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What better way to kick summer in the pants and welcome fall than engaging in some (affordable!) retail therapy?

I am a contributor who has been writing for BuzzFeed Shopping for over two years with an emphasis on home goods, parenting items and toys, beauty products, and anything that can make your day-to-day life run a little smoother.

Promising reviews: "Really cute for a pop of color. I almost feel bad leaving it outside!" —Christine

"Bright colors, soft texture- cant believe it is synthetic. Looked great immediately out of the package. Sweeps easily. Even the cat likes it!" —Kendra

Price: $43+ (originally $55+; available in five sizes)

Promising reviews: "Cool dessert plates, halloween is year around for me so they fit right in here." —Anonymous

"Beautiful plates and great quality. I love the designs. Will probably order another set." —Anonymous

Price: $31 for a 4-pack (originally $42)

Promising review: "Complete upgrade from the lantern style lights from the previous owner. The lights are moody, sleek, and modern and we love them!" —Lindsey

Price: $99+ (originally $169+; available in four sizes and four finishes)

Promising review: "This is cuter in person than in the picture and it is a good size. I absolutely love it." —Anonymous

Promising review: "Very sleek, luxurious and modern, I’m very happy with this purchase. The couch is firm but comfortable, not the sink in type of couch, but I love it that way." —Phuong

Price: $1,449+ (originally $2,199+; available in two colors)

Promising review: "Love my olive tree. So life-like. Perfect size. Fast delivery. Amazing!!" —Nancy

Price: $53+ (originally $72+; available in four sizes)

Promising reviews: "I bought quite a number of these different plants. I love it!" —Lisa

Promising review: "For such a little lamp, it makes a big impact. I love the egg yolk color for a pop of color. Thankfully, all the other reviewers notified me of the specialty bulbs, so I was able to have those on hand before this lamp arrived." —Melissa 

Price: $63+ (originally $105+; available in five colors)

Promising review: "Quite beautiful piece, the design is neat." —Anonymous

Price: $85+ (originally $119+; available in 11 colors)

Price: $26 for a 2-pack (originally $35)

Promising review: "Gorgeous saddle leather color and surprisingly comfortable to sit in despite how thin and firm it is. Great deal for this beautiful chair. It looks very classy." —Anonymous

Price: $169+ (originally $239+; available in three colors)

Promising review: "I was looking for a modern, well-constructed, triangular-shaped end table to fit between my sectional and chair. This table fit the bill perfectly. It is a quality product and easy to put together." —Anonymous

Price: $579+ (originally $649+; available in two finishes)

Promising review: "Nice, thick coasters. Slightly larger than expected, but I appreciate the heftiness." —Keara

Promising review: "Super impressed with this bookcase. I was surprised by how heavy and solid this bookcase is. Was easy to assemble by myself and took about 45 minutes from start to finish. Definitely a good buy." —Alexander

Price: $1,151+ (originally $1,391+; available in four colors/finishes) 

Promising review: "Love the garland!!! It's going to look great on my mantel with black crows!!!!!" —Carol

Promising review: "Beautiful, solid chair but still light and easy to move. Love!!" —Doreen

Price: $299+ (originally $429+; available in two upholstery/frame colors and in two-packs)

Promising review: "Not only is this a gorgeous pop of color, but it’s also a very comfortable chair. Perfect accent chair for my living room. Money well spent in my opinion." —Penny

Price: $449+ (originally $579+; available in six colors) 

Price: $119+ for a set of three (originally $139+; available in five colors/finishes) 

Promising review: "I love these bar stools! They were really easy to assemble, and they look fantastic in my space. The design is sleek and modern, and they're very comfortable. Highly recommend if you're looking for a stylish and functional addition to your home!" —Anonymous

Price: $239+ (originally $349+; available in two colors and two sizes)

Promising review: "Looks fantastic, really makes my dining area stand out. I have it in a dimmer switch because at full power it’s quite bright. Love, love, love it." —Roberta

Price: $529+ (originally $749+; available in three colors)

BuzzFeed Shopping is service journalism first: our writers and editors spend all day shopping so you don’t have to, vetting products, fact-checking brand claims, and surfacing what actually helps in real life. We center readers over revenue, recommend products with authenticity (using real experiences, not ad-speak), and reflect our diverse audience, inclusive of a variety of price points, people, and needs. We cut through fake deals, favor useful info over glossy fluff, and recommend both budget and splurge options with context so you can decide what’s right for you — and still have a little fun along the way.

Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.