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1. A bagless, cordless Shark vacuum that’ll make keeping your floors clean a breeze. This pick is *so* much easier to move around your home than the huge, corded vacuums of yore; it converts easily from an upright vac to a hand-held one so you can get into hard-to-reach places no problem, and even flexes to get under low-to-the-ground furniture. Talk about versatile!
2. A three-step kitchen and household ladder, because there are easier ways to reach the very top shelves of your cabinets than hopping on the counters. (Speaking from hard-earned experience: You... won't always be spry enough for that. Signed, me and my aging knees.) Easy to fold out and equally easy to store, this little stepper is a must-have to make the most of your vertical storage — particularly if you, like me, are less than vertically blessed yourself.
3. A shoe storage cabinet with A+ aesthetics, so you don’t have to worry about tripping over your amazing shoe collection anymore. (Putting your shoes away as a matter of routine is a surefire sign of growing up, is it not?) This three-door cabinet has four looooooong shelves inside that can hold tons of pairs. Also, it’s gorgeous. Just sayin’.
4. An unexpectedly ~aesthetic~ air fryer, because there’s no easier way to cook for yourself than this. From Drew Barrymore’s Beautiful line, this gorgeous gadget has a six-quart capacity, so you can air fry, roast, reheat, or dehydrate whatever your little foodie heart desires — and did I mention how stunning it is? I mean, just look at it. It’s as much a piece of kitchen décor as it is an appliance. Meal prepping has never been easier or prettier!
5. A set of pantry and fridge storage bins, because nothing signifies that you are in the home of an on-top-of-their-ish adult like a well-organized kitchen. This set of stackable clear bins includes two wide bins, two narrow bins, an egg tray, and a can dispenser, plus a magnetic dry-erase board, so you’ll always be able to reach what you need quickly and easily. How grownup!
6. A bottle of highly effective oil-free sunscreen from Differin, because wearing SPF daily is essential for keeping you and your skin glowing at every stage of life. This lightweight formula packs an SPF of 30 for solid broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection — and it’s particularly good for oily, acne-prone, and sensitive skin, if that’s you. (It’s me. It’s absolutely me.)
7. An unexpectedly pretty anti-fatigue mat that’ll help keep your knees and feet in tip-top shape as the years go by. Most reviewers use this mat in the kitchen — it’s terrific for those times when you’re cooking up something ambitious or tackling a mountain of dishes, for example — but it’ll work its magic in a wide variety of other situations, too, like if you have a standing desk at work.
8. A wireless LED light bar or two, because stumbling around in the dark is a young person's game, not a Real, Live Grownup's one. With this lil' guy, though, you don’t have to worry about banging your shins on anything in the middle of the night anymore! Operable by remote control, it installs super easily and runs on batteries — no hardwiring or plugs required.
9. A three-tier, adjustable wire shelf organizer that’ll make getting a handle on just about anything — your kitchen cabinets, your pantry, your closets, your bathroom vanities — a cinch. The further into adulthood I get, the more I realize I just do not have the time or patience to dig through the depths of all my cabinets every time I need to yank out my cotton rounds or spare towels — and if you, too, are in that boat, this organizer will solve all your problems.
10. A wall-mounted mail and key organizer that'll make locking yourself out a thing of the past. With five hooks for keys, masks, and other assorted hanging must-haves, plus three (count 'em!) compartments for ingoing or outgoing mail, this handy little station will help you double-check that you’ve got everything you need before you run out the door in the morning.
11. A Squatty Potty, because you deserve to poop in comfort — especially as you get older. True, it's not particularly pretty... but it sure is effective.
12. A sleek office chair so comfortable, you’ll actually look forward to sitting in it all day, every day. Ergonomic and with loads of seat padding, this pick has all the bells and whistles you’d expect from a good office chair — smooth-rolling casters, a swivel feature, adjustable height, the works — plus clean lines and a streamlined silhouette that'll never go out of style, no matter how many times you change your work space's design scheme.
13. And a cozy lap desk for those days when you can't quite make it to your actual desk. (It happens to the best of us!) Suitable for laptops up to 15.6 inches and most tablets, this pick features a soft, cushioned bottom, a slot to hold your phone, and even a built-in mouse pad. Working from the couch is 100% acceptable for grown-ass adults to do — and you deserve to do it in comfort.
14. A really good gel memory foam mattress, because now is the time to start taking care of your back (trust me, it won't always be able to handle springs). This 10-inch mattress from Serta boasts three different layers of foam for a medium-firmness pick that’ll ease tossing and turning, as well as aches and pains — and it’s breathable, thanks to cooling technology, which, as most people who sleep hot can tell you (me, it’s me, I’m most people), is a boon when it comes to maintaining a comfortable snoozing temperature.
15. AND a trendily minimalist platform bed frame that’s also — key point! — easy to get in and out of. (I don’t know about you, but my rapidly aging joints are definitely not what they used to be.) With a 100% steel frame — no particle board here! — this option fits a variety of aesthetics, and as a bonus, it doesn’t require a box spring.
16. A six-quart enameled cast iron Dutch oven from Lodge, because hey, guess what? Your heirloom cookware doesn’t have to break the bank. I have this exact Dutch oven, and not only is it the most-used item in my kitchen, but I anticipate it holding onto its champion title for years to come — well into my old age. It’s solidly built. It cooks beautifully. It looks stunning. And it is not hundreds and hundreds of dollars. What more could you ask for?
17. A set of matte-finish stoneware dishes that are as beautiful as they are practical. This sophisticated and understated 12-piece service for four includes dinner plates, salad plates, and bowls, all of which are also dishwasher-, microwave-, and oven-safe. Gorgeous and easy to take care of? Yes, please!
18. A bottle of Scrub Free bathroom cleaner that’ll make keeping your bathroom clean just a tiny bit easier. It’s all in the name when it comes to this super useful cleaner: All you have to do is spray down your shower, your sink, or what have you, let it sit for a minute or two, and then wipe it away with a wet sponge — no heavy-duty scrubbing required. Your bathroom will thank you. You will thank you. Everybody wins.
19. A sleek motion-sensor trash can that will ruin you from all other trash cans. The lid opens itself with the wave of a hand, meaning you can open it up without making a huge mess, even if your hands are covered with flour, sauce, or what have you. Mundane? Perhaps. The best thing ever? Absolutely. Bonus: This 18.5-gallon pick has space for both trash and recycling!
20. A cool and classy sectional, because it's high time to replace your ancient futon with something more grownup. With a reversible chaise, this piece is both flexible and beautiful — and it's so comfy, you might find yourself accidentally falling asleep on it from time to time, too, according to reviewers. Who doesn't love a good nap?
21. A pair of blue light-filtering glasses, so you can protect your aging peepers from the strain of our constantly plugged-in world. If you spend a lot of time in front of your computer, these super pretty specs from Drew Barrymore’s Flower Eyewear line will cut down on the amount of blue light you're exposed to, which in turn might help you sleep better and eliminate headaches caused by (ouch) stressed-out eyeballs.
22. A ridiculously pretty lateral filing cabinet, because you’re going to need somewhere to stash your steadily growing collection of tax returns, housing-related documents, medical paperwork, and the like. Why not make it rustic-chic while you're at it? This two-drawer cabinet gives you plenty of space to organize all the bits of paper that are keeping you and your life together. Functionality doesn’t have to be boring!
23. A corner shower storage caddy that’ll keep your favorite lotions and potions within easy reach — meaning you won’t have to worry about slipping while reaching for them. (The perils of aging are many.) This two-tier pick features an open wire design that’ll help wet items dry better, too, because who has the time to worry about the nasty aftermath of pooling water?
24. A bottle of Downy's powerful wrinkle release spray, because you don't have to futz around with an iron to present your adult self as unflustered and freshly pressed at all times. Just spritz your clothes down with this stuff, give the hems a tug, and watch the wrinkles fall right out. Getting ready to take on the day has never been easier!
25. An energy-efficient blackout curtain panel or two that’ll actually, y’know, darken your room if you’ve been finding sleep to be somewhat more elusive the older you get. These classic panels have grommets at the top, so you won’t need to faff about with curtain rings; you can hang ‘em right on the rod. Easy peasy.
26. A pair of stunning yet practical storage baskets, because Adult You will always appreciate Young'un You having thought ahead by providing plenty of ways to get your clutter out of the way. These gorgeous seagrass baskets can hold anything from blankets to toys — and they do it with panache, too.
27. A cute and sturdy storage bench so versatile, you’ll never stop finding uses for it throughout your entire adult life. Seriously, storage benches are the unsung heroes of home furnishings: Pop some baskets in the cubbies and you’ve got an easy spot to get odds and ends out of sight. If you want to get a bit more creative, you can use the cubes as display space for your favorite objets d'art. And, you will never, ever regret having more seating in your home. Trust me.
28. And a Waterpik flosser, because you only get one set of teeth, so if you, uh, don’t want to run into problems later, you’d best start taking care of them now. This cordless option gets your flossing done quickly and easily, getting into the hardest-to-reach crevices in your mouth and blasting lingering gunk out with the power of water. And, unlike models that come with a tank, this one is portable, so you’ll never have an excuse not to floss.
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