It never fails - each year on my birthday, my mom is completely clueless as to what to get me. Don't get me wrong - her presence is present enough - but there's always some big drama about how she doesn't know exactly what to get. Generally, she over thinks every single aspect of the potential present. I find this oddly hilarious, especially considering that for the majority of my life, it was just she and I (all the time).
Of course, it's also hilarious since I live nearly every aspect of my life online and am effusive about the styles that I love. Heck, my mom's even on Twitter! Where the disconnect is, I'll never know. So, this year to avoid any confusion, I've decided to make my mother (and anyone else who might be interested procuring the perfect present for my 28th birthday (June 3rd, mark your calendar), here's a shortlist of products that I'm currently coveting, beginning clockwise from top left.
Hayden-Harnett Beautiful Dead Scarf, $78
When it comes to skulls, pirates and Halloween, I get pretty sentimental. My college best friend instilled in me a deep love for all three (or any combination thereof), so naturally I've fallen completely head over heels for this piece from Hayden-Harnett's Pirates of the Caribbean collection.
Tom Ford's Neroli Portofino, $35 - $465
Honestly, anything Tom Ford is a slam dunk. The man can do no wrong (I'm sure even if he tried). From the cat eye sunnies that I refuse to stop wearing, to Black Orchid, I prefer to live my life covered in Tom Ford. Naturally, a summer fragrance is exactly what I need to round out my collection.
Anything and everything from Colette Malouf
Colette Malouf is one of the most genius women that I've had the pleasure of meeting. She creates stunning hair accessories out of seemingly delicate materials that are manage to combine the rare quality of statement pieces and making the woman wearing the piece seem intrinsically more beautiful. If you aren't familiar with her line, get acquainted and start collecting.
Dolce & Gabbana Red Leopard Sunglasses, $260
To be fair, I need another pair of sunglasses like I need a hole in the head, however if I did, they'd be these stunners by Dolce & Gabbana. In fact, I feel pretty confident that in the coming years, I'll still remember this particular pair of sunglasses (and the accompanying Naomi Campbell advertisements). Sometimes, the heart wants what the heart wants.
Guerlain L'Instant, $73 - $118
Through the years, Guerlain's L'Instant has been the one fragrance that has remained on my "must" list. Every time I go into a Sephora, I inevitably end up spritzing it on or taking home a sample, but I've never purchased a bottle to take home. It's a perfect scent for spring and the early days of summer, with notes of citrus, honey and my personal favorite, amber. Divine.
Neroli Pyramid Stud Earrings, $62
As my friend Dina likes to say (about herself), I've become a cliche. In the foreseeable future, I don't really anticipate a time where I won't love pyramid studs. To me, there's no better pyramid stud-loving brand than Noir, so these earrings are a natural fit, not to mention the fact that they take my love and multiply it. Perfect.
Are there any other Geminis out there? If so, what's on your birthday wish list?
Why does this always happen to me? It starts with staring at navy patent pointy toe flats and it ends up with me browsing the technology accessories on Nordstrom. I've become entranced by this 
