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1. A pair of Veja sneakers so cute and comfy you'll find yourself reaching for them every time you leave the house. With their neutral style you can pair them with pretty much anything from jeans to dresses.
With summer coming up I feel like I need to find a new shoe that can be dressed up or down. I am not a heels girly and I don't even wear sandals that often, so I feel like a versatile white sneaker is the route to go. These seem like they would be cute with leggings or even a summer dress. I have seen Vejas around for a while but never really entertained them seriously, but IDK after looking at these more they look freakin' cute and comfy so it might be time!!
Promising review: "I normally don't write reviews but felt compelled! I'm a wedding and event photographer and was searching for an all-day comfortable sneaker that also looked chic enough for formal gigs. I initially went to a store and tried on every brand from Vans to Puma to Nike. None of them were comfortable. Stiff and over-padded. I googled 'most comfortable sneaker' and Veja was a brand I'd never heard of but they kept coming up in my searches. I normally don't spend this much on sneakers but I took a chance and wow, they're lightweight and flexible but sturdy, high-quality materials, sooo cute and comfy! I have slightly wider feet in the toe area and was worried about the fit but they're roomy and would work with thicker socks. I'm super picky with my footwear and am really happy with these. Totally worth the price point." —Stephanie J.
Get them from Amazon for $175+ (available in women's sizes 4–13 and eight styles).
2. A gorgeous bed frame with a wood base and soft, upholstered headboard so you can get all the comfort of the padding at your head while still having a bedroom that is stylish as heck. And you can totally customize it to fit your vibe by mixing and matching the style of the headboard and the base!
OK, this is seriously more of a need than a want (although IDK how my husband will feel about that price tag). I have three cats who think it is a HILARIOUS game to claw into the base of my upholstered bed and sideways army crawl the whole dang thing. Like I had to buy sticky, thick cat-resistant plastic to attach to the whole base just to stop them from doing it because they have destroyed it. Now I'm not interested in a fully wooden frame because I love having my upholstered headboard that doesn't feel like I'm pushing my head into cement when I lean against it, but by golly, I need to get rid of the upholstered base. When I started looking I didn't realize I had embarked on *the* most difficult quest, but there are seriously so few options that combine a soft headboard and hard base. Enter this guy. AND it's so cute. Seriously I will be having a conversation with my husband about buying this when we move. Like it's an investment piece and will let me actually sleep through the night since my little rascals can't rip it apart at 5 a.m. There's even an option for a base with built-in drawers if you find yourself in desperate need of extra storage!
Promising review: "I really wanted an upholstered bed, but felt that the fully upholstered ones are too difficult to maintain and are kind of out of style (or will be soon). So I decided on the Arvada and am in love. It is sleek, different, and makes the room look bigger." —Ryann
Get it from Crate & Barrel for $1,298+ (available in queen or king, 12 headboard colors, and seven base options).
3. An Owlet Dream Sock designed to help give parents peace of mind throughout the night by monitoring baby's pulse rate and oxygen levels. If anything falls outside of the normal ranges an alert will be sent to your phone so you can make sure everything is okay.
I am about halfway through my pregnancy which means I've officially started the registry journey (which BTW is wayyy more difficult than anticipated). I have been recommended this countless times for added peace of mind, especially for a first-time mom. I already deal with anxiety in my everyday life, so if there's something out there that could give me peace of mind that my baby is safe while they sleep you can bet I'm gonna get it.
Promising review: "After using this for almost three months now I absolutely love the Owlet! As a new mom who's been afraid of SIDS as I have a family member whose baby brother passed away from SIDS before all of this technology to prevent it, I was afraid of the possibility and this product has helped me to sleep at night. I had pre-partum and now postpartum depression and one thing I have never worried about every single night is my baby sleeping soundly all throughout the night. I do still check on him but I'm not panicking trying to figure out if my baby is breathing. I love being able to see his sleep cycle and keep up with his movements! To anyone looking for a great gift for a new mom to be able to use for a long time as well as for several children, this product is the one to go with. I feel that in this day and age, this is not a want but a need, especially for parents with anxiety!" —Alice Wood
Get it from Amazon for $239 (available in four colors).
4. An Apple Pencil with USB-C, which is actually compatible with newer versions and you can ditch the little adapter you needed in order to charge the previous style. It even attaches magnetically to the side of your iPad so you always know where it is.
I recently got the iPad 10th generation and I already had an older version of the pencil, but unbeknownst to me, those two things are not compatible, which means I have to have a little doohickey to make it fit into my iPad in order to charge it. Now that may not seem like a big deal, but what it really means is that my pencil is almost always dead because I never remember to bring the adapter because it's tiny and I don't wanna lose it. They finally released this version that would actually plug directly into my iPad and save me the stress of realizing my pencil is dead or worse, taking the adapter and losing it somewhere. 😓
Promising review: "People always think regular styluses work just the same but they definitely don’t! The precision of this pencil is amazing!" —Tanaka
Get it from Amazon for $69.
5. A personalized cat blanket so you can always snuggle up with your fur babies. This is also a great way to remember any of your kitties who have passed but you will never forget. 😇
Soxy Studio is a small biz based in Bulgaria creating unique, personalized blankets and t-shirts.
Anyone who knows me knows my cats are my literal children and I am obsessed with them. They probably also know I have a slight problem with buying blankets on the reg even though I certainly don't need any more. So obvi this is on my wish list. Like at least if my actual cats won't cuddle with me I can curl up under a blanket with their faces all over it. 😻 If you're a dog person, I guess you could also submit a photo of your pup, too.
Promising review: "My cat recently passed away, and I decided to purchase a blanket to remember him. His face is absolutely perfect! The seller even provided me with proof to ensure I was happy with the result. The blanket is also extremely soft." —Jared Fantasia
Get it from Soxy Studio on Etsy for $21.29+ (originally $30.41+; available in three sizes and 11 colors).
6. A pair of compression socks perfect for anyone whose feet tend to swell on long flights. Throwing these on will be especially helpful when it's hard to sneak out of the middle seat to get a couple of laps in when your feet start hurting.
I'm a few weeks out from taking four loooong flights to and from Africa so this is really a practical purchase. I've never personally worn compression socks on a flight before but I think these are going to be long enough that I should grab a couple of pairs, especially since I am pregnant and that's recommended for some pregnant people. (Read more about pregnancy and compression stockings at the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists). I've heard great things about the benefits, so I think it's time to try 'em out myself.
Promising review: "I used these socks for travel recently as I would have had several connecting flights and waits in airports which would have exceeded 24 hours. In such situations my feet and ankles swell to the point where it is uncomfortable by end of a trip of less than 12 hours. After wearing these compression socks for over 24 hours my feet and legs felt no fatigue, soreness or discomfort as there was no swelling. I was amazed. I shall unhesitatingly recommend this product to anyone. The fabric quality of the socks is superb." —Alana
Get it from Amazon for $14.13+ (available in sizes S–2XL and 17 colors).
7. Some bamboo, zippered onesies beloved by parents and babies alike. They are designed to be appropriate for any season, keeping them cozy in the winter and cool in the summer. And they stretch to last up to three times longer which is huge since babies grow *fast* and you don't want to constantly be buying new clothes.
So like I said, building a registry is hard and I have been doing extensive research into what kind of clothes a newborn has to wear. Do I still have questions about that? Absolutely. Would I believe you if you told me I should buy 35 onesies? Probably. But what I do know is that footie pajamas are going to be a staple in her first couple of months, especially since it'll be a little chillier when she's born. I have seen this brand all over and people rave about how comfortable they are since they are made of bamboo. I also love that they are designed to grow with the kiddo by stretching as they grow because they grow fast and I'm not trying to buy a new wardrobe every couple of weeks. I've also been told the zippers that start from the bottom are a Godsend for nighttime changes when you don't wanna have to completely undress them. And I love that you can unwrap the foot part to make them into regular pajamas. These just seem like such a versatile option which is amazing since I'm going to be learning as I go and want to get the most out of everything I purchase.
Promising review: "Love LS so much. So much room to grow and super comfy for the little ones. It’s a go-to now for new baby gifts." —Erika K.
Get them from Little Sleepies for $34 (available in sizes preemie–3T and three colors). Available in loadsss of other styles here.
PS: You can also get some styles on Amazon.
8. Some expandable drawer dividers to revamp your junk and underwear drawers by finally giving them the organization they deserve. Now you can line all your clothes up perfectly and section them off with these dividers so they actually stay in place instead of inevitably turning into a chaotic, seemingly bottomless pit where you cannot for the life of you find the nude pair you need to wear with your white pants.
I am an organization junkie and truly get excited when I get a new organization item (hellooooo pantry organization containers). I feel like I've just avoided buying these cause as much as I love my stuff to look clean, I am a notorious procrastinator when it comes to doing the organization. But who knows, maybe this will kickstart my next closet cleanout and I'll get the motivation to organize the heck out of some drawers.
Promising review: "I am obsessed with these! We used to have those bamboo extendable drawer organizers and switched to these. These are so much better. I love that they have extendable longer dividers as well shorter ones you can use that clip on to the long ones. These make it super easy to customize your drawer organization just about any way you want. They feel sturdy and of good quality. The foam padding at the ends helps hold them in place and keep them from shifting. Wish I would have bought these years ago." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in four quantities, with or without inserts and two colors).
9. A pair of Vitality maternity leggings with the perfect amount of compression to support that growing belly. Reviewers rave about how freaking soft these are and say they are perfect for working out or just running errands.
I have basically convinced myself that I am not going to buy any maternity clothes because TBH it feels really dumb to me to buy clothes I'll wear for a couple of months then never again. Plus, basically my entire wardrobe consists of stretchy leggings and oversized sweatpants already, so surely those will keep fitting me, right? But I have been seeing this specific pair of maternity leggings allll over TikTok and I feel like it couldn't hurt to have one pair of pants that are actually designed to fit over my soon-to-be large belly. People say these are soft as heck and have the perfect level of support for their growing stomachs, and that honestly sounds pretty nice.
Promising review: "When I say I now LIVE in these!!! They are so comfy on my 6-month bump, and I find myself washing them constantly because they’re all I want to wear! Highly HIGHLY recommend them if you are expecting! Treat yourself!! 💓 I got my regular size!" —Savannah M.
Get them from Vitality for $98 (available in women's sizes 2XS–4XL, two versions, and three colors).
10. A cat running wheel so your kitty can exercise and burn some pent-up energy without having zoomies all over your house and risking knocking over anything (or anyone) in their path. We have these for hamsters and they ~love~ 'em, so why are we just now expanding running wheels to other animals??
This would be a purchase the whole family could enjoy. My little monsters could get alllllll their energy out on this and me and my husband could get daily entertainment watching them. This honestly seems like it would be a blast for them and they have soo much energy that they could def use a way to burn it all. I think this may be something I finally purchase once we move into a bigger house and I don't have to convince my husband to cram another cat item into our fairly small living room. 🤷🏼♀️
Promising review: "In order to get him to understand the dynamics of this exercise wheel, we picked up a laser for cats for a couple of bucks, designed to entertain cats as they chase it wherever you point the light. I ran this up the inside of the wheel and he chased it and made the wheel turn. He still loves the laser light but doesn't need it anymore to use the wheel. He's on it at least five times a day and runs faster each time. He's a little pro runner on it now. There are predator hawks and things in the skies above outside so this is a lifesaver for our active, curious cat who is safest indoors." —AB
Get it from Amazon for $99.99+ (available in four sizes and four colors).
11. A Samsung Frame TV you can switch from your latest binge obsession to a beautiful work of art in seconds. You may even find your guests questioning if you own a TV.
I feel like this one is self-explanatory because it's a reallyyyy cool TV that can turn into art so it's not just a giant black rectangle on your wall when you aren't watching. I LOVE the look of putting it amongst a gallery wall and then literally not knowing it's not just another piece of art. This one is a splurge, but definitely worth it for a more cohesive look!
Promising review: "I don't know how best to describe the quality of the art work except to say it is amazing, mesmerizing... the paintings stand out with the appearance of actual paint strokes. I wasted no time and paid to gain access to the database... well worth it. I have found the choices extraordinary... from classic paintings, to modern ones, and quality photographs. The impressionist paintings with their vivid colors stand out the best in my view." —deuxamis
Get it from Amazon for $527.95+ (available in seven sizes).
12. An iPhone and AirPod charger that doubles as a stand so you can keep your phone propped up while checking recipes or FaceTiming your BFF without having to worry that it'll die at any second.
I really love that this is a functioning stand that also charges your phone, but the main thing that drew me to it is that it can charge several devices at once, which means I'd need fewer cords out on my side table. Not only does having the cords sitting out on my table not look very aesthetically pleasing, but my one cat looooves to chew cords so I have to be extra cautious that he isn't gonna bite through 'em. This would solve both those problems and would make it easier to charge my phone half-asleep since I could just quickly rest it on the stand instead of trying to get the plug in while it's dark.
Promising review: "Perfect upgrade for hub's nightstand. Looks nice, and he says it’s much easier than fussing with plugging a cord in each time. Love that it’s designed to charge a phone and AirPods at the same time. Convenient. He loves it! I want one for myself now." —Aubrie S.
Get it from Courant for $80+ (originally $100+; available in two materials and five colors, and monogramming is also available for an additional fee) or from Amazon for $79.99+ (available in eight colors).
13. The Always Pan from Our Place, which will pretty much eliminate the need for any other pan. You can use this bad boy to braise, sear, steam, strain, sauté, fry, boil, bake, and serve. Plus, it's so pretty, you won't mind that it lives on your stove because you'll use it so often it won't even be worth putting away.
The updated version is now oven-safe up to 450º F!
I make the same lunch pretty much every workday, which means I use the same pan every day, and TBH I don't put it away like half the time cause I know I'm just gonna get it out again the next day. If I got this pan, it wouldn't even matter if I kept it out because it's such a nice-looking pan!! Aside from the fact that it is wayyyy prettier than my normal pans, I just love all the features it has, including the nonstick feature. It also comes with a little steamer basket that doubles as a colander, which is convenient as heck. The pan is also deeper than most other frying pans, which is nice to cook without having anything splash over the sides. There are also loads of additional inserts and add-ons you can get to turn this one pan into the ultimate pan of your dreams.
Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping writer Taylor Steele has to say about the Always Pan: "As someone who neither enjoys cooking nor is particularly good at it, I find that the Always Pan has made being in the kitchen feel like less of a chore. Having one pan that can do everything means I don't have to second-guess every cooking decision I make. I can boil and prepare pasta in it. And I can roast Brussels sprouts. And I can make the perfect fried egg. And I can steam dumplings. The best part is that everything slides so seamlessly out of the pan and onto the plate, which also makes clean up super fast and easy. Both the amateur (read: reluctant) cook and the more seasoned chef will enjoy creating fan favorites and new recipes in the Always Pan!"
Other BuzzFeeders also LOVE this pan. Here's our review of the Always Pan, in which seven members of our team weigh in on everything they love about it, from the nonstick coating to the versatility to the ~aesthetic~.
Get it from Our Place for $95+ (originally $120+; available in three sizes and seven colors) or from Amazon for $110 (available in three sizes and six colors).
14. A Nuna car seat that is ultra-lightweight and super easy to snap into a car or stroller. This is a newer release but has already become incredibly popular for its chic look and many features. City parents this is especially great for you since it's safe to buckle into a car with just the seat belt, which means you don't have to walk 30 blocks with your baby, you can actually just hop in an Uber!
The car seat comes with the base needed to install it into your car, but you can also install it without a base just by using a seat belt, which is super helpful when traveling and taking cabs!
Car seat and stroller shopping has been way more intimidating than I expected. Before I started my research, I just assumed all car seats were basically the same thing just by different brands, but boy was I wrong. This is a newer car seat that is known for being incredibly lightweight, which is something I am looking for cause I don't wanna lugging around a bulky version wherever I go. I also love that it comes with a base you can leave in the car and just snap the seat in and out, but you can also use it without a base, which would be super helpful when traveling if we needed to take an Uber or anything. Not to mention there are green indicators to tell you when the seat is installed correctly, which is super helpful, especially for a first-time mom since I've heard how hard it is to install seats so just having peace of mind that I did it correctly would be sooo nice.
Promising review: "We love our Nuna Rx Car seat! It is lighter than most car seats on the market and super functional with a built-in sun shade cover and uses magnets to hold down the shade and seat buckles making it easier to put the baby in the seat quickly! We have both the caviar and Hazelwood colors and love them both!! 1000% recommend!!!" —Julia
Get it from Crate & Barrel (available in three colors) or Nordstrom (available in five colors) for $450.
15. The Nori Press, which is everything you want from an iron in a tool that's compact like a hair straightener. Now you can easily remove all the wrinkles your clothes will inevitably have since you just shoved them all into your suitcase at the last possible second — and it'll be twice as fast cause you can iron both sides at the same time!
Nori is a woman-owned small business based in Connecticut hoping to make your life easier with this all-in-one travel iron and steamer.
I am not a huge ironing gal, but ever since I started packing with vacuum seal bags, my clothes have started to come out a little more wrinkly and I've realized I probably need to do something to look a bit more put together. On my last trip, there wasn't an iron in the room so I literally used an entire travel-size bottle of wrinkle-release spray to try to make my dress wearable. If I had this guy, my life would've been soooo much easier!! And I think I would use it more often cause it doesn't seem as scary as using an actual iron, more like a hair straightener, which I am more comfortable using.
Promising review: “I am not an iron girl, but this product sold me. It is so easy to use. The Nori is portable, so I take it with me everywhere. It has helped me to look sharp at weddings and weekends away. At home, I can refresh my dresses and shirts before starting work and going out. I would highly recommend this product to everyone who might be thinking of a change. No more heavy irons and dry cleaning for me. Thank you, Nori!” —Elizabeth M
Get it from Nori for $120 (available in seven colors) or from Amazon for $104.99+ (available in four colors).
The reviews used in this post have been edited for length and clarity.