with styles that speak to you – many of them you likely own! Play around with existing pieces in your wardrobe and choose styles where comfort and confidence outweigh “looking cute.”  Most importantly, ENJOY. Fashion is fun. 

Mix and match your favorite Leallo core pieces.

Emily is wearing our Darthmouth Jacket, Kimberly Jogger, and Chloe Distressed Tee.

Connect with Nature

Fresh air is accessible to ALL! Spend time outdoors—go for a walk on the beach, hike in local parks (if you’re local, Shadmoor in Montauk is always great), or simply relax in your own backyard. Use this time to sit in silence - you might be surprised by what insights arrive.

Yes!  If you live close to a town I’ve been trying to give myself some time to walk to dinner rather than drive or walk to the other end of town to run that errand rather than drive.  

Shadmoor State Park, Montauk

Get To Know Your Neighbors

Participate in workshops, lectures, or community events that require you to put yourself out there and meet new people. Learn, connect, grow.

Stay curious and authentic!

xx