Reviews
Skull Candy
Experience
I had a pair of pink earbuds from Skull Candy growing up and I remember that it used to be THE brand for speakers and headphones. I definitely bought into the AirPod game when they came out, and I do love the ones I have, but in retrospect the Skull Candy corded headphones I had lasted a really long time and I don't remember ever having to wrap the cord around or bend it in odd ways to avoid audio skips.
Sunday Riley
Experience
I'm very lucky to have fairly uncomplicated skin, I only really deal with monthly hormonal acne spots here and there. That being said, the UFO Acne Treatment is a godsend, especially when I find that other creams and gels are starting to dry out my skin. It doesn't sting in the way an astringent or OTC treatment might, which made me skeptical the first time I used this, but it is so soothing and really helps clear up problem areas right away. Definitely an investment, but a good one if you decide to make it.
Feedback
The cost can be prohibitive, but I strongly recommend if you have the means.
Wonder Drink
Experience
I first tried Wonder Drink at a lovely vegan restaurant outside Chicago in 2018-2019 (ish) and immediately became OBSESSED. Really bright and flavorful without too much carbonation. I'd had my mom ship me a box of the cans when I returned to college and drank them all within a week. I recently found them on Amazon and ordered them again-- the Asian Pear and Ginger flavor. It was definitely still tasty, but it seemed slightly different. There was a noticeable redesign with the can from what I remembered, and I'm not sure if the recipe was changed. I really like it still, but I can't shake the feeling that the recipe might have changed over time.
Whisps
Experience
I only wish they came in a larger bag— these are SO addicting.
Aritzia
Experience
I LOVE Aritzia. Making the transition into full-time work right after college intimidated me a lot, especially since I still had so many going out clothes that weren’t necessarily workplace appropriate. Aritzia clothes seamlessly walk the line between classy office wear and everyday clothes, and the quality in my experience has been very good. Pictured is me in a bodysuit I originally purchased for sorority recruitment that I have worn SO often since at work and in my daily life. Definitely pricey, but worth it for me.
Dr. Bronner's
Experience
This is definitely the soap for someone who needs that squeaky feeling to feel clean. I like this stuff, especially for how all-purpose it is, but I wish it lathered more and had a little less strong of a scent.
Moleskine
Experience
I’m annoyed that I write this review from a work trip away from home because I can’t add a picture of the FIVE used Moleskines in my bookshelf. This is such a classic journal for any possible purpose and the quality really can’t be beat. While I plan to try another product for a bullet journal at the end of the year, I use Moleskines religiously and will likely go back after testing this next one :)
Magnolia Bakery
Experience
As someone who cannot stand bananas, I unfortunately cannot review the banana pudding— but so many people love it that I’m sure millions of people can review it for me. The chocolate chip cookies are delicious, but not, to me, worth the price; trying one instantly reminded me of that Pulp Fiction scene with the milkshake. Definitely a great place to visit for a little classic NYC tourist moment, but not necessarily a staple for me.
GOLF le FLEUR
Experience
I remember there was a ton of hype around GLF when I was in high school, and while I used to be more into the style than I am now, I always loved the concept behind it. Tyler the Creator is a really cool person and between his music and this brand, I think he’s doing some really cool things that not a lot of artists have done before. I LOVED the shoes from the brand’s first drop, so stylish and comfortable.
Good Molecules
Experience
The Yerba Mate eye gel took some time to grow on me, but I really love it. I'd never used an under eye cream before, and I kind of assumed it would just correct discoloration and eyebags; it's a cream, not a concealer, so I was initially disappointed that I didn't see much of a difference in coloration. The more I used it, though, the more hydrated I could feel that area becoming and I noticed it made that area much more smooth and supple. It's super cooling and melts into the skin easily. I still haven't used mine up--you only need a tiny bit!-- but for the price point and the long-term effects, I know it'll be an easy product to repurchase.