Jem Alabi's Picks
I haven't returned an item I've purchased in years. Not because everything I buy is a hit, but because I don't like going to the post office. That being said, my purchases only have one chance to wow me, or they’re headed to the donation bin. I collect all things vintage – cameras, purses, shoes, jewelry – and am passionate about my skin care routine. For me, great shopping goes beyond temporary gratification – it’s a lifestyle. - Jem Alabi, editorial operations associate
Jem's All Time Favorites
Warby Parker Bram Glasses
I have a growing collection of over 10 pairs of glasses and my favorites will always be from Warby.Warby Parker$95.00
Longchamp Le Pliage Bag
My shoulders are weak and I am an over-packer, so I need my bag to be as lightweight as possible.Longchamp$165.00
Paper Mate Write Bros. Ballpoint Pens
As operations associate, my day doesn’t start without a handwritten to-do list, courtesy of these fabulous pens.Staples$5.19
Philosophy Fresh Cream Warm Cashmere Eau de Toilette
I like a vanilla scent that is subtle, lasting and comforting. This fragrance check all those boxes.Ulta$58.00
Solgaard Laptop Backpack
This bag is truly wonderful — it’s sturdy, protective of my valuables, and light on my back and arms.Solgaard$165.00
Uniqlo Smart Wide Pants
These pants never wrinkle, and I never iron. Enough said.Uniqlo$49.90
Kasa Smart Light Bulbs, 4-pack
I'm a certified "big-light" hater, so these smart bulbs help me curate the perfect ambience in my apartment.Amazon$31.99
BaubleBar Ear Cuff
Ear cuffs are my go-to for pain-free accessorizing and these ones aren’t loose like others I've tried.Bauble Bar$42.00
EADEM LeChouChou
The cool, metal tube of this softening lip gloss plus the long lasting effects makes it my favorite.
$24.00
Amazon
Etude Sunprise
If you only ever use one product on your face, it should be sunscreen and this is the one that I will be burying in a time capsule.
$15.50
Amazon
HigherDOSE LED Mask
Mindy Kaling uses a red light LED face mask, so I bought one. One of us is still paying it off on Klarna, but we both have awesome skin.
$349.00
Sephora
Magic Molecule Spray
Since I double cleanse at night, I use this spray in the morning to make my face feel clean in lieu of another full wash.
$20.00
Ulta
Dr. Dan's Cortibalm
This lip balm has held the number one spot in my book for years. I keep one in my bag, one at home and one at work.
$17.50
$18.50
Amazon
Colorstreet Waterproof Mascara
I rub my eyes more than I'd ever admit to my optometrist. This mascara has gotten me through many a rough day.
$32.00
Color Street
