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The Five Best Things I Bought This Summer

Jul 16, 2024

This summer, I’m shopping significantly less than in past seasons. I add things to my cart, walk away, and if I forget about them, (clearly) I didn’t need them. But the flip side of the coin is that the pieces I have purchased are thoughtfully chosen, worn more consistently, and just better.

When I spend my money on something for my wardrobe or my makeup bag, it makes me really happy to still love it months later.  No diminishing returns here.  These are the five best things I’ve purchased this summer.

01. The Best Striped T-Shirt // Do not sleep on the Spanx AirEssentials line.  This summer I bought both this striped maxi dress (also in black) and this striped dolman-style long sleeve tee.  The material is incredibly soft, comfortable and a great weight.  I am genuinely excited when I get to wear this striped tee.  

I bought the red and white for a fresh summer look.  I will definitely pick up another color (probably black) before fall.  This is just a great piece that I feel good wearing.

02. The Simplest Sandals // I need wearable shoes.  Shoes that can go with almost anything in my wardrobe.  On a recent trip, I took a sneaker, a pump for work, and these TKEES Gemma Sandals.  Simple, easy to wear, comfortable and will pair well with any summer look.  They’re like summer camouflage, they just blend in.  Under-$60.

03. The Soft Short Sleeve Pajamas // My pajamas all have long pants.  I’ve tried, but I have never adjusted to wearing shorts to bed, but it’s hot out, and these short sleeve pajamas from J.Crew are a game changer for me.  I own every color.  

I also own J.Crew’s thinner cotton poplin pajamas.  I like these one too, they’re comfortable and very cool in the hot weather.  However, for my money, I want a comfortable, jersey pajama for maximum coziness.

04. The Red Corrector // I’m 42 years old, and I have acne.  It’s reasonably under control, but sometimes I need to smooth out the redness.  Also, while I wear makeup most days, sometimes my skin needs a foundation free day.  On the red days, on the no makeup days, this Erborian CC Red Correct is my go-to product.  

I’ve tried many correcting creams and there are plenty of good options, but I love the light, almost weightless feel of this one.  Recently, I ran out, and this cream is now pre-purchased with a spare ready to go.

05. The Wire Free Bra // Over the past three years, I’ve tried many wire free bras.  Some I liked.  A few I loved.  This b.tempted Convertible Wire Free Bra was the first one I thought made my breasts look good.  To steal a line from A League of Their Own: It lifts and separates; there should be two.  As a 36C, when I wear the medium it pinches a tiny bit, so I bought a large.  Certainly not the most generous size range.

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