Hot Mess Must-Haves: My Amazon Picks for Surviving Chaos in Style
- upperclasstrashpod
- 2 days ago
- 2 min read
Hey, it’s Nikki — your certified Hot Mess CEO here, and I’m bringing you the real-life Amazon haul that’s keeping me sane, stylish, and (somewhat) checked-in during the chaos of everyday life. Because if we’re going to survive this thing called life, we’re going to look good doing it.
✨ Why I’m Doing This
Between recording the Upper Class Trash podcast, managing merch, and navigating the mom-life meltdown with a latte in one hand and a notebook in the other — I realized: I don’t just want to get by, I want to get by fabulously. That means picking up tools, gear, and little luxuries that make chaos feel a little more like planned mayhem, and less like “where did I leave my phone” again.
So here are 5 Amazon finds I swear by — with my affiliate links so you can use ’em too (and yes, I make a small commission if you buy — at no extra cost to you!).
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1. Productivity Powerhouse: A Portable Ring Light
When you’re filming podcast episodes from every corner of your living room (and maybe a closet when the kids are in Zoom), good lighting is everything. A ring light that clips easily, adjusts brightness, and travels is my secret weapon.https://amzn.to/4hCWS9M
2. “Hot Mess CEO” Hoodie (because merch isn’t just for customers)
Yes, I’m including my own brand here. But hear me out: when you’re wearing something that speaks your truth (“Hot Mess CEO”) — even when you’re knee-deep in laundry or kids’ crafts — you carry yourself differently. Confidence is the best accessory.
3. Comfy Lounge Set (Because Sometimes “Office” = Couch)
Real talk: Some days your “office” is a couch, car, or kitchen island. A lounge set that looks photo-ready and feels like pajamas is a game changer.
4. Stylish Tumbler That Holds All The Caffeine
You’re juggling content creation, shipping merch, and maybe a toddler meltdown. A tumbler that keeps your drink hot (or cold) for hours is survival gear. Bonus points if it matches your brand vibe.
5. A Quick-Read Journal for That “CEO” Brain Dump
When your brain is overflowing with podcast ideas, merch designs, and “why did I do this” moments — a mini journal is your anchor. Write down one idea, one goal, one “I’m proud of doing this” moment per day. Brain-dump = therapy.
🌟 Final Word
You might be living that hot mess life — but you can survive it in style. These Amazon picks don’t fix everything (spoiler: nothing ever will). But they add a little polish to the mess, take a little stress off, and make you feel like the CEO you are.
Here’s to owning our chaos, laughing through it, designing our days — and doing it in something comfy that says “I may be messy, but I’m moving.”
Stay fabulous. Stay hot mess.
— Nikki
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