These are a few of my favorite things…
✨ My Favorite Things
Over the years — through travel, reporting, and everyday life — I’ve discovered brands and products I truly love and return to again and again, and often recommend to people close to me. These are the pieces that add a little beauty, fun, ease, or joy to daily life. Think of this as a curated list of favorites I personally use, gift, and recommend. (*Note: I currently have no affiliation with any of these companies or brands - I just like to spread the good word of things that make me happy!)
Bonus: Many of these businesses are female-founded and female-owned, and some are Black-owned as well.
👗 Clothing & Accessories
• 👗 For Love & Lemons — Romantic, feminine dresses that make special occasions feel even more memorable.
https://forloveandlemons.com
• 🩱 SKIMS — Ultra-soft, curve-friendly underwear, loungewear, and swimwear designed to feel as good as they look.
https://skims.com
• 🌷 Hill House — Known for its iconic Nap Dresses and feminine pieces that blend comfort with polished, timeless style.
https://www.hillhousehome.com
• 💖 Betsey Johnson — Playful, over-the-top fashion and accessories that bring color, sparkle, and personality to any wardrobe.
https://betseyjohnson.com
• 👰 Berta Bridal — High-fashion bridal gowns known for dramatic silhouettes, couture detail, and red-carpet-level glamour.
https://www.berta.com
• ✨ Vanessa Mooney — Bohemian-glam jewelry and accessories that add a bold, fashion-forward edge to any outfit.
https://vanessamooney.com
• 🐝 Olivia Burton — Whimsical, feminine watches that double as jewelry and make a beautiful keepsake gift.
https://www.oliviaburton.com
🕯️ Candles
• 🇫🇷 Diptyque — Iconic Parisian candles with sophisticated, layered scents that make any space feel chic and elevated.
https://www.diptyqueparis.com
• 🏙️ St. Louis Candle Co. — Hand-poured candles inspired by St. Louis neighborhoods and memories, cozy and giftable.
https://stlouiscandleco.com
• ✨ The 125 Collection — Luxury candles with elegant packaging and rich fragrances that feel special and indulgent.
https://the125collection.com
🎁 Gifts
• 🍷 Estelle Colored Glass — Stunning, vintage-inspired colored glassware that instantly elevates a table and makes a memorable gift.
https://estellecoloredglass.com
• 💎 Golden Gems — Curated, gift-worthy finds for the stylish and hard-to-shop-for people in your life.
https://shopgoldengems.com/
• 🌸 Rifle Paper Co. — Floral-forward stationery, home décor, and paper goods that make everyday moments feel special.
https://riflepaperco.com
• 🌷 UrbanStems — Modern floral arrangements and plants that make effortless, chic gifts.
https://urbanstems.com
• 🎄 The Body Shop Advent Calendars — Beauty-filled countdown calendars that turn the holidays into a daily treat.
https://www.thebodyshop.com
💖 Fun Stuff
• 🍽️ Provisions (St. Louis) — Boutique shop featuring locally sourced home goods and personal accessories for men and women.
💄 Skincare & Nails
• ✨ Fenty Skin — Clean, effective skincare that’s simple, glow-boosting, and designed for real life.
https://fentybeauty.com/pages/fentyskin
• 🌿 Dr. Loretta — Science-backed skincare focused on protecting skin from pollution, light damage, and aging stressors.
https://drloretta.com
• 🌸 Tata Harper — Luxurious, natural skincare made with high-performance botanical ingredients.
https://tataharperskincare.com
• 💫 Sunday Riley — Results-driven skincare powered by active ingredients for brighter, smoother, more radiant skin.
https://sundayriley.com
• 💅 Sassy Saints Nail Gel Wraps — Easy, eye-catching nail wraps for salon-style nails without the appointment.
https://www.sassysaints.com/