Life Lately: The Things I’ve Been Loving

Lately, life has felt very full in the best way: a mix of little everyday moments, spontaneous plans, and of course… a few (okay, many) new favorites along the way.

So, this is a little snapshot of what I’ve been loving recently – from beauty finds to random little joys that have been making my days feel a bit more fun.

Because sometimes it’s really just the little things.

And since I know I always get questions about what I’m using or wearing, I’ll be linking as many of these as I can in my ShopMy so everything is easy to find in one place.

Little Drinks & Daily Habits

I don’t know what it is lately, but I’ve been fully in my “tiny treat” era, and a good drink instantly makes the day better.

Shirley Temple Poppi has been on repeat – it feels like a fun, slightly elevated version of a childhood favorite. But let’s be honest, Diet Coke is still the constant. It’s less of a drink and more of a personality trait at this point… and yes, it even made its way onto my phone case.

I’ve also been trying to be a little better about my routines, and Lemme Sleep has been part of that nighttime wind-down lately.

And on the wellness side, my Oura Ring has been keeping me slightly more accountable… or at least more aware.

Beauty Favorites I Can’t Stop Reaching For

There have been a lot of beauty favorites lately – like, a lot.

The Clarins Double Serum and Total Eye Lift have been staples for keeping my skin looking fresh and glowy, and the Dr. Idriss Lip Basting Balm is one of those products that you don’t realize you need until you try it.

I’ve also been loving the Dr. Idriss Major Fade Discoloration duo – especially for keeping my skin tone looking more even.

Rhode Skin has fully entered my routine too – the eye patches, caffeine reset, and Sugarmint lip treatment are all in heavy rotation.

For makeup, I keep reaching for:

• Tarte BB Blur Tinted Moisturizer
• Tarte Sculpt Tape + Blush Tape duo
• Tarte Glow Wardrobe palette
• YSL tubing mascara & Kosas Soulgazer mascara
• YSL All Hours Hyper Finish Setting Powder

And a few newer favorites I’ve been testing and loving:

Make Beauty Skin Tint and my current foundation rotation (still deciding my ultimate favorite, but we’re getting there).

Hair Care That’s Actually Doing Something

My hair has been getting a lot of attention lately (we’re trying to be consistent), and I’ve been rotating between a few favorites:

• Pantene Abundant & Strong system for everyday use,
• Kundal Honey & Macadamia for hydration (and the scent lasts forever),
• and Davines when I want my hair to feel extra soft and elevated.
• Messy by Ali Webb Silky Dry Shampoo has been saving me on non-wash days, and the Mane Jumbo Thermal Brush has been making styling feel way easier.

Also, Emi Jay clips will forever be that girl.

And honestly, getting my hair done at the Ulta Beauty salon has been such a good reset.

Fashion Finds & Outfit Staples

Comfort has definitely been winning lately, but in a cute way.

I’ve been living in:

• RR x Target and Primark pajamas
• Levi’s 94 Baggy jeans & Loft Rivete jeans
• Gap x Beis sweatpant jeans (still not over these)
• Tiger & Eloise tees and tanks (perfect basics)

And then a few standout pieces:

Stoney Clover Lane everything (especially the Park & Beach drop and Disney Princess collection), plus the SCL pouchette 29 and Target denim jacket.

Shoes have been a mix of:

Chanel ballet flats, Golden Goose sneakers, and my New Balance 9060s & 530s – depending on the vibe.

Little Luxuries & Fun Finds

Some things just make life feel a little more fun for no reason:

• MacKenzie Childs x Goody accessories
• Rebecca Hook x Disney jewelry
• Guerlain hand lotion (a tiny luxury that feels very worth it)
• Wild deodorant (surprisingly obsessed)

And then the random but joyful:

Pop Mart baby Labubu figures, mini polaroids, photobooth pictures, and Disney pin trading – which honestly feels like collecting tiny memories.

Also… MagSafe cases, Fytoo glasses, and yes – my Diet Coke phone case still deserves a mention.

Home, Scents & Cozy Moments

I’ve been leaning into cozy a lot more lately.

The Bath & Body Works Disney Princess Tiana candle and hand lotion have been such a cute little addition, and I’ve been rotating between Glossier You and Phlur Vanilla Skin depending on my mood.

Comfort TV has been my go-to reset, especially on slower nights.

What I’ve Been Into Lately

A mix of nostalgia and new things:

• Hilary Duff’s new album
• Hannah Montana’s 20th anniversary (!!!)
• Scrolling Threads

And just embracing slower moments when I can

Little Joys That Matter Most

Beyond the products and the finds, the thing I’ve really been loving most lately is saying yes more.

Spontaneous day trips, last-minute plans, little adventures that don’t make it onto a schedule – those have ended up being some of the best moments.

And I think that’s what this season of life is really about.

I have a feeling this list will keep growing (because let’s be honest, it always does), but for now, these are the things making life feel a little more fun, a little more elevated, and very me lately.

If you want to shop or browse any of these favorites, I’ve linked everything I can over on my ShopMy.

Tell me – what’s something you’ve been loving recently?

— KJ ✨