BAINA Bathe
Volume 26.
Simon Schmidt

Our series of BAINA BATHE explores the personal connection to one's daily bathing rituals. Seeking the moments where we allow ourselves to go a little deeper, indulge in time with self, and disconnect from the world beyond the bathroom door.

German-born, London-based photographer and art director, Simon Schmidt, brings a unique perspective to his craft, one that's deeply rooted in the concept of movement. Drawing from his background as a dancer, Simon places the human form at the centre of his creative storytelling, exploring the intricate relationship between people and objects.

In this volume of BAINA Bathe, Simon shares how bathing is a way for him to disconnect from the world and reconnect with himself, how seasonal changes shift routines, and how the traditional practice enhances his mental and physical wellbeing.

"Recently, I have found a lot of pleasure in any activities that really disconnect you from the digital world, screens, and the internet. Bathing holds such a beautiful, almost traditional practice to it, focusing on reconnecting to your own body; taking care of yourself without any external influences.

My bathing ritual depends on the week and also on the seasons. In the winter, I really enjoy hot showers and baths in the morning or in the middle of the day to wake up the body. In the summer, I love to shower before going to bed to feel fresh, crisp, and cooled down. I would say I am trying to shift the ritual aspect around what my mind and body needs."

ABOVE: Simon bathes with the San Luis Hand Towel, and the Busby Pool Towel in Fuyu & Chalk.

"I cannot step into the shower or slide into a bath without music; I am totally and absolutely obsessed. It's the one thing I need to have to make the experience a relaxing one. Also, I am trying to take more time post-bathing to take a few minutes without rushing onto the next thing, a bit of a meditation break, so to speak."

"The basic human need to disconnect from the outer world and connect to your inner world is what pulls me towards my bathing ritual."

- Simon Schmidt

"I love going swimming in the lakes in Sweden during the summer and ideally ending it with a sauna session, constantly jumping back into a cold lake. You come out feeling the most refreshed after, and I absolutely love that feeling."

My Bathing ritual feels like: a nice body scrub—cleansing. Smells like: a fresh summer morning in the forest. Tastes like: cucumber and lemon. Sounds like: "The Word Hurricane" by Air. Looks like: everything you had hoped it to be.

SIMON'S BAINA BATHE PLAYLIST

01. THE WORD HURRICANE - Air
02. FAITHFUL PILLOW - The Pale Foundations
03. IMPRINT - Felt
04. SENSUAL HEALING - John Beltran
05. TRUE - Spandau Ballet
06. TROPIQ - I:Cube
07. IS IT A CRIME - Sade
08. I THINK OF YOU - Little Annie

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Simons bathing edit

SAN LUIS Hand Towel | Fuyu and Chalk | 100% Organic Cotton hand towel by BAINASAN LUIS Hand Towel pair | Fuyu and Chalk | 100% Organic Cotton hand towels by BAINA
SAN LUIS HAND TOWEL
Fuyu & Chalk
A$49 AUD
FRANKLIN Bath Towel | Fuyu and Chalk | 100% Organic Cotton bath towel by BAINAFRANKLIN Bath Towel pack | Fuyu and Chalk | 100% Organic Cotton bath towels by BAINA
FRANKLIN BATH TOWEL
Fuyu & Chalk
A$90 AUD
BUSBY Pool Towel | Fuyu and Chalk | 100% Organic Cotton pool towel by BAINABUSBY Pool Towel pack | Fuyu and Chalk | 100% Organic Cotton pool towel by BAINA
BUSBY POOL TOWEL
Fuyu & Chalk
A$130 AUD
CLASSIC BATHING SET 24 | Fuyu and Chalk | 100% GOTS certified Organic Cotton towel set by BAINA
CLASSIC BATHING SET 24
Fuyu & Chalk
A$489 AUD
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