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If you're looking for shopping inspiration, this list is made up of the products we're buzzing about — the ones we're buying and trying for ourselves, or the new product launches we covet. 

Kapai 1.5L Hip Pack, available Cotopaxi, $25

I recently went on a week-long hiking trip to Acadia National Park and this hip pack from Cotopaxi was a total lifesaver. It holds a surprising amount of stuff, is easy to tighten, can be worn crossbody or around your waist, and is just generally such a versatile bag. I was even able to roll up a down vest from Patagonia and fit it in here along with sunscreen, lip balm, and a snack. Plus, no two are the same because they use scrap and recycled fabric to cut down on waste. —Sally Kaplan, executive editor

Brooklinen Core Sheet Set, available at Brooklinen, $269.10

I'm in the process of decorating our bedroom after a move and I'm really coveting Brooklinen's newest launch: pinstripe linen sheets and a duvet cover in tangerine and fuchsia. The peachy color just seems so dreamy, summery, and bright. I love Brooklinen's linen sheets in all seasons, but especially for summer when it's just so dang hot out. —Lauren Savoie, deputy editor

Printfresh's Fruits de Mer Robe, available at Printfresh, $148

I can't get enough of Printfresh's new Fruits de Mer pattern. Is this seafood-inspired robe not peak summer? I can't imagine better attire for lounging by the pool, drink in hand. I also love that you can get the pattern in a variety of different items, and everything comes in sizes S to 6X. —Lauren Savoie, deputy editor

Lisa Says Gah Italian Summer collection, available at Lisa Says Gah, from $48

Speaking of clothes that feature foods I would like to eat, I want everything from the Lisa Says Gah Italian Summer collection. Most of all, I really want this bathing suit that has all the foods I love most in life: bread, tomatoes, anchovies, wine. Pair this swimsuit with the Fruits de Mer robe and there's nothing stopping you this summer. —Lauren Savoie, deputy editor 

AirEssentials Wide Leg Pant, available at Spanx, $118

AirEssentials 'At-the-Hip' Pullover, available at Spanx, $98

I recently got these wide-leg sweatpants and a matching cropped sweatshirt from Spanx's AirEssentials collection, which is made of possibly the most comfortable material on the planet. The set makes me feel so chic and cozy at the same time, especially because the pants actually fit thanks to a petite sizing option! The sweatshirt has a wide neck but no hood, so it doesn't bunch up behind my head when I'm sitting in a car or on a plane. 

My wife told me I looked like I was about to ship our nonexistent children off to boarding school when I wore it with a pair of oversized sunglasses for weekend errands, which I took as a compliment. —Sally Kaplan, executive editor

Andie The Tulum One-Piece Swimsuit, available at Andie Swim, $125

I bought The Tulum one-piece in a black ribbed fabric a couple summers ago; I love how comfortable it is and that it stays put whether I'm lounging or going for a swim at the beach, so I recently ordered the same style in a new limited-edition print. The swimsuit has good bust support for my 34D chest and solid bottom coverage since I'm not a big fan of cheekier cuts. —Ellen Hoffman, editor-in-chief 

Yamazaki Slim Rolling Bathroom Cart, available at Amazon, Pottery Barn, and Brooklinen, from $145

I don't have cabinet space in my bathroom for storing toilet paper, cleaning supplies, and the like, so I ordered this cute little bathroom cart to create some storage. It's got a slim profile that can nestle into small spaces, and the wheels make it easy to swing the cart toward or away from your walls. —Ellen Hoffman, editor-in-chief

St Liberty Mary's Four Grain Bourbon, available at Drizly and Saint Liberty Whiskey, from $49.99

I've covered bourbon extensively for the last few months. When I go to new towns, I have to check out the liquor store to see what bourbons they have. I stumbled across St. Liberty Mary's Four Grain while on vacation and had to buy it. It caught my eye because I'd never tried a four-grain bourbon, most are three grains, usually corn, barley, and rye or wheat. This had rye and wheat. 

In an industry dominated by men, it was refreshing seeing a bourbon named after a woman. Turns out, the distillery is owned and run by two Black women, and a portion of the profits go to women empowerment. Best of all, the bourbon tastes great! —James Brains, reporter

The Curvy Perfect Fatigue Short, available at Madewell, $64.50 

High-Rise Mid-Length Denim Shorts in Bingley Wash, available at Madewell, $84.50 

Madewell jeans are my go-to, so I recently ordered a few pairs of their shorts and wasn't disappointed. If you can wait until there's a sitewide sale like I did — Madewell runs them pretty regularly — you can score a few pairs of shorts for a great price too. —Ellen Hoffman, editor-in-chief

Summersalt The Ruffle Backflip One-Piece Swimsuit, available at Summersalt, $95

Summersalt The Perfect Wrap One-Piece Swimsuit, available at Summersalt, $95

I'm genuinely shocked by how secure I feel in these Summersalt swimsuits since a lot of one-pieces don't offer much in the way of boob support. Both of them have deep-V fronts, but my 34D bust feels super locked in place thanks to Summersalt's compression fabric and built-in soft cups. I also love the trendy silhouettes and colors the suits come in. —Ellen Hoffman, editor-in-chief

Kitchen Safe Time Locking Container, available at Amazon, $69

The Kitchen Safe is simple. Put objects in the container, turn the dial to set the time (up to 10 days), and press the dial. Whatever you're trying to avoid is in the container for the time set. When I find myself on my phone a little too much, I pop it in the Kitchen Safe for half an hour to an hour. It helps me reset my focus. My kid put his lemonade stand money in it for 5 days, which is great in that it kept him from spending it, but it was awful because none of us could use the safe in the meantime. You might want to buy a few of these, just in case. —James Brains, reporter

Threshold Coconut and Honey Crackling Woodwick Candle, available at Target, $19

I'm a sucker for fancy candle brands like Diptyque and Nest, but these $19 candles from Target are seriously delightful for a price you really can't beat. I love the soothing sound the crackling wood wicks make while they burn, and this coconut and honey scent gets me so many compliments. It's my home's signature scent. —Ellen Hoffman, editor-in-chief

Silicone Bangle Keychain, available at Etsy, $12.98

I ordered one of these after I saw my sister had one and thought it was super cute. The silicone beads are on a stretchy elastic string, so you can easily just slip it around your wrist and be on your way. I use mine to hold my work ID, but it's great for car and house keys too. Plus, I love that it comes in so many fun, bright colors. I went with the yellow one because it's my favorite color, but you can't go wrong with any of them. —Angela Tricarico, streaming editorial fellow

Ikea HEMNES Daybed, available at Ikea, $399

We recently turned our office into a bedroom/guest room for both long- and short-term guests. We needed something compact most of the year, but also something flexible in case we had more than one guest over. The HEMNES Daybed is the perfect fit for this: it starts as a twin-size daybed with a base that pulls out to a double-size bed. The double came in handy when we had friends staying for a few days, and now we've collapsed it back down to a twin-size while my mom stays with us for a few months. The only downside is you have to use some pretty thin mattresses, but we opted for these off-brand memory foam replacements from Amazon, and they're firm, but comfy. —Sarah Saril, reporter

Stash Breakfast In Paris Black Tea (6-pack), available Amazon, $17.94

I love this "Breakfast in Paris" tea blend with notes of lavender and vanilla, but I never see it stocked in my local grocery store. Amazon to the rescue! —Ellen Hoffman, editor-in-chief

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