Beauty regimen
OLIMPIA FRANZAN • Irene Forte Skincare
WORK • Wednesday Routine
OLIMPIA FRANZAN • director of strategy • Irene Forte Skincare
Neighbourhood you work in: Chelsea
It’s Thursday morning. What’s the scene at your workplace?
The office is buzzing with energy — only women, all focused on different projects, and beauty packages scattered around. We're in the midst of catching up on the latest tasks and to-dos. In a few minutes, we're heading out for a coffee run to Lift, just across from the office. It’s the perfect way to get a little break and recharge before diving back in.
What’s on the agenda for today?
A pilates class first thing in the morning before heading to the office. Then, catching up on emails and jumping on calls with the team to discuss our exciting 2025 projects. For lunch, I usually swing by Sally Clarke or Whole Foods to grab a bite, and we always bring back a few snacks for the office (the Ombar Coco Raspberry organic raw chocolate is our favorite!).
Any restaurant plans today, tonight, this weekend?
Tonight, I’m planning to go to Sumi for dinner after our drinks — it’s a great Japanese spot. I also love Josephine or Julie's for dinner with friends or Cepages for a romantic date night. On weekends, we like to get out of the city when we can and go to Petersham Nurseries in Richmond for lunch or brunch — it’s so peaceful. Otherwise, if we’re in the mood for something a bit more dynamic, we head to Angelina or Brat in East London. For the best martini in London, it would be Duke's.
How about a little leisure or culture?
I recently visited the Van Gogh exhibition at the National Gallery, which was truly stunning. I also spent time exploring the rest of the museum — every time I go, I’m more amazed by its collection. This weekend, we’re off to watch the UTS Final Tennis Tournament — my husband is a massive tennis fan.
What was your last great vacation?
Last year, I took an unforgettable trip to Japan — it was extra special because it marked the end of my maternity leave before I returned to work. The entire experience was incredible: the rich history, breathtaking landscapes, the warmth of the people, and of course, the food. I also loved exploring the vintage shops and soaking up the unique energy of the cities.