Tanika Rottura Is Someone We Really Like
Photo Courtesy of Tanika Rottura
by The Candidly Team
Tanika Rottura is an interior stylist, cheffy homecook, colorful clothing enthusiast, and native New Yorker.
Her instagram feed is filled with covetable photos of whimsical outfits and eclectic interiors and, importantly, photos of her very cute dog. Plus, she knows how to put together a seriously fun tablescape.
We like Tanika.
And we wanted to get to know her. So we asked her all about her favorite outfits, her thoughts on essential oils, and how she navigates conflict in the workplace.
The Candidly Questionnaire
1. What’s something you really like about yourself?
I’m usually in a happy mood.
2. What is your biggest challenge?
Pacing myself with home projects.
3. What kitchen or house tool do you use daily that’s changed your life?
My Staub cast iron pan.
4. When do you feel most confident?
When I get dressed in the morning and take on the day.
5. Are essential oils anything?
Yes! I use them to unwind, and I love the Grapefruit scent from the Muji Store.
6. How do you create boundaries?
It’s important to know your worth and not let anyone take that from you. So speaking up is key to success.
7. How do you dampen self-critical thoughts when they get too loud?
I try to reflect on the positive things I’ve done, which helps.
8. Describe the most “you” outfit of all time.
Recently, I wore a colorful Marimekko print top and vintage shades, which says everything you need to know about my style.
9. What meal can you make the hell out of?
My Mac and Cheese is killer.
10. What book has made the biggest impact on your life?
Lessons For Life’s Little Detours, by Regina Brett.
11. Apart from family, what woman do you deeply admire?
Nina Simone.
12. Which Insta account is creating the greatest content and why?
@tezza and her husband are creative geniuses.
13. What quote or phrase has really stayed with you?
Life is too short for the pity party, so get to living.
14. What’s your most effective form of therapy?
Exercise and meditation.
15. What’s your approach to mending conflict with people you work with?
Reasoning with people always works because there are two sides to every story.
16. How do you feel about cilantro?
I love it.
17. Describe your actual bedtime routine.
I love listening to soft sounds. And I must have good bedding to sleep well.
18. What’s the best thing you’ve ever read on the internet?
The Central Park 5 case.
19. What’s your relationship with bangs?
I love them but don’t wear them enough; I guess I like seeing my forehead.
What is your single favorite:
Wellness product that *actually* works: The Maca Team is working miracles.
Lip balm: Raw Sugar Living.
Jeans brand: Citizens of Humanity.
Mascara: Chanel or Christian Dior.
Robe: H&M Home.
Last-minute gift: Chocolate.
Bra: Prima Donna.
Shampoo: OrganiGrow Hair Co.
Comfortable shoes: Toms.
Splurge skincare: Aesop.
Drugstore skincare: Cetaphil.
Everyday bag: Any tote bag.
Guilty pleasure TV show: Any reality TV show.
Drink: Lemon water.
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