I am on the ball this month and getting my February favorites out on time! I'm glad March has ended because my favorites list was getting long! This is one you are going to have to scroll, scroll, scroll! I found many favorites from this past month and am excited to share them with you all.
I round up my favorite things each month for a monthly favorites list. At the end of the year, I pull from each monthly list and create a yearly favorites list. Here is my 2024 favorites list. It's my way of keeping track of the very best things. The lists work because when I look back on the past few years, most things on each list are still my favorites. My only rule is that I don't repeat items from month to month or year to year, so there is no overlap.
Red Light Mask// I will eventually do a full review of this red light mask since I have officially passed the 30-day mark, the threshold for when you are supposed to see results. I saw results after about two-ish weeks. My skin looks brighter/clearer, and my pores are less noticeable. In the long run, it's supposed to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. I have not noticed a big difference in that department, but hoping that will come with more use. I am going to lend it to my mom to try out for a month to see what it does for her skin for further 'research.' I was gifted this product with no strings attached. If I didn't like it, I would never share it. It is pricey, so the results have to be 'worth' the price tag, and I'm here to tell you that they are. I think this has done a similar job as something like a chemical peel, which is a few hundred dollars a pop, but this does not come with the downtime nor the slight burning/hot sensation that a chemical peel has. Different mechanisms and similar results- that's how I would justify the red light device price tag. My code SUMMERWIND gets you 10% off. I actually thought these masks seemed gimmicky when I first learned about them and saw influencers posting about them. But if you actually look into the science behind red light, it's not a gimmick; it's something that has been studied for many years. However, you have to be careful about what you buy because there are some gimmicky brands out there. The red lights have specific wavelengths that are effective. Because there is so much science behind this, it's important to only get a very legitimate brand that shares all of the details of their mask. Unfortunately, the 'legitimate' ones are pricier. I've also been putting it on my knees. This is not what you are supposed to do, so don't take my advice. But, if you read about red light, one of the benefits is that it can reduce pain and inflammation. I have bad knees due to a cheerleading injury in high school. I have fluid under my kneecaps. My knees can often get really swollen and uncomfortable. I can do things like get steroid shots and have them drained, which might be something I do down the road, but I can live with it for now. It's not debilitating, though sometimes I get self-conscious about the look of my swollen knees! Anyway, I haven't noticed any crazy improvement in my knees, but that's not what this mask is for. I figure why not try it out on my knees- it can't hurt! I will say it would be hard to tell with my knees. My activity level and a change in weather- that kind of thing makes it too variable to be able to do a proper before and after, so take all of this with a grain of salt. Again, don't do as I say- follow the directions! I love my red light mask; it's easy to use, and I've been so pleased with the results!
Bluetooth Speaker// My dad has been a Bose fan for my entire life. Growing up, we had the computer speakers, the clock CD player, and most memorable is my dad's mini soundlink. He's had his current one for over 10 years and it still sounds great. He brings the mini speaker everywhere. It's like one of his 'things', and I love it. Even growing up, he would bring it to hotels, tailgates, etc. Bose sent me this one, and it's INCREDIBLE. I brought it over to my parent's house one evening to show them because I know how big of a fan he is (spoiler alert, I am getting him one for Father's Day,) and he loved it. He said, 'It sounds like you are sitting front row at a concert. We have Alexa devices around our house, which I typically play music on. The sound on the Bose is night and day compared to the echo devices. It's so crisp and clear, and when you turn it UP, the way it immerses you is crazy, considering its size. Anyway, I could not recommend this more, and it would make the BEST gift for someone who loves music and is often on the go. There are a few different sizes of travel speakers. The one I have is heavy but still portable. There are lighter-weight, smaller options, too, depending on your preference. I want to try their earbuds- they don't actually go into your ears, which is a selling point for me!
Hand Soap// So many brands out there are making fancy hand soap these days. I can only assume the profit margins on this kind of thing are huge, and the desire is higher than ever post-pandemic. But, if there is one brand making their case, it's Baobab. Not only does this hand soap smell insanely good with notes of sea salt, maritime pine, and cypress, but the ingredients are skincare level. The glass is handblown, and the design is custom to the brand and differs from each city (scent). This is also a very large hand soap bottle, much larger than most hand soap bottles I've ever purchased. To give you an idea, a standard softsoap bottle is 7.5oz, and this is nearly 12oz. Anyway, no one needs fancy hand soap. Is it nice to have? Wonderful. It also makes a beautiful gift. I also have so many other hand soap recs, so I'll share more. There are lots of good ones at different price points.
Silver Cable Bracelet// I randomly treated myself to this bracelet (as an early birthday gift) after I had been eyeing it for a while. I popped into the boutique when I was visiting my sister in Charlotte. I love the 'sculpted cable' line, and there are quite a few different iterations of this bracelet available. I tried on all of the different widths and styles. My mom, sister, and I all agreed that this was the prettiest on my wrist. It's the 7mm version, and I got the size medium, which fits a 6-6.5" wrist.
Sandals// I hate that I love these. Each year, I order a pair of comfort sandals from a brand and end up returning them because they are not 'me.' I understand why they are so popular, though, because they are so incredibly comfortable. I got these, and the reason I love them is because they blend in with my feet. They don't stand out. In the past, I was ordering the 'cutest' options with big metallic buckles, different textures and fabrics, and colors. I love how these do not have metallic buckles. These are just very simple. While I still don't know that they are 'me,' the comfort is just too good; therefore, these are a win for me. They are suede, so I sprayed them with this shoe spray that I spray most of my shoes with. I can now literally step in puddles, and my shoes will be unaffected!
Contour + Blush Duo// I've long been a fan of this makeup brand. I originally heard about it because I was at a wedding and admiring a girlfriend's makeup years ago. She said she was using this blush and contour duo, so I ordered it right then and there. This is their newer duo that has a touch of sheen to it. I don't want to say shimmer because shimmer is a bit of a turnoff. This is just glowy, natural, and beautiful. I got the 'starlit' duo. They are so easy to blend either with a brush or your finger. I personally use this brush to blend and love it. I have Merit makeup, too, and between this and Merit, I prefer this! Compared to Merit, this lasts longer on my face, but they have a similar look and somewhat similar feel.
Hair Mask// I just finished this hair mask. It smells wonderful, is super hydrating, and makes my hair shiny and soft. It has a different texture from other hair masks I have used. It is very thick and almost chunky, which sounds weird, but it works somehow!
Lip Liner// This is the BEST LIPLINER EVER. The color Beverly Hills is the *exact* color of my lips, so when I line my lips, it accentuates the outline without looking like I have anything on. It is the definition of 'no makeup makeup.' It also glides beautifully. I don't desire my lips to look any larger/fuller, but this just adds a touch of natural 'something' to my lips that I love. It's incredible!
Cream Handbag// This is the spitting image of the Loro Piana Bale bag, but instead of $3k, it's $338 (use code FVSYDNEY15 to get that price). It's beautifully made, and the creamy leather is warm without skewing yellow. It has a removable crossbody strap, too, but I have enjoyed it without the strap thus far.
Jelly Sandals// I was sent these and was skeptical of them. I liked the concept but wasn't sure how they would look on my feet. Well, I got them in and am not their biggest fan!! They are a rubbery material but not like the stiff jelly sandals we all wore in the '90s; these are soft and almost bouncy. They look so cute and will be the perfect beach/pool/lake sandals this summer.
White Dress// This is the most classic little shift dress with sleeves. The white is entirely opaque, and the material is like a thick, stretchy jersey but looks like a structured crepe. It's 1960s perfection. The length is great and would be appropriate in a corporate setting (depending on height—I'm 5'6"). It also comes in navy blue. Since it was white, I sized up to a size 6 and am glad I did. It fits very comfortably.
Striped Sweatshirt// I have been wearing this sweatshirt on repeat. I love the navy and white stripes. It's cropped without being a 'belly' sweatshirt. It looks great with leggings, shorts, and skorts. It has a nice crewneck- not too loose. The fabric is scuba-ish but very lightweight, so it will work well in the warmer months. This also comes in red, but I would love to see it in black or solid navy!
Personalized Hairbrush // The BB team surprised me with this in the mail, and I love it. It feels nostalgic to me because it looks like something my mom would have put in our Easter basket when we were kids, straight from the Lillian Vernon catalog. Do you need a personalized mini brush? No, but it's fun! It's a cute idea to keep in the back of your mind for the holiday season, too.
Embroidered Quilted Jacket// This jacket is stunning and the type of piece people will stop and ask about. It's classic and sophisticated but also easy and casual. I could not love this special piece more.
Sneakers// These sneakers are beyond comfortable and a great neutral fashion sneaker. They are something you could wear walking 10k+ steps in on a sightseeing trip, and they match with pretty much everything. Someone asked me how they differ from my New Balance 327's. They have a different shape, but besides that, the New Balance 327's I have are a 'cool tone' colorway. These are warm tones, so they pair better with different things. These are a touch more comfortable than the NB's but a little heavier than the NB's (not a negative, just an observation).
Denim Dress// This is the cutest little denim dress. You can read my full blog post about it and how I styled it here.
2025 Monthly Favorites:
- January
- February
Are you following me on the LikeToKnowIt app?! You can shop all of my outfits, favorite finds, and more in the app. I am constantly updating it with the latest! You can also access all of my posts, here, if you don't use LTK! You can also find me on ShopMy, another shopping platform!
This content may contain affiliate links; when you click the link and make a purchase, I may receive a commission (at no cost to you).
