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These 31 Useful Products Are Also Unexpectedly Pretty To Look At

Like Derek Zoolander, these items are just really, really … really ridiculously good looking.

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by Chelsea Stuart BuzzFeed BuzzFeed Staff

I'm a seasoned Shopping Editor with more than 10 years of experience covering travel (my favorite), home decor, fashion, and pet products.

Some products earn a spot in your cart because they're useful. These ones earn a spot because they're useful and so pretty you'll want to leave them out on display. From elegant glass coffee syrup dispensers and charming ceramic berry baskets to flower-shaped dish brushes, sconce-like nightlights, and even a hidden cat box enclosure, these finds make everyday life a bit more aesthetic.

1. A set of travel "books" — inspired by the (spendy) Assouline travel series — that are actually covert storage boxes. They're perfect for stowing away necessary but ugly essentials like charging cords, remotes, and other bits and bobs that plague your coffee table. 

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Promising review: "The color of these books is actually more vivid and beautiful in person. I’m thrilled with how it looks on the shelf — plus, it’s a very good hiding spot. I would 100% recommend these for anyone looking to add color to your home." —elishiva

Get a set of four from Amazon for $29.99. 

2. A bow-bedecked Case-Mate waterproof beach tote with a tip-proof design, a transparent touchscreen phone pouch, and a waterproof jelly construction that's easy to wipe clean. 

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Check out a TikTok of the Case-Mate beach bag in action.

Promising review: "I’ve been wanting a sturdy and cute beach bag that was not mesh and or a basic tote. This is it! It comes with a dry bag for a phone. The handles are thick. The iridescent color looks so cool in the sun, and it’s the perfect size. I fit two towels, a sunscreen bag, two changes of clothes, a speaker, goggles, and snacks. With extra room too. I love the new silver black color, but this purple was on sale, so I went for it. Matches perfectly with my black swimsuit." —Daniela G

Get it from Amazon for $75.99+ (available in eight designs).

3. A two-pack of *cute* 100-percent waterproof and leakproof pee pads if your baby has a penchant for peeing on the rug and you just CANNOT handle it for one more second. These reusable pads maintain their absorption for up to 500 washes, so you can keep them in rotation for a long time. 

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Promising review: "I absolutely love these pee pads! They are super absorbent, and my dog doesn’t have any accidents in the house anymore! She taught herself to use them, too! I can’t say enough good things! They are easy to wash and have lasted, and look brand new after each wash! Just purchased more to have some extra on hand in between washes! I haven’t had any issues with leaking either! They also help keep the smell down! It is pee/poop, so there will always be an odor, but it definitely keeps it down! 10/10, definitely recommend!" —Ellis

Get them from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in six sizes and 18 styles).

4. A coffee syrup dispenser set that'll make you feel like you're drinking a $7 cold brew from that trendy coffee shop in town when, in reality, you didn't spend a dime and made it yourself. So basically... it's a step toward being even more financially responsible. 

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New England Stories is a small business that specializes in home and kitchen products. 

Promising review: "These are worth the money! There are labels for almost every basic syrup as well as blanks, so you can label them yourself. If you get a regular-size Torani syrup bottle, it will hold the whole bottle, so you don't need to worry about the story of a quarter of the bottle of syrup. SO AESTHETICALLY PLEASING, TOO." —Naomi

Get a set of four from Amazon for $24.99 (available in three colors and in two- and six-packs). 

5. And some matching oil and vinegar dispensers with metal pour spouts to make you feel like you're dining at an Italian restaurant every night and not just pulling a frozen Trader Joe's meal from your freezer. 

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Promising review: "I LOVE these dispensers!!! They look so cute and make me feel so organized. They dispense liquids really well and do not leak. They come with almost every label you would need." —Tara Foster 

Get them from Amazon for $22.95+(available in two sizes, sets of one, two, or four, and in three styles).

6. A versatile Ninja Crispi Air Fryer system that can air fry, bake, crisp, and reheat when attached to your choice of included 6-cup or 4-quart container. And anything you don't finish? Just slap a lid on it, store it in your fridge, and enjoy leftovers the next day! No extra dishes necessary. 

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Each air fryer comes with the "PowerPod," two containers (a 4-quart and a 6-quart), and lids. The PowerPod has auto-shutoff and four modes: Max Crisp, Bake, Air Fry, and Recrisp. The "feet" are heat-safe, so you can prop it on any surface without worrying! 

Promising review: "I got my Ninja Crisper today and reheated some stuffed bread with feta cheese and spinach, and it did a wonderful job. It was like it just came out of the oven the first time. Nice and crispy outside, but the inside heated just right. I love that the bottom glass can be covered with the lid that comes with it. They come with a metal plate you can put in the glass bottom part, and it actually fits into the lid, so it doesn't get lost. The glass makes a difference in the taste, too. It is a great product and well worth it." —Jennifer 

Get it from Amazon for $179.99(available in six colors). 

7. A fruit-themed knife set so dang cute, you might just forget they're sharp. But please don't do that... they're SHARP!

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Promising review: "These knives are wonderful, but very sharp. Best deal for the money, and you can't beat the price." —N. Lough

Get the six-piece set from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in four styles). 

8. A sconce-like nightlight, because no matter your age, the dark can be a scary thing — especially when you're stealthily sneaking into the kitchen to grab a midnight snack. 

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Promising review: "Love this light. Very pretty aesthetically and functional. You can reduce the brightness, which is a nice feature as well. You won't be disappointed." —Rebecca

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in various styles and individually or in packs of two).

9. An affordable sunrise alarm clock reviewers say is super comparable to Hatch's, as it offers seven nature sounds and slowly wakes you up over the course of 30 minutes by mimicking a sunrise. 

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It comes with seven nature-inspired wakeup sounds, plus an FM/AM radio. And there are eight colorful night-light options, too!

Promising review: "I really needed another reliable alarm in the morning besides my cell phone (because I’m notorious for hitting snooze), and this clock is exactly what I was looking for! I love that it slowly brightens as it approaches your alarm time, because I feel less startled when my alarm goes off. This is super similar to the famous Hatch alarm clock, and at a much lower price. Would definitely purchase again and again! Saves my morning" —Skylar Faul

Get it from Amazon for $29.99.

10. A set of Swedish dishcloths that are not only cute AF, but can replace rolls and rolls of regular paper towels. 

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Promising review: "How have I just now found out about Swedish Dishcloths??? These are amazing. Perfect size, cute prints, but most importantly, they work like a BOSS. Durable with a texture that makes scrubbing funky dishes a breeze. Give these a try. You won’t be disappointed!!!" —DKA

Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $16.99 (available in 12 color packs). 

11. Some beautiful wall-mounted amber bottles, because waking up at 6 a.m. to get ready for your office job sucks, but these at least make you feel like you're getting ready in a hotel. 

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You can see how one TikTok user styled hers in this TikTok video by Miriam Gin. PS: They come from MaisoNovo — a small biz!

Promising review: "I get compliments on these dispensers and they feel sturdy on the tile wall. Would buy again 5 out of 5!" —DCorb

Get them from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in six different styles and quantities of one, two, or three).

12. A set of four ceramic berry baskets to help romanticize your morning yogurt bowls. These bbs are good for washing, serving, and storing, so they'll create fewer dishes, too. 

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Promising review: "These look just like the picture! They are so cute. Adorable and good quality — I love them." —Georgia Lager

Get them from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in four styles).

13. A sleek acacia wood utensil holder that'll warm up your countertop and make it look like you actually know what you're doing in the kitchen. The crock has a 360-degree turntable, too, so it's just as functional as it is beautiful. 

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Promising review: "It is larger than I thought it would be, which is a positive because it can hold a lot. The wood pattern is also beautiful, and it spins easily. It’s thick wood, so it feels sturdy." —Zoe

Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in three styles). 

14. A weather-resistant cedar pathway you can use to connect your patio to other outdoor areas like your garden or hot tub. 

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Promising review: "I've just installed these wooden garden pathways along the side of my house. Everyone just loves them. They give the entrance to the backyard a tropical resort feel. I highly recommend them. Sturdy and durable as well." —Tom Sokolowski

Get it from Amazon for $44.49+ (available in six sizes/configurations).

15. And some solar-powered, round garden lights you can pop on your tabletop, in your garden beds, or along your pool for added ambiance. Squint your eyes, and it's almost like you're at a resort in Cabo. 

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Promising review: "I put these on our patio and they are breathtakingly beautiful! I really like the colored ones the most. Get so many fabulous compliments! Don’t pass them up. 🥰" —J Thomas

Get them from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three colors and packs of 2, 4, 6, or 8).

16. A cheery flower-shaped dish brush because, tbh, your sink is a scary place often filled with crusty pots and pans, mystery Tupperware leftover containers, and whatever nastiness collects in the drain. At least this'll be a *little* bright spot. 

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Check out a TikTok of the flower scrubber in action. 

Promising review: "Love having this on my kitchen sink. It’s happy and cute and makes me happy. One leaf did twist off after a few weeks of use, but it’s still cute, and I could’ve been more careful holding it. It's not a super stiff brush, but it works well for most hand washing and quick rinses. Brush rinses well, and food doesn’t get caught in it. I was happy to find it has a hidden scraper edge on top of the brush. Will def buy again when this one gets gross since it brings so much tiny joy into my kitchen." —Hannah Jo Wilson

Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in two colors).

17. A hidden cat box enclosure sure to have you kicking your unsightly open-top box to the curb. Angled just so, it'll pass for a faux plant and nothing more!

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Promising review: "After four different styles of litter boxes, this one is the winner! More space than most standard boxes and super easy to take apart and clean. The plant is realistic and the pebbles it comes with weigh down the top fairly well. Great find, great price." —Tyler Cutro

Get it from Amazon for $99.90+ (available in three colors).

18. A nonslip, clear food prep and cutting board that won't clash with any of the decorative elements in your kitchen. We can't have that, now can we!

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Promising review: "This piece is beautiful. I love how it's clear and shows what is underneath. I can have it on my counter all the time, and it looks like it is part of the kitchen. I've chopped many things on it, and I have no scratches. Very easy to clean." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $45.99.

19. A MacKenzie-Childs two-slice toaster you *will* have to add to your living will and testament ASAP because friends and family will be fighting for it. 

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PS: This made Oprah's Favorite Things List in 2025!

Promising review: "We have made so much toast since purchasing this toaster! It's beautiful, user-friendly, and toasts the bread perfectly. There are several heat level settings so you can get the toast exactly how you prefer. The instructions are easy to read, as well as the instructions for the first use. We have had no issues and are pleased with how well the toaster works. Definitely recommend!" —Jess M.

Get it from Amazon for $179.95 (available in eight colors).

20. An acrylic Squatty Potty designed to unkink your colon and help ya go — but in a cute way, ya know? Praise is so high for this bebe that one reviewer even said, "If Elvis had a Squatty Potty, he would be with us today."

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Read more about constipation relief at home, including using a squatting position, at Cleveland Clinic. 

Promising review: "I'm pleasantly surprised that I love everything about this! It's extremely durable, easy to clean, well-made, and of high-quality material. I love that the clear Lucite allows it to disappear into the background, so it's not an eyesore. As for its functionality, it's amazing and far surpassed my expectations. It's one of the best purchases I've ever made for myself, and my only regret is not buying it sooner. You don't know what you're missing until you try it. It's super awkward to talk about, but this just positions your body to have the easiest and most complete bowel movements. This has increased my overall feeling of health and well-being and puts me in a better mood. I've noticed enough of a difference that I actually miss it when I'm away on vacation or at the cottage. People will say it's gimmicky, and I had my doubts, but this has quickly become a need and not a want for me. Worth every penny!" —asianangel100303

Get it from Amazon for $79.99.

21. A pair of silicone frond leaf bookmarks if you're finally ready to replace the faded Target receipts you've been using to mark your pages. 

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Promising review: "These were too cute to pass up! They hold my place perfectly in my book. They are more rubbery than plastic, so they grip the pages well to stay in place." —Stephanie L.

Get them from Amazon for $8.99.

22. A cherry bedside carafe and glass so you can keep H2O within arm's reach and not have to make a midnight run to the kitchen when you get thirsty. 

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Promising review: "I love this bedside carafe and cup! Colors are beautiful and this set adds a splash of color to any room! Looks expensive; however, good price for the quality. Run, don’t walk, to buy this lovely set. Great design for the cup handle, too! Love it!" —Customer

Get it from Amazon for $39.95.

23. A set of decorative trivets made to protect your table from the scorching heat of your latest creation: an over-microwaved Hot Pocket (aka molten lava straight from Earth's mantle).

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Line + Arc is a small biz!

Promising review: "This was a really hard purchase for me. I searched for quite a bit but couldn't settle on any trivets that also fit the aesthetic of my kitchen. These are perfect! Love the color, size, shape, dimensions… all of it. It was hard to press that purchase button, though, just because of the price (there are sooooo many cheaper options), but these seem like they will stand the test of time." —Anna

Get a set of three from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in seven colors). 

24. A rotating makeup brush organizer with a lid, because no matter how clean your bathroom is, bodily fluids and particles fly left and right every time you flush the toilet!!!!

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Promising review: "We use this as a stylish way to store our toothbrushes and toothpaste in the family bathroom. It prevents the toothbrushes from getting splashed when washing our hands. It's very easy to use, and looks great. I appreciate the functionality and how it helps keep things organized. I think the price was worth the small upgrade in our home." —Jessica S.

Get it from Amazon for $23.99 (available in five colors).

25. Adiatomaceous earth sink caddy (or a sink bib, if you will), if *nothing* grinds your gears quite like a soapy counter puddle after you just spent precious minutes cleaning dishes because you're not part of the 1% (aka – the dishwasher-owning class).

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Diatomite stone absorbs water super fast, so no more wet countertops!

Promising review: "An excellent purchase. This faucet mat exceeded my expectations from the very first use. The diatomite material truly absorbs water instantly, keeping the sink area dry and clean at all times. Plus, the design is modern and minimalist, adding an elegant touch to the kitchen. I love that it dries quickly and prevents those annoying water spots or dampness around the faucet. The size is perfect; it fits well without getting in the way. It also feels durable and high-quality — unlike other ordinary mats. It is definitely a practical, functional, and attractive product. I would buy it again without hesitation and highly recommend it for keeping the kitchen organized and looking its best." —Eslaine Alvarez

Get it from Amazon for $16.59+(available in five sizes and three colors).

26. A glass match cloche with a striker strip so you don't have to search your junk drawer for a Bic every time you want to light a candle. 

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P.S. This comes with 120 4-inch matches, but once you run out, you can refill with any matches of your choice (like these)! 

Skeem is a small business that offers matches, candles, and fragrances to elevate your home. 

Promising review: "Bought this for my mom for Christmas! Love it!! So pretty and a great way to ✨ romanticize ✨ your everyday life with a pretty little match holder. Makes even an ordinary moment of lighting a candle extra special and aesthetically pleasing!" —Tiffany Corum

Get it from Amazon for $36+ (available in 10 colors and two sizes). 

27. A set of wineglass charcuterie toppers, because you'll do anything you can to persuade your friends to head to your house for your weekly Bravo night. 

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Promising review: "These are so cute! I hosted a wine tasting at my house and the coasters fit into many different wine glasses. I had about three to four fairly decent-sized chocolates on top. These were a hit and everyone thought they were in a nice restaurant with the setup!!" —Melanie M. 

Get a set of four from Amazon for$7.99 (also available in a set of eight). 

28. An acrylic bath caddy so you can stretch out like you're the leading lady in a rom-com. How characters who walk dogs for a living can afford a place with a clawfoot tub — and in NYC, no less — is sus, but that's a matter for another time altogether. 

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Promising review: "Love this because it is plastic and not wood like most are. I used to have a wooden one, which I had to throw away because mold grew on it, so I wanted a plastic one. My one issue with it is that it does hang over the tub a little, but it is like that in the stock images, too, so I still give it 5 stars." —chandra

Get it from Amazon for $37.99+ (available in six styles).

29. A set of metal and wood measuring cups that won't melt when oops! you accidentally leave them too close to the stove. They'll also develop a slight patina over time that'll just add to their cottage-y aesthetic. 

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This set comes with four measuring cups and four measuring spoons. Reviewers say that these are best to handwash. 

Promising review: "These measuring cups not only look incredibly elegant, but they are also very well made. I constantly get compliments on them!" —Nikolas Spilson

Get it from Amazon for $17.66 (available in two colors). 

30. A fanciful mushroom kitchen timer, because you always have the best intentions when it comes to timing your bakes, but you inevitably end up distracted by something and forget to set an alarm on your phone. Plop this guy on your stovetop, and he'll always be ready and waiting.  

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This winds up and times up to 60 minutes, ending in a loud buzzer. Reviewers also use it to help time themselves with work tasks and studying. 

Promising review: "This is whimsical and fun; my kids love it. I tell them their dinner comes from a fairy mushroom forest. 😋 Works great, keeps my little monsters in line — 'Dad, the mushroom went off.' Love it." —Vik V

Get it from Amazon for$7.59 (available in four colors). 

31. A compact Nori travel iron and steamer that not only heats up in three minutes, but can easily get wrinkles out of both sides of the fabric, getting the job twice as fast as usual. 

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Promising review: "Ordered this to bring to a wedding this past weekend, and it was a total hit. Perfect for getting last-minute wrinkles out of bridesmaid dresses! And will definitely be using it for touchups before work instead of lugging out my massive ironing board. Great purchase!" —Carolyn Toll

Get it from Amazon for $119.99 (available in five colors). 

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