
27 Products That'll Make People Think You Live A Luxe Life, But Really You're Just Good At Buying Nice-Looking Inexpensive Things
An Essence Lash Princess mascara to give you lashes so dramatic, no one will believe you when you tell them you bought it for less than $5 on Amazon. No need to spend hours wrestling with falsies to get the long lashes of your dreams. Reviewers also rave that this lasts all day. Thank goodness! You have better things to do than reapply throughout the day.
A four-piece sheet set so you can lie down at the end of a long day on a set of crisp, clean, luxe-feeling fresh sheets without paying to stay at a 5-star hotel.
A mirrored tray for an ultra-glamorous way to keep items like perfume bottles or a stack of magazines nice and tidy. It looks like it costs a million bucks (at least), but is less than $20!
A reversible floral swimsuit so adorable, it's gonna become your new go-to suit. Paying the price for one suit and practically getting two?! Now you can use the money you would've spent on buying a second bathing suit toward doing another fun summertime water activity!
A set of press-on nails reviewers adore because, unlike other brands of press-on nails, these actually look like they were done professionally at the salon. Ya know, all without having to put on real clothes and spend half your paycheck on routine salon visits.
A pair of wireless Bluetooth earbuds that are waterproof, come with different silicone earbuds so you can find your perfect size, and happen to be just as good as more expensive headphones on the market at a fraction of the cost (*cough AirPods cough*).
A time-marked water bottle because you have a hectic schedule, and sometimes, hydration isn't top of mind! But!!! It's important, so let this pretty bottle help remind you throughout the day!
A set of amber glass soap dispensers that'll look a lot nicer next to your sink than the original liquid soap container you bought from the store. Just transfer your soap into these, and you've got yourself an easy, inexpensive, but sleek-looking upgrade.
Peel-and-stick floor tile for giving old, outdated flooring a shake-up without needing a professional to come over and take out your floors.
A pair of backless mule slides you'll find yourself slipping on every chance you get. Whether you're headed to work in the morning or for bottomless brunch on the weekend with the group chat, these shoes will let everyone know who the most stylish person in the room is. (Hint: It's you!)
A gorgeous ring that looks like it costs big $$$, but get this...is actually less than $15. Yup, that's right. We won't tell anyone your secret, though, if you don't.
And on the subject of expensive-looking jewelry, a tennis bracelet for rocking a pretty piece of wrist candy bound to make everyone around you so very jelly.
A crochet cover-up that's bound to make you feel like you walked right off the runway at a fashion show and right on over to the beach/pool. Will it be socially acceptable to wear this as like...a sweater when the summer ends? Asking for a friend.
A ridiculously soft throw blanket you're gonna want to snuggle up with ALL. THE. TIME. Reviewers love this because it's similar to the popular Barefoot Dreams blanket at a fraction of the cost!
An overnight lip mask trio designed to help hydrate and nourish your kisser overnight so it feels nice and soft when you wake up. Reviewers love that these are similar to the Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask and come with THREE masks for a fraction of the cost of one mask.
A privacy window film that can block up to 96% of UV rays and reduce up to 79% of glare, which may help you save a little bit on energy bills! Plus, it looks a little like having your own stained glass window, creating a beautiful rainbow effect on sunny days. So many reasons to buy this, so just do it already!
A set of stylish belts to pair with your favorite bottoms, dress, or skirt and bring them to the next level on the cuteness scale. They look expensive, but they're truly a steal.
A set of embossed glass mugs that'll make sipping hot beverages or eating a Pinterest-worthy breakfast parfait feel like a million-dollar experience.
A crystal wineglass set perfect for enjoying your favorite vino, cocktails, or soft drinks. Whatever it is you like, it'll make you feel so fancy as you sip.
An adorable pair of lightweight ruffled shorts that look like they were purchased at a high-end boutique. No one has to know your secret was actually getting them from Amazon for less than $30.
A pair of geode-style bookends for keeping your favorite reads standing tall and neat on your shelf with some help from these gorg weights.
A faux suede pouf that makes for a lovely decorative piece in your home, a comfy little floor cushion, AND an excellent footrest when you want to truly kick your feet up and relax. As if that wasn't enough, it's ALSO a storage bag to keep things like towels, blankets, and toys stuffed away neatly and easily.
A set of decorative wall mirrors, because devoting a wall in your home to some seriously luxe-looking mirrors so you can look at your luxe-looking self in adoration is what it's all about, baby.
A pair of braided heel sandals ready to be your showstopping plus-one at brunch and dinner dates with the besties, warm weather weddings, or even strutting around the office.
A seal-tight glass storage container perfect for holding leftovers or transporting lunches to work. It's basically been scientifically proven that eating out of an aesthetic container makes you less likely to run out and buy an overpriced chopped salad.
A rotating cosmetic organizer, because news flash: Keeping all your makeup products stashed in the corner of your bathroom counter isn't the aesthetic you think it is. It's actually not any sort of aesthetic. Give your beauty items a spot of their own in this chic piece!
A pair of round sunglasses that'll make you feel like the coolest person ever (which you are), but sometimes you just need a luxe-like pair of sunnies to really help drive that point home.

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