37 Cheap Swaps For Luxe Things You Won't Regret Buying
An exquisite tinted lip balm shockingly similar to Clinique's "Black Honey" but doesn't cost nearly as much. It comes in a weightless, non-sticky formula that glides onto your pout to give 'em a subtle polished tint of your choosing. Soon you'll be smackin' your lips all over the place, and no one can really blame you when they look this good. 🤷♀️
A three-pack of retro-inspired polarized sunglasses that'll diversify your accessory portfolio with some vintage flair without overspending a single pair of Ray-Bans. It never hurts to have ✨options✨ and you won't find a better bang for your buck.
E.l.f. Suntouchable Invisible Sunscreen if you, like me, are wondering when sunscreen became one of the most expensive skincare items ever? Enter this affordable find, which offers SPF 35 *and* goes on smooth and clear without any white cast. It works well as a blurring primer to create the perf setup before applying makeup too! TL:DR; it's the more affordable version of Supergoop!
A layered necklace set — you deserve nice things that don't completely devastate your wallet. If you live for a statement piece that also delivers shock value with the price tag, the search is over!!
And! A set of golden bracelets because yes, you can be as lavish (or bougie) as you want without spending a fortune. Whether you wanna wear a single bracelet for a cute lil' dainty look or you're looking to make a statement with all SEVEN, the choice is yours.
An ultra-soft faux-fur rug when you want your feet to live the fancy life too! And what's worse than waking up in the morning and being met with the ice-cold floor? This will give your bedroom a *much* more expensive feel.
A houndstooth sweater-vest, which can level up your go-to collared button-down with a touch of sophisticated charm. You're about to make "library chic" a thing with this oversized, knitted cutie. Don't be surprised when your bestie asks which boutique you found it at!
Cremo's super rich moisturizing body wash inspired by the beloved Baccarat Rouge 540 scent you know and love. This fabulous formula contains white jasmine, red currant, and sweet amber, aka the ultimate treat for your senses. Bet you won't live without this body wash again!
A very snazzy coffee syrup dispenser set that includes 28 premade flavor labels — it's basically a dream come true for caffeine connoisseurs who appreciate a tasty latte with a spritz of pristine organization.
A TikTok-beloved "Soft" perfume rollerball reviewers can't stop raving about, with some even comparing it to lemon pound cake. YUM! This is gonna be a real treat for your senses *and* it rolls on nice and easy. It's basically a budget-friendly version of Pink Sugar, which goes for $65.
Tree Hut Desert Haze Shea Sugar Scrub if you wanna get a dreamy exfoliation routine going without forking over LOTS of dollars on a more expensive version. Plus, it's infused with shea butter to hydrate, nourish, and soften the skin without stripping moisture. This delightful smoky floral scent features notes of raspberry, jasmine, and musk.
An affordable longline sports bra with Lululemon vibes perfect for exercising, lounging, and everything in between. It's both comfy and supportive, so you can wear it solo OR as a base layer depending on what activity you're getting into. Reviewers say it's just as good (if not better!) than the expensive version.
And these buttery soft high-waisted leggings when you've had your eye on the Lululemon Align version but can't bear to shell out an entire Benjamin for one piece of activewear. These are made of a super soft material *and* they're squat-proof. They're called ~Dreamlux~ leggings for a reason, people.
Some hypoallergenic gold-plated earrings, which comes with three (!!!) pairs so you'll never run out of options when deciding how to glam up your 'fit for the night. Chic but make it cheap? Yup, I'm sold.
A bottle of Elizavecca hair treatment with collagen ingredients and protein extracts if your goal is to restore over-processed hair. Dull, dry strands are about to go POOF — and you won't even have to spend quadruple the cost on Olaplex.
A set of internet-famous Mellanni sheets that'll make it hard to get outta bed in the best way. You'll also do a double-take when you see the price because they don't cost hundreds of dollars, which is what you'd spend on Cozy Earth or Egyptian cotton sheets. These are made with wonderfully soft moisture-wicking microfiber fabric that actually lasts.
And a pair of silky satin pillowcases for anyone who wants a bedroom that looks and feels more luxurious, not to mention you'll sleep more comfortably too! These have a cooling effect that's sooo soft on the skin. It also creates less friction for your hair.
A cult-fave luxury-scented candle — it'll upgrade your space with an upscale feel at a reasonable price. The intriguing scent is similar to Le Labo's Santal 33, which features a blend of jasmine, oud, and sandalwood that'll carry you away to a paradise where everything is this amazing *and* affordable.
Etude's multipurpose Dear Darling Water Tint you'll find endless uses for, so it'll basically pay for itself several times over. Many reviewers liken it to Benefit's version and love that it can be used both as a lip stain *and* as a cheek blush! It's super lightweight and contains a rich vitamin and berry fruit complex to keep your lips super hydrated.
A plush, fast-drying bath pillow so you can get your zen on while feeling extra fancy and comfy. It has four non-slip suction cups to keep it secure and it contours to your body for the most relaxing bath of your life. Considering some luxury bath pillows out there go for $200 a pop, this is a steal.
Slingback heels you'll have no choice but to strut your stuff in — they're *that* high fashion but without the steep price tag. These look just as spendy as the Chanel pair but won't inflict permanent damage on your bank account.
A 17-ounce cut crystal–style cocktail shaker for at-home cocktails that seem wayyy fancier than they are — even if you're just about to change into PJs and couch rot for an undetermined amount of hours. Every sip will taste expensive and sometimes that's all your bougie heart needs.
L'Oreal True Match Lumi Glotion to give you a natural glow with minimal effort *and* spending. This liquid highlighter adds a lightweight color tint to your complexion for a dewy glow-up that can be worn alone or with foundation.
A faux-leather belt that'll add the perfect finishing touch to just about any outfit you come up with — for a lot less $$$ than the Gucci version! Even the most casual looks (think distressed denim and crop tops) can be taken up a notch with this trendy accessory.
A roll of marble contact paper so you can achieve the ~luxe~ surfaces of your dreams without going broke. It's also perfectly fine to change your mind later because it peels off without leaving any damage behind. Use it in the bathroom, on your vanity, or even to glam up the desk in your home office!
A pair of comfy *and* pretty wireless over-the-ear headphones — they may *look* like AirPods Max, but when you see the price tag, you'll have to pick your jaw up off the floor. Instead of splurging on the name brand, try these instead! They look identical, they're soft on the ears, and you get 10 hours of playtime per charge plus a built-in microphone for taking calls. Oh, and they're actually pretty good at blocking out external noise!
A gorgeous laptop tote bag with such a luxurious feel, you'll probably wanna carry it everywhere, even when you don't need your computer. It can fit laptops up to 15.6 inches and other essentials, like your phone, makeup bag, iPad, and more! You'll also breathe a sigh of relief knowing you didn't blow over $100 on the pricey Béis Work Tote.
A trendy Kitsch claw clip, aka a lovely piece of jewelry but for your hair. The durable metal design has a super strong hold that reviewers say *actually* holds locks in place, and the rounded teeth help prevent hair damage!
A paraben-free Jergens Natural Glow self-tanner if you're feeling woefully pale and need to get your summer glow back immediately. It's designed to be used as a daily body lotion that may gradually enhance and deepen your natural skin tone over several days. Bonus: It's infused with collagen, elastin, and green tea to help visibly firm and tighten skin!
An Anthropologie-inspired reversible quilted throw blanket that are made of 100% cotton and will add some character to any bland bedroom or living room in a flash! It's machine washable and comes in larger sizes in case you wanna use it as your main bed blanket — it's just that beautiful and cozy.
A Skims-esque scoop neck top so you can enjoy that deliciously smooth fabric similar to the one in the cult-fave Skims top *with* the same fitted look to boot. The best part? This one is significantly cheaper and comes in a variety of colors. You'd be wise not to sleep on this one!
A stunning amber reed diffuser to add a hint of elegance to your home and a whole lotta delicious of fragrance, which is always money well spent if you ask me. The ~luxury getaway~ scent contains hints of lemon, cedarwood, cinnamon, amber, and musk that'll teleport you to your fave vacation spot as soon as you get a whiff.
A dazzling gold-plated cocktail ring set everyone will "ooh" and "ahh" at because, hello, it looks like it came from the most extravagant jewelry store in town! It's made of anti-tarnish, hypoallergenic material that shouldn't cause irritation.
Essence's Lash Princess Mascara adored by literally thousands of reviewers because it actually delivers length and volume to your sad lashes without any messy clumping. Once it graces your lashes, you'll wonder how you ever considered overspending on the Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara.
A bundle of fresh eucalyptus — who says you can't make your bathroom look and smell like the posh spa of your dreams? It'll be downright divine in there once the steam from your shower gets going and starts releasing the eucalyptus aroma into the air!
A dreamy midi corset dress for a go-to flowy number you can happily prance around in, especially knowing you saved over a hundred bucks by snagging it on Amazon. No seriously, the House of CB version retails for a staggering $225. 👀
A ~vibrant~ three-tier ring floor lamp when you don't want a regular lamp, you want a cool lamp. This one will turn allll the heads that walk into the room while providing ample lighting to the space — no need to drop several bands on a high-end version.
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Back view of two kids sitting on floor watching TV showing horror movie about zombies in cozy retro living room with plants and posters on wall, and old-fashioned gaming console below TV screen Putting on a TV show can be a huge help for parents who just need a break, but too much screen time has a significant effect on kids' cognitive ability as they grow older. Teachers answering u/itwasobviouslyburke's question had a lot of insight on the matter, so here are their most interesting responses: 1."It's funny; I was just talking about the Chromebooks with my co-teacher. This year, if we had a little extra time at the end of the lessons, I'd give the kids a bit of free time. I realized the kids were always going on the Chromebooks with headphones." "Sometimes, they would come [into] the room, and before class started, be on games already. They hardly touched the board games and other stuff I had. "So, we decided next year free time will be without Chromebooks. I had one [student who] couldn't even put it under his desk; when I asked him, he actually hugged it. It's really an addiction." —u/ElectionProper8172 2."Free time [in my classroom] is always without screens. Kids have imagination still, they should use it. Honestly, it enhances the quality of one's life to have a playful imagination, be able to imagine with friends, and play out little kid drama." "If I let kids play games on computers, they're all in their own zones. If I put out Legos and marble run and chess, or even just paper and [arts and] crafts, they are all sharing and talking and working together, making up stories, getting into little dramatic fights, going into time out. "All that shit is taken for granted, for most of human existence. But [in] the last 20 to 30 years... kids [don't always] get to do this kind of playtime unless it is explicitly scheduled. "It's depressing; our future's frontal lobe is getting bent over by TikTok." —u/Locuralacura 3."Sleeping all the time because they were up all night gaming or scrolling." —u/Glum_Ad1206 4."I teach Pre-k, and the number of parents [who] are shocked by [bad] behaviors because 'They never do this at home!' Well, at home they never have to interact with anyone because they're always staring at a screen, sooooo..." —u/Cookie_Brookie 5."My [middle schoolers] are gonna cry today: NO CHROMEBOOKS WHILE WE WATCH A MOVIE THE REST OF THE WEEK. (It's testing week.) I removed screens for the rest of the week due to a student calling me a literal slur over it. Hard R." —u/Key-Response5834 6."Yesterday we had a water day at my school in the afternoon. They had these huge inflatables, but they were all wet rides like a bouncy house with water, a giant water slide, etc. They also had lots of water-related games. If I was a kid, I would have played without stopping. Several of our students were simply not able to play." "They whined about being bored and wanted to go inside, even begging me to leave my station and take them inside. 'Ms. Ride, this is boring. Can you take us inside to your room?' "Finally they found a platform on the field and sat there on their phones for most of the three hours. "Not being able to engage in or enjoy non-screen activities screams 'I have unlimited screen time.'" —u/we_gon_ride 7."High school teacher here: [students assume] that they know so much more about technology and computers than adults, [but] really they just know more about crappy social media apps and some about web use. They have no clue how to save a file to a specific location or use a simple spreadsheet." —u/John082603 8."[Saying] 'My hand hurts' [while] trying to write one paragraph or cut a square with scissors... These are second graders." —u/Locuralacura 9."Parroting video phrases (especially ones that are above their maturity level) and telling me they are bored within seconds of downtime. The kids don't know what to do with themselves without an iPad." —u/rachelk321 10."Watch how they act when their access to computers/phones/iPads is cut off. We had a major internet outage: no signal and no Wi-Fi. The kids with decent parents groaned, pouted for a minute, and found something else to do. The kids with unlimited screen time had a complete meltdown for hours." "Teenagers screaming, literal tears, tantrums and complete regression to toddler behavior." —u/ElfPaladins13 11."To me, it screams apathy. The ones [who] don't have a screen in their face are the kids [who] are capable of critical thinking and engaging in learning. The others can't focus for more than five minutes without finding some kind of dopamine hit from a Chromebook game or their phones." —u/Expert-Sir-4716 12."The ones [who] talk constantly. They watch these streamers [and] reaction videos in which the narrator never stops talking." "They don't know how to hold a conversation, sit and listen, or even try to mentally process something before opening their mouth." —u/spoooky_mama 13."Inability to separate from a device without melting down. Inability to socialize appropriately with adults or other children. Lower academic performance. Sleepy. Unable to regulate emotions. Developmentally behind in general." —u/Sudden_Raccoon2620 14."The ones who are bored every recess and won't touch any of the playground equipment [or] gear — just complain the whole time that they're bored. Also, the ones who super struggle to engage in quiet, independent activity that does not involve a screen." —u/Consistent-Many6191 15."It's bad enough with adults but everything is so much more intense when you're a kid. I'm addicted for sure. Can't imagine how strong the addiction is for them." —u/My-Cooch-Jiggles 16."I teach middle school. Significantly reduced attention span is a big indicator, and so is total desensitization to racism, sexism, violence, and sex." "These students will try to be funny by saying the most shocking and pornographic things I've ever heard and not even fully realize how weird and hurtful they're being. Also, the pornographic moaning in the middle of class is a big deal." —u/goodluckskeleton a parent: "I'm trying so hard to keep my toddler son's life as screen-free as possible and the number one obstacle to that is my own mindless reach for my phone any time I sit down." "He started noticing me scrolling when he was around 6 months [old] and got really interested in it around 10 months, so now I try to keep it away completely except at naptime, but then naptime hits and I'm like a junkie who's been waiting hours for a fix (currently four minutes into nap as I type this). "I feel so lucky that smartphones weren't even a thing until I was a full-blown adult, because if I'm this bad now I can't even imagine how I would function if someone had handed me a tablet the day I turned 2 and never looked back. "I don't even know how we're supposed to try to raise kids to function with limited screen time when half the kindergartens in our area are passing out tablets or Chromebooks before the kids can read or add or write their own name with a pencil on paper." —u/Unable_Pumpkin987 18."Those [who] can't make it 10-15 minutes into a movie. Movie day at the end of the year was such a reward when I was in school (and I actually remember a lot from watching those films in a critical way). I have so many kids who genuinely cannot sit still or stay off their phone/laptop for more than 15 minutes. These are seniors by the way." —u/Potential_Fishing942 19."Not thinking to read written instructions." —u/hanners87 20."Middle school: some are so addicted to staring at a screen they look at you like you did horrible violence to them when you flip the laptop closed. You've told them to close it nicely and they just CANNOT detach from the screen, so you walk over and close it and they lose it!" —u/springvelvet95 21."Screaming and punching tables every time they're asked to do work pencil-and-paper instead of on a computer or even merely to just put a computer away. Yes, I have a student who's really like this. And yes, they are too old for tantrums. They're 11." —u/Plus_Molasses8697 finally: "I remember in 2011 going to my friend's school where they gave everyone a MacBook and unfettered access to the internet. I was blown away at how little they did. I went to every class with him and they were so wild compared to my high school where you couldn't have your phone out." —u/podcasthellp If you're a teacher or a parent with an observation about children and screen time — whether they're your student, your kid, or your kid's friend — feel free to comment about it down below. I'm interested to hear the conversation!
