Lucy’s 2023 Essentials
Editor in Chief,Lucy Ivey tried some new pieces and products from an assortment of brands and chose her 2023 essentials for you. Enjoy!
Adidas forum 84s green high top & Adidas astir y2k colorway
Being a college kid, I walk a ton. Whether it’s just around the neighborhood or to and from class, I’m always on my feet. That being said, I need a good pair of sneakers that will not only support my feet but I will also look cute in them. The Adidas Forum 84 and Astirs are my personal favorites. Both can be used as a colorful and fresh way to spruce up any outfit.
I don't know about you, but I love headphones. Not only are they a great way to listen to the music of course but also a fun fashion accessory too. Paired with a slicked-back ponytail and chunky jewelry, I love adding these cute white headphones to my outfits and I get plenty of compliments wearing them around campus.
Let me tell you. I’ve tried everything. From major brands to drugstore perfumes there’s a good chance I’ve tested it. I came across the Glossier You perfume like most of you probably did. Through the one and only Tiktok, and to this date it’s been one of my favorites. Finished with a gorgeous powdery top note of iris, the Glossier You perfume is not only a great daily scent but an adorable touch to my nightstand.
Papier planner & Papier notebook
If you’re like me, you are someone who thrives when your day is planned out. To-do lists and daily plans are the way I get everything done in a day and my favorite planners and notebooks are from the lovely brand, Papier. Papier has everything from planners to notebooks to thank you cards to pens! All of your stationery needs can be found there. My absolute favorite products are their daily planners and they are completely customizable!
Everyone knows Casetify. The brand has a prominent following with their collaboration roster ranging from Disney to Olivia Rodrigo. The brand has hundreds of options to choose from and the cases are not only cute but incredibly protective. There are multiple levels of protection to pick from all ranging in price.
Milk Makeup lip plumpers & Milk Makeup kush mascara
Milk Makeup! Owned by Zanna Roberts and her husband, Milk Makeups products are clean and cruelty-free. The products are great quality and something I use every day!
I first heard about Tower 28 on a podcast with its founder, Amy Liu. Amy was talking about her brand’s rise to popularity and brought up the most popular product, her Rescue spray. I first tried it during a skin flare-up I was having and within days, my skin was pretty much all better.
Baboon to the Moon is hands down one of the best brands at marketing itself. I see their ads and videos all over social media. I first found their bags on an Instagram ad on IG stories and fell in love. The bright colors and different silhouettes were so fun and I even loved their logo! I own their fanny pack and sling bag and they are a big staple in my wardrobe. Whether it’s a quick trip to the deli or for a hike the fanny pack and the sling bag are the perfect, most convenient (but stylish) bags for this!
I’m a big music girly. I”m always listening- it’s probably a bit unhealthy at this point. I can’t go more than an hour without listening to some song. It’s part of who I am. The Sonos Roam is just the speaker for that. My personal speaker comes in a beautiful shade of green, but comes in a myriad of colors!
