Her TV alter ego Thony De La Rosa on Fox’s “The Cleaning Lady” is used to mopping up messes (of the criminal variety). But at home, actress Élodie Yung admits to Alexa, “I’m a tornado, nothing is ever organized!”
You couldn’t tell that from her red-carpet snaps, where she shines in the likes of Christian Dior and Armani Privé. Her closet is also overrun with heels she never wears. “I’m in trainers most of the time,” explains Yung, 43. “But I can’t stop buying heels.”
The French-born, London-trained actress with Cambodian roots has traveled the world and lived and worked in some of the biggest fashion hubs in the world (including New York City, while starring as Marvel assassin Elektra on Netflix’s “Daredevil” and “The Defenders”). “I love the eclecticism in London,” she says. “There’s something so cool about it, but you can’t beat the effortlessness of the Parisian women.”
Here, the actress shares the go-to items that help define her signature style.
FAVORITE SPRING DRESS: Choux Dress, $890 at La DoubleJ
“I love the prints of La DoubleJ. They’re so unique and colorful.”
FAVORITE SUNGLASSES: “Warren Bio-Based” sunglasses, $160 at Ray-Ban
“I always have a pair of Ray-Ban on me; they’re timeless and go with anything.”
FAVORITE SUNSCREEN: Anthelios UV Correct Face Sunscreen SPF 70 with Niacinamide, $37 at La Roche-Posay
“It’s SPF 70, which is important — and it gives your skin a nice glow.”
FAVORITE LIP BALM: Organic Nipple Butter, $9 at Earth Mama
“I have 20 red lipsticks I barely wear. I wear this instead!”
FAVORITE BATH SOAP: Eucalyptus Aloe Vera soap, $8 at Bee Nice Beauty
“While filming in New Mexico, I discovered Bee Nice Beauty. They source organic ingredients and are the kindest people. I love their aloe vera soaps.”
FAVORITE MAKEUP: Fluid Sheer Glow Enhancer, $42 at Giorgio Armani Beauty
“I use this orangey liquid blush by Armani. It makes you look plump and fresh in one second.”
FAVORITE EYE-DEFINER: Eyes to Kill Classico mascara, $35 at Giorgio Armani Beauty
“This mascara opens my eyes like no other.”
FAVORITE PERSONAL FRAGRANCE: “A La Nuit” eau de parfum (75 ml), $305 at Serge Lutens
“I’ve been wearing this perfume [of orange, cloves and nutmeg] for decades now.”
FAVORITE HOME FRAGRANCE: Aqua Di Parma “Buongiorno” diffuser, $125 at Saks Fifth Avenue
“The citrus scent makes you feel spring has arrived.”
FAVORITE KITCHEN ACCESSORY: “Prairie Sky” butter crock, $49.50 at Modern Prairie
“I recently discovered the home collection at Modern Prairie, and I fell in love with this butter holder!”
FAVORITE TIMEPIECE: Reverso Tribute watch in stainless steel, $10,600 at Jaeger-LeCoultre
“I rarely wear a watch, but when I do, I like my Jaeger-LeCoultre. It’s discreet and chic.”
FAVORITE PODCAST: “Affaires Sensibles,” free at Apple Podcasts
“I love to fall asleep to this French podcast. The stories are usually about important moments in history or a sensational piece of journalism, and the narrator’s voice is so comforting.”
FAVORITE ALBUM: “Damn” by Kendrick Lamar, $35 at Target
“I listen to music when I work: It keeps me focused and gives me energy. I usually start my day in the trailer listening to some rap music.”
FAVORITE OVERNIGHT BAG: The Everywhere Zip Backpack, $195 at Away
“My blue backpack encourages me to be a minimalist!”
