Turning 30 is a milestone in so many ways. You no longer have the carefree nature of a 20-something finding her way and you start to make serious money, allowing you to upgrade your lifestyle. When I turned 30, I turned my attention to some classic items and goals that I wanted to improve. Everything from my bedding to my travel style. Here is my list of my top must-haves for women in their 30s (but of course, it’s never too early or late to get started!)
Luxurious bedding: I moved into a new apartment around the time I turned 30 and I knew that I wanted to style it perfectly. That meant ditching the jersey cotton sheets I had and investing in Egyptian cotton sheets with high thread counts. I opted for Italian brand Sferra, which is known for their fine bedding, towels and home décor. The sheet set I bought is super soft and plush, but is definitely an investment piece.
A killer pair of heels: Mine are black Louboutins that can easily make the transition from a work meeting to a night out, but any high-end heel will do. Opt for a timeless look and a versatile heel height so that you can get lots of use out of them.
Luggage: Thirties are a decade of traveling the world and crossing far-flung cities off your bucket list. You’ll want to pack accordingly, starting with your luggage. I got an awesome Tumi suitcase from a Gilt sale and couldn’t be happier. Yes, it’s costlier than other brands, but it’s held up really great and has an awesome warranty, and if you’re a smart shopper you can get a great deal.
And while we’re on the theme of travel, an intangible item for your thirties is stamps on your passport. The last few years, we’ve criss-crossed around Europe, lounging on the beaches of St Tropez, drinking brunettes with locals in Italy and visiting fashion exhibits in London. There’s no price to be put on travel, and in your thirties, that means splurging on 5-star hotels and traveling in style. Next up for us: Peru!
An investment purse: My go-to is a quilted Chanel classic flap bag that I’ve eyed since I was 16. Should have bought it then because it would have been a hell of a lot cheaper. Investment bags appreciate in cost over time and they are the absolute best accessory with any outfit. I wear mine pretty much everywhere. We also love these bags.
A skincare regime: By your thirties, chances are you’ve tried tons of moisturizers, eye care products and the like. You’ve also moved on from boozy nights where hopping into bed without washing your face is something you’re trying to repair now. Not to mention years of being less than kind to your skin by wearing tanning oil. My skin is one area that I am super focused on since turning 30 in order to repair and prevent imperfections. I’ve learned that no product is too costly when it comes to your skin. Every person’s skin is different, so finding the right products is not a one-size-fits all sort of solution. I’ve learned that I don’t love skincare sets, rather I prefer to mix and match. My go-tos: I use a gentle face cleanser with my Clarisonic on a daily basis. Next, I move on to moisturizer and I love my Shisheido Moisture Ex in the mornings paired with a mild undereye cream with caffeine in it. At night, I alternate between a retinol-based underye cream which is great for wrinkles and crows feet. I also use Retin-A on my forehead followed by a thicker moisturizer while I sleep. Do these products add up in cost? You bet. But at least to me, it’s worth it.