Martha Stewart's Must Haves: From a Sauté Pan to an Aluminum Suitcase

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Photo Illustration: Aly Lim
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Martha Stewart is everything, everywhere, all at once — and damn good at it. Long before Pinterest or lifestyle influencers entered our cultural zeitgeist, there was Stewart, the woman behind (seemingly) every bestselling cookbook, furniture line, and home-decor trend under the sun.

While she's been revered as a "new age Julia Child," Stewart's undefinable, decades-spanning career proves she can't exactly be characterized as just another lifestyle personality; rather, she's reimagined the space entirely. From one-pan pasta recipes to duvet collections and guides for hosting an unforgettable outdoor soirée, the "Martha Stewart" brand is so ever-expanding, it's impossible to find something still untouched by the mogul.

Even at 82 years old, she's continuing to explore new avenues for it. Case in point: her latest partnership with Miracle-Gro. In celebration of the spring gardening season, Stewart has teamed up with the brand to launch its newest organic gardening soil — the Miracle-Gro Organic Raised Bed & Garden Soil.

"I've been gardening since I was 3 years old and have always used Miracle-Gro products. Last year when I decided to change my vegetable garden into a raised-bed garden, it just occurred to me that this new soil would be a great thing to fill all the beds with," Stewart says. "I'd never had a better vegetable garden. So, I'm sold on the fact that this soil does work extremely well and grows beautiful, large vegetables in a shorter period of time than a normal garden soil."

As with most of Stewart's collaborations, the partnership's M.O. isn't to simply appeal to gardening savants — though they're sure to appreciate the product, too — but to also inspire a new wave of people to get outside and get their hands dirty.

In an exclusive interview with PS, Stewart spoke with us about her work with Miracle-Gro, best tips for new gardeners, and all of the must-have products she can't live without. From a nighttime cleansing oil to a high-tech juicer, keep reading to shop her essentials.

Martha Stewart's Affordable Must Have
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Martha Stewart's Affordable Must Have

Stewart credits this Miracle-Gro Organic Raised Bed & Garden Soil ($7) with helping her to grow the "best vegetable garden ever," thanks to its quick-release natural fertilizer and organic blend — which is made from upcycled green waste.

Pro Tip: Organic soil can be used differently depending on if you're filling a raised bed or planting directly into the ground. For first-time gardeners who are daunted by the task of starting their own garden, Stewart has simple advice: "Do a little reading. Go to your local garden center and talk to some experts. Then pick and choose a small amount of plants that you're going to grow; don't jump in like I do."

Martha Stewart's Investment Must Have
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Martha Stewart's Investment Must Have

"I believe that purchasing high quality cookware is one of the best investments you can make for your kitchen," says Stewart, whose career naturally lends itself to a lot of product testing and recipe experimentation. At the moment, she loves using this Martha Stewart 3.5-Quart Stainless Steel Sauté Pan ($195), which is made from a long-lasting stainless steel material. She says it serves as a great tool for those looking to "up their culinary skills."

Pro Tip: This versatile sauté pan is designed to cook a variety of dishes — from searing a steak to baking a gnocchi stew.

Martha Stewart's Morning-Routine Must Have
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Martha Stewart's Morning-Routine Must Have

To kickstart her day off on the right note, Stewart drinks a freshly made juice, blended with the help of this Breville Juice Fountain Plus ($140, originally $180). "Every morning I make green juice utilizing my favorite fruits and vegetables from my greenhouse and garden — including celery, cucumber, parsley, fresh mint, spinach and ginger," Stewart says. She notes that this appliance works "very well" at mixing everything together and achieving the perfect consistency.

Pro Tip: This juicer is equipped with two speed settings, which are designed for different ingredients. Per directions from the brand, the low speed setting is best for leafy vegetables and softer fruits, while the high speed setting is ideal for denser fruits and veggies.

Martha Stewart's Nighttime Must Have
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Martha Stewart's Nighttime Must Have

Stewart notes that she "cannot go to bed" without making sure that her skin is completely clean. "One of my most important beauty tips is to wash your face every night," she explains. To get her skin prepped in the evenings, she relies on this Clé de Peau Beauté Cleansing Oil ($80), which works to remove makeup and moisturize the skin's barrier for a softer feel.

Pro Tip: Simply pump three squirts of the product into the palm of your hand, apply to dry skin, massage the formula across your face or until all makeup is removed, and then rinse it off with lukewarm water.

Martha Stewart's Travel Must Have
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Martha Stewart's Travel Must Have

Running an empire as expansive as Stewart's requires quite a bit of travel. From work events to interviews and new product launches, Stewart always makes sure to have this Rimowa Original Cabin Carry-On Aluminum Suitcase ($1,430) handy, whether she's jet-setting abroad or commuting in and out of the city. "I travel quite often and love a high-quality, spacious, and durable suitcase like this one from Rimowa," she explains.

Pro Tip: While this carry-on suitcase is designed to fit in most overhead airplane compartments, the brand also sells models in 10 other sizes, including a medium check-in bag and extra-large trunk.


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