Welcome to our series showcasing some of our Marie Claire editors' fashion and beauty purchases this month. You'll discover the seasonal basics anchoring our wardrobes and the beauty buys that have us reconsidering our routines.
The new year is officially upon us, and we’re stocking our shopping carts with essentials that will help us embrace a fresh start. Entertainment Director Neha Prakash plans to round out her cold-weather capsule wardrobe with a fuzzy jacket that balances style and comfort. Fashion Editor Lauren Tappan aims to leave dull skin in the past using a highly-rated moisturizer packed with nourishing ingredients. Meanwhile, Beauty Director Hannah Baxter just invested in plush loafers that are guaranteed to outlast every other shoe trend.
Keep scrolling for a list of 10 products we can’t live without this month.
"Did you know it’s good luck to wear red in the new year? Well, it is! But regardless, I’ve been on the hunt for the perfect red Mary Janes and I finally found them in this pair from Coach. The classic shape, block heel, and patent leather make them a great balance of contemporary and vintage. I may or may not have worn them on New Year’s Day to usher in some good energy for 2025, but I’m looking forward to wearing them all winter long with colored tights and into spring with knee-high socks."—Sadie Bell, Senior Culture Editor
"Whenever I’m not in the mood to deal with my hair, I often whip my curls into an easygoing slicked-back style that doesn’t require a ton of effort. With smooth and sturdy boar bristles, La Bonne Brosse’s N.01 Shine & Care Brush helps me to do just that. Plus, this tool is crafted with keratin-rich fibers, so it leaves my strands looking extra shiny."—Lauren Tappan, Fashion Editor
"I still haven't quite recovered from the news that Saks Potts, my favorite label at Copenhagen Fashion Week, is shutting down this spring after a decade in business. So I decided to start the year like any fashion collector would: re-buying my favorite piece, the easygoing Serena Polo, in another color. It's made from cloud-soft cotton and has the oversized, collegiate fit of a borrowed-from-my-boyfriend rugby shirt. Most importantly, it's a collector's item—the gray one I purchased has already sold out. It's the sort of basic with a dash of personality I'm going to cherish forever."—Halie LeSavage, Senior News Editor (Fashion & Beauty)
"As an avid music enthusiast, I consider my trusty headphones to be somewhat of a fashion accessory. I wear them constantly, and when they’re not covering my ears, they’re attached to my tote like a trendy bag charm. My favorite pair is the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 Noise-Canceling Headphones. The premium audio quality is exceptional—I’ve never experienced music so clear and immersive in my life. While this high-tech device is quite the investment, it's worth every single penny."—Lauren Tappan, Fashion Editor
"Temperatures are dropping in New York, which means that my hands and cuticles are bound to get dry. So, I’ve repurchased my favorite remedy, L'occitane’s Shea Butter Hand Cream. This revitalizing formula is thick, but not at all greasy. For that very reason, I always carry the big 5oz tube in my handbag."—Jonelle Afurong, Junior Visual Designer
"This cream jacket is the definition of style meets substance. It’s unbelievably soft, surprisingly warm, and boasts a slouchy silhouette and cropped fit. I don't mind when it’s covering up my look because actually, it is the look."—Neha Prakash, Entertainment Director
"Although I have a serious shoe problem, I'm also at the age where I'm not willing to sacrifice comfort for a new pair. That's why these absolutely delicious Jamie Haller chukkas caught my eye. They're so buttery soft I basically feel like I'm wearing slippers around the city, and the deep espresso shade is the loveliest alternative to classic black. I'm 100 percent living in them until summer."—Hannah Baxter, Beauty Director
"On a mission to enter the new year with glistening skin, I snagged a jar of Glow Recipe’s Cloudberry Bright Moisture Cream. Its antioxidant-rich formula has helped to give my face an extra boost of hydration while managing to even out my skin tone."—Lauren Tappan, Fashion Editor
"My Smythson Soho planner is my desert island item: the accessory I'm lost without. With each new year comes a new Soho, and for 2025 I picked up a poppy turquoise version (complete with my gold-embossed initials, which always makes me feel fancy). Yes, it's an investment, but it makes your to-do lists feel satisfyingly achievable. And there's something about the way pens scratch the Featherweight paper...It's basically ASMR."—Jenny Hollander, Digital Director
"I tend to wear delicate gold chains and more classic jewelry, but as soon as I saw this beaded gemstone necklace from Missoma's Harris Reed collab, I had to have it. The unique design reminds me of a Claddagh necklace, and I can see this working with so many spring and summer outfits since I tend to wear a ton of blue and green shades."—Kristin Contino, Senior Royal and Celebrity Editor