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Things I'd Tell My Younger Self to Buy Once (Not Repeatedly)
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things I wish I'd invested in earlier
quality essentials that would've saved me money, stress, and replacement purchases
Sections
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A Proper Backpack
 
Shoes you Can Actually Walk In
 
A Real Coat
 
One Good Charger
 
A Skincare Product That's Gentle, Not Trendy
 
Sleep is an Investment

A Proper Backpack

one good bag costs less than five broken ones

 
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because carrying a bag that doesn't collapse or peel after six months quietly changes how capable you feel every day
Matt And Nat Vegan Backpack
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because British weather….
Rains Waterproof Backpack
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because a structured bag saves your shoulders and your tech long-term
Fjallraven Kanken Laptop
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Shoes you Can Actually Walk In

fashion fades fast when your feet hurt 

 
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because you'll walk more than you thing, and blisters ruin everything
New Balance 530
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because neutral shoes that go with everything stop you overbuying trend pairs
Old Skool Shoes
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because one sturdy boot can replace three filmsy ones
1460 Vegan Lace Up Boots in Black
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A Real Coat

being cold makes everything harder than it needs to be 

 
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because layering properly makes winter survivable, not dramatic
Uniqlo Lightweight Down Jacket
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because staying dry is more important than looking aesthetic
Waterproof Trench Coat
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because a well-cut coat makes even simple outfits feel intentional
Arket Wool Blend Coat
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One Good Charger

cheap cables are false economy 

 
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because dead phone anxiety is avoidable
Anker Power Bank
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because cheap cables cost more in replacements than one good one
Apple Fast Charger Usb C
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because fighting over sockets is unnecessary stress
Belkin Multi-Port Charger
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A Skincare Product That's Gentle, Not Trendy

barrier repair > viral ingredients 

 
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because your skin barrier doesn't need drama, it needs consistency
The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser
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because hydration fixes more problems than harsh treatments ever will
The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid
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because calm skin is worth protecting
Toleriane Sensitive skin moisturiser
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Sleep is an Investment

good sleep changes everything else 

 
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because nervous systems deserve support, not just productivity hacks
Harlow Weighted Blanket
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because good sleep is not a luxury, it's maintenance
Blackout Curtains
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One Notebook You Finish

scattered notes equal scattered thinking 

 
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because finishing one notebook feels better than half-filling five
Leuchtturm 1917
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when something feels personal, you actually use it
Papier Hardback Journal
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structure helps when your thoughts feels scattered
Moleskine Classic Notebook
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A Wallet That Lasts

replacing wallets every year adds up 

 
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because replacing peeling wallets every year is exhausting
Matt And Nat Wallet
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quality you touch daily should last
Vegan Leather Wallet
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slim and secure is better than bulky and choatic
Rfid Card Holder
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