35 Beautiful Products You'll Be Daydreaming About
A beautiful tennis bracelet to add just the right amount of "oomph" to your look. This 14-karat gold-plated bracelet looks way more expensive than what you paid for and has a durable clasp so you can wear it all day every day.
A set of quilted placemats that will look gorgeous on your dining room table and under the fancy plates you take out for special occasions (or the simple Target ones you got on sale)! The scalloped edge adds extra detail, and best of all, these are reversible and machine washable!
A satin ribbon bow bookmark so darling you'll want to get one in every color and grab a new book just to go with it. Just think about it, your cover of Twisted Love by Ana Huang will look perfect with the light blue bow!
An understated but sleek retro-style baguette purse because your canvas tote can only do so much for an outfit. The gold detailing and vintage-y snap closure makes this shoulder bag oh-so-chic and proves that a great accessory can make any outfit look more lavish.
A beaded shoulder bag since you've probably seen these all over your Pinterest and have thought about them ever since. The beaded detailing is gorgeous and these easily compare to the Staud Tommy beaded bags that start at $295!
A mug and saucer set that might just be your ~cup of tea~ if you love unique versions of typically boring items. I mean, how can you see this and not immediately think, "You're coming home with me!"
A pair of statement teardrop earrings, a fashion-forward twist on the classic hoop. Contrary to how chunky they look, reviewers say they are lightweight and a comfortable staple to their earring collection. Bottega Veneta, who??
And, a chic shoulder bag that's basically the Goldilocks of all bags. It's not too big, not too small — it's juuuussst right, since it holds a lot of stuff and it's versatile enough to go with pretty much any outfit. Plus, it doesn't hurt that it looks just like a Bottega Veneta bag!
A book-shaped flower vase for the bookworm that loves flowers just as much as they love reading. I mean, does this not give off "I am an intellectual, but I also love my aesthetics" energy?
A decorative rainbow window film perfect for those who want a little privacy, thank you very much, but also love feeling like their home is an enchanted getaway. Reviewers like how easy it is to install and how pretty it looks when the sun shines through.
A 3D printed lamp that doubles as a dried flower vase. (Genius!) You're able to change the lamp's color, so you can even match it to whatever colored dried flowers you choose. Who needs a boring old lightbulb and shade when you've got this pretty thing?
A quick-heating Fellow electric kettle to make you sing 🎶 here is my handle, here is my spout 🎶 with pride because of how beautiful it is. It's fancy gooseneck for optimal pouring and customizable temperature settings prove that function and beauty can coexist in the kitchen.
A set of geode bookends that add some beauty to your bookshelf while ensuring your little library stays in place. Dare I say.... these ~rock~ because they even have little rubber bumpers so that they won't scrape your surfaces.
A satin dress with floral straps — perfect for any occasion, but especially for a spring or summer wedding. You'll look so good in this that YOU'LL be living rent free in the minds of all the other wedding guests!
A Porter Seal-Tight glass container, which will basically put other containers to shame because of how pretty AND leakproof they are. Whether it's overnight oats, a green smoothie, or the same leftovers you've been eating for three days straight, your food stores perfectly in this durable to-go container.
A set of modern olive oil dispensers you won't want to hide in the pantry because they look *chef's kiss.* They come with 37 different labels whether you choose to fill them oil, vinegar, or syrup, AND they come with a funnel for easy refilling.
A wooden digital alarm clock/wireless phone charger so you can have the best of both worlds that Hannah Montana was singing about. It's a chic piece of decor for your nightstand and a way to reduce the amount of charging cords in your room!
A set of dainty but surprisingly strong bow-shaped hair clips that will be a BOW-utiful touch to your updo hairstyles.
An adorable floral ceramic latte mug for anyone who wants a break from the typical sleek coffee cup and appreciates anything that gives off that homemade aesthetic. (Bonus: these are microwave-safe!)
An adorable garden-themed bath mat/rug so you can step out of the shower and be met with a plush place for your feet that also makes you feel like your bathroom is a little fairy garden forest.
A nonstick deep dish pan from BuzzFeed's Goodful collection capable of frying, sautéing, and braising, all while looking super cute on your stovetop. It's made from high-quality aluminum and even comes with a beechwood spatula!
Tie-front satin PJs so beautiful and luxurious-looking that you'll start to question if these even count as pajamas. They look *and* feel way more expensive than they are and come in so many colors!
A darling "Candle By The Hour" beehive candle sure to get some buzz from your friends because this might be the coolest candle they've ever seen. Once you light it, it burns until the flame reaches the tip of the little extinguisher. Yay for a cool candle and not forgetting about an open flame!
Or, a genius candle warmer lamp if you don't want to bother with flames, but still want to enjoy that fancy candle splurged on from Anthropologie. It'll help increase the longevity of your candle, and as Kacey Musgraves once said... "I'm alright with a slow burrrrnnnnn."
A wavy full-length mirror so cool and unique that you'll want to take mirror selfies and OOTD pics in it for everyone to see. It'll be the mirror mirror on the wall that is the fairest and funkiest of them all!
Or, a smaller gold decorative mirror you can hang up on the wall and have it stand out next to your framed prints *or* you can use it as a place to hold jewelry, perfumes, and other small trinkets.
A rug, which adds a vintage-y vibe thanks to its beautiful patterned design. It cleverly hides stains—perfect if your kids tend to make a mess—and the best part? It's machine washable!
A stuhhhhninggggg glass blown flower vase — it's definitely a splurge, but my oh my, it's gonna look good on your kitchen table, living room shelf, or pretty much anywhere you find an excuse to display it. It's pretty with flowers in it, but it looks just as beautiful on its own.
A dainty pickleball paddle set so you can serve in style no matter how good or bad you are at the game. These will look so cute with your fave pickleball outfit and they even come with an adorable carrying bag and extra balls!
A midi corset dress because you've had your eye on the House of CB "Carmen" dress for a while but cannot justify its $225 price tag. Thankfully, this one is way cheaper, looks just like it, and will be your favorite dress in your closet!
Anthropologie's Icon Juice Glass, which are named "icon" for a good reason since these glasses stay popular throughout all the drinkware trends going on. Don't be surprised if you start collecting these because I know I do!
And a set of beautiful multicolor vintage-inspired martini glasses that are just as functional as they are beautiful. You can fill these up with some bubbly and bring a sparkling touch to your dinner table and your kitchen cabinets.
A retro-style toaster — it might just convince you that your favorite kitchen gadget is a freakin' toaster of all things. And it looks quiteee similar to the ever-so-expensive Smeg toaster.
A gorgeous cowl-neck satin dress you'll want to pull out for date night, your cousin's wedding, and pretty much any event since you can dress it up with fancy heels or keep it casual with some nice sandals.
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