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1. A cast-iron Dutch oven, because one of the best realizations you'll have in your thirties is that your practical stuff can also be gorgeous. I have this 6-quart beauty, and honestly, it is one of my favorite things in my kitchen. Not only does it heat superbly and bake wonderfully (ask me about my newfound love of no-knead bread!), it also looks stunning ā even when itās just sitting out on the stovetop. Bonus: it includes a matching trivet!
2. A roll-out fridge caddy thatāll keep your refrigerator organized and everything in it accessible. Your thirties are a great time to work on kicking the habit of losing track of things you've stashed in the fridge until long past their edible lifespans. And this caddy can help! It'll corral all your groceries and negate the need to rummage around in the back for forgotten items.
3. And a set of four clear kitchen storage bins, because any 30-something appreciates a well-ordered pantry. These BPA-free bins are good for storing anything from fruits and veg to baking supplies ā and since they're clear, youāll always be able to see their contents, cutting down on the amount of digging around and all that āWHERE DID I PUT THE CINNAMONā aggravation that plagued you in your younger years.
4. A big ol' bottle of daily shower cleaner, so you can keep your bathroom mildew-free with almost zero effort. (Weāre all about efficiency in our thirties, right?) Just spritz some of this stuff in the tub or on your shower walls and floors when youāre done washing up each day, and then justā¦ walk away. Yes, really. Regular use will prevent hard water buildup, mildew, and other weirdā¦ growths. Heck yes.
5. A Squatty Potty, because the older you get, the more you realize the worth of pooping in comfort. It may not be the prettiest bathroom accessory, but thanks to its posture-aligning abilities, itāll work wonders when it comes to helping everything justā¦ slide right on out.
6. And an affordable but highly effective bidet attachment from Bio Bidet, so you can treat your tush right when you're all done doing your thing. This sleek, easily installed pick is totally hydraulic, so regardless as to whether you have an electrical outlet near your toilet or not, you can still experience the joys of a bidet. Once you do, youāll never go back.
7. A Casper cooling memory foam mattress thatāll help you get the best sleep of your life ā even if you've found nights in your thirties to be somewhat restless. Do you overheat easily while you snooze? This mattress can help with that. Its breathable top helps keep air flowing through it, which, in turn, helps keep you cool. Go catch those zzzzzs, friends.
8. An aesthetically pleasing laundry hamper, because itās finally time to get rid of that old pop-up mesh thing youāve been carting around since college. This woven, double-sided option with dual flip-top lids should do the trick. Go ahead. Treat yourself. Your inner HGTV star will thank you for it.
9. A good household tool kit, so you can DIY some of your own fix-it needs, you big olā competent 30-something, you. This 40-piece set packs everything you need to handle most common household needs; included are a tape measurer, a claw hammer, pliers, a bunch of hex keys, a ratchet screwdriver with a ton of bits, scissors, a utility knife, some precision screwdrivers, a magnetic bit holder, and a case to keep it all in.
10. A set of dishwasher- and microwave-safe stoneware dishes thatāll dress up your dining room table with some understated yet practical sophistication. This 16-piece service for four includes dinner plates, salad plates, mugs, and bowls ā and, I mean, letās be honest: We all deserve to feel fancy even when dinner is cereal. (No judgment. Youāre in your thirties. Do what you want. You make the rules.)
11. A stunningly modern three-head floor lamp, so you can finally swap that bendy-armed plastic lamp youāve been carting around since your dorm room days for something nicer ā without sacrificing the practicality of a flexible lighting solution. The turn-knob rotary switch on this sleek, cool pick lets you turn on one, two, or all three heads, allowing you to set your level of illumination just how you like it.
12. A good olā fashioned filing cabinet, because even in our increasingly paperless world, youāre still going to want a safe place to stash hard copies of your growing collection of important documents: Your lease or mortgage, your tax forms, medical recordsā¦ all that 30-something adulting stuff. This two-drawer filer will help you stay organized ā and since it isnāt super āoffice-y,ā itāll look super cute doing it, too
13. A sleek and streamlined writing desk thatāll look right at home in your stylishly functional home office setup. Unlike a traditional executive desk, this pick isnāt heavy or stodgy; instead, it offers clean lines and an airy feel, thanks to its slick metal frame and open shelving. You're in your thirties now. You deserve to have the work-from-home space of your professional dreams.
14. Or, a lift-top coffee table, because you can still have a practical work-from-home setup even if square footage is at a premium. No room for a full desk? Just pop the top on this flexible living room piece, and voila: Youāve got plenty of desk space on top, and plenty of storage underneath. Your ancient LACK coffee table could never.
15. And a chic, modern task chair thatāll make you actually want to sit down to work every day. With tilt control, pneumatic height adjustment, adjustable arms, and five caster wheels, itās got all the flexibility and movement you could want from a workspace seating solution ā and it looks darn good, too.
16. A lightweight, bagless Shark stick vacuum thatāll make keeping your floors clean a breeze. This compact lil' vac is so much easier to move around your home than the huge, messy, bagged vacuums of yore. You can change out the attachments with the click of a button; it easily converts to a hand-held device, negating the need to buy an additional hand vacuum; and, bonus, it's particularly good for pet hair, if you have furbabies.
17. A tufted storage bench with cute little midcentury modern-inspired legs, because by the time you hit your thirties, you've no doubt developed a deep, deep appreciation for versatile furniture pieces. Itās extra seating! Itās an awkward-space-filler! And, of course, itās a place to stash those odds and ends floating around the room that you just want to get out sight!
18. A thermal blackout curtain panel or two, so you can finally get the shut-eye you need in your thirties and save some cash on your climate control bills. (Look at how responsible you are!) These curtain panels have a cool, modern feel, thanks to the grommets at the top ā and with both temperature-regulating abilities and blackout capabilities, theyāll create the ideal sleeping environment for you without you needing to do anything other than, yāknow, hang them. Handy!
19. A pack of striped cotton kitchen towels that tick both the āeffectiveā and āprettyā boxes. (Yes, your 30-something kitchen can have both!) Made of a soft, cotton terry blend, theyāre excellent at their actual job ā that is, drying dishes ā but they also come in such lovely shades that they do double duty as kitchen dĆ©cor, too. And hey, as you probably know by now, thereās no such thing as having too many dish towels.
20. A hand-held combination garment steamer and iron because it just doesn't do to go around with wrinkled shirts all the time when you're 30+, does it? Usable both horizontally and vertically, it can handle traditional ironing and quicker steaming; heck, you can even use it on curtains, upholstery, or bedding to smooth out wrinkles and kill bacteria. And since itās so compact, storing it is a cinch, too.
21. A powerful oxy stain remover, so you can keep your carpets and upholstery in tip-top shape without wasting valuable time in your busy 30-something life steam cleaning the entire floor. The formula in this neat-o āblotter bottleā from Bissell can tackle everything from pet messes to red wine stains; all you have to do is apply it, let it sit for about a minute, then scrub it a little bit with the included brush, and voila: Instant stain removal.
22. A bold accent cabinet, because your storage solutions donāt have to be boring just because youāre officially a 30-something. This pick boasts six (count 'em!) compartments, each with its own little door, giving you plenty of practical storage space ā but it's also super fun, thanks to its retro styling.
23. A plush cotton bath towel (or two, or three, or...) thatāll turn your bathroom into the most luxurious of spa retreats. I mean, you need towels, right? Towels are always a practical investment ā and in your thirties, you deserve nothing but the softest of towels in which to enrobe yourself after each and every shower.
24. A reviewer-beloved air fryer, because you deserve to have three actual square meals each day, no matter how busy your thirties might be. (Thereās a time and a place for instant ramen, but if youāre anything like my aging self, you justā¦ donāt get enough fuel from it for it to count as a full meal these days.) This 5-quart pick from Gourmia can have everything from hot wings to crispy brussels sprouts on the table in minutes ā and cleanup is a cinch, too.
25. A vacuum wine preserver, so you can save the bougie wine lover inside you from dying a little bit every time you fail to finish an entire bottle in a timely fashion. This useful device pumps any and all air out of the bottle, while the two stoppers create a seal make sure it stays that way. The result? Unfinished bottles stay fresher, longer ā and your 30-something self absolutely knows the value of being able to enjoy every last drop.
26. And a highly-rated Cuisinart coffee maker, because life is too short to drink bad coffee. (Trust me: As someone who chose my thirties to be the time I finally replaced my aging, unreliable, and cheap coffee maker with something better, it is truly worth the splurge.) This 14-cup option is programmable, so you can set it to go off at exactly the right time every morning ā and it brews one heck of a good cup, according to literally thousands of reviewers.
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