Products I've Seen on Social Media That I Want (but won't buy for myself)
I'll be honest, as a 40-something'ish year old woman, I don't post regularly on my personal social media...if at all. In my professional life, yes, daily posting is a thing. But when my laptop is put away for the day and I get a couple of minutes after dinner is done and the kitchen is clean and homework is finished, I grab my phone, log onto social media, and the only thing I feel like doing is scrolling through endless reels. I don't have think...I don't have to answer any questions or form any thoughts. It's blissful to just sit and let my mind go.
Glass Simmering Saucepan
I love simmering pots. There's something so cozy and warm on cold days as you're tidying up around the house or when you're taking a moment for yourself while reading a book on the couch and smelling the beautiful fragrance of a pot simmering on the stove. It's a natural, fresh smell and it reminds me of my grandmother's house when I was younger.
I've seen glass pots and saucepans on many different social media reels and there's something about the pot being glass and seeing the contents float around that gives it such an elegant look over the typical metal pot that I would normally use. Would I use this glass pot for cooking pasta sauce or gravy...no, I wouldn't. But, I don't want it for regular cooking - I want it for the aesthetic and the smile I'll get from looking at it simmering on my stove as I pass by with a basket of laundry.
Stovetop Deep Fryer Pot
What do I love about this stovetop deep fryer? Everything! To me it makes the deep frying process seem easier somehow. The basket goes inside, making it easier and less of a hassle to remove food. Also the fact that it's compact and has a lid - meaning it's not an open pot of hot oil - makes it appear like it's a safer way to deep fry.
I'll admit, it's a very rare occurrence when I deep fry something, but there are times where I want to be a fun mom and make my own french fries or chicken nuggies for my child. And if you like to go camping, like we do, it can also be used outdoors on a campfire stove or bbq grill. Another plus is that it can be used to strain and contain bacon grease instead of rinsing it down your kitchen sink drain (yeah, I do that).
Fuzzy & Fluffy Memory Foam Slippers
I know what you're thinking...slippers??? What woman actually wants slippers as a gift? Me. I do. I want slippers. Besides, I prefer to think of them more as happy feet clouds than slippers (it's all about perspective). I want to wear something fluffy and soft and cute that makes me feel less feral as I shuffle around the house putting laundry away or putzing around the kitchen. And, if you don't have a hyper and weird obsession with pink accessories like I do, these come in a variety of different colors to match any woman's style and personality.
Charcuterie Serving Set with Lid
It's okay if you don't know how to pronounce or even spell "charcuterie", what does matter is that when you show up to family functions and gatherings, all the other woman there will be jealous. Besides making others envious, this charcuterie serving set is actually very practical. I can't tell you how many times I have made a charcuterie board on some type of plastic serving platter and the first left turn I make in the car on the way to my destination jostles all of the food around, ruining my pretty display. That doesn't make others envious....it makes them embarrassed for you.
This all-in-one charcuterie serving set comes with a lid for easy carrying, utensils, hidden drawers, and is made from bamboo. I love it and I want it and it makes me happy just looking at it.
Self-Heating Coffee Mug
This self-heating coffee mug is definitely something I would never buy for myself. Maybe it's because I'm just so used to waking up in the morning, making a cup of coffee, taking a few warm first sips, and then hurrying to get ready, forgetting about my coffee in the process. Drinking it cold has just become normal that I can't justify spending any money on something that would purely just be a convenience. But, if I had a mug that kept my coffee automatically warm, I would absolutely love it and use it everyday.
What I love about this particular self-warming mug is that it's easy - there's no app or password - you can literally just turn it on and it starts to heat. It's the optimal set it and forget about it. And when I finally do remember that I have a half-drunk cup of coffee waiting, it will be there to greet me like a warm hug.
Rotary Cheese & Vegetable Grater
I'll be honest, I want this only so that I can grate cheese. Yes, it has many other different blades so that you can grate vegetables and such, but I doubt I would ever use it for that. I would use it to grate cheese, however. I buy so many bags of shredded and grated cheese that I forget I have them - which means they go bad and then I buy more bags. I would much rather buy blocks of cheese and grate only what I need at that time. It's cheaper and it reduces waste.
I love that this grater attaches to countertops with a suction cup and it comes with a food pusher that protects your fingers. I can't tell you how many times I have nicked and sliced my fingertips while using a handheld grater. The blades are also stainless steel and rust resistant.
Morphe MUA Eye & Face Makeup Brushes
I am not a "designer brand" makeup person. I am a drugstore makeup person. I can count on one hand how many times I have walked into an Ulta or Sephora store and actually purchased something. It's not because there's anything wrong with "designer" makeup brands or that I look down on anyone who purchases it. I would honestly love to be that person and be able to buy expensive makeup. But, I'm not...I can't afford it. I buy my makeup and my makeup brushes at the drugstore.
This Morphe Makeup Brush set is definitely a luxury item and I would love to spoil myself with it. Somehow putting on drugstore makeup with these brushes would make me feel that my makeup actually looks good and that I look good. Am I allowed to call myself bougie if I have these brushes??? I want to be bougie.
Angry Momma Microwave Cleaner
There's something about this Angry Momma Microwave Cleaner that I absolutely love! Maybe because she reminds myself of me when I'm trying to clean my microwave (pissed off) or maybe it's because it's cute and would inspire me to clean my microwave more often. I don't know but I want it. It's definitely not an expensive or luxury item - it's actually very cheap. It's a convenience thing again. But if someone bought it for me, I would be joyous and would definitely use it!
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