25 Things People Who Live In The City Will Love

For anyone living that busy (and sometimes cramped) city life.

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1. A Revival Kit, a wellness subscription box dedicated to relaxation, so they can unwind after a long, hectic day of city livin'.

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Promising review: "Finally a box that includes relaxing items that are different than all others boxes. I received a mini portable sound machine, lavender facial mist, mini book on mindfulness, lavender balm, a healthy snack, and an interesting nighttime incense with an incense holder. Keep sending us creative items!" —Suzanne

Get it from Cratejoy for $39.95+/month.

2. An affordable waterproof smart backpack ideal for the plugged-in professional or student — it fits a laptop and comes with a built-in USB charger and charging cable that'll make commuting with a low battery but a distant memory.

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Promising review: "Great backpack for travel. I can comfortably fit my 15" laptop, water bottle, small pair of flat shoes, a course reader and a bunch of other little things (agenda, iPad, journal, pens and pencils, iPhone). Really an awesome backpack that looks professional, clean and holds a LOT. I use it for my frequent travel (airplane) and it fits perfectly under the seat." —Amazon Customer

Available in five colors. Get it from Amazon for $27.99+.

3. A phone wallet that keeps all your credit cards, travel cards, and your phone all in one handy place, perfect for life in a busy city.

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Promising review: "I absolutely LOVE this product. It's been in my pocket every day for over two months now and shows no signs of wear. I keep three cards in the slots (license, credit, and ATM card) and my health and car insurance cards in the back slot along with a folded emergency $20. I typically keep an additional five or six bills folded over twice just tucked in behind the slide-out card holder. The cash stays there without moving when I open the holder and I haven't lost a bill yet. I no longer carry a wallet at all. Even with all of this in the case it doesn't appear to be strained at all and could easily hold more. I could not be more pleased!" —Leon

Available in black, brown, red, mint green, and rose gold, for the iPhone 7 and 8 in Plus and regular sizes. Get it from Amazon for $14.99+.

4. A sound machine that features six soothing sounds to dull out the din of noisy city streets when it's time for sleep...

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Promising review: "As a shift worker, it's often difficult to get some decent rest. Melatonin, Benadryl, and blacked-out curtains can only go so far when you're wide awake at 6 a.m. after a night shift. The Wave Sleep Therapy Sound Machine does exactly what it's intended to do...it puts you to sleep. For $30, I think this is a steal considering how much productivity I'm gaining by falling asleep within minutes. Definitely worth adding to your sleep regimen if nothing else is working for you. Its incredibly user friendly — you can skip the manual on this one."

Get it from Amazon for $29.99.

5. ...and a sleep mask (which earplugs to boot) to block out any slumber-disrupting lights.

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Promising review: "I use this mask every night and it has really enforced good sleep habits for me. When I was shopping around for a mask, I looked for one that had an adjustable strap because I didn't want an elastic strap to get stretched out an not fit properly after a while of use. It's decently cute and really blocks out all the light/stars/streetlights/whatever might prevent you from sleeping." —JM

Available in 16 colors. Get it from Amazon for $8.95+.

6. This fire-escape shelf for the apartment dweller who's sick of their landlord telling them they can't keep potted plants on their real fire escape.

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Promising review: "I love the look of this shelf, which fits perfectly above my work station. Nice display for art objects and small plants. The black metal is a great backdrop for for colorful items and the green ivy and small ferns I have displayed." —Annie Sue

Get it from Uncommon Goods for $99.

(Uncommon Goods items ship within four days with standard shipping; two days with preferred shipping; one day with expedited shipping; and same day with express shipping.)

7. A subscription to Winc, a service that sends wine directly to your doorstep — so no need to worry about lugging bottles on the subway during a long commute...

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Get one for yourself while you're at it. Read the full review here.

Get a subscription from Winc.com with wines starting at $13 (and free shipping when you order at least four bottles), an if you order now, you can get $20 off!

8. ...and a wall-mounted vertical wine rack for the person who has no intention of sacrificing their vino collection just because horizontal space is at a premium.

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Promising review: "Makes our apartment look more adult when filled with wine bottles. I was worried that it would fall off with a lot of weight, but this is really strong. Lovely way to display your dranks in vacant wall space." —Kimberly

Get it from Amazon for $26.86.

9. A charming city map glass for anyone who lives in (or is nostalgic for) one of the 24 US cities available.

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Promising review: "I got these glasses for my brother who is incredibly hard to shop for. He's very...particular. I wouldn't have gotten him regular whiskey glasses as I'm sure he has some, but two of these are a set that he could have out for decoration even if he rarely used them. They're very well made. The etching is clear and the glass is thick and durable. Looking forward to seeing his reaction." —Overthinking Gifter

Available in 24 city options. Get it from Uncommon Goods for $14.

(Uncommon Goods items ship within four days with standard shipping; two days with preferred shipping; one day with expedited shipping; and same day with express shipping.)

10. A three-in-one "super pot" for grilling, steaming and slow-cooking that'll make life easier for anyone in an apartment with a small kitchen.

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Promising review: "I read all the glowing reviews of this pan. How could anything be that good? Well, I'm here to attest that it is just that good at what it does, which is to cook almost anything perfectly ... It's more than enough room for a 5-pound pot roast or a pot of beef stew to feed a family of five, no problem. Get one! You won't be disappointed." —John L. Landau

Available in black and white and in 3-quart and 4-quart sizes. Get it from Amazon for $37.27+.

11. A weekend trip somewhere just outside of the city for a little R&R and a taste of nature.

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Check out Groupon Getaways for deals on local trips around the world for all budgets.

12. A ridiculously efficient tumbler for both hot and cold drinks that anyone who sips their coffee during a long-ass commute will appreciate.

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Promising review: "I have been looking for something I could use to keep my water cold throughout the day and I knew everyone had the Yeti, which I heard works well. I was searching the Amazon and came across the RTIC tumbler, which was half of the price of a Yeti. I purchased this and when it arrived I immediately washed it and tried it out. I put ice and water in the tumbler and drank it throughout the day. After refilling with only more water at the end of the day I still had a good amount of ice left." —Chris

Get it from Amazon for $15.29.

13. A subscription to Urban Organic Gardener, for the aspiring horticulturalist who isn't about to let being short on space get in the way of their botanical dreams.

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Promising review: "I always want to try new seeds/plants and ways to garden in a small space or containers....this is the way to do it! You don't have to think about it — once a month you get a surprise package with new seeds!!! Tailored to you! Have fun and sign up. Can't beat the price either! ☺️" —Kelly

Options available for windowsill/indoors, balcony/patio, front yard, and backyard. Get it from Cratejoy for $9.99+/month.

14. A high-speed portable charger great for everyday commuting and long-haul travels alike.

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Promising review: "Useful travel charger, portable and powerful.Just the right size for travel and charging of all those electronic necessities. USB port makes it usable for all types of power cords. I use it successfully for my iPhone, my Nook reader and our DVD player. For a small charger core, it holds power well. If I charge it for a trip, it will charge a phone to 100% and another item to near that on one charge itself." —Sally Kline

Available in five colors. Get it from Amazon for $15.99+.

15. A 12-pack of magnetic spice tins that'll look super chic on the fridge door of someone who doesn't have a ton of storage space in their tiny-ass kitchen.

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Promising review: "These things are pretty awesome! We started off by ordering two 12-packs. At first when we unpacked them and started sticking to the refrigerator, it didn't feel like they had a lot of magnetic strength to hold themselves up, and we were a bit worried about adding contents. But after transferring in one spice, then another, then another, these tins felt like they had more of a stick to the refrigerator being packed full. Now that all of the tins are full, we realize these tins have a surprising amount of magnetic strength after all.

We used Brother P-Touch clear labels to identify each tin. We're extremely happy to have this awesome kitchen space hack in place. Now we need more." —Kris S.

Get it from Amazon for $21.75.

16. An ottoman that doubles as a shoe storage container, for the person who's running low on closet space to accommodate their footwear obsession.

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Promising review: "This is beautiful, unexpectedly! It looks much more expensive and the storage space inside is ample. Living in a smaller-sized apartment, this is a perfect medium-sized ottoman — not too small as to be useless and not too large as to eat up the room. I bought the white. Also, it is sturdy enough to sit on and to put your drinks or books on." —Lady

Available in ivory, espresso, and tan. Get it from Amazon for $62.99+.

17. An air purifier to not only cleanse the air of icky stuff like dust, mold, and dander, but also rid cramped living spaces of unpleasant odors — perfect for anyone with roommates or a poorly ventilated apartment.

Promising review: "The air was rather stuffy in my bedroom of new apartment due to layout and the HVAC room in my bedroom. What kind of architect does that? After three weeks of moving in, I got sick. Bad sinus, running nose, sneezing, watery eyes, I could barely breathe. As soon as I slept in the living room, I felt better. I knew it was my bedroom. After reading the reviews and following my intuition, I got this air purifier and a vacuum cleaner. And it has made a world of difference. I make sure to vacuum every other day. I can now sleep in my room again and breathe through the night. I keep the air purifier running. It definitely improves the air quality. I am quite pleased." —ShoSho

Get it from Amazon for $89.99.

18. An adjustable laptop desk that's great for anyone who lives in tight quarters — or who just hates leaving their bed (which, same).

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Promising review: "This is an extremely well-made product. It has adjustable legs so that you can adjust the height! It has a drawer that holds your mouse or pen. There is a cup groove to hold your beverage of choice. Part of the top adjust so that you can tilt it for whatever angle best suits you. In addition there are fans built into the table to ensure proper cooling to your laptop. I not only use this for my laptop, but also as a dinner tray and lap desk. I will have to order another one for my husband as he keeps stealing mine. This would make a great gift for the student, for the adult that likes to work off their laptop, for anyone that is bed-bound." —Dawn Lundquist

Available in three styles. Get it from Amazon for $29.99+.

19. A heated foot massager to give anyone a blissful mini-spa experience after a long day on their feet.

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Promising review: "The heater works fabulous. And the rollers on the bottom are great. I lift weights and exercise a lot. I have plantar fasciitis as well, so the rollers are a godsend. I have another foot spa. It doesn't even compare to this one. And to top it off, it has a handle built into the top. No lugging it on the sides when it's full — just use the handle. It is in Celsius, which isn't a big deal. Easy conversion to Fahrenheit. The red light is a heat indicator and this puppy is hot — feels great." —francikw

Get it from Amazon for $59.95.

20. An air-plant kit for the urban dweller who doesn't have the greenest thumb but still wants to spruce up their space with plantlife.

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Promising review: "I have been collecting air plants for a few years now and these are some of my favorites! I have bought all of them online, all from different sources, and based on my experience, I will be returning to this seller for more plants! The actual plants themselves exceeded my expectations. The description said that the plants range from a minimum of 2 inches to a maximum of about 5 inches. The plants I received ranged from 2 inches to about 8 inches. The largest is absolutely beautiful, as are the others, but I was really surprised with how large the bigger one was. The plants are beautiful, came packaged well and in perfect condition." —LD

Available as a 6-piece or 12-piece set. Get it from Amazon for $14.88.

21. An adorable compost bin for the eco-conscious city slicker who wants to do their part to help the earth, tiny kitchen be damned.

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Promising review: "This compost bin is comparatively affordable, virtually unbreakable, and addresses issues you wouldn't necessarily even think of until you used a lesser product for some time, (like a gallon-size potato-salad container with a tight fitting lid). I was initially suspicious of the lack of venting or a filter for odors, but if you empty the pail at the end of the day, it never smells, so save your dough and pass on the expensive stainless steel products. I'm extremely critical of product design. This is how products should be made, and while $20 might seem like a lot to pay for potato-peel pail, you really get what you pay for." —Pete

Available in black and white. Get it from Amazon for $19.95+.

22. These under-$10 earbuds that are surprisingly efficient at blocking outside noise, the perfect stocking stuffer for anyone who's always losing theirs.

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Promising review: "I am at work, next to the window, and there is a LITERAL JACKHAMMER outside the window. I have these headphones in, listening to music, and I can't hear it at all. If you want that in your life, these are the earbuds for you." —megallo

Get them from Amazon for $8.94.

23. Touchscreen-friendly gloves that'll keep their hands toasty while they text and internet away (responsibly, of course) on those chilly city streets.

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Promising review: "These gloves are as promised! Used them on a motorcycle in 40-degree weather and it was the only warm spot on me! Warm, waterproof, windproof, stylish, and comfortable. Comes beautifully boxed for gift giving. Will definitely buy these again." —R. Ramsey

Available in six colors and sizes S–XL. Get them from Amazon for $29.95.

24. A mini KitchenAid mixer just as efficient as the bigger guy but kitchen-counter friendly, for the baker with big dreams and a small space.

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Promising review: "This little powerhouse is the perfect addition to my kitchen! I have a full size Kitchen Aid mixer that is too big to keep on the counter. I kept it to use for extra large jobs (like Christmas cookies in large quantities). My mini mixer is perfect for everyday use and is plenty powerful for everything I've used it for so far. And it looks so nice on my countertop!" —Kathy J

Available in 12 colors. Get it from Amazon for $299.99.

25. And a subscription to Care/of, a personalized vitamin service that makes staying healthy super-convenient for even the busiest city folk.

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Read the full review here.

Get Care/of products from Takecareof.com starting at $5/month (and free shipping over $20). If you order now, you can get 50% off when you enter promo code BUZZFEED at checkout!

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