Life is expensive with rents, groceries and student loans but that doesn't mean you can not splurge a little on smaller yet essential things to make you happy. The listed finds are all over the place with some essentials, few randomness and mostly things you didn't know you needed. Go through the list to elevate your style and upgrade your wholesome lifestyle.
JOURNAL
Leather Journal Writing Notebook By Moonster
Everybody needs the extra motivation to start writing. The classic vintage journal will help you preserve memories, look back and reminiscence. Explore your creative side with magazine cut outs, doodles or even a simple paragraph of daily fiction.
$23.95
ENERGY BAR
CLIF BAR - Mini Energy Bars - Crunchy Peanut Butter
I call CLIF BAR the complete food for millennial. It has been with me through thick & thin. I have had them while hiking the Angels Landing and on the subway to work . CLIF BAR never disappoints. Keep the CLIF BAR in your daily arsenal and forget about showing up hungry to an 8 o'clock meeting. Let's face it, you can never go wrong by adding some peanut butter to your life.
$11.28
UTILITY TOOL
Victorinox Swiss Army - Sportsman
A Swiss knife makes you feel inevitable. More times than not, it will save your life by opening the new amazon package or open that cheap bottle of wine. Most importantly, it looks so cool. You can customize a personalized message on the website to make it more memorable.
$22.99
GRILL PAN
GRILLA - IKEA
An affordable way to make grilled cheese, a no nonsense English Breakfast, corn cob and so much more. The grill stripes on the food are an added advantage.
$14.99
ENAMEL PIN
RipDesigns - 7 Outdoors Enamel Pins For Backpacks
Add pins to your backpack, your denim jacket or your woolen beanie to add the extra bit of character to your personal style. It's a great conversation starter.
$11.99
WATCHES
Casio Digital Sport Watch - W96H-3AV
It's a classic you can own for the price of two Chipotle bowls. 10 year battery life is more than the doctor ordered but what if you get stranded on an island? The watch won't die first.
$22.95
READING MATERIAL
Basketball (and Other Things): A Collection of Questions Asked, Answered, Illustrated
The book introduces basketball in a very different way. The book opens up your mind to approach basketball stars and situation differently. Even Obama loved it. Come for the illustration and stay for the writing of Shea Serrano. Check out the other book in the series: Movie (And Other Things).
$13.49
THE WARDROBE STAPLE
Men Dry-Ex Crew Neck Short-Sleeve T-Shirt
If your wardrobe was a sports team, then white t-shirt would have been the first name on the team-sheet. No one has ever gone wrong with a white t-shirt. It is an all occasion slam dunk. Just for safe measure, own more than one.
$19.90
WORKOUT BAG
Kuston Sports Gym Duffel Bag
If you go to the gym, you probably need a gym bag. If you don't go to the gym then you need to start doing that.
$24.99
DAD HAT
Men's Chicago Blackhawks Black Fundamental Adjustable Hat
The cap is a summer essential and the Blackhawks have the cleanest/ coolest logo in professional sports. So, it is a no brainer buy for the barbecue in the patio season.
$12.59
ONE WALLET FOR ALL
Vaultskin Chelsea Slim Wallet
Minimalist wallets are the future. They not only look clean but help you eradicate all the unwanted receipts from 2013. I use it and I endorse it.
$24.99
POWER BANK
Anker PowerCore 10000
The most essential gadget to rule the world in 2020 is your cell phone. You can not let your phone run out of charge. This is an Amazon Choice product amassing more than 21,000 votes and 4.5 star rating.
$24.99
PHOTO FRAME
Kieragrace Langford Photo Frame
If you are tired of the blank wall above your bed, then this is the upgrade for you. Fill up your room/ life with memories and art.
$13.99
WINE VACUUM STOPPER
Rabbit Wine and Beverage Bottle Stoppers
There are very few essentials in life but this is the one if you enjoy wine. Say hello to the affordable way of upgrading your home bar. It's not about complication but the simplicity.
$8.00
WIRELESS EARBUDS
Nexus York Z-Style Wireless Earbuds
The headphones are accessible and serves the purpose. Don't buy them if you want studio quality sound but it is a perfect workout partner. This is the price point if you keep losing earbuds like me.
$19.99
SMOOTHIE MAKER
Cincred Portable Smoothie Maker
Multipurpose smoothie maker with travel cup is a great choice. It is Amazon's choice too with over 2700 rating approvals.
$22.99
ROOM ESSENTIALS
DIY Lightbox Novelty LED Table Lamp
Fun cinema light box are inspired from the movie theaters of the past. Personalize them with your own message and add to the funk.
$19.99
HOME PUT
Upstreet Putting Mat
It is a great addition to your home office during self isolation or otherwise. There is no bad time to start improving your putting.
$13.95
INDOOR BATTLE ROYAL
Nerf Rival Takedown
Your living room is a battlefield and you're Owen Wilson from Behind Enemy Lines. It has pump action, breech-load, 8-round capacity, 90 FPS, 8 Nerf Rival Rounds, say no more.
$21.49
TRUNK ACTION
Microfiber Stretch Low Rise Trunk
Nothing feels as good as a fresh pair of the greatest underwear of all time. If you're trying to build a great wardrobe, the hustle starts right here. Calvin Klein changed men's underwear game and the iconic trunk is a real gamechanger.
$14.00