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    28 Things I Bet No One Will Believe You Got For Less Than $20

    Including a cute dress reviewers confirm is a great wedding guest option. 👀

    1. A pair of retro-inspired sunglasses giving off some big "I'm the main character" vibes. And that's the energy we want to bring through the rest of the year (and beyond). 

    reviewer wears retro rectangle-style tortoise shell sunglasses
    reviewer wears same style sunglasses while wearing a white bucket hat

    Promising review: "I had originally seen these pair of glasses on TikTok and was very eager to buy them and let me tell you, they did NOT disappoint. They are very sturdy, fashionable, and look like a high-end pair of glasses." —Alejandra Larios

    Get a two-pack from Amazon for $12.95 (available in 31 colors and packs).

    2. Cuccio cuticle oil that not only works to help to nourish your nails, add some shine, and help with hangnails, brittleness, and breakage, but the bottle is also gorgeous and will act as decor sitting out on your vanity.

    reviewer's hand holding the bottle of cuticle oil
    reviewer's long healthy looking nails and cuticles

    Promising review: "My nails were very weak, splitting, and breaking after years of having gel polish on them. So, I had the gel removed and let my nails breathe for about four months. About two months in, I purchased this cuticle oil, and suddenly, my nails not only stopped splitting and cracking, but they actually grew long and strong with no polish on them at all!! I've NEVER had long, natural nails before, so my only conclusion is that this cuticle oil was the reason for the vast improvement in my nail health (no other changes in diet, etc.). I also like how it feels and smells. It goes a long ways, but when I run out, I'll be buying this brand again!" —Susan M.

    Get it from Amazon for $5.01+ (available in 12 scents and three sizes).

    3. split-hem midi you can *totally* wear to that next fancy wedding you're invited to, and nobody will be able to tell how little you paid for it. You may walk around cocktail hour with a smug little smile on your face every time someone comes up to tell you how much they love your dress.

    reviewer wearing the green dress
    reviewer wearing the dress in black

    Promising review: "I RECEIVED SO MANY COMPLIMENTS ON THIS DRESS when I wore it to a wedding. Firstly, the price is everything. It is so affordable and looks like many of the other more expensive satin midi dresses on the market right now. Secondly, the comfort was incredible. This dress is made out of some sort of stretchable, soft, comfortable satin material that really gave the dress an amazing comfortability. The stretchy fabric made it feel so comfortable and easy to wear all evening. My dress did start to have some pilling after a few wears, but it is not very noticeable and is not preventing me from wearing it out again! BUY THIS DRESS!" —Nell Borys

    Get it from Amazon for $18.99 (available in women's sizes XS–XL and 11 colors).

    4. A wire countertop basket for an understated yet sophisticated centerpiece that screams, "I bought all these limes just for show," which is one of the fanciest things I've ever heard.

    Promising review: "This is so cute, and I love it. I keep it right in the middle of my kitchen table. It looks nice, and I like to keep different stuff in it depending on the season. It’s very light weight and looks expensive." —Brittany

    Get it from Amazon for $18.99 (available in four styles).

    5. ruched crop top designed with a drawstring down the middle that lets you customize how cropped it is. I can pretty much guarantee this will be your favorite top from now until the leaves start falling.

    reviewer in green with the top full cropped
    reviewer in pink with the drawstring loose

    Promising review: "This top is super on trend and comfortable! I love that the front had a drawstring so you can control how cropped you want the top! Fits very well!" —Katherine Issever

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in women's sizes L–4X and four colors).

    6. A set of cylindrical wineglasses with such a modern and elegant look, you'll shock your friends when they come over for wine night. And I can't guarantee it, but I'm *pretty* sure these glasses will make your $5 bottle of wine taste a littleeeee bit better.

    A cylinder shaped stemmed clear wine glass with pink gin in it
    The glass with white wine in it

    Joy Jolt is a small business that offers modern and pop culture-themed drinkware and other kitchen products. 

    Promising review: "Beautiful wineglasses. I am obsessed. They are so modern and elegant. The quality is really nice. They arrived very well packaged. Definitely worth the money." —Maybeline

    Get a set of two from Amazon for $16.10 (available in three styles, all under $20). 

    7. An adjustable mini belted pack that'll be your go-to option almost every time you leave the house. You can wear it around your waist or shoulder, and it's roomy enough to hold all your essentials when you're on-the-go. OH! And many reviewers say it has a striking resemblance (👀) to a similar bag you may find at a store that's affectionately known as Lulu that retails for more than twice the price!

    Reviewer with black buckled fanny pack across their shoulder and chest
    Reviewer opening the fanny pack to show pockets on teh inside

    Promising review: "I love the spaciousness yet compactness of this cross body/ fanny. I saw it on TikTok and read all the reviews — it really does live up to the hype!!" —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $16.98 (available in 31 colors). 

    8. A set of chunky dome rings, a must-have for anyone who wants a trendy set that will pair well with any outfit. Wear all three at once or mix and match whichever ones you're currently feeling.

    a reviewer wearing the plain dome ring and signet ring
    the same reviewer wearing the croissant ring

    Promising review: "So far, I absolutely love these rings! I’ve washed my hands with them on twice, but I would air on the side of caution and avoid that as much as possible since they aren’t real gold. But they’re the perfect chunky gold rings and so fun!! I’ve had them for a month now, and I don’t see any tarnishing." —The Tester

    Get the set of three from Amazon for $9.68+ (available in ring sizes 5–10 and in two styles).

    9. A satin pillowcase that'll make your bed look nicer, even if you don't have the energy to make it in the morning. Plus, the fabric is said to help reduce frizz *and* help your skin retain moisture while you sleep, so you will *in fact* be getting beauty sleep.

    the white pillowcase with colored terrazzo print all over it
    Kitsch

    Kitsch is a woman-founded small business that specializes in hair accessories and tools to make every day a good hair day! 

    Promising review: "I ordered myself three pillowcases, and, essentially, my husband and daughter decided they needed their own. 👌 They’re very soft, durable, and don’t fall apart after being washed a few times. They look sleek and look A LOT more expensive than they are." —Megan S.

    Get it from Amazon or Kitsch for $18.99 (available in 11 colors). 

    10. A "Bartender's Guide" tapestry you can hang over your bar cart you told yourself you'd use "all the time." That was, until you realized you don't know how to make all those fancy drinks. Now, with this chic piece of decor, you can whip up a Tom Collins and impress all your guests.

    A hanging fabric tapestry with painted images of cocktails and instructions for how to make them
    Urban Outfitters

    Promising review: "My roommates and I hung this up in our kitchen. It’s so fun. We get so many compliments on it when people come over. The drinks taste pretty good, too." —bridger02

    Get it from Urban Outfitters for $19

    11. A initial and paper clip chain necklace set to help you achieve that perfectly layered look you see your fave influencers rock all the time, but whenever you try with multiple of your own, the necklaces usually end up all jumbled and tangled together. With this, you won't have to think at all and can just add the necklaces to your outfit for an elegant final touch.

    a reviewer wearing the necklace set with the initial
    a different reviewer wearing the necklace with the initial

    Promising review: "I absolutely love this necklace. I don't have a single bad thing to say about it, which is a very rare thing for me. I was very skeptical with buying jewelry on Amazon, but it was such a nice surprise. When I got in the mail, I was extremely happy with my purchase. Would highly recommend to anyone that wants an affordable, cute, gold initial necklace. It looks very luxurious, very high-end, and I love the packaging; it was super cute, and I just love everything about this company and would definitely would buy from them again. I highly recommend this necklace." —Jamie Beebe

    Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in 26 letters).

    12. A jewelry stand that'll give you a ~hand~ in keeping your ring collection organized while also being an incredibly interesting piece of decor. And as a bonus, you'll actually remember all those cute rings you've collected over the years.

    Reviewer's neon pink plastic hand is shown holding jewelry
    Reviewer's clear plastic hand is shown holding jewelry

    Promising review: "I love this product so much, I was actually a little surprised at how amazing the quality was when it arrived! The fingers are slightly different sizes so you can store different sizes of rings, and they're spaced perfectly so I could fit all of my bulkier rings as well. The product is a hard plastic type of a material, and doesn't feel like it could break easily. It's also nice and sturdy so you don't have to worry about your rings flying everywhere if you accidentally bump it. Definitely gonna buy more soon to fit my other ring. 💕 I highly recommend purchasing!!" —Kitty

    Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in eight colors).

    13. A tie-dye cami maxi for the perfect summer dress you'll find yourself wearing at least once a week. Keep it casual with sandals for a cute day look and then dress it up with heels for a night out on the town.

    model wearing the purple tie-dye cami dress
    Forever 21

    Get it from Forever 21 for $15 (available in women's sizes 1X-3X). 

    14. face vase enabling you to indulge in one of your favorite hobbies — picking up a bouquet of flowers every time you're at the grocery store or farmers market. Just think how happy you'll be selecting the perfect flowers and then trotting home to add them to this cute lil' vase. That sounds like a great day, if you ask me.

    A white vase depicting the bottom half of a face with its head in its hands
    Emma Lord/BuzzFeed

    BuzzFeed shopping writer Emma Lord says, "I purchased this because I have a lil' Friday tradition of going to Trader Joe's and buying the $3.99 "petite bouquets" (Alexa, play "Flowers" by Miley Cyrus!!), and it is the absolute perfect size for a mini bouquet. It is a treat to look at on my windowsill, 11/10 recommend for anyone who wants a bright spot in their living room!"

    Promising review: "The vase is very nice, with and without flowers. It looks really good in my living room!" —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $13.78

    15. A shoulder bag ideal for anyone who wants a chic purse option that doesn't break the bank. This one will go with just about any outfit and will hold all your essentials, no problem.

    Promising review: "The strap is nice, and the gold zipper makes it look a lil' more expensive! It fits a good amount, and overall, I'm very happy with my purchase!" —Kamdyn DeFranco

    Get it from Amazon for $14.98+ (available in 20 colors, all under $20). 

    16. An urban map glass with an etching of your city (or just your favorite city) you'll feel so, so, so, so sophisticated sipping whiskey from and reminiscing about the good 'ole days. 

    Three clear glasses with maps of Los Angeles, Chicago, and NYC in white
    Uncommon Goods

    Plus, they're dishwasher-safe!

    Promising review: "This is the perfect unique glass that subtly pays homage to your home city. The perfect gift for anyone who loves one of the cities listed. Love, love, love!" —Rin

    Get it from Uncommon Goods for $18 (available in 38 cities).

    17. A stackable oval gem ring reviewers swear is such great quality that many wear on vacation or days they just don't want to wear their actual wedding ring. It'll look so beautiful on, and you won't be devastated if it accidentally falls into the ocean and you have swim around looking for it.

    Reviewer wearing an oval gem gold plated ring
    Reviewer wearing rose gold plated verison

    Check out a TikTok of the ring in action. 

    Promising review: "I order all the jewelry from Pavoi, and this was another ring to add to the collection! I’ve been wearing it every day. The quality is great, and you can’t beat the price!" —Angela Israel

    Get it from Amazon for $14.95 (available in four plates and sizes 5–10). 

    18. A beautiful plant mister you can use to help clean any dust off the leaves of your fave plant (because we all have one clear favorite, right??), and it may also help with propagation. 

    the black and gold plant misterr
    Urban Outfitters

    Get it from Urban Outfitters for $18 (available in two colors). 

    19. A pair of small textured metal hoop earrings that for less than $10 will become your new favorites. They're simple yet the texture adds a nice detail that will add some sophistication to any outfit you wear them with.

    Image of gold earrings
    Image of gold earrings
    Target

    Promising review: "SO STUNNING! Chic babes!!! Closet staple!!! They look amazing with everythingggg! I mean it! Casual, sporty, fancy, you name it! Do yourself a favor and add to cart!!" —Alomi

    Get them from Target for $7.99.

    20. luxury-scented candle capable of making your home feel more luxurious without having to buy one of those pricey, pricey styles. Reviewers love the look *and* smell of this one, calling it "heavenly." 

    Lulu Candles is a small business offering candles, diffusers, perfumes, and more. 

    Promising review: "I was staying over at a friend's house and sitting next to her coffee table. She had this candle on the table, and even though it wasn't lit, I could smell it, and it was so delicious that I instantly went online to find it and bought it for myself! If this came in a perfume, I would buy enough to last the rest of my life. I don't know how to even explain the scent, but if you are an amber/patchouli/vanilla fan, this is absolutely for you. The jasmine adds an unbelievable freshness without a flowery scent. I even bought the shampoo and conditioner which I will probably use as more of a body wash and shaving cream, but that is how desperate I am to get this scent on me! When burnt, the candle has a nice strong smell, and it burns really nicely. Even though this is a little expensive, it is worth every penny because I've never smelled anything like it." —Melissa I. 

    Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (available in 34 scents). 

    21. A printed T-shirt I'm pretty sure people will just assume you picked up in a fancy department store in Paris. And you don't have to correct them if they do. You secret is safe with me. 🤫

    model wearing the white shirt with black stripes
    H&M

    Get it from H&M for $9.99 (available in women's sizes XS–XL and in four styles). 

    22. A set of colorful boho-inspired coasters *almost* too pretty to set your drinks on. But they're made with tin and have cork on the bottom to protect your furniture from those dreaded drink rings.

    A close up of four coasters with various nature-inspired images
    Celiya Home/Etsy

    Celiya Home is a UK-based small business specializing in home decor, candles,  and prints.

    Promising review: "These are beautiful and made me feel so boujee! My other half said they’re more like art than coasters!" —Sarah Devlin

    Get it from Celiya Home on Etsy for $14.32+ (available in sets of four or six and with a tin box).

    23. A set of Chillhouse tips you can apply yourself at home but that everyone will think you paid a fortune for at the salon. And all that money you saved can go toward other fun things, including happy hour with friends.

    the set of blue ombre nails
    model wearing the tips

    Get it from Ban.do for $16 (available in eight styles). 

    24. A set of amber soap dispensers because nothing says "I HAVE A LOT OF MONEY" like sleek nonlabeled soap dispensers, even if you got the soap inside from CVS with your 40% off coupon.

    Promising review: "These are amazing soap dispensers. The amber glass is sturdy and strong, and the pump works great. They're easy to fill and they look so good on your bathroom or kitchen countertop. Highly recommend!" —Emily

    Get a two-pack from Amazon for $15.99 (available in four different pump colors).

    25. A bodycon button-up you'll reach for this summer on those extra hot days when the thought of putting an outfit together makes you start to sweat. And you'll feel so stylish as you go about your day.

    Promising review: "This is legit! Super comfortable and fits great, plus it can be dressed up or down." —Nya Spence 

    Get it from Amazon for $15.46+ (available in women's sizes S–XXL and in five colors). 

    26. cherry toilet brush because you're an adult with adult money, so that means you totally can and *should* buy a fun toilet brush that adds some personality to your bathroom. Bathroom decor doesn't have to be boring.

    gif of reviewer taking the brush out of its holder
    the cherry toilet brush in a reviewer's bathroom

    Check out a TikTok of the cherry toilet brush in action.

    Promising review: "This toilet brush makes me want to clean my toilet. It is so cute, exactly what I wanted, and works perfectly!! Fits nicely into my bathroom decor. It was delivered in perfect condition, and I've used it three times now. If you're thinking about buying this...do it!" —Michelle Maroon

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99

    27. A sunglass case with a thin profile but will actually protect your sunglasses from getting scratched up in your purse by your keys as you go about your day. Pretty sure it will basically give off "stealth wealth" when you meet someone for lunch and pull this out to put your sunglasses in, even if your sunglasses are the knock-offs you scored for $10 from that street vendor.

    the sunglasses case in black, grey, white, and pink
    Zora Botanica / Etsy

    Zora Botanica is a NY-based small business specializing in colorful home storage solutions and accessories.

    Promising review: "So pretty! I didn't notice the seam on the side of the pouch when I bought it, but it was a lovely surprise. Understated and has timeless qualities." —marina whitaker

    Get it from Zora Botanica on Etsy for $19 (available in three colors). 

    28. A rhinestone embroidery kit that actually starts as a fun DIY project where you use the same technique as a paint-by-numbers kit to create a three-dimensional work of art. And when you're finished, you can hang it on the wall to add a touch of glamour to the room.

    completed piece hung up on wall
    reviewer's almost completed piece with instructions

    Promising review: "This was so satisfying! I absolutely loved doing this piece! It turned out gorgeous. It's a must buy!" —Koko

    Get it from Amazon for $11.94 (available in two styles). 

    Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.