Christmas is around the corner, and that means your entire extended family will be asking about your Christmas List. Well, I have compiled some of my favorite items I already own, which means they’ve been tested, well-loved, and approved.
Kayali vanilla perfume ($138)
If you are a fan of vanilla, gourmand, or rich scents, Kayali’s Vanilla is the perfect perfume for you. It lasts all day and mixes a sweet vanilla scent with rich undertones. And as an added benefit, it layers well with almost any vanilla body spray.
Adidas Gazelles ($120)
The Adidas Sambas were the shoe of the year in 2024. But if you are like me and do not want your footwear to resemble a bowling shoe, the Gazelles are the way to go. I wear my Gazelles at least three times a week. They can be dressed up or down and are very comfortable for walking around campus. And if you are looking for something a little more exciting than black or white, there are many colorways to choose from.
tarte tubing mascara ($28)
For the longest time, I was a drugstore mascara warrior, but a few months ago, I tried Tarte’s tubing mascara, and it’s been impossible to turn back. This mascara gives my lashes length and fullness without looking clumpy. One coat is all you need to have both your top and bottom lashes looking better than ever. Not only that, the tubing effect of the mascara ensures you never need to rub your eyes raw with micellar water again.
Wavytalk 5 in 1 iron set ($59.99)
This curling iron set comes with five different wand attachments for all your curling and straightening needs. My personal favorite is the heated round brush attachment. In just ten minutes, I can get the perfect blowout, meaning I do not have to get up extra early for class to do my hair.
Sony noise cancelling Headphones ($199.99)
For the longest time, I was an AirPod truther; they’re convenient and have no problems playing my music. But eventually I noticed that the sound quality and noise-cancelling abilities weren’t all that, not to mention they hurt my ears. If you are also having these issues, Sony’s noise-cancelling headphones are the perfect item to add to your wish list. All of the aforementioned issues were quickly resolved, and it has a nice, sleek design and many personalized settings.
Burga Laptop Case ($49.95)
If you want to protect your laptop or simply stand out during your lecture, decorate your laptop safe with a Burga laptop case. There are several different colors and patterns, so there is an option for everyone. This laptop case is a great way to bring your personality into your school work.
Bright Young Women By Jessica Knoll ($10.12)
For all the readers and non-readers, Bright Young Women is the one book I recommend to everyone, especially women in college. The book follows the lives of women who were affected by a serial killer and spells out a cautionary tale about women’s lives and men’s influence in the world. This book is fast-paced and explores complex relationship dynamics.