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1. Sleek and minimal monochrome, fine-tip gel pens with the ~write~ stuff to feature prominently in the Pinterest-worthy desk of your dreams.
Promising review: "Initially just bought these pens for the look; however, once I got them, I was impressed with how nicely they write. I had bought another pack of $20 pens that I got just for function, and I think these ones write just as nicely. These definitely feel like a good value — both cute and actually work well." —Amazon Customer
Get a pack of five from Amazon for $6.98 (available in eight color combinations).
2. A gluten- and cruelty-free mascara that's only $5 — but will produce results worth a heck of a lot more than that.
Promising review: "After using Lights, Camera, Lashes by Tarte for the past year, I got tired of breaking the bank over mascara. My sister suggested Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect, and I IMMEDIATELY fell in love. It provides dramatic length and great volume. I can honestly say I can’t stop looking at my eyelashes in the mirror every single day because of how awesome they look. Also, it is very long-wearing. I go from an eight-hour work day right to the gym and sweat like wild, and this stuff doesn’t budge! I love it!!" —Carrie E Miller
Get it from Amazon for $4.99.
3. A cool but subtle sterling-silver beaded bracelet with beads that spell out "bad ass" in Morse code, because, um, that's what you are. Plus, it'll easily blend in with your other everyday jewelry.
4. A clever blending bottle to totally ~shake up~ the way you make pancakes from now on. It's got a cap that doubles as a stand to fill it with mix, plus a built-in whisk ball so you can just shake it to mix your batter. Then you can squeeze out the perfect, mess-free amount into the pan. Batter up!
They seriously thought of everything — it's even top-rack dishwasher safe!
Promising review: "I LOVE this thing! Breakfast has never been faster or easier! And it doesn't make noise that will wake everyone up while I am mixing. The silicone tip is real silicone and does well against cast iron. I have never been able to get my pancakes this fluffy until now! So great! It is also super easy to clean. The bottom comes off to fill it up, and it turns into a stand by setting the top into the bottom setting." —KC Hunter
Get it from Amazon for $11.80.
5. An absolutely brilliant reading tracker bookmark that's like a living keepsake. The adorable illustration features 50 blank book spines for you to color in and write in titles as you make your way through your reading list, and then you can save it as a permanent record of your bookworm tendencies.
This UK-based small business makes truly gorgeous art for book lovers!
Promising review: "I’ve been trying to get back into reading, and the urge to fill this bookmark is really making me want to read! It’s so cute, and I love how much space there is to fill." —Kaitlyn Wells
Get it from Britishbookart on Etsy for $3.68, or get a double-sided version with room for 100 books for $4.05.
6. Orly's Synthetic Symphony nail polish, which is officially my new personal fave. The electric purple is sooooo cool and different for all seasons, and it goes on super well and LASTS.
I've gotten really into at-home manis during the past few months and have become an absolute Orly convert. Compared to other more "It" nail brands that begin with "O" — Opi and Olive and June? This outlasts 'em — really. Whether it's their regular polish or their Breathable line, I find that the colors are gorgeous and rich, they go on smoothly even if you low-key suck at doing nails like I do, and they stay looking fresh for days — longer than any other polish I've tried. That means a lot coming from me, since I wash my hands constantly and am prone to picking at my nails and cuticles. With my track record, finding a polish that still looks pretty darn good after about a week is a massive win. The only exception to this is their glitter polish, but like, when has glitter polish ever worked well outside of a salon?? Orly's topcoat and remover are also the best I've ever tried, and I love the rubbery, easy-to-grip handles on all their polish bottles. And this color in particular??? It is pretty and rocker chic and glam and quirky all at the same time (all the things a perfect shade of purple should be), and it is basically my aesthetic in a bottle. It feels really different from the myriad other purples in my collection, too, so I recommend it if you're looking to stand out this summer.
Get it from Orly for $9.50.
7. A beautiful deck of rainbow playing cards you'll love so much, you won't be able to keep a poker face.
8. Absolutely OMG-worthy bubble tea earrings, which are basically tapioca-lling your name.
9. An iconic Alexis Rose quote sticker representing how you've responded to every invitation you've received since you watched the Schitt's Creek pilot.
10. A set of black, white, pink, and gold velvet and faux pearl headbands here to prove that making an outfit instantly glam is *totally* possible for under $10.
11. Whimsical ice cream bowls and matching spoons perfect for at-home ice cream parties — even if the party guests are you, your couch, a nature show, and your cat staring at you wishing it could have your noms.
12. An aww-dorable Eeveelution pride pin flying your flag in the cutest way possible and that you'll want to wear on your jacket or backpack 24/7/365, long after Pride Month is over.
13. An equal parts adorable and affordable alarm clock that's *silent* so it won't be obnoxious on your bedside table. It'll just sit there looking all mod and cute.
Get the required AA battery here.
Promising review: "This clock is exactly what I’ve been looking for — for literally years. It’s got a great alarm. It’s attractive. It doesn’t tick. It doesn’t tip over when jostled. And the best part about this clock is that there’s a little button I can push on the back when it’s dark and I want to know the time. A sweet little light illuminates the clock face, nothing glaring, nothing that’s going to wake me up if I’m half asleep. And the clock is nice and stable, so it doesn’t fall over when I’m reaching for it. I bought the pale-green model, and it’s very attractive. Normally my reviews (if I make one) are short and to the point, but this little clock deserves kudos. If you’re reading this, you want a good clock. I’m telling you: This is the one you’re looking for. You can thank me later. :)" —Holly K
Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in five colors).
14. Trendy rectangular-frame sunglasses for a '90s-tastic look so cool, Gen Z will forgive the side part you're rocking them with.
Personally I REFUSE to get rid of my side part!!!
Promising review: "OK, I bought this set for a fashion statement, but they are so well made I wear them every day! The packaging was very nice. I love having both color options; an amazing price for the value of the sunglasses. Highly recommend you get them. I’ve had so many compliments. All my friends tried them on, and they look good on everyone. Get them!" —Kim RN
Get them from Amazon for $11+ (or $13.55+ for a set of two; available in 22 colors).
15. A delightful Baby Yoda Instant Pot decal to get everyone extra pumped to taste your ~out of this world~ cooking.
This New Mexico–based small business sells all sorts of pop culture–inspired decals!
Promising review: "Looks great. Went on easy. Daughter loves to point and scream at our Baby Yoda Instant Pot." —George
Get it from BlueMoonFlowerDesign on Amazon Handmade for $6+ (available in 3 sizes and 25 colors).
16. Eyebrow-styling soap you can just brush on to make your brows look super full and fluffy or to even style them into your desired shape. The 17 different brow pencils you have stashed in your vanity will all be jealous.
17. A bright, cheerful, and cute as a ~button~ fit-and-flare dress that's the ultimate summer wardrobe staple. It'd look perfect with pretty much every fun pair of sandals or statement earrings you own, not to mention under your fave jean jacket.
Get it from Forever 21 for $19.99 (originally $24.99; available in sizes 0X–3X and in two colors).
18. Cutesy kitty paw tongs so you can use toe beans to cook actual beans (or pretty much anything else).
Promising review: "Small but ADORABLE!! These are the cutest little kitty paws! Even the inside has tiny toe pads. Yes, they're small, but they're perfect for a cheese plate or small appetizers. They'd make an excellent gift for a cat lover." —Michelle's Minions
Get them from Amazon for $10.50.
19. A just plain delightful 3D-printed foam soap dispenser attachment that'll turn the soap you pump into a magical Disney shape, so you can feel like you truly live in the House of Mouse.
Promising review: "I absolutely LOVE this product!! Is it necessary? No. Did it, and does it, bring me endless amounts of joy? Absolutely!! I was squealing like a child the first time I used it. I will be ordering more for my family who are also Disney obsessed. It makes me smile every single time I use it. Thank you for such a fun and well-made product!" —Chisten Overton
Get it from MouseDelights3D on Etsy for $12 (available in 13 colors and in Mickey or Minnie shapes).
20. Artsy face- and hand-shaped drop earrings sure to make anyone with quirky style say, "Those are so anato-me!"
21. A so-cute-I'm-not-sure-how-it's-allowed plush burger bear, because Bareburger is a chain restaurant, but burger bear is a way of life.
This California-based shop is full of cute plushies!!!
Promising review: "Him is bear, but also him is burger. 10/10." —Jordan Cox
Get it from 626Lifestyle on Etsy for $24.99.
22. A posh and shockingly inexpensive multi-zippered, quilted cross-body purse, which'll actually keep your crap organized instead of floating around aimlessly in the abyss of your handbag like usual.
23. A badass and feminist sticker featuring the "cool S" that's extremely reminiscent of your middle school notebook doodles — assuming that in middle school you read a lot of Judith Butler and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie.
This shop has *such* fun and unique pop culture–inspired gifts!
Promising review: "This sticker is truly my favorite thing! The quality is amazing, and the design is awesome. I immediately put it on my iPad!" —Kyli Stoner
Get it from PopWaterStudio on Etsy for $4.
24. A whimsical unicorn pet bed so cute, you'll squeal every time you see your tiny friend snoozing inside.
25. A vaccine card holder with a handy clip, because you *finally* got the greatest treat of all — the vaccine — and need a way to store your records accordingly (and aesthetically). Especially since they decided to make those cards way too big to fit in a regular wallet (but hey, you won't hear me complaining)!
26. CND SolarOil, a low-key magical oil here to banish brittle nails and dry cuticles for good. Nailed it!
27. A spooky mug featuring the most iconic BuzzFeed Unsolved quote of all time (OK, maybe second most — I'm rather partial to "I've connected the two dots..."). It's perfect for sipping your all-important morning coffee, so you don't spend the rest of the day feeling like a ghost.
Get it from Shop BuzzFeed for $15.
28. Wonderfully ridiculous (and/or ridiculously wonderful) corgi butt shorts that will put every other pair of lounge shorts in your drawer to shame. Go home; it's over — these tush-tastic babies win.
29. A precious set of African animal sticky note tabs for marking important pages when studying, flipping through your fave cookbook, or struggling to organize a ~wild~ semester's worth of class notes.
These are from a Black woman–owned Etsy shop with all kinds of cute pens and desk accessories! Also, check out more great Black woman–owned Etsy shops.
Get a set of eight pads from TheFinePrintPaperie on Etsy for $3.29.
30. A yummy variety pack of grain-free cookies featuring chocolate chip, ginger snap, snickerdoodle, and peanut butter cookies made without gluten, dairy, and added sugars. They're paleo- and keto-friendly, not to mention very mid-workday snack-friendly.
Promising review: "Can't get enough! It’s been tough trying to find brands that are within my dietary restrictions, but Hu makes it easy to get delicious snacks of different varieties within my limitations." —Gregory R.
Get four bags from Hu Kitchen for $20 (or $18 with a subscription).
31. A lightweight and easy lace-trimmed bralette I 10/10 ~support~ you buying in every color and making your new everyday go-to pick.
32. A funny bed-shaped sponge holder for your trusty sponge to take a snooze in and that'll make you smile every time you see it — not to mention let your gross sponge drain and not just fester in the basin of your sink.
33. Quirky and summery metal novelty bookends worthy of a fancy vacation house, but perfect for keeping your TBR stack secure even in your tiny apartment.
34. Fun social media–inspired socks so cute and mood-boosting, you might want to double-tap "add to cart."
Promising review: "I’m a nurse and love wearing fun socks to brighten up my scrubs. These don’t bunch or rub. Fun patterns!" —MadTownChick
Get them from J. Crew Factory for $5.99 (originally $9.50)
35. A pack of actually cute acne patches, because everyone gets pimples, and these are a much more fun (and selfie-worthy!) way to shrink them than just applying some Clearasil.
36. A cool holographic, photo booth–inspired strip paying homage to your favorite Taylor Swift album (if you can choose). Maybe have each of your friends buy one to represent their bet on which rerecord is coming next???
All my money's on 1989, guys. That said, I recently ordered the purple Reputation version of this for my room! It's from a London-based, Black woman–owned business specializing in music fandom merch.
Get it from Sweetestcreature on Etsy for $4.43+ (available in 14 colors and 9 albums, and in a laminated bookmark version).
37. And a huge mood of a note card and pencil cup set in the shape of the year 2020 — and by that, I mean a dumpster fire.
Get it from Amazon for $12.
Realizing you can afford all these treats:
