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    31 Things I Bet You've Never Thought Of, But Will Make A Huge Difference This Fall

    Including a mini Crock-Pot that's as cute as it is practical.

    1. A two-in-one robotic Bissell vacuum and wet mop so you don't have to attend to tracked-in leaves, muddy footprints (or pawprints), and other debris. Instead, switch this baby on and hit the couch while it works.

    2. A set of silicone baking mats that'll replace reams and reams of parchment paper. If Netflix's 10+ reality cooking competitions have inspired you to spend more time in the kitchen whipping up snickerdoodles and crunchy molasses snaps, they'll pay for themselves in no time.

    A reviewer's photo of sugar cookies on the baking mat
    Two of the mats; one rolled up to show its flexibility

    Promising review: "These baking mats are absolutely fantastic. The quality is superb, and SUCH a good price. I use them for just about everything I put in the oven. From oven pizzas, cookies, you name it! I also love that besides food sliding easily off the nonstick surface, that they help protect all my baking sheets and such. It’s also super handy to just throw them in the top shelf of the dishwasher or even just wipe clean. Update: I’ve had these mats and used them almost daily for nearly a year now. They still look brand new and I have had no problems with staining, melting, or wear. When using them, I cook most items at 375 degrees but have used them at up to 425 degrees several times with no issues so far. These things are fantastic and have paid for themselves many times over in the superior non stick surface, ease of clean up and the cost of parchment paper and or/aluminum foil I used prior to discovering these." —Jezzhani

    Get it from Amazon for $9.50+ (available in packs of two, three, or four). 

    3. A jar of O'Keeffe's hand cream ready to swoop in and save your mitts after 20+ Purell applications. Keeping 'em clean is of the utmost importance, but if you already suffer from dry skin, hand sanitizer probs has you in a world of hurt.

    4. A hand-blown Chemex coffee maker from which you can brew the baddest cup of coffee your kitchen ever did see. This way, you won't have to change out of your slippies and venture outside to secure your morning caffeine fix.

    Someone pouring water in the glass coffee maker which has a wooden cuff

    5. And — to go with that — a set of five coffee syrups so you can whip up coffeehouse-worthy drinks right at home. The whole pack costs less than two grande caramel macchiatos so you'll save a pretty penny, too.

    the set of five coffee syrups

    6. A Kate McLeod body stone formulated to nourish and soften skin with a delicate mix of rose, frankincense, and neroli. Seasonal dry patches don't even know what's coming their way.

    7. A trio of no-slip claw clips you can pair with all of your shackets and blazers. Throw your hair up in two seconds or less and look chic all the while?? Sign me up.

    8. A pair of polka-dotted thigh-high stockings with a no-slip grip that'll keep them in place. This way, you don't have to shove yourself into a pair of traditional nylons that are sure to roll down all day.

    9. A monthly Foot Cardigan subscription because it's boot season and you've officially reached the point in adulthood where getting new socks is no longer boring but just the opposite — incredibly exciting!

    10. A foot file if you're sick of your cracked heels catching on your sheets while you try to fall asleep. Just typing that makes me cringeeeee.

    11. Or an exfoliating Baby Foot peel so effective, the before and after photos will both give you nightmares and earn a spot on your vision board.

    12. A mini Crock-Pot food warmer you can use to warm up your soup right at your desk — no need to fight over the one office microwave that always smells like fish!

    13. A microfiber hair turban so your noggin doesn't freeze when you step out of the shower. These are also much easier to move around in if you've been known to not brush your hair for a good 30 minutes post-shower...

    model with hair in grey microfiber turban

    14. A cooling weighted blanket because SAD (seasonal affective disorder) symptoms are about to rear their ugly head.

    The weighted blanket spread out on a king-sized bed

    15. A drain cover guaranteed to add ~inches~ of extra water to your bubble bath (now ft. a pumpkin bath bomb). No more readjusting every five minutes so all parts of your body can experience what it's like to actually be underwater!

    A before and after of a bathtub filled as far as it can be filled without the cover and then with the cover which is about 3-4 inches higher

    16. An ~affordable~ and aesthetic candle subscription because IT'S OFFICIALLY OCTOBER and there's simply nothing cozier than lighting up a new scent and crawling under the covers.

    17. A canister of chai that tastes JUST as good as your favorite coffee shop cup. If you already have a stove top espresso pot, you can even make it ~dirty~.

    18. A set of heel caps so you don't become one with the earth next time you attend an outdoor wedding. 'Tis the season, after all.

    plastic flower-shaped cap on stiletto heel keeping it from sinking into gravel

    19. A Yes Plz Coffee subscription to ensure you get new beans delivered straight to your door every week (or every other week, or once a month — you get it). Something that's particularly important if grocery store runs are the bane of your existence.

    20. A BedJet cooling and warming system that makes it possible to regulate your nighttime temperature if your partner either a) has already turned on the heat or b) drags out their AC use well into November.

    21. A flexible EveryPlate subscription so you can forget about cooking after a long day at the office (aka your desk in the corner of your bedroom) and enjoy a homestyle meal that takes less than an hour to to whip up.

    Moo Shu beef bowls

    22. A spa-esque towel warmer for those who LIVE for taking fresh linens out of the dryer and then immediately cocooning in them. This is honestly the thing I miss most about not having laundry in my building.

    A model pulling a towel out of the silver towel warmer

    23. A pack of Miracle-Gro water storing crystals that'll help your plants (both indoor and outdoor!) survive droughts and downpours whether they're caused by nature or your inability to keep track of their watering schedule because Survivor is back on and, frankly, that's got your full attention.

    24. A two-pack of draft blockers because *your* name is on the utility bill and you'll be damned if you pay even a penny for any hot air that Houdinis its way out of the house.

    a white draft-blocker on the bottom of a door

    25. A temperature-controlled smartmug guaranteed to keep your latte alive and kicking for however long it takes you to drink it. Once paired with your smartphone, you can choose the exact degree you'd like your beverage (between 120 degrees F to 145 degrees F), so no more sippin' on lukewarm coffee at your midday meeting!

    26. Or, if that's just too high-tech, a one-of-a-kind hand-warming mug with an ergonomic pocket you can slip your chilly fingers right into.

    27. A bug bite suction tool because it's this or scratching at it until it bleeds and that is not the way, my friends. Don't let the lil' suckers get in the way of your backyard bonfires — you've waited months for this!!

    28. A Sips By subscription box filled with premium teas personalized to match your taste preferences. Every month, you'll get sent everything you need to steep and sip your way to serenity.

    a model holding the box full of teas

    29. A mini 4-liter humidifier that produces a cool and quiet mist capable of relieving dry skin, sinus headaches, allergies, and irritated eyes.

    The white humidifier which has four small legs

    30. A nourishing cleanser ideal for anyone dealing with dryness, dehydration, and/or skin sensitivity. The clean formula uses only natural ingredients — like green tea and aloe vera — to flush out pores and maintain moisture.

    The amber bottle which has a black pump

    31. And a custom Function of Beauty moisturizer that'll quench your skin's thirst with tsubaki oil, squalene, vitamin E, and a few other ingredients determined by the results of your skin quiz. Start using it now and you won't have to worry about swapping your routine again come winter.

    The moisturizing gel, cream, and lotion which come in ombre blue, purple, and green containers

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