The Universe Has No Budget

We’re in the midst of the Lion’s Gate season, which is apparently a prime manifesting time. I personally love these moments throughout the year. Whether you believe in the power of the stars or not, it’s a great reminder to set aside intentional time to get clear on some goals, write down anything you want to let go of or release, and dream without any limitations.

On August 8th, you can bet I’ll be doing a little ceremony to get clear on everything I’d like to bring into my life, that doesn’t necessarily include material items. I like to find at least 30 minutes (harder to do with a little babe), light a candle and play some calming music, write down everything I’m letting go of and everything I’m bringing in. I burn the list of the things I’m releasing and with the list of things I’m inviting, I fold the paper towards me multiple times and set the folded paper under my incense holder and light the incense. Is this at all the right method? Who knows! But I love the ritual and I do believe I have manifested a lot of the things I’ve written down.

But purely just for fun, as I was washing my face this morning I was thinking if I could show up to this Lion’s Gate and be granted any 10 products for the upcoming season, what would I choose?

Here’s a roundup of my ~*material*~ Lion’s Gate wishlist.

No. 1 – A vintage car. I’m in my mom mobile era and it’s the first time I’ve driven a car that has bluetooth and a back-up camera. I’m looking forward to driving an old car again and this time it’ll be a Porsche 911, a British Racing Green Mini Cooper, or a Mercedes 560SL convertible.

No. 2 – An espresso machine. I dream daily of the La Marzocco Linea Mini and this sleek Fellow one. I was also using my sister’s the other day and it was SO delish, she has the Breville Barista.

No. 3 – The perfect fall jacket. You know I love this Ralph Lauren bomber, this one has been on the wishlist for about 2 years and it’s even cuter in blue, the ultimate chic fall coat with the best sleeves, and the Sailor Coat of my dreams.

No. 4 – A vintage watch. Either going with Cartier, Rolex, or Gucci, obviously lol. But I will say, I love these vintage inspired ones too. I have this one currently that I love.

No. 5 – An original piece of art. If the Picasso’s and Monet’s are taken, here are some current favorites. “I’ll Meet You There” by Danielle Kosann. Really any by Chad Etting. And “Siren in the Deep Emerald” by Brittany Ferns.

No. 6 – A signature scent created specifically for me. In the meantime, these ones are pretty close. Beach Walk by Maison Margiela, Neroli 36 or Violette 30 by Le Labo, or this one for the bottle alone…

No. 7 – The skincare lineup of my dreams. The holy grail face oil. Everyone’s fave face cream. Have heard so many great things about this balm. And maybe a device as well? Suggestions?

No. 8 – A sweater made to cozy up in daily. I have my eye on this polo one in the chicest knit, La Ligne never fails – this one is perfection. And lastly, I’ve been dying for a Guest in Residence one… either the Cozy Crew or the Baseball Oversized Crew, obsessed. And Lion’s Gate portal or not, we should all own a J.Crew rollneck!

No. 9 – A collection of matching tableware. The Ginori 1735 Oriente Italiano collection is everything to me.

No. 10 – A Jacquemus bag. Either the Small Valérie in a fun color or the raffia Turismo.

Honorable Mention – Custom Painted Bode Couch. The one they made for Kendall Jenner haunts me. Which reminds me, have you seen this renovation done by a group of friends from art school? It’s INCREDIBLE. They hand-painted a couch themselves which I think I may need to do to one of my white couches.

Is that too much to ask?

I will say, having a daughter makes me think of all the fun heirloom pieces I could pass down to her. Even if it’s just GAP crewnecks or an LL.Bean tote. I invite you to make your own dream list. I’m always adding to mine just for the romance and whimsy of it all. And hey, maybe you’ll even check something off your list this Lion’s Gate portal.

xx,
P.K.

P.S. I do want to know, what’s one thing on your list?