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 to create an annual favorites list. In 2025, I broke down my list into three parts: Beauty, Fashion, and Home and Misc. It's my way of keeping track of the very best things. The lists work because, looking back over the past few years, most of the items 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.
Obagi Serum// I've never met an Obagi product I didn't like. A lot of serums on the market rely heavily on acids, retinol, or peptides alone, but this feels different because it’s incredibly hydrating and barrier-supportive while still giving visible anti-aging benefits. I've made the mistake of using products that are too harsh and don't provide the hydration my skin so badly needs! So while this has a mix of proprietary anti-aging ingredients, it also includes hyaluronic acid to keep my skin plump and never dry out. I also love that it layers well with other skincare products. It drives me nuts when products pill or feel overly sticky. Once this sinks in (quickly), it just feels like my skin but hydrated.
Exfoliating Peel Pads// Similar to the Obagi serum, these are chemical exfoliant pads, but they are coupled with hydrating and barrier-supporting ingredients. There's been a lot of buzz around the skin barrier in the last few years, so it's nice to see brands now creating well-balanced products. These feel so gentle. In the first week or two I used them, I wasn't loving them. I wasn't getting that 'tingling' sensation that sometimes comes with peel pads. Well, I was fully sold after about a month of nightly use. They made my skin so smooth and clear, without ever causing dryness or irritation. I love peel pads and have used many different brands over the years, but these truly earned a spot in my top 3!
Tennis Bracelet// This is high-quality costume jewelry- nicer than most things I've ever come across! I love the unique-shaped bezel setting. The gold is not overly yellow and blends nicely with my real jewelry. This is the perfect thing for travel or just to add to your daily stack because it has a lifetime guarantee!
Mesh Workout Tank// I love a good mesh workout tank, and this one is perfect in several ways. I love the perfectly round crewneck that is not too loose. I love that the mesh looks like 'cane,' which is what really sets it apart from many other mesh workout tanks. I also love the boxy fit, and it's cropped but not too cropped. In the words of Goldilocks, it's just right.
Black Dress// This is a showstopper. It's timeless, but the pockets add a unique touch. I think online, it looks like the pockets take over the waist of the dress, but in person, it really doesn't! It runs true to size. I love the fabric's sheen. This is a great wedding guest dress. I'd love to see it made in navy blue.
Silver Shell Dish// These are just the cutest little dishes and are inexpensive, too! Great to use as a ring dish, a little snack dish, or a nut bowl when entertaining.
Pink Bracelet + Chartreuse Bracelet// This is a new-to-me jewelry brand that is handmade in Connecticut. The designs are all so unique and fun. Not to mention, these bracelets are so high quality. I love the colors, especially paired together. These are like the modern-day version of the 2011 bubble necklace!
Pet Hair Remover// This one is cute and functional. I hide these lint rollers behind things like chairs and beds so I can quickly grab them and touch up when needed. Having multiple around the house and quickly accessible makes this chore feel as effortless as possible. The sheets are so sticky, and what sets this apart from others like it is the sturdy metal handle. The plastic handles are so flimsy that they don't do as good a job as this metal-handled version!
Sneakers// APL is definitely my favorite athletic sneaker brand as of late. This brand is pricey, but I think they offer all of the latest design tech and are truly some of the most incredible footwear I've ever worn. I love my techloom ziplines for running. You can run on these, but I prefer the ziplines for running. However, I have been loving these for walking much more than my Hokas. I've loved the Hoka Bondi 8s, but there is no doubt they are bulky. You get cushioning and support with these, in a much sleeker, lighter design. I really love these for Orange Theory, too, because they offer great support on the floor, slide into the rower easily, and are still good for running on the tread. Ideally, I'd switch out my shoes when I hit the tread, but that just doesn't really happen. These have more stability, which can definitely be preferable in certain situations, as well as for certain people and their preferences/feet. I love the bounce of the zipline, but I think for a more 'do it all' pair of athletic sneakers, these would make more sense. Also, they don't have traditional ties; instead, they use a cord you can tighten, making it quick and easy to slip them on and off. Lastly, I would not wear the Techloom zipline with anything but athletic clothing. However, these are designed so you could get away with wearing them with more casual outfits. They definitely look like an athletic sneaker, but not as much as the ziplines.
Travel Tumbler// This is just the cutest print. I sadly think the fish print is sold out, but there are other equally cute prints, too. I like this 'reduce' brand, as I have collected a few of their products over the years. They are all very reasonably priced, too.
Linen Tunic Dress// This is one of those pieces you can just throw on and look so elegant. It's so comfortable, and just one of those really easy, but special summer pieces. They make this style in different prints, too, and some of them are on sale! I wear a small, but the brand runs very roomy, so if between sizes, size down!
2026 Monthly Favorites:
- January
- February
- March
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