Jenna Lyons Shares Her Must-Have Products

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Jenna Lyons is a fashion force, but we saw her personality shine on the reboot of "Real Housewives of New York" as she opened up about her life and showed a more vulnerable side. Her closet made quite an impression on the show, and her unique style is one to emulate. She famously wore (and rocked) jeans to the "RHONY" reunion, and her current favorite styles are really oversized slouchy jeans, a timeless straight leg, and cropped high-waisted jeans. However, she's not a fan of stretchy jeans. "I really like rigid jeans, and I like them where they're worn in," she says.

With her trend-setting style, we had to ask her for some fashion tips we could implement, and one of her top tricks is complementing opposites. "If I'm wearing jeans, I'll probably be wearing something more dressy on top. If I'm wearing a fancy skirt, I'll probably wear something more pared down. It's like mixing patterns and materials," she says. Lyons gives us more examples, like pairing something soft with something crisp, a shiny item with something flat, fluffy, or matte, or pairing tweed with something satin or shiny, so that there's a contrast that plays off each other.

She also points out that fit and style can be two different things. "Something could fit but it may not necessarily have any style, I often times will buy a shirt or a sweater in a size extra small or an oversized one because the proportions and the way that you can push them are really different. I don't like to wear all slouchy, all head to toe, and all skinny, all head to toe."

No one embodies effortlessly chic like Lyons, and she let us in on how to build an archival collection like hers. "I used to just buy things all the time, and I think what I've gotten used to now is finding the things that I love and then going and trying to find them," she says. Whether it's older pieces from Marc Jacobs or a specific Valentino collection, she believes in investing in items you actually like, and if you're vying for something vintage, you can keep track of them on sites like eBay and buy second-hand.

Lyons partnered with eBay to sell a few items from her archival collection and unveil its Luxe Line. "While I know that they're authentic, I need somebody who's on the other end to feel confident and be authentic. eBay sets it up so that they properly authenticate everything, and there is a trusted seller behind it. They're taking care of all the communication with the seller and with the customer and vice versa for the customer to feel confidence that the piece and the item that they've selected has actually gone through the proper vetting," she says.

Beyond her eye for chic fashion and timeless styling tips, we had to know what products she has vetted and loves to use often. Ahead, we asked Lyons about her current must-have products, including Tata Harper skin care, her go-to toothbrush, and more.

Jenna Lyons's Affordable Must Have
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Jenna Lyons's Affordable Must Have

"I have a thing. I cannot stand my feet being cold, but I also don't like to wear chunky socks," Lyons says. However, when she discovered Paka Alpaca Socks ($55, originally $60), she noted that her search for the perfect socks had ended. Paka socks are made from an alpaca blend that offers lightweight yet breathable wear that keeps your feet warm. "They don't make my feet sweat, and they work under my slim boots," she says. Lyons loves that they don't feel scratchy on her skin, and the brand claims they are odor-resistant as well.

Pro Tip: These socks are machine washable and great for leisure and active lifestyles.

Jenna Lyons's Investment Must Have
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Jenna Lyons's Investment Must Have

While interning at Donna Karen, Lyons found an appreciation for a quality blazer. "I remember going to vintage stores back then and buying men's blazers and trying to do something. Even if you were wearing a t-shirt, you looked a little bit more polished if you wore a blazer with it," she says. The Thom Browne Long Grosgrain Ribbon-Trim Coat ($434) is the versatile workhorse she loves to sport, whether it's with a sleek little black dress, just trousers with no shirt underneath, or even with a skirt. Because of its narrow structure, Lyons loved wearing this blazer with jeans and a beautiful blouse. "This isn't a traditional blazer, it sort of gives you more options because it's a little bit longer and it's also very shaped. You can also wear it as a dress," she says.

Pro Tip: Lyons recommends investing in a timeless and quality jacket, blazer, or trench that can give you a polished look, no matter what you're wearing, whether it's a pair of jeans, a t-shirt, or a button-down shirt.

Jenna Lyons's Morning Routine Must Have
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Jenna Lyons's Morning Routine Must Have

"All my teeth are fake, and I'm like obsessed with keeping them in my mouth," Lyons says, and her go-to toothbrush is the Oral-B iO Series 8 Electric Toothbrush ($200, originally $250). She points out that this model spins as it vibrates, which helps her clean every nook and cranny, including her gums. "It has a smart pressure sensor, and I didn't even realize that's what's happening. When you push, it responds to you in a totally different way. It feels like it's kind of gripping your teeth and getting into them," she says.

It has six cleaning modes, including two designed for sensitivity care, one for whitening, one for a deeper clean, and one specifically for gum care. The brush alerts you when it's time to recharge or change out the brush head, and it has a built-in two-minute timer. It has an accompanying app that teaches you how to brush your teeth efficiently and effectively.

Pro Tip: Lyons also likes to use the Closis mouthwash since it doesn't have alcohol or extra sweeteners and has a light, minty taste.

Jenna Lyons's Sleep Must Have
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Jenna Lyons's Sleep Must Have

Although she appreciates occasionally indulging in a seven-step skin-care routine, she likes to keep her everyday routine a two-step process. For maintenance and simplicity, Lyons loves using the Tata Harper Crème Riche ($230). "The moisturizer is really rich and creamy. When I wake up the next morning, I feel a little bit more plump," she says. The cream contains hydrating ingredients like avocado peptides and two weights of hyaluronic acid, plus antioxidants, essential fatty acids, and vitamin F.

She also loves using the brand's Rejuvenating Serum for her antiaging concerns. It contains peptides from Spanish lavender, which are supposed to help minimize the look of fine lines, and sugar polymers that help soften texture.

Pro Tip: The brand notes that this is best for those with dry, mature skin.

Jenna Lyons's Travel Must Have
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Jenna Lyons's Travel Must Have

Lyon's Yves Saint Laurent Raspail Cascade Print Coated Canvas Tote Bag ($1,025) is a practical yet sentimental tote bag she likes to travel with. "I have fond memories of it because I bought it on a trip to Paris. It was a trip that I had one of those experiences where everything felt good. I remember buying the bag and so many people I got so many compliments on the bag," she says. Lyons loves its unusual design, noting that it doesn't have the YSL logo on it. She likes that she can throw her necessities in it without looking disorganized. She carries a pair of socks, headphones, an iPad, a notepad, and a refresher kit with lip balm, a face cream, and a cleanser. "It's kind of sexy and sturdy, and has a good memory for me."

Pro Tip: She also recommends packing a pair of underwear and other day-of necessities in your carry-on or personal item bag in case your luggage gets lost.