
Ever wondered what's in the travel bags of your ultimate artistic inspirations? Curious to know what are the items shaping their lives while taking a break from the dayjob, how they plan for weather swings, or stay inspired in their downtime? Can't Leave Without is the Livingetc column bringing you packing advice courtesy of our favorite names from the contemporary interior design and creative scene.
"As a designer, my work is rooted in creating immersive spaces that engage the senses. So when I travel, I'm drawn to objects that enhance my experience, whether through color, materiality, or ritual," Madelynn Ringo, founder and creative director of the New York City-based design practice Ringo Studio, tells me in an email exchange.