27 Products That’ll Make People Think You Live A Luxe Life, But Really You’re Just Good At Buying Nice-Looking Inexpensive Things
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Promising review: "I tried this mascara for the first time in 2020 after seeing it go viral on TikTok. It was too inexpensive not to try, right?!?! Well, let me just say how upset I was to find out this little inexpensive bottle outperformed EVERY expensive mascara I had ever bought. This is now the only stuff I use!" —Amanda Sims
Get it from Amazon for $4.99 (also available in a three-pack and two colors).
BuzzFeed editor Kayla Boyd wrote an in-depth Essence Lash Princess mascara review — check it out!
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Sets come with a flat sheet, fitted sheet, and two pillowcases (with only one pillowcase included in the Twin size).
Promising review: "These are the real deal!! I found them from a TikTok, and my husband actually said after the first night, 'Let’s just replace all of our sheets with these; they’re so comfortable!' It’s a beautiful blue and white pattern. They wash well and breathe at night — I am always hot, but these stayed cool. Definitely buying more!" —Julia Monroe
Get it from Amazon for $39.97+ (available in sizes Twin—California King and 42 colors).
Promising review: "I am forever in love with this! Very aesthetically pleasing!! Mirror hasn’t scratched and adds some *spice* to my perfume collection." —Morgan Newbanks
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in two colors).
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Promising reviews: "The PERFECT bathing suit. Not only does it fit true to size, it is absolutely stunning on!!! It is reversible, and the tie straps are just….chef's kiss!!! Channel your inner French summer with this swimmy!!" —Codi Kimball
Get it from Amazon for $35.99 (available in women's sizes 2–14 and eight colors).
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Glamnetic is a small business that specializes in uniquely designed, reusable press-on nails.
Promising review: "So happy with the results so far. I have had them on for two days and they are feeling very secure. I feel like with a lot of adhesive nails, they tend to look really fake and cheap, but these really look professional." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in various styles).
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Promising review: "Best decision! These are the greatest headphones ever! I saw them on TikTok months ago and added them to my wishlist. I got a new phone that doesn't have the headphone port, so I decided it was time to finally buy them. They are amazing, and I probably won't ever take them out of my ears! 😂" —Kate Arnold
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in five colors).
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Arcana is a small biz that sells stylish water bottles!
Promising review: "Saw it on TikTok and thought it would be a great bottle for work. It is very sleek and lightweight enough to carry when you have other items in your hand. I love the modern look, and it cleans very easily! The time increments really do motivate me, and I will definitely order again for myself and gifts. Fast delivery and very nice packaging." —Rosa
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in two colors and sizes).
Promising review: "Excellent quality, very sturdy, thick amber glass...not cheap hardware! Love it! I put my toothpaste and mouthwash in them. TikTok made me do it! 😆" —WeeZie
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in two styles).
Promising review: "These are so easy to install! We sold our house and moved into a mobile home on our land while we built a house. We wanted to do a little updating, but we don't want to spend a lot. We decided to use self-adhesive flooring, and I fell in love with this! The pattern and color were perfect for my bathroom theme! Installation was easy and quick. They stick great, and it's been a few weeks, and we've had no issues. I love the texture, and they're so easy to clean! Definitely recommend!" —Heather Wine
Get a set of 10 tiles from Amazon for $20.99+ (available in two colors and sizes).
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Promising review: "I bought these for a business trip, and they have held up surprisingly well! I have owned these for about two months, and they still look great! They are exactly as pictured and look like they should be much more expensive than they actually are! They’re slightly padded inside, and I have worn these through airports on two separate trips and to walk around in a city on different occasions, and they have been more comfortable than I expected them to be! I even walked outside in the rain, and they still held up nicely. They stay on my feet well and fit true to size. Overall, I’m really happy with this purchase." —Rachel A.
Get them from Amazon for $36.98 (available in women's sizes 6–10 and in 18 colors and prints).
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My colleague Emma Lord has this ring! Here's her review:
"TBH, I bought this ring after seeing it blow up on TikTok, and I love it. I wear it every single day, and I've gotten SO many compliments on it — friends are always stunned when I tell them how cheap it is! I've been wearing it for months now without any wear and tear that a quick cleaning won't fix. Pictures don't do it justice; it really does ✨gleam✨ like real jewels. (Bonus: I use this as a fake wedding ring when I travel to encourage humans to leave me alone, lolololol.)"
Get it from Amazon for $15.95 (available in three plate colors and women's sizes 5–10).
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Promising review: "Soooo pretty. It’s 100% similar to Swarovski for so cheap. Looks exactly like the photo, and I wear it every day." —Trysten Walters
Get it from Amazon for $21.45+ (available in three colors, two styles, and three sizes).
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Promising review: "A must-have! This cover-up is perfect! The sleeve length is dreamy. Truly, I've been looking for a cover-up like this since my teens, and nothing was ever just right. If you're on the fence, just do it! The material feels nice. It is a smidge heavy to me, but it will be perfect for the evenings around the pool or on the beach." —Keirstin
Get it from Amazon for $28.88+ (available in women's sizes S–XXL and 30 styles).
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Promising review: "I am already obsessed with this blanket. It's large and feels exactly like Barefoot Dreams. The only major difference between them is that my Barefoot Dreams one is a bit thicker, but honestly, that's not a bad thing. It's double-sided and large, so it makes up for it. I got the blue color and I'm so happy. I need to get all the colors. JUST BUY IT." —Teresa Staker
Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in three sizes and six colors).
For reference, the Laneige lip mask contains 20 grams of product, while each of these measures 5 grams, or 15 grams, for the entire set. So, even with product sizes taken into account, these are a much better deal!
Promising review: "[Alternative] for the Laneige lip mask. This is the most moisturizing lip treatment on the market. When my lips started getting dry due to the cold season, I was thinking of buying the Laneige lip mask, but it’s soooo expensive. This is a fraction of the cost and feels just the same. Very good product." —Riya
Get a set of three from Amazon for $9.90 (available in six scent combinations).
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Promising review: "I absolutely love this! TikTok made me buy it for my sunroof, and I'm so glad I did! It's so beautiful when the sun comes through! And you get so much for the price!! If you're on the fence, buy it!!" —Ashley Ann
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in 11 sizes).
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Promising review: "I ordered the three pack of colors and each belt was well-made. The buckle came with protective plastic so the buckle didn’t get scratched in shipment. I ordered a size similar to another belt I had, and it fit perfectly. Well worth the money!" —Susan in MI
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $14.99 (available in six color combinations and women's sizes XS–XXXL).
Promising review: "Came straight to Amazon when I saw these beautiful mugs on TikTok. I just had to have them! I’m very picky with mugs; these are perfect for me. Stunning to look at and a pleasure to drink out of. Highly recommend!" —Margarita Harutoonian
Get a set of two translucent cups from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in seven styles).
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Joy Jolt is a small business that specializes in modern and pop culture-themed drinkware and kitchen accessories.
Promising review: "Beautiful wineglasses. I am obsessed. They are so modern and elegant. The quality is really nice. They arrived very well packaged. Definitely worth the money." —Maybeline
Get a set of two from Amazon for $19.95 (available in three styles).
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Promising review: "Made well. Love the thin linen material. The scalloped hem dresses up the shorts. Very comfortable." —kim Marcoaldi
Get it from Amazon for $25.99 (available in women's sizes S–XXL and 29 styles).
And here's a similar plus-size option for $26.98 (available in women's sizes S–3XL and 15 colors).
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Promising review: "Love! I get compliments on these ALL the time! They look so high-end and much more expensive than they actually are. A great way to add some color and texture when styling built-ins!" —elise1230
Get a set of two from Amazon for $26.69+ (available in four weights and six colors).
Promising review: “I live in a one-bedroom apartment, and there isn’t a lot of storage. I have wanted a pouf, but I couldn’t justify the expense. Then I read an article about poufs that you can stuff pillows, blankets, etc., in. I went on Amazon, and I found these beauties. They look great and can store a lot of pillows, bedspreads, blankets, etc. I do mean a lot. They are soft but firm to sit on. I also use them to stand on to reach objects on the top of my bookcase. I highly recommend them!” —Julie Brum
Get it from Amazon for $29.98+ (available in five colors).
Promising review: "Lots of compliments! I bought these to decorate my cubicle at work and always receive tons of compliments from coworkers. They are made of plastic, which is nice for hanging in my cubicle, but they still look expensive. I love these!" —MP
Get a set of three from Amazon for $15.99 (available in five colors).
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Promising review: "These shoes are great! I'm not one to wear heels, but I needed them for a formal dinner in Nashville. I made it all night without breaking them in. I didn't get blisters, and my feet didn't hurt. They were true to size. Highly recommend." —Brooke A
Get them from Amazon for $39.99 (available in 19 colors and women's sizes 5–11, as well as wide options).
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The jars are BPA-free, as well as microwave and dishwasher-safe.
BuzzFeed Shopping contributor Rachel Dunkel says: "Before working from home became the norm, I would use these handy jars to bring my lunch almost every day. They're perfect for things like fruit, salad, or something saucy — stuff you really don't want to get squished *and* want to ensure doesn't leak into your bag. *But* I have found that I use them just as much at home full-time! They are, of course, great for leftovers but also for prepped ingredients for the week. Shredded cheese, prepped chicken, and chopped veggies usually live in these, ready to be utilized for a quick lunch or snack. They clean *super* well — I even have the cream color and it recovered from storing beets! 10/10 from me."
Get them from Amazon for $25+ each (available in two sizes and six colors).
Promising review: "First, this is a lot bigger than I thought it would be, which is great! The spin is smooth, and [this organizer] cleared the counter space I needed back! Perfect for my skincare items, perfumes, cotton rounds, and cotton swabs!" —Rae Myers
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
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I actually bought these sunglasses right before a trip to Los Angeles two summers ago, and I absolutely ADORE them. I was looking for a pair that felt really trendy and just had ~cool vibes~, and this 110% fit the bill and was even better in person. I'm someone who is constantly losing my sunglasses (and unfortunately, I did lose these shortly after coming home from my trip), but thanks to their inexpensive price point, I wasn't too worried and absolutely plan to buy another pair of these for the summer!
Promising review: "For the money, you can’t beat 'em! These look amazing on my face, like a $300 pair of sunglasses. I have tried several pairs, and this brand looks and feels comparable to a pair of Ray-Bans and Pradas. I have a smaller face, and to me, this pair fits the best, perfect for my nose and brow line. I couldn’t be happier; I just wish there were six stars so everyone would know how amazing they are. If you are questioning whether or not they will look as good on you as they do in the photos, yes...yes they do." —Christina
Get them from Amazon for $16.99 (available in six colors).
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