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In Colombe Campana's makeup bag

Colombe Campana cultivates an instinctive elegance, where beauty and creativity are closely linked. A fashion designer for over twenty years and founder of the ultra-desirable brand Call It By Your Name, she has turned the bandana into a true style statement. Her world seems to be guided by an eye for detail, a love of "handmade" and an idea of simple, controlled beauty: one that does not transform, but reveals. Meet this inspiring Parisian...

Tell us all about yourself

“My name is Colombe Campana, I am 44 years old and I was born in Paris. I am a mother of three children and the founder of Call It By Your Name. I have been working in fashion for over twenty years, mainly in artistic direction and collection design for various fashion houses, from Claudie Pierlot to Sonia Rykiel, including the H&M group and And Other Stories. I was also the artistic director at Tara Jarmon. In 2020, I created Call It By Your Name: an accessories brand based around the American bandana, which we embroider by hand and personalize for certain models. Since then, the brand has expanded into ready-to-wear and silk, and is set to expand into leather for summer 2026.

Photo credit: Adeline Mai for Vogue

The story behind Call It By Your Name is pretty incredible... Can you tell us more about it?

"I had been hand-embroidering bandanas for my children in my spare time... And little by little, I started getting lots of requests from my friends, especially during the first lockdown. I started sending them my creations all over France, and then they posted our bandanas on Instagram. Very quickly, there was a crazy amount of demand. I think everyone was on their phones at that time, and it really snowballed."

What excites you most about your job?

“What fascinates me above all else is creation. Searching for new forms, imagining original designs... This process of constant research is what drives me the most. I like the objects/accessories I create to be both practical and beautiful, original and colorful. I have a lot of fun with Call It By Your Name: working with accessories is quite new to me, but it fits perfectly with my personal style, which is very classic and timeless in clothing, and much more daring in accessories. I like the idea that our pieces enrich and enliven a simple and sustainable wardrobe.

I am passionate about local crafts, and that is the first thing I look for when I travel to a new country or city. The bandana is one such item: it was created in India but arrived in the United States almost a century ago, and has been around for decades, still made by hand. I also really like this accessory because it's timeless, classic, and above all, transgenerational: it looks just as good on a child as it does on an older person! It's also something that gets passed down from mother to daughter."

What's your vision of beauty?

“My vision of beauty is very simple and very effective. I am both a perfectionist and impatient, and my routine must absolutely reflect these two aspects of my personality. I like clean products with impeccable formulas that blend into the skin without ever masking it. For me, makeup should only enhance, never mask. I use very little: concealer, blush, or mascara during the day, and sometimes light eye makeup in the evening. Everything must be easy, quick, and intuitive—but with flawless textures and results. That's the kind of beauty that speaks to me: discreet, controlled beauty that enhances rather than transforms."

What role does it play in your work?

“Beauty plays an absolutely central role in my work, but also in my life in general. I seek it out and find it everywhere: in colors, shapes, materials, in things that are well made and in craftsmanship, which particularly appeals to me. In my daily professional life, beauty manifests itself at every stage: in my research, in my dialogue with designers, in my reflections on collections, but also in communication. It is a constant theme. And this quest goes far beyond my work: it is present in my home, in my apartment, but also in the kitchen. I love to cook, explore foods and spices, and seek out the beauty that gives a new perspective on the simplest things."

What are your makeup bag essentials?

“My must-haves are mostly from the ILIA brand, which I discovered a few years ago. The Skin Rewind Foundation Stick is one of my favorite products. I don't use it every day, but I love it. On the other hand, the Multi Stick is part of my daily routine: I've been using the At Last shade for two or three years, and I think it's an exceptional product. It lasts a long time, blends perfectly into the skin, and gives an incredible glow. The Limitless Mascara is incredible and has a brush that lengthens lashes dramatically. I also use many products from the Oh My Cream Skincare range, including the Tinted Lip Balms, and for the eyes, theChocolate Eye Shadow Stick in chocolate shade, which I discovered recently. And I must admit that since I saw Juliette's video with Charly Salvatore, I've been dreaming of recreating that exact makeup look for a night out or the holidays. I'm obsessed with this look. For twenty-five years, I've been loyal to my Clinique concealer. And for the past three years, I've been using Lip Balm from L:a Bruket every day—for myself, but also for my children . And ultimately, that's what my makeup bag boils down to: few products, but products that I love deeply and never tire of."

Does your job influence the way you apply your makeup?

“Not really. I have a consistent approach to applying makeup, and I never try to match it to my outfits, bags, or style of the day. My routine stays the same, whether I'm at the office, at a meeting, or at a professional event. There's no distinction between "work" makeup and "everyday" makeup: I stick to something simple, discreet, and effective."

Which part of your face do you apply makeup to the most?

“The area I apply makeup to the most is my cheeks. I always add a little colour there colour brighten up my complexion. And I blend my concealer a lot: under the eyes, on the sides of the nose, and a little under the chin, to even out the skin tone and add light. These are really the areas I work on the most every day.”

What steps or products do you prefer to use to reveal your natural glow, even without makeup?

“There are several things I love to do. The first is massaging my face with oil: it stimulates circulation, instantly revives radiance, and gives me an instant healthy glow. I also use Boum Boum Milk by Violette_FR, which I think is amazing. It's the perfect product when I have an evening event and just need to refresh my makeup: it gently rehydrates the skin, allows me to touch up my complexion with small strokes, and gives a very natural glow. And then I love cleansing my face with Renaissance Cleansing Gel. I love its texture, its scent, and above all the peachy complexion it leaves immediately after use. It's a product that really changes the quality of your skin."

What's the one simple thing you do to feel good about yourself, even on "off" days?

“My simple ritual is to stay well hydrated. On days when you're tired, haven't slept well, or aren't feeling your best, cleansing followed by a facial massage makes all the difference. I recently discovered the Firn range and their Multi-Correcting Regenerating Cream has become an essential. I have fairly dry skin, and it provides deep hydration without being greasy. It allows for a really effective massage and leaves the skin looking beautiful, supple, and radiant."

In your opinion, how can a beauty routine reflect our personality?

“For me, my beauty routine reflects exactly how I dress: it's simple, consistent, and fairly unchanging. I use few products, just as I wear few clothes, and I don't really follow trends. Once I find a product that suits me, I stay loyal to it for a very long time. It's almost like a marriage between a person and the products or clothes they choose: something that lasts. I also think it's the best way to let someone's personality shine through. Makeup isn't there to hide or transform; on the contrary, it reveals. It lays bare what is most true, most beautiful, and most authentic in a person."

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