TODAY IS WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 4
WHAT TO EXPECT
• stories: waitlists for luxury brands, needlepoint is coming back,
• listen to this: deep work music
• bali giveaway
• open roles
• extra stories
• bon voyage: Seattle, Washington
BUSINESS: WAIT LIST FOR A BIRKIN AND ROLEX GOT SHORTER
Luxury’s famous waitlists — the ones that made Hermès Birkins and Rolex watches feel nearly impossible to get — are easing up as demand cools and resale prices fall. What felt like exclusivity is becoming more like “wait-and-see” availability. These brands have been using the scarcity model where they produce less to increase demand.
WELLNESS: THIS BREATHING TECHNIQUE CAN HELP
As weird as it may sound, the “horse breath” technique is becoming pretty popular as a simple & effective way to release tension from the body. You exhale forcefully through relaxed lips in order to activate the body’s natural calming response, and ease any built-up stress, almost immediately.
LIFESTYLE: NEEDLEPOINT IS COMING BACK
Needlepoint is having a very chic comeback, with Gen Z and millennials preferring these stitch nights, prosecco, and canvases. The slow, meditative craft offers something rare right now: a tangible end product, built-in community, and a reason to sit still on purpose. It may be pricey and time-consuming, but for many, that’s exactly the point—it’s a hobby that feels grounding and social.
Escape the daily hustle and bustle with downtempo beats + melodic grooves. These mixes are meticulously crafted to energize your mind while soothing your energy.
If you’ve been mentally booking a one-way ticket lately, this is your cue. We’re sending one winner to Bali for a spa-forward, pinch-me kind of escape.
Here’s what’s included:
🌴 4 nights at Amarterra Villas Resort Bali Nusa Dua, Autograph Collection
💆♀️ $250 spa credit at the acclaimed Amarta Spa
🍹 Poolside private daybed for two + $100 toward bites & cocktails
🏖️ Amarterra by the Bay Beach Club daybed for two + $100 food & drink credit
🍽️ $250 dinner credit for two at Maja Restaurant serving Asian-international fusion
🕊️ Journey of Serenity: an 8-hour Ubud experience with guided tour, spa treatment, traditional blessing, and BBQ
Product Marketing Manager, PERELEL (remote): Apply if you have 3-5 years experience in product marketing, preferably in food or dietary supplements, functional medicine, or science-based wellness brands.
Senior Director of Marketing, WELLBEL (remote): Apply if you have 10+ years of marketing leadership experience at a high-growth consumer brand with a strong DTC presence.
Senior Manager Brand Partnership - Contract, FUNCTION HEALTH (remote): Apply if you have 6–8 years of experience in brand partnerships, business development, or strategic account management.
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“Who you are tomorrow begins with what you do today.”
- Tim Fargo
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
EAT: Start your morning at Tilikum Place Café (hello, Dutch babies). For lunch with a view, head to Westward for oysters and waterfront people-watching. Come evening, Canlis is the splurge-worthy classi. It’s actually family owned! Side note: Walrus and the Carpenter is a non-negotiable stop for wine, small plates, and a buzzy crowd.
STAY: If you’re leaning into luxury, the Four Seasons Hotel Seattle delivers polished comfort with Elliott Bay views and a serene spa. For something more design-forward and intimate, the Thompson Seattle nails that cool-city energy with rooftop cocktails included. If you prefer more of that boutique charm, Hotel Ändra will be your jam. It blends Scandinavian simplicity with downtown convenience.
DO: For that iconic Pinterest photo, you have to wander Pike Place Market early (before the crowds), then walk it off along the waterfront or through Olympic Sculpture Park. It’s just 1 mile north of the Seattle Art Museum, this collection of sculptures is essentially free art all year long. If you’re not in the walking mood, you can quietly duck into indie shops and cafés in Capitol Hill.
