Summer is unofficially here, and we here at Refinery29 are already seeing some standout trends that are primed to dominate the season — just as they dominated our order histories last month. On the beauty side of things, we shopped the heck out of dewy blush, bronzing drops, and gloss galore; over in our closets, we couldn’t get enough of practical staples like super-soft tees, breezy workout shorts, functional onesies, and life-upgrading ankle socks. (Yes, really.) And did we mention that all of these fave finds clocked in at under $100? (Save for one worth-it honorable mention, which you won’t want to miss.)
As we do every month without fail, our savvy shopping editors are revealing the most stylish, smart purchases from our own carts for your delight. May, being the transitional month she is, brought forth warm weather (and with it, the return of outdoor weddings), as well as the arrival of several new launches across fashion, beauty, and more. It’s our goal that you click through these slides and discover a new favorite perfume, summer-soirée dress, game-changing Amazon find, makeup must-have, and so on. Sure, it’s our job to suss out the latest and greatest — but it’s also something we happen to love doing. We believe in fewer, better investments, and hope you find exactly that in what we recommend (and lovingly dub our MVPs — that’s Most Valuable Purchases). Without any further ado, here are the 20 best stuff and things our editors bought and loved last month.
At Refinery29, we’re here to help you navigate this overwhelming world of stuff. All of our market picks are independently selected and curated by the editorial team. All product details reflect the price and availability at the time of publication. If you buy or click on something we link to on our site, Refinery29 may earn commission. It Cosmetics Glow with Confidence Sun Cream Blush
“I’m fully in my blush era, and this just-launched It Cosmetics cream formula is probably going to be my go-to one this summer. It’s super pigmented, so a little goes a long way. The shades all have gorgeous, warm undertones that mimic a sunkissed flush of color. My favorite shade is Sun Warmth, a gorgeous terracotta that makes my olive skin glow. I love applying it with a fluffy brush across my cheeks and dusted softly along the bridge of my nose for a sunburnt effect. (PSA: Wear sunscreen to avoid real sunburns.)” — Karina Hoshikawa, Senior Writer
It Cosmetics Glow with Confidence Sun Cream Blush, $, available at SephoraAldo Celestee Cat Eye Sunglasses
“Ever since I got these green sunglasses, I’ve been getting an overload of compliments and inquiries about where they’re from. And I refuse to gatekeep these under-$20 gems any longer: They’re from Aldo! I typically pair them with matching green clothing (bodysuit, dress) or accessories (purse, sandals) for a statement outfit, but they also look great with all-white or all-black looks as a pop of color.” — Victoria Montalti, Associate …read more
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