Christmas Wish List 2020
Christmas Wish List 2020
It's the most wonderful time of the year!
Friends – I’m so sorry that this week’s blog is a couple days late. As I’m sure many of you can relate, this time of year is busy busy busy. It’s okay though because it’s December which means… IT’S CHRISTMAS! My absolute favourite holiday of the entire year. Christmas makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside. Yes, I’m the person who has their tree up and decorated in November, I will fully own it. But common… who doesn’t love Christmas??
As fun and cheerful as Christmas is, there is often some stress associated with it, especially this year. The stress and struggle during the Christmas season usually stems from shopping and gift giving. However, there are tons of really helpful gift guides out there for just about any type of person you’re shopping for in your life – brother, mom, dad, boyfriend, girlfriend, bff, co-worker, babysitter, mother-in-law, acquaintance, dog, penpal, you name it.
I’m often asked what I personally want Santa to bring me on Christmas. Now that we are only two weeks out from the big day, I decided to create my own wish list to share with you all. Hopefully this helps you to get inspired and find a gift you want for someone on your shopping list or one that you may just want for yourself, either one works just fine. As for me, I will use this list to manifest and hopefully some of these items appear under the tree!
I have divided my list up in four different categories – Beauty, Fashion, Home, and Other. I have linked all of the items below!
Beauty 💄
Highlight Foundation Stick, Radford Beauty
I’m a huge fan of Radford Beauty. Not only are they a small local business here in Toronto, but everything they produce I have not only liked but seriously LOVED. I’ve seen this Pearl Stick on others and it just gives the face such a beautiful glow… so I of course need!
Anti-Aging Face Serum, bareMinerals
Over the course of quarantine, I have really tried to learn more about my skin and what works and what doesn’t. I have heard nothing but amazing things about bareMinerals and especially about their Skinlongevity product. All the ingredients are natural and cruelty-free. Sign me up!
Brow Microfilling Eyebrow Pen, Benefit Cosmetics
As you know from my makeup bag blog, you know that I love everything from Benefit Cosmetics. I’m obsessed with their brow products and this is a newer product that I haven’t tried yet but am dying to! No surprise that it made my wish list this year.
Brightening Essentials Set, Ole Henriksen
This will probably always be on my wish list forever and ever. I’m obsessed with this set and anyone who knows me knows it. It has changed my skin for the better.
Joues Contraste Powder Blush, Chanel
I have been eyeing up this blush for a couple years now. I’ve heard great things about Chanel beauty products and have been eager to try the blush in particular. And I mean… the compact is just so aesthetically pleasing and will boujee up my makeup bag!
Fashion 👠
Uggs Classic Tall Sheepskin Boots
We back baby! You read this right… I’m asking for Uggs. I honestly never thought this day would return in my lifetime but I’m actually not mad about it. Now that I have my son, Willy (he’s a dog), I’m looking for an easy boot to slip on and off when taking him out. I don’t want laces or buckles, I want simple and comfortable.
Cropped Cardigan
I love the look of a cropped cardigan. I want one in a neutral colour because I feel that this will also become a staple basic in my closet in 2021. There are sooo many ways to style a cropped cardigan and can be worn throughout all seasons in the year.
Mask Chain
Since masks will be a part of our wardrobe for the foreseeable future, why not make them as chic as we possibly can? I’ve been dying to get my hands on a gold mask chain. They are also super practical for taking your mask on and off if going from inside to outside throughout the day.
Black Trench Coat
This is such a staple basic that I don’t yet have in my wardrobe. I find that when I’m putting looks together I always have the thought that an outfit would be complete paired with a long black trench coat. Kind of a problem when I don’t have one… this is something I think I will get SO much wear out of.
Braided Headband
Headbands are totally making a comeback! I love the look of these raised braided headbands. Very Blair Waldorf which is always such a vibe.
Home 🏠
Glass Mugs
Ugh I need. I want to slowly switch from my mismatched porcelain mugs that I’ve unintentionally been collecting over the years to chic glass mugs. I just love the look of them.
Smeg Kettle
Do I even need to explain myself? I drool over Smeg products. As a tea drinker, this kettle is end game. Also will look so sick on the counter.
Knit Blanket Throw
I can’t sit on the couch and watch Netflix without a blankie. I like to be cozy, and I also like the look of a throw on a couch. It adds warmth to the look of the room. This neutral-coloured throw is so cute and totally goes with my apartment’s vibe.
Yummi Vanilla-Scented Candle
I LOVE candles. When it comes to scents, I much prefer a sweeter smell over a flowery or musky smell. Vanilla is my go-to no matter the time of year. I can never have too many vanilla candles.
Bath Towels
We are in dire need of some new bath towels. These waffle towels are so nice and think they would look even better in our bathroom. Love!!
Other 💻
Mirrored Phone Case
I’m obsessed with the look of a mirrored phone case! I think it’s so cool. Plus it’s also practical for checking yourself throughout the day. Check yoself before you wreck yoself, amirite?
HomePod Mini
I’ve been an Apple girl from day one. I will always choose an Apple product over any other tech company. The HomePod Mini is new and is so cool because it's much smaller than the original HomePod but has all of the same features. It would just look cute in any room!
Bossed Up by Emile Aries
I’ve been looking for a good book that is honest, real, and raw about being a girl boss. I’ve read the reviews on this book and it seems like something that I would enjoy reading and learning. Because who run the world..?
Desk View Standing Desk
I need to step up my WFH life. My posture and ergonomics has just gotten worse and worse since working from home. This standing desk will be a game-changer! Need need need.
The Five-Minute Journal
This year has been hard. I don’t know about you, but I’ve had difficulty being positive and appreciating the little things. I think this journal would help me use everyday to sit and think for just five minutes about the things I’m grateful for. This is so important.
Happy safe & socially distanced shopping!
Until next hump day (for real this time).
Peace & love!
TL