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1. A snoozing Pokémon desk buddy whose lil' beanbag serves three purposes: 1) to be a cozy bed for your pocket monster, 2) to be something you can satisfyingly squish during the workday, and 3) to be flipped over and used as a screen cleaner! TL;DR: This desk accessory is the very best — like no one ever was.
I got Snorlax in my stocking this year, and I LOVE him! He can lie down or stand up on his beanbag (though Snorlaxes aren't known for being upright creatures), and he just brings me joy. I futz with him constantly throughout the day. He's my pal!
Promising review: "Bought this guy as part of my girlfriend's birthday present as Bulbasaur is her favorite starter. She absolutely adores him! Little guy is currently sitting on her PC tower. I catch her smiling at him sometimes while we game together." —Tiphani Hoehn
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in six Pokémon).
2. A TikTok-famous, octopus-shaped blackhead-removing stick, aka a gently exfoliating, sebum-absorbing pal who might actually make you *look forward* to having breakouts so you can, uh, break him out.
Promising reviews: "I saw this on TikTok, it works great so far." —MarMarManuel
"After just two days of use, this adorable little octopus has done wonders for me, smells great too. Here's how I used it: I wore down the stick just a little to where the texture from the salt is visible, scrubbed around on my face so there was plenty of product, then I used my fingers to gently massage all the gunk away. Rinse, pat dry, and enjoy the softness. Highly recommended for people with sensitive skin like myself." —LuckLocust
Get it from Amazon for $12.50.
3. Wonderfully whimsical balloon dog stud earrings to add a ~pop~ of fun to your everyday look. BRB, buying these to recreate the rush of joy I got upon receiving a balloon animal as a kid.
You can also get a matching necklace here!
Promising review: "Y’allllll!!! These are the flipping cutest!!! And they came in such nice packaging as well! Not just a cheap plastic bag, but a little sealed box. Very worth the purchase. 😍" —Laura Zimmerman
Get them from Amazon for $19.99 (available in five colors).
4. A remarkably affordable quilted crossbody bag boasting over 7,000 5-star ratings and a design that'd look cute with everything from going-out dresses to a tee and jeans. Hello, new go-to purse!
Promising reviews: "Feels and looks like a designer handbag. This bag is awesome. It feels expensive and looks expensive. Good for traveling and lightweight. I never leave reviews but I did here because I'm satisfied with the product." —Tip
"Nice and versatile for your buck! So I do have to confess that I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE big purses! Even though I don't know half the stuff is in my purse lol. Sometimes I hate that I have to find my keys and can't find them because somehow they get lost in the chaos in my purse. LOL I've come across a banana that honestly don't know how long it was in there. Yeah I know it's gross! So when I do go to little family functions I felt like I needed an easier access to my keys and wallet. I came across this purse and let me tell you it's so cute and chic. It handles what you need for the day and night. The material doesn't feel plasticy or like it's cheap. I highly recommend that you purchase one. And for the price it's so worth it." —Crystal Garcia
Get it from Amazon for $19.98+ (available in 30 colors).
5. OMG-worthy (and very convincing looking!) grilled cheese earrings sure to have you looking like a snack, really gouda, like a lot of ~cheddar~, unbrielievably cute, and so on and so forth.
This California-based shop makes tons of whimsical clay earrings, especially realistic food pieces like these!
Promising review: "I am absolutely in love with these earrings! As a grilled cheese lover they are perfect! I’m also a teacher and my first graders love them! They look so real! They were packaged with care!" —Lottie Urquhart
Get them from Kat's Magic Clay on Etsy for $12.
6. A popular color-shifting, plug-in mushroom night-light, because yes, night-lights can be for grown-ups too — especially when they're the type of decor that shows everyone what a ~fungi~ you are.
Promising review: "I LOVE this night-light. It's in my bathroom and is a lovely addition. It turns off the second the lights go on which is nice that I don't have to worry about accidentally leaving it on. Super cute and the little itty-bitty lighting element does a good job lighting, just enough so I don't have to turn the main lights on in the middle of the night." —1Thand
Get it from Amazon for $5.97.
7. A suction cup pillow for the edge of your bathtub to make your self-care soak even more relaxing. Because IDK about you, but at least one bubble bath per weekend has become non-negotiable for me this winter.
Promising review: "This bath pillow is wonderful! I had the blow-up terry pillow and ditched it for this and I am so glad I did. This pillow is extremely comfortable and the best pillow I have ever tried. It looks as though it would attach easily to any tub. My tub is curved and there was no problem with it conforming to my tub. It stays put with no slippage. The suction cups hold very well. If you want to remove it, then I recommend peeling the suction cups away with your fingernail to prevent ripping the pillow. I recommend removing it and placing it on the side of the tub to air dry to prevent any mold from building up behind it. You will not be disappointed." —Christina
Get it from Amazon for $18.55+ (available in two sizes and five colors).
8. An inventive, eight-shade mini eyeshadow palette that — get this — looks just like a notepad! Which is appropriate, because everyone should take notes on the epic looks you'll create with these.
It's from The Crayon Case, a super cool and affordable Black woman-owned makeup brand that whimsically designs all of its products like school supplies and specifically strives to make makeup accessible for beauty beginners
Promising review: "I got the green edition to complement my hair that I recently dyed. The consistency/formula is really nice (I find that the glitter/shimmer shades go on a tiny little bit smoother than the mattes). The attention to detail in the packaging is wonderful, and it looks so cute! From the sides and when you open it, the 'paper' is lined and it gives a really realistic effect. Others even asked why I ordered a little notebook when I opened the package, lol. Overall, really great and definitely worth the price. I will be ordering more colors for sure :)" —Roni
Get it from The Crayon Case for $15 (available in eight colors) or Amazon for $15 (available in five colors).
9. A fuzzy fleece bucket hat for anyone who's sick of winter beanies. This trendy pick has an adjustable inner drawstring so you can get your perfect fit...to complete your perfect 'fit.
Promising review: "Very warm! I had previously purchased this same hat in black and loved it so much I just bought it again in white. I love that it is adjustable for a perfect fit. It's machine washable and -dryable...what could be better?" —Deezee
Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in six colors).
10. Bestselling Globbles fidget toys that stretch, squish, and stick to the wall (!!!) without leaving messy residue. You may wanna buy a set for every room in the house.
Check them out on TikTok.
Promising review: "Bought a six pack for my neurodivergent family. We are all either ADHD or autistic. I struggle with compulsive hair pulling and bought these to help keep my hands busy. They are the perfect size, more satisfying than a stress ball, clean easily, fun to hurl at the wall or ceiling, and so far have lasted very well. I did test the durability of one and did break one when I pulled it as hard as I could — the inside looks something like shaving cream and didn’t smell or anything. But if you have a kid who is an aggressive chewer, perhaps keep an eye on them." —Amazon Customer
Get a set of six from Amazon for $10.69.
11. A four-piece fishnet lingerie set embellished with chains and bows guaranteed to make you feel like your most badass self for a V-Day date or *anytime*. Go ahead, strike a pose.
Promising reviews: "Made my man's head spin!! This product is just as bright and vivid as the pictures. Fits beautifully, came with everything, fantastic quality, and sexy as hell. Do you and your partner a favor and just buy this already. Guarantee their jaws will hit the floor. 💯💯🔥🔥" —casandra s.
"If you are on the fence at all for this, let me give you a nudge. GET THIS!!! The quality is not at all what I was expecting from Amazon lingerie. It is superb! It’s soft, SUPER comfortable, and really pretty! The color is outstanding! My husband couldn’t keep his eyes, or hands, off me! GET IT GET IT GET IT! You will not be sorry!" —Amy H.
Get it from Amazon for $17.99 (available in women's sizes S–3XL and 18 colors).
12. An adorbs enamel pin combining two of your favorite things — felines and flapjacks. Doesn't this little butter kitty just make your heart melt?
This Portland, OR-based shop make super cute and creative pins.
Promising review: "I love the stare with nothing behind it on this butter cat pancake pin! Hahaha! This is my second pin from this shop. Slightly smaller than I was expecting, but that's all on me as I didn't check the dimensions in the description. I like the size, now that I have it. Great uniform colors, nice weight, and again love the double backing for extra security. Great product." —KitFin
Get it from Red Cabin Creative on Etsy for $13+ (available in two pin back styles).
13. The cutest lil' humidifier tank cleaner shaped like a fish friend who'll drift around your mister and kill odor-causing bacteria. It lasts up to 30 days and you o~fish~ially need one.
14. A trio of magnetic dog notepads so making your weekly grocery lists and leaving reminders for your fam on the fridge will feel a little less ~ruff~.
Promising review: "Really cute pads. Gave as gifts and kept some for me. Really adhere to refrigerator; very giftable." —Amazon Customer
Get a set of three from Amazon for $12.95 (also available in a cat version here).
15. A Fur-Zoff pet hair remover, which may *look* to the audience (you) like a regular stone, but BEHOLD — it can actually get your surfaces clear of your fur baby's epic shedding like never before. Actually being able to sit on your couch in black pants? Now that's a treat.
Promising review: "Holy cow, this is magic. I have a 230-pound mastiff. I have purchased any and everything claiming to get dog hair off car carpet. I have used at least three different vacuums and attachments. Lately, I have been using a microfiber towel because it had some grip. Then this piece of magic arrived. It gets every single hair no matter how embedded. There were hairs I had a hard time removing with my fingers. The Fur-Zoff pulled them right out. This has reduced my hair removal time in half!" —david r
Get it from Amazon for $11.08.
16. An incredibly relatable mug emblazoned with a very stylish opossum who clearly shares my taste in food, TV, and other things.
This is microwave- and dishwasher-safe!
Always Fits is a wonderfully quirky small biz based in Massachusetts with a huge selection of cheeky and pop-culture-inspired gifts.
Get it from Always Fits for $19.95.
17. A cutie patootie phone stand for my fellow pool flamingo enthusiasts. It's only February, so if I can't be plopped in a rubber flamingo, then at least my phone deserves to be!!!
Is this already on its way to me from Amazon? Maybe.
Promising review: "Flocking awesome. I love this little guy. He sits on my table on my porch. He is weatherproof. He has held several types of phones and is very stable. He makes me smile every time I use him." —Anne Knox
Get it from Amazon for $11.87.
18. A pretty beaded smart watch strap for anyone who refuses to go anywhere without their Apple Watch, but feels it sometimes ruins their outfit. This'll turn it into a fab piece of jewelry that'd look cool stacked with other bracelets!
Get it from Francesca's for $15 (originally $32.95).
19. An inspiring "Women Who Broke Glass Ceilings" wall calendar featuring gorgeous artwork and brief bios of real-life heroines — from Anna May Wong to Greta Thunberg to Laverne Cox. Follow in their footsteps, and who knows — maybe next year's version will feature *you*.
20. Golden botanical-inspired drop earrings I ~petal~ your pals will covet. And they are — wait a second — only $10!?! I'm truly amazed.
Promising review: "Exactly what I was looking for to pair with an evening dress. They fit well and look great without being heavy. Despite not being heavy, they have some substance to them and they are not flimsy. I would definitely recommend." —Karen M. Young
Get them from Amazon for $9.99.
21. A water-repellent tech storage set complete with a laptop sleeve and charger pouch. If you're looking for a cute, cheap, and practical way to travel with your precious electronics, look no further.
Promising review: "I bought this for myself, loved it so much that I bought another one for my daughter. Besides looking nice, it protects my laptop perfectly and is water resistant." —Maggie Burbia
Get it from Amazon for $16.89+ (available in 38 colors and five sizes).
22. A Baby Yoda scrunchie, because I can't make up products this hilarious, people. Also LOL at past you who thought your ponytail or messy bun was complete *without* Grogu in it. How naive we all were.
Get it from Box Lunch for $10.32 (originally $12.90).
23. A delightful door-draft stopper that proves form and function can happily coexist. This weighted plush pal will block cold outside air in the winter and hot air in the summer, plus reduce bugs and noise that might wanna creep into your space.
One reviewer notes you can also use the handles to hang it from the doorknob and block drafts on the side of the door!
Promising review: "I got this just in time, with below-zero temps and 40 mph winds. Very effective to reduce cold air getting in! Easy to use and thick enough to cover the bottom of the door." —Gail Swenson
Get it from Amazon for $20.99+ (available in five animals and three lengths).
24. A knotted faux-leather headband to have you channeling Blair-Waldorf-in-2023 energy and finishing all your 'fits off with an extra dose of chic.
Promising review: "Just got these so I can’t attest to durability, however first reaction was how soft and comfortable they were! Seriously, I was dreading buying any headband and feeling the impending headache from how it sits behind the ears. Not the case with these; a first for me. I have very fine/thin hair, and I’m excited to dress it up with these. They look to be very well-made and out of good materials. So happy with this purchase. Get them!" —Heidi Raetz Tedhams
Get it from Amazon for $16.41+ (available in 20 colors).
25. A sweet vegan and cruelty-free nail polish from Nailtopia's Disney 100th anniversary collection. Each shade features a different classic character, so you may have trouble picking just one (and you def don't have to 😉)!
26. A hilarious Ikea bag coin purse with a zip top for securely holding your tiny essentials and an adorable design that'll make you feel like you took a visit to your favorite store every day (without all the schlep).
27. A squee-worthy smiling cloud bath bomb that'll transform your tub into a magical rainbow. Plus, it's made with nourishing and moisturizing plant-based oils and shea butter and a yummy fruit blend scent, so you really can't go wrong.
Motherland Essentials is an awesome Black-owned, Charleston, SC-based small biz founded by a mom that specializes in affordable, plant-based, handcrafted soaps and other delightful bath and body care.
Promising review: "Love these so much. I bought three for my little one and he absolutely loved them! His skin is sensitive to some fragrances and dyes, but these were absolutely harmless to his beautiful skin. Thank you Motherland Essentials for making bathtime more fun!" —Elondia H.
Get it from Motherland Essentials for $8.
28. A clever tissue box cover to turn your Kleenex into little wisps of "smoke" coming out of a wee chimney. You can use this to turn an otherwise not-so-cute square tissue box into a ~minimal chic~ decor piece *or* use it as a blank canvas to decorate with stickers, paint, or washi tape!
The reviewer on the right recommended the washi tape available here and here to decorate the box like theirs!
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Elizabeth Lilly has this and raves: "I, an adult woman, cannot remember the last time I bought a box of tissues for my home (though I have several purse packs?!). It may have been when I most recently had a sinus infection, which I guess was two-plus years ago. But now that I’m playing house as a grown-ass person in an apartment to myself, I’m trying to be *responsible*. So obviously buying this whimsical tissue box cover is peak adulting.
Perhaps the reason I’ve been so bad at keeping around a box of tissues is because tissues just look...kind of ugly out in the open. But not with this lil’ cover! Now it’s a ~design element~ that I’ll hopefully remember to keep full. For now, it’s filled with a square box of tissues I unearthed from my old apartment’s closet while packing; it's presently neatly housed inside the tissue box cover, providing the 'smoke' for the tiny chimney. The only downside to committing to this box is that I'll have to buy square-shaped tissue boxes only now. But I can live with that. And with my not-snotty nose."
Get it from Amazon for $8.
29. The cutest little cow tabletop vacuum that'll actually moooootivate you to get the crumbs up off your desk instead of living with the remnants of Monday's sandwich and keep your kitchen table clear after a messy family meal — and that's no ~bull~.
Get some AA batteries for it here.
Promising review: "Cutest gift. This is the third one of these that I’ve bought. I got one for my parents, and they loved it and left it on the table and used it all the time. And my aunt saw it, and she loved it, so I bought one for her. Over the years, my mom and dad‘s first one broke, so this is the third one I’ve bought because they really loved it — they left it on the table even though it didn’t work anymore! Now, they got one that actually works. They still kept the old one. I think that’s hilarious." —Bo Delair
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
30. An 18-karat gold-plated gemstone ring sure to become your new signature piece. (And it looks like it cost a heck of a lot more than it did!)
It's from a small Black-owned jewelry business based in New York.
Get it from SaharasEssentials on Etsy for $21.60 (originally $36; available in sizes 6–8 and in three colors).
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You when someone suggests you could live without buying yourself little treats all the time:
