QUARANTINING WITH EMMY RAPPE
IMG MODEL EMMY RAPPE IS passing her time IN NATURE with a series of self portraits.
TEXT AND IMAGES EMMY RAPPE
Emmy Rappe is a model. Yet, during quarantine in Sweden, she has found herself playing as much behind the camera as in front of it. Here, she tells us a bit about her time isolating in Sweden and shares the self portraits she has been taking.
LESS IS MORE: AUTHENTIC
LAST ITEM I PURCHASED: Manduka Superlite Travel Mat in Midnight
MOST IMPORTANT ITEM: My vintage 501 Levis
BEING SUSTAINABLE IS: about being conscious
On quarantine in Sweden
I’m isolating myself on my parents’ farm in southern Sweden. It’s a very beautiful place, the house I grew up in is from the 1700’s so there is a lot of interesting history to discover.
I live in Paris and NYC, it's definitely different from where I am right now. When Covid-19 struck and jobs got cancelled I was in Paris. It made sense to go to Sweden, for a bit of nature and family time.
On using this time to reflect
I’m taking this time for some self-improvement! I’m going to learn things I haven’t found time for previously. The whole world is on pause, and probably won’t go back to the way it was once this moment ends. But I believe we are going to come out from this as better human beings.
On living a sustainable life
I always trying to be conscious in my life. Growing on this organic dairy farm, made me aware of the sustainability early in life. So coming back here is definitely a reminder of that!
I’m taking this time for some self-improvement! I’m going to learn things I haven’t found time for previously. The whole world is on pause, and probably won’t go back to the way it was once this moment ends. But I believe we are going to come out from this as better human beings.
NATURE I take a lot of walks and runs in the woods.
“KINDA FEELING LIKE THE EARTH JUST SENT US ALL TO OUR ROOMS TO THINK ABOUT WHAT WE’VE DONE.”
STRETCHING I’m a member of Modo Yoga in Paris and NYC. During this time I still practice with my teachers. But we do it online, through Instagram and YouTube. I’m thankful for technology!
NATURE I must say that 6 years in NYC has made me enjoy the sounds of birds chirping, the feel of a spring breeze and the smell of manure - all of these sensations make me feel alive.
SKIN I make sure to take care of my skin and stay hydrated. I am a big fan of Barbara Sturm and all of here products - She is my queen! Not only is she one of the kindest people, but her products are just life changing - at least they have been for me.I use most of her products but if I could only choose a few, I would say that Hyaluronic Serum, Glow Drops, Face Wash and Clarifying Spot Treatment are my favorites.
ICE BATHS Ice baths constrict blood vessels, flush waste products and reduce swelling and breakdown of tissues. I usually go for Cryotherapy sessions in NYC, but obviously that’s not available here on the farm. So for now, skinny dipping in the freezing river, will have to do!
VITAMIN D, Sun exposure is the most important natural source of Vitamin D. The body uses Vitamin D to help absorb the calcium it needs to build and maintain bones. I make sure to get outside for some healthy sun exposure, but also make sure to always wear some sunscreen.
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