Sometimes the least-glamorous purchases are also the most impactful. A year ago, I published my list of the 20 items that will change your life most dramatically on a daily basis—and it quickly became one of our most-viewed post of all time. I can't even tell you how many DMs I ...read more
When I look back on the items I purchase each year, there's usually a general theme. After college, I spent most of my money on food and cookware, the next year I upgraded my clothes, the next was all about travel. This year, I devoted my time and budget into improving my ...read more
Buying things for kids they won't tire of immediately, break, or grow out of is quite the challenge—which is why its worth pausing to reflect on the successes. Here are the best purchases I made for Sloan in 2018: "Big girl" bed: Sloan was one of those kids that took her sweet ...read more
Each December, I reflect back on my favorite purchases of the year. I scour my closet, go through my bathroom shelves, and pore through receipts to take account of the things I bought and love the most from that year (you can see my other favorites from 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, ...read more
I didn't realize it until compiling this list, but most of my best purchases of 2018 either improved my health or streamlined my life. I took better care of my skin, by investing in clean products, and my physical health, with products that aided smarter recovery and nutrition. ...read more
1. Milk Frother: Okay, so technically I received this as a gift, but I'd buy it in a second. This frother from Epica has two settings: warm and frothy or just warmed. I use it every single day, whether to add frothed milk to my morning cup of coffee or espresso (which makes it ...read more
1. Golden Goose Sneakers: I'd considered investing in a pair of Golden Goose sneakers for about five years, ever since I saw them on two of my friends during a trip to Disneyland. By the end of the day, my feet were swollen and blistered in my flat boots while they were boasting ...read more
1. Annual Joshua Tree Pass: Entry to Joshua Tree National Park costs $20 per vehicle, but an annual pass is $30 and is valid for 12 months after purchase (talk about a great deal, amirite?). Not only that, but when the lines are crazy to get into the park, it allows you to just ...read more