35 Products So Cute You'll Have A Little Bit Of A Crush
Lip Smacker Rolly Lip Gloss so cooling, so silky smooth, and so darn nostalgic that you'll want to try one in every fruity flavor — just don't come crying to me when you accidentally fall into a time machine and wake up in a Backstreet Boys video.
A set of book-shaped sponges, aka what happens when Cinderella and Belle collaborate on your birthday gift.
An absolutely darling Kate Spade lunch tote at such a reasonable price point that honestly, it's worth buying just to make your coworkers jealous alone. Let the office lunch thief TRY and take snacks out of the chic bag that everyone knows is yours!
A floral edition of Burn After Writing, a guided journal countless TikTokers swear by — through a series of questions and thought experiments, it encourages people to take time away from their screens to explore their feelings, both new and old, so they can embrace meaningful ones and try to let others go.
A NeeDoh "Dream Drop," another release from the *elite* Needoh sensory fidget toy line for anyone who wants to add more calm and focus to their day. This goo-filled, delightfully colorful fidget has a satisfying squish with a "slow rise" before going back to its original shape. Reviewers also love that it doesn't have the kind of stickiness that picks up debris and makes it hard to clean.
A set of limited edition Band-Aids with retro flower patterns so the next time you get a little ouch, you can be like, "wound care, but make it summer-y."
A waterproof retro-style Bluetooth speaker designed like a mini radio so you can blast your playlists as adorably as possible. Reviewers love how portable this little gizmo is, and how well the sound carries despite its size!
An Anthropologie-inspired reversible quilted throw blanket you can get in all kinds of fun, lively sprints that will startle your boring couch into having a personality, or give your bed a *much* needed reset after a rainy, dreary spring.
A set of dainty but surprisingly strong bow-shaped hair clips to pair with all your frilliest summer dresses or to add a soft touch your more structured work outfits.
A set of itty bitty vintage-inspired spoons that are just BEGGING to be used for all your coffee, tea, dessert, and yogurt needs. (Is it just me, or do we all have an Emotional Support Tiny Spoon?)
A set of flower petal dessert glasses so you can serve up little puddings, ice creams, and yogurt parfaits and decorate them with edible flowers for your Meghan Markle era. 🌸 Reviewers also use these for cocktails and juice!
A set of lightweight, oh-so-dainty ruffled pajamas inspired by the $89 Piyama version. Revievers are in loooove with this set for summer, saying the fabric is so high quality that it feels like linen. If you're looking for breezy warm weather loungewear, this adorable set fits the bill!
A set of pastel sheer rainbow wineglasses to really get some adorable bang for your buck, because there's no way you won't use them as decor whenever you're not sipping sparkling rosé from them.
A little rose-shaped straw topper for your emotional support water bottle so you can remind yourself everything's (literally) coming up roses every time you pluck it off to take a sip. This is an excellent way to keep your straw safe from germs in between sips!
A wildly popular hummingbird projection lantern to make your porch or backyard feel like you're stepping out of the real world and into a whimsical fairy tale.
A coquette cocktail print so your bar can be every bit as cutesy, demure, and mindful as the rest of your life. (Well, so long as that espresso martini isn't in the picture.)
A cloud-shaped utility knife you *need* in your life if you're a person who gets a lot of packages — this will save you a whole lot of time and effort (and DESPAIR over your ruined nails) with quick, easy cuts.
A bunch of teensy macaron boxes for a delightful upgrade to many things in your life, whether it's storing pills or trinkets or just staring at them looking all fancy and delicious on your bedside table.
The Knights of Tayrealm, an Instagram sensation turned into a coloring book that reimagines of all the different eras of Taylor Swift's career. In the magical Tayrealm, you'll find the Holy Bard humming in Red Land, the Lover Archer guarding her castle, and even the Folklore Fairy on a quest to find Woodvale.
A set of retro-style novelty socks perfect for anyone whose plans this season are, "Be cute, sleep, repeat." Reviewers note that these are delightfully soft and hold up well in the wash!
A set of itty bitty ceramic rice ball vases that all onigiri lovers deserve to have on their desk as a delicious aesthetic. LOOK AT THESE HAPPY BUBS.
A vintage-inspired flower table lamp so dreamy that it will feel like you pulled it out of a fairy tale and into your room. It features an adjustable "stem" neck and three brightness settings, making it the perfect option for late night reading and extra desk illumination!
A handy, aesthetically pleasing kitchen measurement conversion magnet for the avid baker who is like, "Avoiding math, but make it fashion." This pretty little magnet will make sure your pretty little head doesn't have to break itself with equations the next time you bake.
A set of silicone teacup cupcake liners so you can have your cake and "drink" it, too. Reviewers loved these for tea parties and cupcake decorating parties!
A flowerpot-shaped lemon juicer designed to flex on all your other kitchen tools — it's not only really good at its job, but it looks gosh darn adorable doing it.
A daisy-shaped egg separator so the next time you're getting your protein in, you'll have some legit "flower power" on your side.
A daisy-shaped dish brush with a lil' vase holder so cute that, fair warning, you can't use it without accidentally bursting into an iconic Disney princess song. (Dibs on all of Tangled.)
A dainty pickleball paddle set so even if you're the worst players on the court, you'll at least be the cutest. These come complete with a chic carrying bag and four balls!
An adorable garden-themed bath mat/rug to add a bright spot to any space so fast that it will be like "Instant Whimsy, Just Add Rug." Reviewers use this in their bathrooms, laundry rooms, and even their living rooms for a bit of cottagecore cuteness!
A nonstick heart-shaped egg and pancake pan so precious that if breakfast wasn't already your favorite meal of the day, it's about to steal your literal *and* figurative heart now.
Anthropologie's Icon Juice Glass in all kinds of delightfully adorable themes, because if there is one thing I know for sure, it's you can never have too many of these precious glasses!!
A flower-shaped pill organizer so cute that taking your medication will suddenly feel like the most ~~aesthetic~~ main character part of your routine. These feature a surprisingly large capacity, and the days are detachable so you can take pills on go!
A lovely Secret Garden–inspired book vase for a subtle, dainty way to tell your guests, "Yes, I will be extremely unavailable when the next season of Bridgeton drops." The *decor's kiss* perfect amount of whimsy meets practicality.
A set of assorted pool floaties so cute it'll feel like you're accessorizing the whole pool when you throw them in. (It's all fun and games until I start fighting someone for that pink donut one.)
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