Daniela Karnuts first begun her label SAFiYAA in 2010, after finding herself stranded in India during a volcanic eruption – where, by default, she created an emergency wardrobe that sparked her passion for design. We caught up with the style maven as she dishes out her best-kept beauty secrets and must-haves for the month ahead.
Motto to live by: “No risk, no fun” | Best advice: Treat others how you like to be treated | Who has taught you the most: My mother and grandmother | What inspires you the most: Passion, literature, intellect, and art | Person you’d most like to meet: The Dalai Lama | On the bucket list: To learn how to meditate and experience each moment to the fullest | Most cherished possession: My family and Blue Weimaraner | Most exciting event in your diary for November: Our event at the Taj Hotel in Dubai, hosted by Rosemin Manji | Last book that you read: Shaolin – Bernhard Moestl; an essential read to consciously define your life path | Song on repeat: Florence and the Machine – Delilah | Favourite beach destination: Maldives | Ideal holiday: Anywhere that I can achieve mind, body and soul relaxation, time for reflection and lots of sleep | Favourite place in the world: Bavarian Alps | Favourite travel partner: My husband | Where were you this summer: Monaco, South of France | Favourite fashion brands: Azzedine Alaia, Christian Dior | Favourite British designer: Lucas Hugh Activewear | Heels or flats: Heels | Style icon: Cate Blanchett | Signature style: Chic timelessness and modern elegance | Best denim brand: Frame | Bag of the moment: Céline Tri- Fold Shoulder Bag in Black | Favourite place to shop: The Internet | Trend to covet for A/W16: Harness | Go-to hairdresser: Josh Wood | Blow- dry or au naturel: For every day, au naturel | Best hair treatment: Kerastase | Favourite beauty brand: Rodial | Staple lipstick and shade: ‘Chihuahua’ by Nars | Nail colour for November: Malaga Wine | Best health tip you’ve been given: Eat organic | Favourite at-home beauty solution: Ginseng Extract Tea every morning | Signature scent: Tom Ford Café Rose | Daily beauty regimen: Deep face cleanse with Rodial Skincare | How do you stay in shape: Pilates, yoga, spinning | Favourite supplements: Ginseng Extract, Probiotics, Iron | Any natural remedies that you swear by: Classic homeopathy | Best workout: Sunrise Yoga | At-sea or inland: At-sea.
