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A Living Journal of Curation
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items A curated collection of sensory finds, literary sparks, and high performance essentials. This is my digital mood board updated as inspiration strikes, focusing on items that feel like a quiet luxury without the unattainable price tag.
Sections
3
The Scent Archive
The Paper & Prose Files
High-Performance Rituals
The Scent Archive
Scent layering and atmospheric vibes.
This is my comfort in a bottle layer. It’s a woody gourmand that isn't too sweet. I love layering this over a vanilla oil to create a scent trail that feels like a warm hug.
Cheirosa 59 Delicia Hair & Body Refillable Perfume Mist
The ultimate your skin but better base. It’s salty, sweet, and airy. I use this when I want my fragrance to be a secret, not a statement.#Clean girl aesthetic.
Reserve - Skin - CLEAN RESERVE | Sephora
I’ve been stacking this under Sol de Janeiro 59. It grounds the sweetness with a dark, bitter edge that feels much more sophisticated. It’s reasonably priced but smells like a niche boutique find.
Theodoros Kalotinis Perfumer - Coffee Addict Eau de Parfum
It smells like clean sheets and a fading memory. I love layering this over a simple amber oil to give it more weight.
Soft Spot - 50mL
I love the simplicity of this. The scent is tart and earthy, not overwhelming.
Black Currant Soy Candle
The Paper & Prose Files
Your literary and poet-core aesthetic.
Every poet core kit needs a home for stray thoughts. The soft cover feels more organic and lived-in than the hard ones. It fits perfectly in a small tote for coffee shop sessions.
Moleskine Classic Notebook
I find myself returning to her brevity whenever I feel stuck. A beautiful edition to keep on the nightstand for a dose of literary aura before sleep.
The Selected Poems of Emily Dickinson|Hardcover
Stuart’s prose is physically beautiful. If you liked Shuggie Bain, this feels like a homecoming. It’s my current slow-living read for the weekends.
John of John (Oprah's Book Club): A Novel|Hardcover
This is my go-to for stray thoughts. The cream-colored paper is easy on the eyes and feels very literary. It’s small enough to carry everywhere but feels substantial enough to hold your best ideas.
MD Notebook - A6 - Dot Grid | JetPens
High-Performance Rituals
Reasonably priced, high-utility items.
Don't let the price fool you; this is high performance skincare. It calms my skin instantly after a long day. It’s functional, effective, and looks great on the vanity.
Soothing & Barrier Support Serum for Sensitive Skin & Hydration - The Ordinary | Ulta Beauty
A practical necessity for long days of content capturing. It’s sleek and snaps right onto the back of the phone, no messy cables to ruin the aesthetic.
Anker 622 Magnetic Battery (MagGo)
It has this whipped, mousse like texture that feels like a treat rather than a chore. It doesn't strip the skin, which is vital for maintaining that glowy skin base we talked about.
AESTURA - Ato Barrier 365 Foaming Cleanser | YesStyle
It’s made of a heavy, industrial grade aluminum that feels incredibly stable. It allows me to adjust the angle perfectly for long writing sessions or for watching films with a literary atmosphere. It’s functional engineering that actually looks beaut...
LULULOOK Foldable Magnetic Stand for iPad
I’ve stopped chasing expensive lip masks. This is reasonably priced but outperforms almost everything else. It leaves your lips soft and ready for whatever glowy look you’re going for the next day.
Burt's Bees Overnight Lip Treatment for Dry lips 💋
This is the most simple fix for a messy desk. It has a tiny footprint and keeps the cables neat without needing ugly clips or tape. It’s a functional tool that keeps your workspace feeling calm and curated.
Smartish Magnetic Cable Manager - Cable Wrangler Magnetic Cord Organizer