My 2024 Wishlist
Okay, it’s almost that magical time of the year, so I think its mandatory for me to make a wishlist—here’s just a mix of stuff I might need, things I probably won’t buy (but want to), things that just look super cool, and things I already bought this year and am still completely obsessed with.
Candles
Nothing transforms a space quite like candles. Scented or unscented, they have this magical ability to take a blah night or brownout and turn it into something cozy, romantic, and low-key therapeutic.
Just don’t leave one burning while you fall asleep just to be safe. If you’re into candle magic (not actual magic tho, just the vibes), I wrote a whole blog about it. Go check it out here.
Earphones
Music is essential to my survival, but finding earphones that don’t feel like medieval torture devices after two hours could be hard. When I discovered these Baseus earphones, my life changed. They’re so light and comfy it’s like they’re not even there.
I jumped around (literally) to test them, and they didn’t budge. I could go run and headbang, and they don’t fall off. If you’re looking for some magical ear accessories, here’s where I bought them.
Speakers
I love music (see: earphones rant above). But sometimes, you need to blast it—windows-down. Portable or not, speakers are a must. Plus, who doesn’t want to pretend their life is a movie soundtrack? I’m still looking for the best speakers though. I will add a link here once I find one hehe.
Thrifted Long Skirts
Here’s the thing: long skirts are iconic. The longer, the better. Denim, cotton, patchwork—I’m obsessed. Bonus points if they’re thrifted because, you know, so I’ll feel morally superior shopping it jk! Catch me twirling dramatically in one next year.
Tarot Cards
I don’t know who made up the rule that tarot cards have to be gifted to you, but I’m still playing along. I’ve been waiting for someone to bless me with Adventure Time-themed cards or Cassandra Clare’s Shadowhunters tarot cards. Until then, I’ll be over here manifesting my psychic era.
Classic Books
Next year I want to become that person who reads classics and then pretends it’s a personality HAHA or feel like a Victorian scholar (minus the corset). This year I tried my best to get back to reading and its working. This year I read 8 books. I went on a book fair this year and somehow magically ended up with A Tale of Two Cities and Candide.
I’m convinced I’m one step away from a monocle and an old-timey reading chair. If you want to join my fake literary club, check out this link. I found this app like Goodreads but better, its called Fable, and let’s just say I’ve already been sucked in.
Crystal Necklaces
I’m not deep into the crystal scene, but they’re so pretty it’s hard not to fall for the energy stuff. Do they actually bring good fortune or change your mood? Who knows. But believing in a little magic is fun, and honestly, life needs more of that.
Pink Diamond Ring
Blame the podcast rabbit hole. I stumbled into the “pink diamond ring theory,” and now I’m convinced I need every pink gem on the planet. I’m thinking of getting one for each finger—because why not look like a walking jewelry store?
The struggle is real, though. It’s so hard to find a cute pink gem ring, but luckily when I went to Singapore, I found one at Lovisa and was like, thank you, universe. If you’re curious about this life-changing theory, check out this link where I go off about it.
Italian Links Bracelet
Pinterest convinced me I need an Italian links bracelet, and I am nothing if not a gullible consumer. The charm customization? A genius marketing scheme I’m fully buying into is that you can customize them with charms that scream you. If I ever build mine, it’ll include a cat (one that looks like my cats 🐾), Lily of the valley flower (it means the return of happiness), a pink gem (see above obsession), Frida Kahlo and a mushroom.
And that’s my list, Merry almost Christmas, everyone. 🎄✨