30 Tips To Help You Look A Bit More Put-Together

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17-05-2025

First up is wake up. Our least favorite task of the day, but let me put you onto my new fave life hack: The Hatch Restore 3. (Mine is in the new rosey color!) Yes, yes, you've seen them around but if you haven't woken up with it, you don't know what you're missing: Gentle light, ambient soundscapes you get to handpick yourself... Trust me. This will be your new fave roommate because you'll actually enjoy waking up which I think has decreased my under-eye dark circles by roughly 700%. (Because. girl math.)
Promising review: "After struggling with both falling asleep and waking up for years, my wife and I decided to invest in the Hatch Restore 3. After using it for a couple of weeks now, I can confidently say this device has transformed our sleep routine positively and we wish we would have started using this a lot sooner instead of simply using our iPhones as alarm clocks. Our favorite features are the 'Light Rain' and 'Ocean Waves' settings, which we both love and help us quickly fall asleep. We love the look as it features a sleek, modern design that perfectly matches our bedroom decor. The quality matches the price point as it feels and looks like a premium, high-quality device and has great sound quality. It's very user-friendly and simple to use without the need for a phone, allowing us to manage our sleep routine directly from the device and reduce our screen time right before bed. Another great feature is the sunrise alarm which gradually brightens our room, mimicking a natural sunrise and allowing us to feel more refreshed and less startled." —Ali PGet it from Amazon for $169.99 (available in three colors).
If you're tired of despairing over how to get dressed for work in the morning, let me introduce you to your new bestie wide-leg trouser: Professional, sleek, chic, and the kind of comfy that means you can bend over to fix that dang paper jam again without accidentally cutting yourself in half.
Promising reviews: "These have been my go-to pants since I received them! They look quite chic and tasteful. Love." —Vignesh n. "I wear these for work at least once every other week. They are a professional staple." —Courtney TraceGet them from Amazon for $28.50+ (available in women's sizes XS–XXL, in long and short lengths, and in 28 colors).
As for your mane, sometimes you just gotta skip the shower to catch some more zzzs. We've all been there, and that's why there's I Dew Care dry shampoo to make the greasy bits go bye-bye and take your hair from oily to fluffy in a jiffy!
Promising review: "I was looking for a dry shampoo that would be easy to use on the go for a trip I was taking. I had no issues taking this through TSA, and it was so easy to use on the go. You literally just pat the poof on your scalp and then rub the powder in. I do have black hair, so dry shampoo is usually very visible in my hair, but I didn't have any harder time than usual rubbing this powder in. It did a really good job of soaking up all the oil and giving my hair volume. I'm not a fan of the price for the amount that you get, but it is lasting longer than I thought it would. I would definitely recommend and will purchase again." —TeresaGet it from Amazon for $18.
Grab yourself a cropped tank you can pair with your trousers or just to supplement your perfect travel-capsule wardrobe for all the adventures you've got planned this year.
Promising review: "Don't hesitate, just buy it. I bought it in one color and as soon as I tried it on I purchased three more. The material is like butter. It doesn't have a built-in bra, but it's lined. You could put on a bra with this if you'd like but there's no need. It's cropped but still long enough that it doesn't roll up weirdly at the bottom. Can dress this up or down! I'll probably end up buying every color by the end of the year, it's just that incredible." —DanijtateGet it from Amazon for $19.97+ (available in women's sizes S–XXL and 29 colors).
Always thirsty but can't find the motivation to drink H2O? Add some Cure Hydration electrolyte drink mix in truly delicious flavors to your cart if you are always forgetting to hydrate yourself on your adventures. These will help make drinking water ~delicious~ and help keep you guzzlin' if you usually forget.
FYI, water may be enough to rehydrate you, depending on your situation! Read more about electrolyte-enhanced drinks and hydration at Cleveland Clinic. These are genuinely my most FAVORITE electrolyte blends. The flavors are great and don't have that gritty taste other brands have. (They are also available in individual packets for on-the-go convenience!)Promising review: "I've been using Cure hydration for a couple of years now, and I can't recommend them enough! I buy them monthly and love how they keep me and my family hydrated without any added sugar. The flavors are refreshing, and they mix easily in water. Perfect for workouts or just staying hydrated throughout the day. A game changer for my routine!" —Amazon CustomerGet it from Amazon for $38.24 (available in five flavors).
Throw a gel lint roller in your bag so you don't turn up to brunch/work/life with pet hair all over your OOTD. This also basically turns you into a hair-vanishing magician while you roll it all over your body, too, which is a plus.
Sleep with a heatless curl headband so you can greet the sun with perfect Disney-princess waves right out of bed. No tools required, so you also don't have to panic about having left your curling iron on all day while you're working.
Promising review: "This product is so amazing I bought one for all the people in my family! You clip the soft roll onto the top of your head and then continue to wrap strands of damp hair in a spiral formation, wrapping away from your face. Secure the bottoms with soft scrunchies and you'll have gorgeous curls for days, LITERALLY. Takes a whopping five minutes if you have thick hair. Sleep with it overnight (not uncomfortable at all), and your curls will actually last for days. So simple, so awesome, so much time saved. Can't recommend enough!" —KaitlinGet it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in seven colors).
Grab a versatile as heck maxi button-up that'll ensure you look your best, no matter where you've got to be. Wear it to the beach as a swimsuit coverup, to dinner with some heels, to brunch with wedges... you name it, this button-up is HERE FOR YOU.
Promising review: "I love this dress! This dress is so easy to throw on and go. It's been a summer of extreme heat in Texas and the material of this dress makes it bearable. So simple to throw on to run to the store or any errands. Much more comfortable than shorts. Plus, you'll look more put together." —MEGet it from Amazon for $33.04+ (available in women's sizes XS–XXL and in 28 colors).
Kick plucking and expensive salon appointments to the curb with a Schick dermaplaning razor that'll get your brows in order by getting rid of stray hairs and exfoliating the skin beneath. Now you'll begin each day with the perfect canvas for your skincare routine or makeup, all in less than a couple of minutes of swiping the magic razor. (Bippity, boppity, on-fleek.)
And don't panic! This tool is super gentle, so you don't have to worry about accidental nicks and scrapes. Promising review: "This is a 100% painless and incredibly easy alternative to waxing or plucking. A few quick swipes gets rid of peach fuzz and I never have to worry about breaking out because of it. Also, it doesn't make hair grow back coarser or darker." —Ellen R. Get a pack of three from Amazon for $5.94.
And really slay that brow game by topping off your efforts with some Elizabeth Mott brow gel that will hold your brows in place, give them a bit of color to give them a thicker appearance, and all without you having to watch 100 videos on how to perfect your eyebrow shape. This perfects what you already have, no makeup expertise required!
Promising review: "So incredibly happy with this. It's incredibly easy to apply (I have to really wipe my wand first, though, or else it's too thick) and the color blends in SO well with my natural color. It gives my eyebrows JUST the right amount of attention; not too much, not too little. Just killer, natural, beautiful brows!" —Monique FrenchGet it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in six shades).
If you spend more time grumbling about the world's largest cable knot you're growing in your bag than actually using your cords, do yourself the favor of snagging some cable ties to clean up that situation.
These cable ties are also great for when you're NOT traveling! See below. Promising review: "This is a must for business travelers. I travel a great deal so not only do I have to carry so many electronics and associated accessories, but I need them to be as compact as possible." —JTNGet a pack of 20 from Amazon for $6.99.
Rome wasn't built in a day, so don't expect your house to magically transform into a put-together haven overnight! Pick one area to organize at a time, like those overcrowded bookcases that have been begging for a spiff since a while ago. It'll take you all of twenty minutes to do, but the serotonin will last for months.
To learn more, check out "9 Stylish Ways To Organize Your Bookshelf".
Break large and daunting tasks into smaller bits with a visual timer. That way you can ~see~ just how much you can get done in a quick 15-minute cleaning session. I've used one of these for LITERAL YEARS because it turns out that gamifying my tasks actually works and I get a lot more done and am a lot happier for it. (BRB, gotta set it for ten minutes to empty the dishwasher and reload it again.)
Promising review: "Great little analog timer. It shows graphically how much time is left, and you can choose whether or not it beeps at the end via a button on the back. The timer starts as soon as you move the pointer, and you can time up to an hour. Not a good timer if you're looking for seconds, but I use it for blocks of time, 3 or 5 minutes until I do this, or 15 minutes of that, type of thing. Very pleased with this timer, it has been exactly what my ADD brain needs." —Peter NeevesGet it from Amazon for $16.94+ (available in six colors).
Finally accomplish that perfect TikTok bun with some Goody spin hair pins: One spiral pin does the work of 20 traditional pins. Yep, you read that right. Less sticks in your hair and floating around on your counter? Look how put-together you already are!
Promising review: "I'm a nursing student and have to wear my hair in a bun every day. I've tried all the bun makers, watched YouTube videos, and spent way too much time on getting my hair into a bun. With these, I was able to make a pretty bun that was secure in under 30 seconds. I thought it was a fluke, so I did it again, and then again. I just ordered two more packs because I know if I lose one of these, I'd have to tear the house down looking for it. I have hair to my mid-back, and three of these worked perfectly for me. If I can get my hair in a bun in under 30 seconds, trust me... anyone can." —Tina Get a pack of three from Amazon for $5.95.
If you love a clean shower but hate to clean your shower, a bottle of Wet & Forget cleaner is the answer. Spray it once a week, skip the rinsing, and bid a not-so-fond farewell to the mold and mildew that tries to take up residence in your self-care haven.
Promising review: "This stuff is excellent. It performs as promised, it has a very nice scent, no fumes, and leaves the shower clean with no scrubbing actually necessary. It is very easy to apply and rinse off. It is designed very well, with a squirting spout separate from the large container and attached by a long-ish tube, so you don't have to hold the heavy container while applying the product. I've been using it for a while now and love it. I highly recommend it." —Stephanie MartinGet it from Amazon for $19.98 (available in two scents).
Go minimalist on your morning routine by combining your primer and your sunscreen in one easy step. Supergoop! Glowscreen SPF40 is made with sea lavender, hyaluronic acid, and vitamin B5 to give you that glow-from-within sheen while also nourishing your skin and protecting it from the rude sun rays.
Promising review: "I love this stuff! It was recommended to me in a Facebook group when I asked for a one-and-done face cream for someone who doesn't really wear makeup. I wanted dewy, I wanted some light refraction, I wanted sun protection, and I didn't want heavy color. This is all those things. It works really well in the Florida sun. I'm covered in freckles, and it doesn't dull or smudge them, it just brightens everything. I don't wear face makeup, other than the occasional swipe of bronzer, and this works great with that. Love it, love it, love it." —KristenBGet it from Amazon for $22+ (available in four shades and three sizes/quantities).
For those days when you need to Look Like A Human but don't really want to mess with pants, the tennis dress is here to make you fashionable, cool in the heat, and effortlessly ready to tackle your to-do list... all without shoving your legs into pant legs.
Promising review: "It's been feeling like 100-degrees this summer and when I have to run errands I don't want to be dripping sweat in a bra, shirt, AND shorts. I love this because everything is built in, the bra, shorts, and the dress are so cute! Keeps me cool and I feel confident in it! Perfect for a hot day." —JessGet it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in women's sizes XS–XXL and in 13 colors).
Give your future self the gift of a ready-made breakfast or nutritious snack by utilizing a reusable and freezable Stasher bag to store your fave smoothie recipe ingredients. A true grab-'n-go experience for those mornings when you don't have two braincells to rub together.
Promising review: "I've been needing a container to hold my prepped smoothies in the freezer and this is the perfect solution. I avoid plastic, so this is a great substitution. My fruit doesn't stick to the sides of the pouch and it can hold the perfect amount of fruit for one large smoothie. Happy with this purchase." —Anna Young Get them from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in different colors and sizes). To learn more, check out "12 Ways To Make Healthy Smoothies."
And if even that seems too much for your brain (I GET IT), grab yourself a Dash portable blender and throw whatever goodies you want to blend on the bus, the walk to your car, or the stroll to your WFH space. It's basically an Easy Bake Smoothie Oven.
Promising review: "I am slowly buying all the Dash products. They are the perfect size for a single person in a small apartment. They are good-looking and do the job perfectly." —SeattleReign Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in two colors).
Turn a "meh" hair day into "FLOWER POWER" with a Rifle Paper Co. floral baseball cap. It'll add an instant serotonin-boost to your outfit and your day.
And if you really want to be put together, there's a really sturdy can-hold-all-your-stuff canvas carry all to match your new hat!Promising reviews: "Hat fits perfectly. I feel happy and confident wearing this hat. The colors go with lots of my workout clothes. I recommend it." —Nancy W."I love this beautiful floral baseball cap. The material is wonderful and the design is so sophisticated and beautiful. Definitely not your average boring baseball cap. I would call it more of a beautiful wardrobe accessory. Very pleased with this purchase and shipping was so fast.❤️" —Maryann S.Get it from Rifle Paper Co. for $38 or from Amazon for $34 (available in four styles).
Sneak in a 20-minute workout without having to leave your living room. No equipment? Not a ton of time? No problem! You can move your body and give yourself an energy boost from the comfort of your own wherever-you-can-find-space workout zone.
To learn more, check out "9 Quick Total-Body Workouts, No Equipment Needed."
And if you *do* want to use equipment but still don't want to leave home, my personal fave is this weighted fitness hoop which will target muscles in your hips, abs, and legs for a workout that is as effective as it is FUN! (Plus, this bad boy breaks apart for easy storage.)
To learn more, check out "29 Fitness Products That'll Save You Some Money In The Long Run Because You'll Get To Ditch That Expensive Gym Membership". Promising review: "This hoop is GREAT! It is just so much fun to exercise with this thing. I play music and try to dance too lol. But I have experience, they used to have a weighted hoop in the gym I went to and I did it all the time. Highly recommend. You just need to make sure it's clicked together correctly or it'll come undone! Don't worry if it happens to you, though, it's totally fixable. It happened to me I think twice before I got it down. Anyway, if you're looking for a weighted hoop, look no more!" —MollsGet it from Amazon for $39.49.
Try out some of these TikTok styling tips that we've corralled into one place for you. To give a taste of said tips, it includes how to tuck an oversized sweatshirt into a sports bra to turn it into a cropped sweatshirt.
To learn more, check out "I Tested 10 TikTok Fashion Hacks".
Wipe away scuffs and dirt from your fave suede shoes with this magic wand of a cleaning brush that will instantly rejuvenate your footwear.
This brush has a welt surface, nylon bristles, an arched half-circle brush, and a protruding brush that lets you clean different types of suede with no harsh rubbing or scrubbing required. Promising review: "I was amazed. After spending about five minutes cleaning suede boots with fairly significant smudges, they came out almost completely clean and are looking really good." —Beth Perkins Get it from Amazon for $6.99.
Get rid of brassiness with internet-famous Fanola purple shampoo, which uses a violet pigment to banish unwanted yellow streaks in your tresses and allows you to go as long as possible between expensive salon visits. (Which also take up precious time, so this really is a lifesaver and a piggy bank saver!)
Use this once a week (for about three minutes) to prevent your hair from turning slightly lavender. Promising review: "Finally! A purple shampoo that actually does something to my brassy hair! I have silver-white hair that is exceptionally hard to maintain due to how easily my hair picks up brassy tones and how stubborn they are to remove. I've tried a ton of other brands, and none of their toning shampoos will do a damn thing to my hair even if I leave them on for an hour. It's nice to not have to schedule a chunk of time to mix a batch of custom toner, painstakingly apply it, and then sit around for an hour while it does its thing. This shampoo actually works really well and can cut a lot of time out of my bi-weekly color maintenance." —AudreyGet it from Amazon for $12.25.
If you *must* wear pants but want them to be chill both fashionably and temperature-wise, give some linen ones a go. They are breathable, comfy, and give you that structured look without strangling your legs. Perfect for throwing in your carry-on if you've got travel days ahead!
Promising review: "I bought these for a summer trip to Europe and want to wear them every single day. They're very lightweight, comfortable and were great for travel days on trains." —AlyssaGet it from Amazon for $34.99 (available in women's sizes S–XL and in 15 colors).
Got a mountain of cleaning to-dos on your list but don't know where to start? Start a cleaning challenge so every day has a new objective and you don't feel like you're tackling the piles of laundry and dirty dishes on your own. Pair with your visual timer for a REAL game boost and watch your home magically transform into a place that looks like it's been picked up by a bunch of friendly cleaning critters. (And blast that Disney Princess playlist for optimal effect.)
To learn more, check out "Take BuzzFeed's 10-Day Spring Cleaning Challenge".
Transform your bra into a goes-with-anything bra with some adjustable clip holders to avoid the whole song and dance of putting on a shirt only to have to take it back off again when you realize your straps are showing. Ugh. Save yourself the time and unnecessary frustration by having these clip holders in your fix-it-fast arsenal.
Promising review: "My bra straps spend more time off my shoulders than on — but NOT ANYMORE. I was hoping something like this existed and when I found it, I was so happy. They're as glorious as I expected them to be. These are life-changing." —Amanda Get a set of three from Amazon for $5.49+ (available in eight colors).
Tell those baby hairs and flyaways to chill with an easy-to-use gel cream that comes with a mascara wand for a totally breezy application. No more having to arrange your ponytail or part to try and prevent looking like a cockatoo. A few swipes of this nongreasy formula will have your hair looking runway ready in less than a minute!
Promising review: "I have super fine hair with lots of breakage and no matter how I put my hair up, I have bad fly aways. This stuff is great! So easy and it stays better and looks smoother than stiff hair spray." —Jill Stilfield Get it from Amazon for $5.59+ (available in four styles).
Or try an edge control gel to lay your edges and tame the baby hairs with no flaking and no residue — just perfect hair vibes.
BUT we want to add that no one should feel pressure to lay their edges, unless they way want to! Check out, "Just A Friendly PSA That You Don't HAVE To Lay Your Edges Down If You Don't Wanna." Promising review: "Hands-down the best edge control I have ever used and I have used a lot of them! Stayed all day! No flakes and non-greasy! And this one is not even the strongest in the line. Love this product!" —Seabea2013Get it from Amazon for $5.16+ (available in three sizes).