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Why spend luxury-level money when you can snag an almost-identical version that still gets an “Omg, I love this” reaction from your giftee?

As a resident writer on the BuzzFeed Shopping team, I can't believe that I get to search the internet to help you find the best, most unique, life-changing products for my job.

Lulu Candles is a US-based small business that specializes in scented candles and perfumes. 

Promising reviews: "I have now bought this candle multiple times. The candles throws a great scent that spreads throughout my home quickly without being overpowering or causing my allergies to flair up. It is cautiously packaged and comes in a clean, beautiful black jar that fits perfectly into my design aesthetic. I think it would make a great gift for just about anyone. I will continue to make this candle a daily part of my scent landscape inside my home." —K. Adams

"I gave this as a gift to my best friend and she loves it. It's the perfect size, plus it looks really good and smells strong in the best way." —Adam fee

Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (available in five sizes, in gift box options, in packs of two, and in a variety of scents).  

Plus, the cups, lids, and paddle are top-rack dishwasher safe!

I have this limited edition Creami Scoop and Swirl, and the color palette on this one from Black + Decker is SO similar! It's great for peeps who don't want their kitchen appliances to mess with their carefully curated aesthetic.

Promising review: "I was a bit skeptical. Even with the good reviews here and other places. I love that you can adjust the recipe to your liking. In my case, I used half sugar and half allulose. With a few packets of Whole Earth sweetener mixed in. It is a little loud, but not bad. Not any louder than a Vitamix blender. And it seems to be just as powerful as one of those. Unlike traditional ice cream, where you churn until it freezes, with this ice cream maker, you freeze your recipe first, and then it churns it afterward with a very powerful motor. So that's why it's a little loud, for about 2 minutes. It comes with three pint containers so that you always have some frozen product on hand. Oh, did I mention how powerful it is? It 'spins' your frozen recipe and turns it into ice cream. I'm very happy with the machine so far." —LeeRT

Get it from Amazon for $159.99 (and get extra pints here).

Dossier is a small business that specializes in alternative, affordable perfumes.

Promising reviews: "Amazing fragrance, great value, and packaged with care. Smells just like the Black Opium and I notice the scent actually lasts longer too. Definitely will buy again" —Katie

"This smells FANTASTIC! I bought it as a gift, opened it to smell it, and then decided I like it so much, I kept it for myself. I don't know about the inspiration scent at all. I just know I LOVE this one." —Emily

Get it from Amazon for $22.62 (also available in three other scents). 

Fellow BuzzFeed Shopping writer, Bek O'Connell, owns one and says: "I've had this kettle in my kitchen for years, and it shows no signs of age! It boils water super quickly, has a nice cork handle, and pours like a dream. When it comes to boiling water, I don't need a lot of bells and whistles. Being able to press a button, walk away, and come back to hot water in two minutes is all I need from my kettle. I love the precision spout and sometimes even use the kettle as a watering can to reach my higher-up plants." 

Promising reviews: "I’m a coffee professional too broke for a Fellow to use in my home coffee setup. Been using this baby for a few months, and I’m satisfied! Easy pour control, good size and heft for this purpose, and heats up decently quickly, without annoying sounds. Recommend for someone who wants low fuss performance." —jessica carlan

"I bought this as a gift for my tea drinking girlfriend, but due to its quick heating times and easy use, I now use it for my french press and pourover as well. Hot water in around a minute and a gooseneck design. Its great!" —Jeremy Green

Get it from Amazon for $35.99+ (available in black or silver).

Promising reviews: "Great durability! Holds more weight than my Hulken bag! Love it!" —MRB

"I got these for my daughters for Christmas, and wow, what a hit! The medium is a good size — sturdy and well-made. I also bought the large size (they are huge!) We got them for Black Friday shopping marathons, but the girls have already thought of lots more uses. One is a nurse, and she takes hers to work. The other is a soccer mom and she's sporting pink to the games. These wheeled bags are going to be a go-to gift for future." —Jenny Mishell

Get it from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in two sizes and black or pink).

Promising review: "I absolutely love this frame. I had been looking for one like this bamboo style, but most of them were so expensive. This company is affordable, quality, and well packaged. Looks great with my print!" —LoveCuban73

Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in dozens of sizes and in three other styles).

Promising review: "I LOVE this bracelet!!! It looks so expensive and is heavy-duty. If you want a tennis bracelet without spending thousands of dollars, I HIGHLY recommend this!" —Gabby Little

"A gift for my wife. She loved it. It's beautiful and looks amazing in hand. Great quality, string closing clasps, and beautiful sparkles." —Heather Green

Get it from Amazon for $17.95+ (available in three lengths and finishes, as well as a two-pack). 

Promising reviews: "I have not taken this bracelet off since I've bought it and it has not tarnished or lost color at all! I love this bracelet and will be getting it in more colors. I get so many compliments on it. It adjustability is perfect for all sizes and it's so comfortable I always forget it's there. Super cute would recommend as gifts!" —Amazon Customer

"I love this bracelet. I shower with it daily and wear it to the gym. I ended up buying one for my mom I loved it so much." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $12.89 (available in nine colors and in a two pack).

Promising reviews: "This style replicates the Gucci Horsebit; it's so comfortable. It is also true to size. Love the black!" —Neri

"I was surprised how cute these are, and they are pretty comfortable too. I wore them with a short dress and I looked like Barbie, lol. But they can be worn with slacks for professional looks as well." —Jen

Get them from Amazon for $55.98+ (available in sizes 6–11 and eight colors). 

Promising reviews: "I never write reviews, but I am the snob of all snobs when it comes to soft sheets, and these make me not want to get out of bed. These sheets make me not want to get out of bed ever. I just can't believe the prize. Seems like good quality. I'm in bed heaven!" —Samantha

"Feel like expensive high-end hotel sheets. I normally use flannel sheets year-round because it’s the only material I like, but these are my new favorite. Very soft and cooling. Fit our bed perfectly. I purchased both for our bed and our spare room and have only gotten compliments from guests. Great sheets without the huge sticker price." —Anna

Get them from Amazon for $36.97+ (available in 15 sizes and 40 colors)

Read more about what massage guns can (and can’t) do, plus how to use them, at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising reviews: "Helps with pain relief and massage in pressure spots I wasn't able to get before. I had access to use a TheraGun before and haven't noticed any difference between items, and it's at a much lower price point. Whatever extra TheraGun features there might be, I haven't needed and the heads are interchangeable between TheraGun and this. Very happy with my purchase." —tauntaun

"I used a TheraGun for about a month and although it was great, this unit is better suited for my needs. I found the TheraGun to be too powerful on the lowest setting and bulky to handle. Some people prefer a lower setting than the 'professional' brand offers. This unit is also easier to handle when massaging my partner than the TheraGun. This gun goes from comfortable low setting to very powerful on the highest setting. Much better fit for me and my partner, plus it's got a solid battery life." —Pierremoe

Get it from Amazon for $59.99+ (available in five variations).

The hype around this brush is something fierce with more than 336,000 (!!!) 5-star ratings. But if you want something more specifically designed for curly/coily hair types, check out their paddle brush hair dryer that I can confirm as a 4C girlie is a god-send! And has lasted me many years.

Promising reviews: "I am a licensed cosmetologist of 30+ years, and I couldn’t be more pleased! Salon-perfect, shiny, bouncy blowouts! Dries and styles in one or two easy passes ( on damp hair) and provides maximum lift if I style it that way. Easily dries and styles large sections of hair, making this THE BEST hairstyling tool! Highly recommend! I use the low setting and cool blast. Surprised and very happy that I don't need med/high settings. Only caveat I have come across so far: the temp/speed setting is in an awkward place to be able to change it while using. Learning curve, I suppose. Otherwise, another GREAT styling tool from Revlon! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️" —ERJ

"This review is for all the Black women looking for a good blow dryer for their hair. I have 4C (mainly) natural hair and got tired of using the regular dryers because they made my arms tired. I have thick, long hair, so blow-drying takes forever for me. This blow-dryer was wonderful. I didn't even have to detangle before using it, and it dried my hair very nicely. I love it so much. My only complaint is it is bigger than I expected it to be. A little bulky, but I will get used to it. Overall, I am loving this hair dryer so far and am glad I made the investment." —Johniece Elbert

Get it from Amazon for $44.90+ (available in three styles and in black or pink).

Promising reviews: "I researched a lot before choosing this Dutch oven. I wasn't sure that this brand would be of high quality because the price is so much lower than the famous Le Creuset and others. This Overmont product is stylish and big enough to hold a whole chicken or probably roast. On first cooking, we did jerk beef ribs and were pleased with the result. Heat distribution is excellent, and it's easy to clean with hot, soapy water." —NJM

"I bought this specifically for baking bread. Everyone was suggesting I buy the Le Creuset brand, but I'm new to the task, so I didn't want to spend an exorbitant amount. I could not be happier with my purchase. I've preheated both the pot and lid for an hour, as the recipes have said, and it works beautifully. It bakes fresh sourdough and yeast bread, yielding really beautiful brown crusts and even cooking throughout. I use parchment to line the pot for cooking, so clean-up is a breeze. 5 stars!" —Iris C. Wilson

Get a 5.5-quart pot from Amazon for $44.99+ (available in three sizes and 20 colors). 

This set can withstand temperatures of up to 450 degrees and is dishwasher- and microwave-safe!

Promising review: "The quality was much better than I anticipated. The sizes were also bigger than I thought. They work perfectly from fridge to oven to table." —Kathy

Get it from Amazon for $34.99 (available in seven colors).

Promising reviews: "It’s much more spacious than it looks. It’s very sleek and stylish. I use it as my work bag and find that it looks professional and has enough space for all of my stuff. I carry a laptop, pencil case, two books, makeup bag, water bottle, wallet, lotion, phone and laptop charger, and other small miscellaneous objects. Still plenty of space. And when you carry it, it doesn’t feel bulky or cumbersome." —Su

"Purchased for my daughter, who is an attorney. She said she really likes it and has gotten many compliments on it from her peers." —J Cliett

Get it from Amazon for $35.86+ (available in seven styles). 

Promising review: "I recently went on a girls' trip, and I used the bag as my personal item. It fits under the airplane seat, too! I absolutely love this bag! I’ve been eyeing the weekender on [the] Beis website, but this is less than half the price! Plus it's [made of a] waterproof material. The bottom compartment is handy for shoes or storing dirty clothes. The straps and hardware are durable and zip closed easily. Would recommend and comes in a variety of colors." —A. King

Get it from Amazon for $32.48 (available in 24 variations).

Promising review: "Last Christmas I gifted the black and white checkered set to my son as his new kitchen tile, and he’s gotten so many compliments. I got the green set for my coffee station (green is my favorite color), and they look great. Great quality. They don’t overheat in the microwave. I highly recommend." —Orly Seelbinder

Get them from Amazon for $25.80+ (available in five colors/patterns).

Promising review: "Wow wow wow!!! 🤩 This blanket is so soft, and the colors and image are so vibrant! The material is great. Lightweight but also snuggly weighted, I don’t know how to describe it. I almost bought the one from Anthropologie, but this is exactly like it, at a much lower price! I think I’ll be gifting a few of these because they are so nice!" —Amy

Get it from Amazon for $32.99+ (available in six sizes and 45 styles)

Promising reviews: "These blankets are everything!!!! I was gifted one— fell in love! So I gifted the green to my daughter. Think barefoot dreams on a budget. Would absolutely buy again!! Also… so far— A+ for durability. Washed in a washing machine and no issues with color run, shed, etc." — Amazon Customer

"Bought as a gift—had to buy another for myself and then ended up purchasing several as more gifts for other friends. So soft! Washes perfectly. It’s gorgeous & very durable too! Highly recommend!" —gfawn

Get it from Amazon for $24.29 (available in 12 colors and three sizes).

Reviewers do note, however, that you should be gentle when it comes to the handles as they can be prone to snapping.

Promising reviews: "The heads of these brushes are the thickest and softest brushes I have ever felt in my entire life... The brushes applied and blended all my makeup FLAWLESSLY. I will never go back to a BeautyBlender again because those really absorb the product, and then you are stuck using more and more trying to cover your face!... Overall, I highly recommend these brushes to anyone looking to try something new, or someone who can't afford the Artis Brushes, as these are a perfect [alternative]. :)" —alexis johnson

"I bought this as a gift for my Mom for her birthday. After looking at the brushes and making sure they are legit, I can honestly say I am SO excited to give these to her. The brushes' quality are awesome; soft, firm, and very chic. I am really glad I chose the rose gold color. Seller was excellent and I definitely recommend purchasing these makeup brushes for anyone wanting to try out this type of brush!" —Amazon Customer

Get them from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in four styles).

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 their home." —elishiva

Get a set of four from Amazon for $29.99. 

Promising reviews: "Beyond cute and exactly like the picture. The straps are removable, and the bag is the perfect size to hold a phone, small wallet, keys, and some lip gloss. I love the gold hardware, and the quality feels great!" —Julia Hammermeister

"Gave this as a gift to a friend and she loved it. It’s a great size, fits the essentials, trendy, nice material, durable." —Jill Goldbaum

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in five colors).

Promising review: "When I initially bought it, I was nervous that the brass color wasn’t going to match with my coach bag, but once it arrived, it was perfect; it looks almost like the real one and doesn’t feel cheap at all, I’m very happy with my purchase, and I'd 100% recommend this to someone looking for an alternative to the Coach cherry charm!" —Veronica G.

This kitchen baddie also has six speeds for everything from fluffy frosting to dough and a tilting head that will make taking off the beaters mess-free.

Promising review: "I used to have a big KitchenAid version and actually prefer this one! It's much smaller and takes up less space, super powerful, easy to use and clean, and GORGEOUS. The vintage look can't be found anywhere else." —Vanessa

Get it from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in five colors).

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