WHAT I WANT FOR MY BIRTHDAY

Zip Hoodie + Sweatpants // Elton John Book // Omnilux Contour Mask // Diamond Tennis Bracelet // Luminous Silk Foundation // Makeup Bag // Sunglasses

In honor of yours truly (I turned 31 today!)- here's a little "what I want for my birthday." I always feel the need to preface these wish lists with a disclaimer that this is a to-me, from-me kind of list. I never ask for anything when it comes to birthdays and holidays and that's also why I only post these on the day-of (hehe), however I do love a little treat myself moment. I think special occasions are a good opportunity to splurge a bit if I can swing it! Most of the items on this list are more splurgy items I've been eyeing for awhile-- some you might recognize from previous "what I want" posts. 

The shopper in me loves discovering new things and it's also fun content to share here with you! If I buy anything, my top pick right now is the Omnilux Contour Mask- I've had it on my wish list for close to two years now. It also seems like a fitting gift for a birthday- a little anti-aging to combat the day, no? I'm also obsessed with these sunglasses- they are so so good. What would be your pick? It's kind of a lost cause trying to pick a favorite item from your own wish list, lol. 

On a sentimental note, I'm grateful for another trip around the sun today. Getting to celebrate and spend time with my family is my favorite gift. I usually feel a little sad on birthdays- this year not as much. It's always a weird feeling "losing" another year of youth, but gaining another year of age and wisdom is a blessing. I also feel a lot more excited and hopeful for the year-maybe that's what happens once you're in your 30s...?? It feels like things are just starting to get good!  

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BEAUTY HAUL + 2024 ULTA/SEPHORA BIRTHDAY GIFTS

In celebration of my birthday, I treated myself to a few new makeup goodies + snagged this year's birthday gifts from Sephora + Ulta. My sissy also gifted me a few things from my wish list so let's do a little birthday haul :) 

To me from me are a new BeautyBlender, the Prima Unwind Bath Gem + one of the new Summer Fridays Lip Oils. I keep seeing rave reviews about them so I'm very excited to try! I love their Butter Lip Balm and that everything is formulated with clean, non-toxic ingredients. I picked the shade "Pink Cloud." The Prima Bath Gem was a bit of an impulse buy but ya'll know how much I love to soak! The brand offers several different bath soaks, I chose the Unwind soak which has epsom salt and CBD to calm and relax. 

From my sister: The Hand Cream by Nécessaire and the Natasha Denona My Mini Dream Glow Blush. I've had my eye on both of these and can't wait to use them-- thanks sissy! I loved the original Nécessaire hand cream so I can't wait to try out the new version-- my hands also need it, they've been so dry this winter.

For my birthday freebies, I chose the Kopari Ultra Restore Body Butter from Ulta and the Charlotte Tilbury Birthday Trio at Sephora. This set comes with a mini lipstick, Airbrush Flawless Spray + Magic Cream sample. Every year I have a hard time choosing which one to pick from Sephora because all of the choices are good. Ulta did this year too! Normally it's a different one each month so what you get usually depends on when your birthday is. This year they had 4-5 different options you could actually choose from and I liked the Kopari! 

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WHAT I WANT FOR MY 30TH BIRTHDAY

VEJA Sneakers // Leather Belt // Alastin Skincare Sunscreen // Mind Your Business Planner // Jeans // Weighted Sleep Mask // Alastin Skincare Moisturizer // Gucci Jackie Bag // Alastin Skincare Cleanser

In honor of my birthday (surprise- it's today!), I'd thought I'd share a few items I currently have my eye on. Each year I go through the same motions and emotions on how bittersweet birthdays always feel to me, yada yada. I will spare you with the sob story this year, lol. Now that I've entered a new decade (which TBH still makes me want to run for the hills), I'm trying my best to embrace a new milestone and season of life. Instead of looking back and wishing for time to slow down, I'm looking forward to new growth and opportunities. It's also about time for me to enter into my bad b*tch era, ya'll. It's also time for a little birthday treat to me, from me. Right now these are the top things on my wish list-- which one screams fine and forever twenty-nine? LMK! 

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BIRTHDAY WEEK THOUGHTS: TURNING 29

Birthday cookies from my sissy 👭

My birthday week is officially coming to a close. To say I started twenty-nine off with a bang would definitely be an understatement. Not gonna lie-- in many ways I'm glad it's over. Lol. Ya'll know the birthdays are bittersweet for me-- I still hate the aging part but who doesn't love being celebrated? Lucky me also picked up a super fun, fever-clad bug over the weekend that rained all over the birthday parade. On one hand, it definitely gave me a little bit more appreciation for my birthday this year. I would have much rather spent my time out with family instead of dying at home in my bed. Isn't it a shame that the one time you get to stay in bed all day is ruined by feeling like crap? Definitely a missed line opportunity for Alanis in "Ironic!” 

Now that I'm on the mend and almost back to feeling normal, I've been reflecting on the week and what it means adding another year under my belt. I know it's only been a few days but I always like to reflect... I think we grow up with this idea of gaining wisdom as you get older. I'm starting to realize that instead, the older I become the less I feel I know or am sure about. Maybe there's a certain age that marks a turning point on that. If so, I hope it's older than 29? Or maybe the real wisdom is the part where you realize you don't know. When you're young, you just assume you'll figure it all out when you really have no f*cking clue. Life is so fun! 

I'm at an interesting crossroads where I'm urging for change and growth. I can feel it up ahead, like I'm reaching for it but it's outside of my grasp. I can see it way way in the distance. I also feel a little trepidation. It's like a game of hot hands. There's an excitement as you sit there waiting, hands jittering. It's mixed with that fearful anticipation of getting smacked and losing. But it's also fun? You know you need to keep walking but your feet aren't sure which path to take. Very philosophical stuff here, you guys.  

On a real note, it must be a growing pain or a quarter-life crisis. I think my goal for 29 is to just keep pushing forward towards the growth and change, even when it feels uncomfortable or scary. Everyone tells you to do that-- "get comfortable in the uncomfortable," but it doesn't make it any less easy. 

As always, I'll let you know when I get to the other side! 

What are you up to this weekend? 

WHAT I WANT FOR MY BIRTHDAY

Planner // Moon Juice SuperYou Supplement // Diamond Hoops // Prada Fragrance // Aquarius Tee // Pillow Spray // On Cloud Sneakers // NodPod // Prada Wallet

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WHAT I WANT FOR MY BIRTHDAY

Marc Jacobs Wallet // Faux Fur Moto Jacket // Oversized Sweater // Zodiac Pendant // hair(silk) peptides // holi(locks) hair serum

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