If You Love The Look Of Expensive Brands A Bit Too Much, These 35 Cheaper Versions Will Save Your Bank Account

A tinted lip balm so close to the same magic as "Black Honey," TikTok's beloved $25 ~universal shade~ from Clinique, that it will genuinely startle you — especially when you see the price. This is a perfect, non-sticky "go-to" lippie that's just a step above the "no makeup makeup" look, giving the perfect subtly polished effect.
E.l.f. Glow Reviver Melting Lip Balm for all the ultra fans of Summer Fridays, Rhode, and Laneige whose bank accounts are begging them to put a stop to the lippie madness. These new deliciously tinted, moisturizing, buildable glosses are just as buttery and decadent as the balms that inspired them, for a fraction of the price.
A high-quality, *just* compressive enough layering T-shirt reviewers love so much that a ton of them tried it and immediately ordered more colors to stock up. This shirt is double-lined but still feels lightweight on the skin, giving a sophisticated, expensive look with a casual feel. Reviewers compare it to Skims at a fraction of the price!
A set of Victoria's Secret–inspired seamless "invisible" underwear so soft and stretchy your butt will want to *sing* when you slide them on. This is a true holy grail underwear that doesn't show, doesn't ride up, and somehow manages to look cute all at the same time.
A Skims-inspired square-neck compressive body suit that's basically 10 outfits in one — you can rock it solo, wear it as a bodysuit tucked into jeans, or pair it with a hoodie or a jacket. Go, little base layer, gooooo!
A pair of Bottega Veneta–inspired pilot shield sunglasses so close to the $699 version that reviewers are *spooked* by the attention to detail, down to the weight of them. These are already blowing up on TikTok so I'd personally grab them NOW before everyone descends on them.
And a three-pack of vintage-inspired polarized sunglasses for anyone who needs to stock up on a few "these look like Ray-Bans, but I won't cry into my Baja Blast if I accidentally leave them in the Taco Bell parking lot" pairs this year. These are especially handy because you can match the subtle prints to whatever 'fit you're wearing!
A set of golden bracelets giving ~quiet luxury~ vibes at "I want to pay rent this month" prices. Reviewers especially love these mix-and-match sets because they look like expensive versions from Cartier — the middle one is giving the $8,000 "Juste Un Clou" and the studded one is giving the $6,000 "Love Bracelet!"
Essence's Drop of Sunshine Bronzing Drops, aka the more affordable version of the beloved $39 Drunk Elephant version. This buildable, hydrating formula is an easy way to add a ~sunkissed touch~ to your beauty routine without breaking the bank (or compromising your skin!).
An affordable, Lululemon-esque longline sports bra so comfy, supportive, and versatile that reviewers love it both for outdoor workouts, gym use, *and* errand running. This is designed to be supportive without being too compressive, with lightweight fabric that keeps you breezy in the heat.
A ribbed button up tank top with some real Abercrombie & Fitch energy to perfectly straddle that line of "professional" and "I am 100000% going out after work today, and a martini glass will be involved."
A plated clover bracelet that's a neeearrr perfect lookalike of the beloved $4,600 Van Cleef version, and will quickly earn its spot as one of your "effortless everyday" pieces you slide on before you leave each morning.
And a dainty gold-plated station necklace, another home run from jewelry brand Pavoi so close to the real diamond versions from Quince and Dorsey that run $400+ that it'll turn all your everyday looks into ~quietly expensive~ looks.
A pair of Buff Bunny-inspired booty-highlighting biker shorts for anyone who wants to add some fun prints and colors to their favorite ~asset~ when they're on the move, for a fraction of the usual $48 price.
An Anthropologie-inspired reversible quilted throw blanket you can get in all kinds of fun, lively sprints that will startle your boring couch into having a personality, or give your bed a *much* needed reset.
MagicMinerals AirBrush Foundation, your new favorite alternative to Dior's (discontinued!!) Airflash that lives up to the hype — one quick spray of the foundation on the included brush, and it glides so smoothly and subtly over your skin texture that you'll feel like a makeup artist did it for you. Reviewers in their thirties, forties, and up especially swear by this lightweight but effective formula, and love that it's ridiculously easy to use.
A plated, jewel-embedded ring you can buy yourself as a little treat if the $1,250 Cartier Love Ring is decidedly out of your budget. Dare I say this version is ... prettier than the designer one?
Etude's delightfully multipurpose Dear Darling Water Tint, which a lot of reviewers compare to Benefit's Lip Tint. This smudgeproof formula is designed primarily to be a natural-looking, weightless lip stain, but reviewers use it as a blush as well!
A pair of pretty pastel wireless over-the-ear headphones crafted to look like AirPods Max, so you can still enjoy the comfort and chic style of their iconic headphones without shelling out hundreds of dollars. These feature premium cushion padding, a built-in mic with the ability to take calls, 10 hours of playtime per charge, and surprisingly decent noise blocking for the price.
A multipurpose blush stick reviewers compare to the $18 Pixi Beauty version — this version may be cheaper, but it's also easily buildable, blendable, and perfect for that light, dewy, "kissed by a happy pink cloud" look.
A square-neck lettuce trim "going out" top that a lot of reviewers compare to an expensive mall brand, but muuuuch more affordable. And thank goodness, because once you fall for its comfy stretch and effortless cool, you're going to want it in WAY more colors.
A super lightweight, loose-fitting high neck muscle tank for fans of the Lululemon version at a *much* lower price point. This is a breezy *dream* thanks to the quick-dry fabric, the cross-over pleat in the back, and the slight petal hem at the bottom.
And another Lululemon-inspired piece, a charming and oh-so-comfortable tennis skirt with built-in shorts similar to the Align style. The secret inner pocket on these is perfect for stashing keys and tennis balls, and the shorts are designed with a four-way stretch so they won't ride up.
L'Oréal Paris Makeup True Match Lumi Glotion designed to enhance your skin's natural ✨ glow✨ just like the pricy Drunk Elephant drops — perfect for anyone who wants a lightweight alternative to foundation or just a lil' extra low-effort, ethereal shimmer in their lives.
A ridiculously soft oversized hoodie reviewers compare to $$ brands like Skims, Aritzia, and Abercrombie. You know how on TikTok sometimes people say "this hoodie hoodies" like it's a noun and a verb? Enter this cult-favorite, reviewer-beloved hoodie, which does, in fact, hoodie.
A pair of ~Dreamlux~ leggings made with an oh-so-buttery soft material reviewers compare to Lululemon's Align ... but WAY cheaper. If you're looking for a reliably squatproof, comfy, compressive legging, look no further than these.
And a pair of elevated, effortlessly chic wide leg petal sweatpants that look like they fell out of an Anthropologie ad. Reviewers love how cozy and breathable these are, and that the style is perfect for indoor lounging *and* outdoor errands.
A set of Bala Bangle-inspired wrist and ankle weights to get your ~fitness~ on this spring — these serve all the same cuteness and function without the $55 price tag. Not to mention this has a TON more colors available to match your 'fits.
An iconic spaghetti strap sundress with built-in shorts perfect for romping around in the warm air *and* for saving a few bucks — this compares very closely to a more expensive mall brand version.
A Lululemon-esque adjustable mini belted pack (aka ~fanny pack~) you can wear around your waist or shoulder for a lightweight bag alternative that you won't lose, since it is literally attached to you. A lot of reviewers mention how genuinely *stunned* they are by how much this little bag can secretly carry.
A bodycon lounge dress perfect for fans of Skims looking to spare themselves a few bucks — this versatile, figure-hugging dress has just the right amount of compression to mimic the iconic style and stay oh-so-comfortable for long periods of wear.
Catrice's Magic Shaper Face Cream Palette as an $8 alternative to the $88 (!!) Makeup Forever Palette. This includes a range of highly-pigmented, super blendable shades to help you contour, highlight, and bronze on days when your Gcal just say "GO GO GO" all the way down. (Psst — this is the same brand behind the TikTok-famous $6 Under Eye Brightener, so you know they mean business!)
An affordable cult-favorite luxury-scented candle with a scent reminiscent of Le Labo's Santal 33, and a throw so satisfying that reviewers can't stop gushing about it. If you're in the market for a signature scent for your space, look no further than this jasmine, oud, and sandalwood blend.
An oh-so-classic pair of slip-on pointed toe ballet flats reviewers *love* as a cheaper alternative to the beloved Vivaia and Rothy's version, especially since these are also designed for all-day wear without any painful break-in periods.
A suuuuper easy to use Beachwaver B1 Rotating Curling Iron with automatic curling technology similar to the $599 (!!) Dyson Airwrap that not only creates (LITERALLY) effortless curls, but is designed with a ceramic heat barrel that makes them hold up the whole day.

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Server Brings Baby to Party She's Working—Then a Guest Notices

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Buzz Feed

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• Buzz Feed

37 Hidden Gems On Amazon You've Been Missing Out On

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A rechargeable *heated* ice cream scoop you'll praise until the end of time because it means you no longer have to arm wrestle with a regular scoop to get your sweet treat fix. Simply grip to active and you'll cut right into your fave frozen treat rather than microwaving it OR letting it sit out on the counter. It quickly heats up to 158 degrees, and the handle displays the temperature too! A pack of carborundum sponges, which is one of those products you wish you'd find much earlier in life. They're just *that* terrific at lifting the stubborn stains and grime you typically spend wayyyy too long hunched over the sink scrubbing. A collagen-coating hair rinse when you've been on a never-ending hunt for a hydrating conditioner that'll transform dry locks in an instant. It contains collagen, ceramide, vitamin E, and natural seed oils to smooth, moisturize, and strengthen. It's a fraction of the price of high-end salon brands with the same (if not better) results. 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New York Post

4 hours ago

• New York Post

Love Island watch parties take over NYC nightlife

This summer, the real villa isn't in Fiji — it's in a Brooklyn brownstone, a Midtown sports bar and a West Village comedy club. Love Island USA, which premiered its new season June 11 on Peacock, has officially taken over New York City nightlife. Fans across the boroughs are ditching the couch for themed cocktails, sliders and full-blown screaming matches at watch parties from Manhattan to Brooklyn. The hit reality show features a rotating cast of sexy singles in a luxury villa, where they must 'couple up' or risk getting dumped — not just by each other, but by the American public. Advertisement 7 This season of Love Island USA is fueling a new kind of nightlife — with viewers in Brooklyn, Midtown and beyond planning their weeks around villa chaos, recouplings and every new episode. Ben Symons/PEACOCK Viewers vote in real time to split couples, send in new 'bombshells' and ultimately crown the winning pair, turning the show into a chaotic dating Olympics with six episodes a week and near-constant drama. Now in its seventh season, the series has become a cultural obsession among Gen Z, thanks to its meme-worthy moments, messy recouplings and signature catchphrases like 'I've got a text!' Advertisement In Greenwich Village, The Comedy Shop is running Love Island episodes almost every night of the week, with Sunday turning into an all-day binge. The bar starts replaying the season at 11 a.m. and ends with the latest episode at 9 p.m. on the venue's five flatscreens. 7 Fans scream, cheer and take shots along with every dramatic moment during Love Island screenings at The Comedy Shop — turning the West Village comedy bar into a villa-style watch party six nights a week. Leonardo Munoz 'It's the girls' version of sports,' Comedy Shop TikTok manager and bartender Ana Reyes said. 'Everyone comes together and can all catch up on the episodes.' The event went viral after The Comedy Shop posted a TikTok that drew more than 200,000 views. Reyes, 25, was inspired by a viral post of someone wishing Love Island would play at NYC bars. So she made it happen. Advertisement The show has been a hit for its business, especially midweek, with more than a hundred fans turning out for Tuesday's episode alone. 7 The Thursday crowd at The Comedy Shop breaks into claps and spontaneous drumrolls during big reveals — including the show's classic 'I've got a text!' alerts. Leonardo Munoz Guests have started making reservations days in advance. One woman even booked a table for her husband's birthday — because all he wanted was to spend it watching Love Island at their bar, Reyes said. Another group of friends plans to fly in from Florida, she added. When The Post visited the Comedy Shop Thursday night, cheers erupted after every 'I've got a text' — a signature line from the show used to announce major twists or challenges — with spontaneous drum rolls, screams and heated debates echoing across the room. Advertisement Friends, solo viewers, siblings and couples packed the tables, many saying they had found the event through TikTok or Instagram. 7 The Comedy Shop's cheeky themed menu includes 'The Bombshell' margarita tower, a beer-and-shot combo called 'The Recoupling' and even a couples platter titled 'Can I Pull You For a Chat?' — all nods to the show's iconic lingo. The Comedy Shop/ Instagram 'We saw this place on TikTok and it was close to where I lived, so we had to come. The stars aligned,' Bansri Shah, 27, who came with her younger sister Amrita, told The Post. The bar's cheeky themed menu includes a $30 margarita tower — dubbed 'The Bombshell' — along with a $12 beer-and-shot deal called 'The Recoupling' and a couples platter titled 'Can I Pull You For a Chat?' — all named after Love Island lingo. At Black Sheep bar in Midtown East, bartender Casey Rosen kicked off her own version of a watch party last week after realizing she'd be stuck working during the premiere. 7 Sunday marathons at The Comedy Shop run all day starting at 11 a.m., ending with the latest Love Island episode on five flatscreens and a crowd that knows every contestant's name. Leonardo Munoz 'I posted on Reddit five hours before the show and 12 girls still came,' Rosen, 27, told The Post. 'Some even came alone. We ended up chatting, people made friends … It was honestly a great time.' The Friday screenings at Black Sheep now feature Love Island on multiple TVs with sound, $8 wine specials and a fruity new 'Bombshell Martini.' Advertisement But the rowdiest watch parties might be in Brooklyn, where 23-year-old nanny and content creator Kaleah Denise began cramming nearly a hundred guests into a rented two-story brownstone last week for sliders, chicken wings, cheesecake shooters and a pole-dancing contest. 7 A Midtown bartender launched her Love Island watch party after realizing she'd be stuck at work during the show. Now she's hosting weekly screenings with themed drinks and strangers bonding over the show's never-ending drama. Ben Symons/Peacock 'A lot of my friends don't even watch the show, so I realized some people want to talk about it but don't have anyone to talk to,' Denise said. 'So I decided to find my people and be with my people.' She held her first Love Island party June 13 and has since made it a weekly event, with the next one planned for Sunday. The parties typically run from around 8 to 11:30 p.m. and sell out within hours on the events web site Posh VIP, she said. Advertisement The crowd, mostly solo women and their friends in their 20s and 30s, show up dressed in 'villa chic' for the $20 event, while Kaleah supplies more than 20 bottles of wine and champagne which Denise said is just enough to 'socialize, not get sloppy.' 7 Fans across New York are throwing their own villa-style watch parties, bringing viewers together and a taste of Fiji to the five boroughs. Leonardo Munoz 'We're basically bringing Fiji to New York City,' Denise said.