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You can’t be caught in an autumnal frolic without your new itty bitty skeleton night-light or your beloved new pumpkin chai body lotion.

As a Senior Shopping Writer at BuzzFeed, I specialize in a broad range of topics, including beauty, cleaning, fashion, personal care, home, fitness, and my beloved “TikTok made me buy it.” My work has been featured across lifestyle and writing publications during my ten years in the digital media space, including Bustle, HuffPost, HelloGiggles, and The Washington Post.

Okay, I'm gonna get real here: I typically don't love pumpkin scents or anything that runs on the "sweeter" side. But this Pumpkin Chai body lotion is the holy grail of pumpkin scents. It is somehow rich, warm, and light at the same time, and so perfectly balanced that the sweetness feels more like a top note than an overwhelming one. It smells strangely nostalgic?? Like, it smells like autumn personified, if all the best, most delicious, most cozy parts of it got combined. I am so picky that I was expecting to tolerate this at best, but I am going to mourn it deeply when pumpkin season is over!! And as always, this stuff packs a hydrating punch. My knees were super raw and dry for reasons unknown, but after putting this on twice a day for three days, they're good as new, and I'm not randomly itching them anymore. 

Check out a TikTok of the swinging ghost in action. 

Promising review: "I can see why this went viral! So cute, easy to put up and adjust as needed. It’s bright enough to be seen from far away but not obnoxious." —KC

Get it from Amazon for $47.99+ (available in a larger size). 

Promising review: "Good value. It’s perfect. Great size. Fits the characters to a T." —Flaggirl 0710

Promising review: "It's a beautiful light nude coloring on the lips. It smells delicious and keeps my lips moisturized. It's not sticky, and I love the chunky applicator. I'll definitely be repurchasing. Maybe try the other scents as well. Good quality." —Kbabe

Get it from Amazon for $8.73 (available in three other flavors). 

Promising review: "This Mrs. Meyer's Fall Leaves hand soap instantly transports me to a crisp autumn day — leaves crunching underfoot, a warm breeze through the trees, and the comforting scent of home. The fragrance is earthy yet inviting, like wrapping your hands in a cozy flannel blanket after raking leaves with the kids. It doesn’t just smell good — it feels good. The soap lathers beautifully, rinses clean, and leaves my hands soft without that dry, tight feeling. It’s not just soap — it’s a seasonal ritual. I’ll be buying this every autumn." —Duke of Westfall St. 

Get it from Amazon for $4.88 (also available in two other scents and different sizes, including the iconic Acorn Spice scent 🐿️, which comes in a three-pack!). 

Promising review: "I love these! Halloween is my favorite holiday, and these are a great subtle way to show some Halloween flair. They are a bit higher than your average ankle sock, which I think is great and allows the design to show well. They’re the perfect thickness." —Carly Bee 

Get a set of five from Amazon for $13.89 (available in three other styles). 

Psst — reviewers mention stocking up on these because they're SUPER cheap on Amazon, and hard to find in stores! 

Promising review: "Love the taste. I put it on everything. Ribs, pork chops, chicken, even burgers. They all tasted great." —Judy

Promising review (for the pumpkins): "Love these. Super cute, nice material, came super fast, and great price! Will buy more." —Jessicka K. 

Promising review (for the ghosts): "These pillows are so soft!!! Adorable little sheet ghosts are the vibe this year for sure! I will more than likely buy another set." —Jessica Harris 

Get it from Amazon: the two pumpkin pillow covers for $8.49 (available in five sizes and six sets) and the two ghost pillow covers for $8.99 for a pack of two (available in five sizes and seven colors). 

Psst — you can also get two 18 x 18 pillow inserts on Amazon for $12.99! 

Check out a TikTok of the Slipsticks in action. 

I *jumped* on this because I'm a huge fan of Clinique's Black Honey line — I'm wearing the Mauve Mentality shade that's meant to be an alternative to the $25 Nude Honey above! I love the consistency of this and the lightweight, buildable color. It's the perfect "keep this by the door/in a purse" lip tint that goes well with pretty much any outfit, since it's in that genre of "no makeup makeup." My only complaint is that you have to be careful not to twist it too high up, since the formula is kind of melty and makes it hard to twist back down. But otherwise this is an EXCELLENT everyday lippie to have in your arsenal!! 

Promising review: "Love these. Sheer, pigmented, but buildable, and don't feel heavy or thick or sticky like Wet 'N Wild lip oils do. I love that it's available in a stick option." —catina m. claytor

Get it from Amazon for $10  (available in 11 shades). 

Promising review: "Oh my goodness, not only does this product work well on cooked-on crud on your pans or plates found in the kids' rooms, but it smells fantastic! The Apple scent is like a fresh Granny Smith apple — a true apple scent. I just love this scent and have made it a Subscribe & Save regular, as I can't find it in my local store. Wonderful scent in a wonderful product!" —Tiffany A. 

Promising review: "Pretty, bright, lightweight flannel shirts. This is NOT a heavyweight or bulky shirt. This is very light, but perfect for a cool autumn evening. The colors are perfect. Vibrant plaids. I have two now and will probably buy more." —karen

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in women's sizes S–XXL and 20 colors). 

Promising review: "It smells amazing, and tastes like a sweet pumpkin pie. Heavenly and intoxicating. Definitely a keeper for me." —Ani

Get a set of three from Amazon for $4.49. 

I bought these on Prime Day, which is the only day I will buy leggings because I hate wearing leggings with a burning passion. My "I'm not like other girls" bit is that, for some reason, I am always more comfortable in jeans than leggings. BUT NOT THESE!!! They slide on. The fabric is so lightweight and breathable that it feels like a whisper. The band is so deceptively comfortable that sometimes I'm like, "Am I still wearing them??" I use them to run outdoors because that is the only circumstance I'll wear leggings, and I'm happy to report that after several washes, they are durable and compressive enough to withstand workouts. They would be excellent for lounging if I weren't wired in this odd anti-legging way. I have already bought two more pairs and made my friends buy them, too. 

Promising review: "Super comfy. I usually don’t write reviews, but I tried these first before buying Lulu, and these are the most comfortable leggings for everyday and even for workouts. Highly recommended!" —Criselle Johnson

Get them from Amazon for $28 (available in women's sizes XXS–XXL, two inseams, and 21 styles). 

Promising review: "This candle smells amazing, and it lasts a long time. I light candles all of the time, and this one lasts for weeks. The fragrance is subtle yet very cozy." —Alyssa

Promising review: "I absolutely love the Ugg Kirkwood throw blanket. It is unbelievably soft and cozy with a high-quality feel you notice right away. It arrives packaged really nicely, so it would make for the perfect gift. The weight is perfect, and it looks really nice on my couch or bed. It has held up well with no shedding and has quickly become my favorite blanket for relaxing. Definitely worth it for the comfort and quality." —Mika Fox

Get it from Amazon for $98 (available in 11 styles). 

Check out all of the cult-favorite Magic Puzzles here for more fun options! 

Promising review: "This guy is adorable for my daughter’s Halloween room. Not enough light to read by, but a perfect night-light decoration." —Angela Weeden

Promising review: "So comfortable and true to size. Would recommend these shoes for anyone looking for something easy to wear and durable for inside or outside wear." —Rita McClain

Get it from Amazon for $59.90 (available in women's sizes 5.5–11 and eight colors). 

Promising review: "Love this for my dog. She loves a pup cup so obviously I had to get her a Starbucks toy! Very durable and I get so many funny comments on her toy! Absolutely obsessed with this." —Cindy Sparco

Promising review: "I loved the kits! Very easy to assemble the easels. The painting is beautiful, and all of the colors, brushes, and assembly parts were there. I’ll definitely consider them again for my next painting event." —ChayilD

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in 25 other styles). 

Promising review: "So adorable and comfortable. I love the built-in slip and the pockets. This dress can be dressed up with fancy shoes and jewelry, or worn casually with ease. Love it!" —Melanie 

Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in women's sizes S–XXL and nine styles). 

Promising review: "Feeling how soft the Squishmallow kids' toys are, I decided to try out the pillow for sleeping since I have yet to find the right pillow. This pillow is the best I've come across — perfect amount of head support and super comfortable. Even the provided pillow cases are soft and inviting." —TAP

Get a set of two (plus pillowcases!) from Amazon for $49.99. 

Check out a TikTok of Murdle in action. 

The best part?? Once you finish "Murdling," you can use your sleuthing skills on Volume 2, Volume 3, and a whole BUNCH of other themed Murdle books — PLUS a Murdle board game and a book of Murdoku!!! 

Promising review: "The puzzles are a lot of fun, but the characters, story lines, and other details take the Murdle experience to another level. I have no idea how the author came up with all of this creativeness! You can Murdle solo or with friends. I look forward to future volumes, but this one will keep me busy for awhile!" —Liz Gately

Promising review (for the truck): "Great Lego set to add to your Halloween decor." —Shelley 

Get them from Amazon: the Halloween wreath for $39.99 and the truck for $14.95. 

Promising review: "Absolutely love these. I work with boilers, so I am rough with my hands and these last. Also, if I happen to pop one off, I can pop another back on in seconds. The glue is very strong, and they come off so easily with the same brand removal oil. They are so quick to put on, I get a beautiful set of nails in under 15 minutes. Great value for the money. I like the thickness as they are not bulky, but definitely not thin. The color is stunning! I have purchased about seven different sets, as well as the toenails. Highly recommend." —Lynn

GUESS WHAT, they also have an entire line of NFL nails for fall!! You're welcome. 

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in dozens of other styles for fall and Halloween!). 

Promising review: "This stuff is like fall in a spray! I’m walking around like the commercial! Spraying it everywhere!" —Hippiesoul4evr

Promising review: "It works!! This works great for hot or cold beverages. Frees a hand when I am carrying a fast-food takeout order." —deb

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in three styles). 

Promising review: "This is so good I'm gonna try to make my own. I've had apple butter before, but the addition of caramel to it is something truly dreamy. It's very sweet, as is regular apple butter because of the concentrated nature of the product. Definitely a 'use sparingly' type product. I'm using it in a cookie recipe so it'll be perfect. This is really, really good. Yum." —AmazonShopper 

Get it from Amazon for $14.95 (available in four other flavors, including maple pumpkin butter!). 

Promising review: "Perfect. So cute and sturdy for my headphones, I love it." —Yaneliz

Silver Buffalo is a small business that specializes in pop culture–themed home goods. 

Promising review: "My mug came in yesterday and I love it! It’s sturdy, it’s a nice size, and the colors are vibrant. So glad I decided to get it!" —Naya Jackson

Check out a TikTok of the Ugg Classic Micro Boots in action. 

If my feet could write love songs, they would have penned a Billboard hit for these boots. I am obsessed with them in the cooler months. They are SO so so so so so so so comfortable. I walk around five miles a day and these hold up beautifully and feel amazing the entire time. They also style so well with jeans and leggings that when I have "ah, what shoes do I wear with this??" indecision, the Uggs win out every time. Also, they hit SO different when I was pregnant — getting to put these on my feet was one of my main motivators for getting out the door in the third trimester, and they were also so lovely for easing back into activity postpartum! 

Get them from Ugg for $140 (available in women's sizes 5–12 and seven colors). 

Promising review: "The illustration style immediately grabbed my attention. I bought it for my toddler but could have just as well bought it for myself. My son loves the book even though I got it after Halloween. He seems to like Halloween imagery and we've read it frequently this December. His favorite letter is B for boo as he likes to scare us all the time." —BlueCactus31

Mellow is a small business that specializes in sleep products. 

Promising review: "I absolutely love my Mellow Sleep quilt! It feels incredibly soft, smooth, and luxurious against the skin, while still being wonderfully light and comfortable. The quality is excellent, from the beautiful fabric to the neat stitching and thoughtful design. It gives my bed such a clean, cozy, hotel-like feel and makes bedtime something I genuinely look forward to. This quilt is perfect for anyone who wants their bedding to feel soft, breathable, and premium. I’m extremely happy with my purchase and would highly recommend Mellow Sleep to anyone looking to upgrade their sleep experience. Definitely 5 stars!" —Betty

Get it from Amazon for $139.99+ (available in Twin—Cal King and four colors). 

Promising review: "Best-tasting cookie ever. These are so delicious. I wish they were sold all year long. The best cookies I have ever tasted. My only complaint is that there should be more cookies in the package." —Linda Wyatt

Get it from Amazon for $5.79 (available in three other flavors). 

Demi's Colouring Corner is a UK-based business run by Demi, a mother of two who loves all things horror and coloring. 

Another psst — you can pick up a cult-fave colored pencil set on Amazon! 

Promising review: "This book is a must-have for horror lovers. So many adorable renditions of classic and newer horror movies that are a blast to color. I like the simple style because it allows me to add my own flair and techniques like a lot of the popular 'cozy' coloring books nowadays. I so hope this artist does a second version because I plan to finish every single picture in this book!" —AyemmeJay 

Promising review: "I absolutely adore this umbrella! The canopy is stylish and I'm fond of the bat design inside. It's lightweight yet appears to be quite sturdy. It's compact, just the right size, and can comfortably accommodate two people. Definitely worth purchasing." —Mary Grace

According to Johns Hopkins, you may want to avoid diffusing oils around larger groups and young children because of the side effects of different oils. You may also want to avoid using an oil diffuser around pets with breathing problems, according to the ASPCA.

Promising review: "This is the most beautiful and calming aromatherapy oil diffuser I have seen. This is incredibly easy to use and features various timer buttons that can be shut off at your discretion. I love to watch its realistic 'flame' effect. The scent emits wonderfully. It also looks beautiful in my home. This was a great value for the price and great quality." —Amanda

Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in six styles). 

Promising review: "I have had this straw topper for only two days and have already received so many compliments from friends and individuals at the gym. I find it great that you get four toppers for such a good price, but these are such good quality that I don't imagine they will break easily. The ghost is the perfect size, doesn't look too big on the straw, and really grips onto the straw! I am someone who likes to celebrate spooky season all year, so these are perfect!!" —Marina 

Get a set of four from Amazon for $5.99. 

Promising review: "Bought these to replace some knockoff Doc Martens I had before, because they are versatile with many outfits — especially this past fall and winter. So far these have been comfortable, great during winter at work and at home, and while a little stiff at first they do get some flexibility over time. They are not a soft, pliable fake leather. It’s pretty straight. So if that’s what you’re looking for these are great!" —Valerie Mills

Get it from Amazon for $34.29 (available in women's sizes 5.5–10 and four styles). 

Promising review: "I love this pumpkin. Good quality, very soft, and looks great for fall decor. Great buy." —Tom

Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in orange and cream).

Promising review: "Got these for my 2-year-old and 5-year-old to use as night-lights, they are obsessed with putting a new drawing on them every night!" —Taylor Broadwater 

Get it from Amazon for $7.19+ (available as a ghost or a pumpkin). 

Promising review: "A very thick, long scarf. Warm, bundled up around your ears. I've been getting compliments left and right — my coworker even asked for one for her birthday, so I have to make another purchase. I love the warmth of it." —Davona Dunns

Get it from Amazon for $10.99 (available in six styles). 

Promising review: "This brings so much cheer to my home. It’s so pretty, tasteful, and well-made. The quality is great, and it’s so easy to use or reuse time and time again." —Michelle Daschner 

Promising review: "The material is very thick and so soft! The color is beautiful, I can't wait to wear it for fall/winter." —FP Customer

Get it from Free People for $108 (available in women's sizes XS–XL and six colors). 

Promising review: "This tea was a nice splurge. It's worth treating yourself to it at least once. I had never tried it, and I love Earl Grey, and oh my goodness.. It's SO good! The whiskey/vanilla flavor is very much a bourbon cask flavor, but doesn't overpower the tea. Earl Grey is still very front and center. It's so well crafted. The tea was well sealed and fresh. Highly recommend." —Melissa G

Promising review: "The sweater is extremely comfortable and high quality, and the color selections were awesome. I chose the cognac color, which is kind of a taupe-ish brownish color. Bought it to match some khaki boots, and the match was terrific. The pockets are nice. The sweater is roomy. The sleeves are a good length. The thickness is perfect for warmth without being overly bulky. I really like this sweater and will order more colors." —Alana Mohacsi

Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in women's sizes XS–XL and 29 styles). 

These are safe for the oven, microwave, and dishwasher! 

Promising review: "I love this pretty pot. I use it for dipping sauce and a melting pot, and keep it on the stove for decor. I love showing it off when people ask me where I get it from." —Sandra L. 

Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in four colors). 

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