My birthday was earlier this week, and I couldn't help but end up feeling a little more generous when it came to treating myself. I'm usually quite a picky shopper and not one for impulse buying, but turning a new age always sparks a different attitude. It feels like permission to lean into the process of spoiling myself a bit.
My favorite gifts to give myself are little luxuries, such as Lié Studio gold hoops and a Chanel compact mirror. These are the smaller everyday items that feel elevated—things that make the ordinary a bit more special. Think a designer lip oil, chic silver dishes, a luxe perfume, and a plush bathrobe.
Some of the best places to search for items like this online are Ssense, Nordstrom, Net-a-Porter, Violet Grey, and, of course, Sephora. I also like checking smaller shops like Tangerine, Bomi, Maimoun, Cap Beauty, and Zitomer.
Below, shop a selection of items on my wish list—from me, to me.
A Chanel compact is the epitome of a little luxury.
My best friend's mom has impeccable taste and burns this candle in her home.
A trench coat for fall.
This Yves Durif hairbrush.
I'm obsessed with silver homeware.
I'd love these trays for serving dinner.
There's nothing better than sitting in bed in a bathrobe after showering.
I've been meaning to get my first bottle from Serge Lutens.
Parachute's down pillows are so good.
Timeless gold jewelry.
I love a Dior lip oil.
MAC's Whirl is a staple.
I've been into the Lustreglass Sheer-Shine Lipstick from MAC.
Mondo Mondo makes jewelry too.
Sabre flatware, please.
This Brown Sugar Lip Butter Balm from Summer Fridays never gets old.
Sweet treats.
Sophie Buhai jewelry is always on my wish list.
I've been looking for a new pair of sunglasses.
A Georg Jensen candleholder.
This luxe lanolin elixir is perfect for putting on before bed as an overnight lip mask.
I like collecting an assortment of cups.
To put fresh flowers in.
I love a memoir.
To make lattes at home.
I'm finally starting a ceramic collection.
I'm looking for the perfect couch blanket.
Balenciaga just launched a perfume line.
I want an assortment of Tekla hand towels with matching bath mats.
I'm thinking of switching from a wallet to a cardholder.
HigherDose makes the best wellness products.
Notes of hinoki, Japanese cedar, and frankincense.