Leya Kaufman

New York

Chief Revenue Officer and Contributing Editor at Hotels Above Par

Executive Director at Business Insider

Brand Partnerships at Coveteur. Founder of kaufMOM: A new humorous take on pregnancy & motherhood.

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Department is the New Gem in Green Hills

Jan 14, 2025 | hotelsabovepar.com | Leya Kaufman

This past September, Nashville welcomed a new gem. On Brandywood, The Courtyard in Green Hills is an alcove of unique boutiques, little luxuries, and worldly charm. TheDepartmentboutique is the latest addition to the square, featuring fine jewelry, fragrance, and exceptional finds curated by Camille Seven. This new #AbovePar shop of eye-candy and timeless heirlooms includes a carefully-curated selection of indie fine jewelry collections, artisanal perfumes and candles, and unique decor.
Where to Shop in Paris from the Saint-Germain-des-Prés to the Triangle d'Or: Yvonne Léon

Jan 8, 2025 | hotelsabovepar.com | Leya Kaufman

Yvonne Léon breaks all of the rules. Like everything we love about Paris, her designs feature exquisite detailing and edgy elegance. From sophisticated signet rings to whimsical textures, her collections prove it's possible to make a statement with fine jewelry alone. Yvonne's first boutique opened in February 2017 in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés quarter, in the heart of Paris's 6th arrondissement.
Shop Above Par and Sustainably in Victoria, British Columbia, at House of Savoy

Dec 20, 2024 | hotelsabovepar.com | Leya Kaufman

Founded in 1978, House of Savoy, located at 1869 Oak Bay Avenue, is a sustainably minded consignment boutique that champions community and circular fashion. While it's Victoria's oldest consignment store, it houses modern and cutting-edge finds, bringing new life into gently worn ready-to-wear and accessories for life's most important moments-formalwear, vintage bridal gowns, veils, tuxedos, and cummerbunds.
This is the Best Suitcase of the Year

Dec 16, 2024 | hotelsabovepar.com | Leya Kaufman

It's not a status suitcase-it's a statement one. Floyd's unmistakable skateboard-style red wheels and orange-lining exude self-confidence. There's a contagious positive energy that they bring to even the most mundane airports. Bernd Georgi and Horst Kern founded Floyd together in 2019 to bring pleasure back to traveling. Now, the brand brings the spirit of 1970s Southern California skater culture to globetrotters and jetsetters worldwide. "They're for people who dare to use colorful pieces.
Beauty Is a Love Language in Carina Hardy's Balinese Studio

Dec 12, 2024 | hotelsabovepar.com | Leya Kaufman

Hotels Above Par may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if products are purchased through our links, at no cost to you. In Carina Hardy's designs, love, beauty, femininity, and form connect. Her designs are infused with Balinese heritage and nature, capturing the duality of life in Bali. Here, eroticism redefines boundaries in both public customs and private life. Organic, intimate shapes bridge the natural world with the material ones.
10 Boutique Brands That Are Serving Up Chic Travel Looks for 2025

Dec 4, 2024 | hotelsabovepar.com | Leya Kaufman

Hotels Above Par may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if products are purchased through our links, at no cost to you. Our editors are always inspired by the boutique, unique, and indie brands setting the standard for style and innovation. Whether it's made-to-order, one-of-a-kind, nodding back to the '80s, or crafted around comfort, we're calling it now-these are the brands of the moment.
Everything On Our Style Editors' Holiday Wish List

Nov 21, 2024 | hotelsabovepar.com | Leya Kaufman

My name is Leya Kaufman and I'm a shopaholic. No, really. My AOL screen name was "leyashops" long before I worked in the fashion industry, and now my travels with Hotels Above Par take me to new heights and zip codes...to shop. From local designers to indie boutiques and shiny souvenirs, I'll always have my eye on what's new and next. So, this holiday season, I'm coveting chic carryons and powerful pieces that will make me feel like me and leave room for what's to come, whether I'm home or away.
Must-Haves for a Trip to Montreal

Nov 20, 2024 | hotelsabovepar.com | Leya Kaufman

Montreal is the destination of the moment. So, whether you won our November giveaway or not, you should still book an #abovepar visit. After all, there's nothing better than staying at Hotel Gault, eating at L'Express, drinking at Buvette chez Simone, and shopping at La Canadienne. When packing for Montreal in the winter, it's best to prepare for frigid temperatures but warm personalities.
Lizzie Mandler's New Liquid Gold Collection

Nov 19, 2024 | hotelsabovepar.com | Leya Kaufman

For Lizzie Mandler, travel isn't just a pastime-it's a source of inspiration. The fine jewelry designer has traveled from Florence to Puglia, Ojai, Tokyo, Mexico City, Paris and beyond. Back at home, her exceptional collections are handmade in Los Angeles in 18-karat gold. Most of Lizzie Mandler's pieces incorporate a signature knife-edge detail but the collections also cover all of the classics, from studs to bridal to men's and more.
This Giving Tuesday, Upgrade Your Airport Look in Streetwear with a Soul

Nov 13, 2024 | hotelsabovepar.com | Leya Kaufman

Imagine this: you're walking through the airport after your holiday vacation in an oversized crewneck, dad hat, and leggings. You have the air of Kith but the empathy of a social worker. You look cool but more importantly, you're socially conscious-and it's all because you're wearing the hottest streetwear with a soul. Enter: This accessible streetwear brand merges charity with style, provides real impact to local communities, and looks great on everyone.