At the end of every year, I like to reflect on the items I bought throughout the year. Intentional shopping is really important to me, so I like to evaluate which purchases brought the most value to my life—and which ones fell flat. Today, I’m sharing my top 10 best purchases of 2025!
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Best Purchases of 2025
When I look back over the past year at the things I’ve bought, I really like to do a deep dive into which items brought me the most value over the last 12 months. Which clothes did I reach for again and again? Which beauty products actually made a difference in my routine? And which purchases truly made my life a little easier? Here are the 10 items I’ve named my best purchases of 2025!
1.) Mother Rambler Ankle Jeans
I’ve been wanting a pair of Mother jeans for years, but I could never quite bring myself to pull the trigger on the price. Because of that, this brand had been sitting on my thrift wishlist for a long time. Last spring, I finally found a pair I loved on Poshmark for $56—significantly less than the retail price.
I bought the Rambler ankle jeans, and they were a bit of a risk since I wasn’t sure how the sizing would run. Thankfully, I got lucky because they fit perfectly. I did have to trim the hem to get the ideal cropped length, but everything else fit exactly how I like my jeans to fit. I wore them constantly this year, and I already know they’ll stay on heavy rotation in 2026 as well.
2.) Madewell Slim Wide-Leg Jeans
Another amazing Poshmark jean find for me was these Madewell slim wide-leg jeans. I wore them constantly in 2025—you honestly couldn’t get me out of them. They fit like they were made for me, which is exactly why I love thrifting so much. I’ve yet to find anything that compares to these jeans anywhere else, not even on the Madewell website. The closest style I can find online is the Perfect Vintage Wide-Leg Crop Jean.
3.) Abercrombie NFL Lions Sweatshirt
I bought this NFL Lions sweatshirt from Abercrombie when football season started, and I wore it almost every Sunday. Even though the Lions’ season didn’t go the way I hoped, it’s still one of my favorite sweatshirts. It’s incredibly cozy and soft, and even after washing it a bunch of times, it hasn’t lost its softness at all.
4.) Wit & Wisdom Absolution Black Jeans
I was on the fence about whether or not I should buy these black jeans during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale because I already owned several pairs of black jeans. I’m so glad I went for it, because they quickly became my favorite pair.
They’re incredibly comfortable. I love the elastic waistband because it helps smooth out my midsection. They have a nice amount of stretch while still maintaining great structure. I was a little nervous about the length since the petite sizes were sold out, so I ordered the regular length instead. It ended up working out perfectly because I was able to trim them to the ideal length for me. Based on my recent experiences with petite sizing, I actually think the petite length would have been a bit too short anyway.
5.) Pursonic Hot Air Blower Brush
Last Christmas, I received a Nordstrom gift card and decided to finally treat myself to a blow-dryer brush. Since I’ve been wearing my hair straight more often, having a tool that gives me an easy, at-home blowout has been amazing. I use it almost every single day, so this purchase has brought a lot of value to my daily routine.
The exact blow-dryer brush I have isn’t currently in stock, but I’ve linked two similar options HERE and HERE.
6.) Quince Leather Woven Crossbody Purse
I have been loving the purses at Quince. I don’t need expensive designer purses, but I do appreciate a good quality leather handbag. This cognac-woven leather crossbody handbag was one that I had been eyeing for a while. I ended up finding it on Poshmark! It has become my everyday go-to purse.
7.) Ninja Blender
After years of being unsatisfied with my blenders, I finally decided it was time to buy a new one. I went with the Ninja BL660 Blender, and it’s been such a great upgrade. I love that it came with two smoothie cups, and the larger blender works almost like a food processor—so it really feels like the best of both worlds.
We use this blender almost every day for smoothies, but I also love using it to make hummus and other bean dips. I reach for it often when blending sauces and soups, too. Overall, this appliance has made my time in the kitchen so much easier. I ended up liking the brand so much that I even asked for a Ninja coffee maker for Christmas, which I’ve been loving as well.
8.) Quince Cropped Cardigan
I spotted this cardigan over the summer and knew I had to add it to my fall wishlist. I’m so glad I did because I’ve worn it nonstop! I included it in both my fall and winter capsule wardrobes, and it’s quickly become such a go-to everyday piece. What I love most is how versatile it is—I can wear it buttoned up, open, or even draped over my shoulders when it’s warmer outside.
9.) La Roche-Posay Double Repair Face Moisturizer
Last February, I added tretinoin to my evening skincare routine. I had been using over-the-counter retinol for a while, but I didn’t realize just how strong prescription tretinoin is. This moisturizer was recommended by the Budget Dermatologist in her YouTube video about how to use retinoid, and I ended up loving it! I have oily skin, and many moisturizers either cause breakouts or irritate my skin—but not this one. It’s amazing!
10.) Quince Bella Stretch Wide-Leg Jeans
This purchase is pretty recent, so I wasn’t sure if I should include it—but judging by how much I’ve already worn these jeans, I know they were worth it! My Bella Stretch Wide-Leg Jeans from Quince have been on heavy rotation in my wardrobe this winter. I also have them in the Relax Straight-Leg and Regular Straight-Leg styles. You can see how I compare all three in my YouTube video here! I’m confident these jeans will get plenty of wear in the year ahead.
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