my favorites of 2024
everything I could think about is here
we’re, what, like 15 days out from 2025, and i feel like it’s the perfect time to share my list of favorites from 2024. this isn’t just any list—it’s a chaotic mix of everything that brought me joy (or at least kept me sane) this year. from beauty and skincare to books, colors, workouts, podcasts, playlists, songs—whatever popped into my head while writing this made the cut.
so, brace yourself. this might be long, it might be short—you’ll just have to read and find out. buckle up, let’s relive 2024, one favorite at a time
lets divide it up by genres and begin:
books
favorite book of the year
the wedding people by allison espach
favorite romance novel
favorite mystery/thriller
how to solve your own murder by kristen perrin
favorite fantasy
house of flame and shadow (crescent city 3) by sarah j. maas
favorite audiobook
entertainment
favorite playlist
favorite song
favorite podcast
favorite movie
I know this movie was released in december 2023 but I saw it in february and still find it hilarious to this day.
favorite comfort rewatch
beauty & skincare
favorite moisturizer
favorite body lotion
favorite toner/serum
favorite sunscreen
round lab birch juice moisturizing sun cream SPF 50+ PA++++
favorite lip product
summer fridays lip butter balm (I love the birthday cake one)
favorite blush
rhode pocket blush in shade toasted teddy
favorite concealer
hourglass vanish airbrush concealer
favorite fragrance
fashion
favorite sweatshirt
my eras tour navy crewneck
favorite pair of heels
tony bianco koko bordeaux patent heels
favorite sneakers
new balance 530 in navy blue (I want to throw them out because I used them so much)
favorite handbag
miu miu distressed leather tote bag (I couldnt find a good pic but I love this bag with my soul)
self-care & lifestyle
favorite workout
favorite snack
baby carrots with chile seasoning from trader joes and lots of salt
favorite fast food
shake shack — shack burger with a lettuce wrap instead of bun add pickles and cheese fries.
favorite tea flavor
tulsi & ginger tea from traditional medicinals
favorite scented candle
random joy
favorite color
burgondy, duh
most random thing that brought you joy
i bought a mini long-haired dachshund puppy! i’ll get it in january—stay tuned.
favorite internet trend
i don’t even know how to explain this, but i’ve been chronically online for four years, and this is hands down the best thing i’ve ever seen. ever.
since i can’t link the tiktoks, i’ll attach some pics for context—but trust me, it’s worth searching for the audio: like a prayer (choir version) from deadpool & wolverine.
you’re welcome in advance.