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When did we collectively decide that we weren’t giving birthday gifts anymore? While I understand that ~your presence~ at my birthday dinner is meant to be my present, sometimes I want a lil giftie instead.
Don’t get me wrong, I value quality time with friends – but I’m over the insanely expensive restaurant dinners. Two margaritas or a luxe body oil? I’m choosing the latter this year.
Say it with me: Let’s normalize birthday registries! Since my birthday is this week, I compiled my very own BR (patent pending) below. Here’s hoping my wife sees this and takes a hint!
Sure, these were designed for world-class athletes – but they’re also weirdly cute. Available in a range of interesting colors and ready to be dressed up or down.
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I’ll know you really love me if you buy me this (hi, mom and dad!). These white sapphires set in sterling silver bars are a perfect piece for layering.
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I can’t wait to be someone who applies body oil when she gets out of the shower. This one’s clinically proven to instantly improve skin elasticity and deliver deep moisturization – and I, for one, would prefer it over two spicy margs that would cost the same amount.
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This serum works almost as hard as I do: it boosts collagen, smooths the appearance of fine lines, hydrates the skin, improves dermal barrier function, and reactivates collagen and elastin production. That’s a full time job.
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For the cost of an ornate flower arrangement delivered to my door, I could secure this closet staple instead. I’m already styling it mentally (do we think it’ll work with my new Salomons?).
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This one’s all over my fyp (follow me! @swike), and I need to know why. It’s available in over 30 shades and has almost 12,000 ~glowing~ reviews.
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‘Bold without the bulk’ is a concept I can get behind. I love funky layers, especially when comprised of pieces I never have to take off.
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A proper birthday registry should hit multiple notes — I suggest a variety of price ranges, plus a mix of everyday items and special occasion picks. And every BR must have at least one product you could never justify purchasing for yourself. After all, isn’t that what makes a gift special?
For this year's adventures
Sure, these were designed for world-class athletes – but they’re also weirdly cute. Available in a range of interesting colors and ready to be dressed up or down.
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To manifest big things
I’ll know you really love me if you buy me this (hi, mom and dad!). These white sapphires set in sterling silver bars are a perfect piece for layering.
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A winter birthday must-have
I can’t wait to be someone who applies body oil when she gets out of the shower. This one’s clinically proven to instantly improve skin elasticity and deliver deep moisturization – and I, for one, would prefer it over two spicy margs that would cost the same amount.
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Something I won't buy myself
This serum works almost as hard as I do: it boosts collagen, smooths the appearance of fine lines, hydrates the skin, improves dermal barrier function, and reactivates collagen and elastin production. That’s a full time job.
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This year's closet staple
For the cost of an ornate flower arrangement delivered to my door, I could secure this closet staple instead. I’m already styling it mentally (do we think it’ll work with my new Salomons?).
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An affordable option
This one’s all over my fyp (follow me! @swike), and I need to know why. It’s available in over 30 shades and has almost 12,000 ~glowing~ reviews.
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A pick I'll never take off
‘Bold without the bulk’ is a concept I can get behind. I love funky layers, especially when comprised of pieces I never have to take off.
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Thanks for reading through my birthday registry – I’m dying to see yours. Share it and tag us: @swike and @thequalityedit.
