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Just because a pumpkin and acorn fairy lights and a pumpkin pie body scrub isn’t essential to your survival doesn’t mean it’s not essential to your autumnal happiness.

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.

Promising review: "Amazing! These puzzles are so fun. It’s nice that they start easy and get harder, so you can get used to the format first, then continue to be challenged as you learn how they work. Fun, visually appealing, and sprinkled with humor. I finished this one in about 1.5 months (of fairly dedicated work) and ordered Volume 2 before I was even done with the first one. It’s a higher price point than many puzzle books, but you get high quality for what you pay." —EN

The best part?? Once you finish this version of "Murdling," you can try a whole BUNCH of other themed Murdle books — PLUS a Murdle board game! 

Get it from Amazon for $11.54 (and check out Volume 2 and Volume 3 if you're in the mood for more murrrrderrr). 

Promising review: "These are super comfortable and true to size. The pumpkin image on them is adorable. I didn't have high expectations for these slippers, honestly, but I was so pleasantly surprised when I got them and found they are actually very high quality. The bottoms are a very lightweight, fully flexible rubber-type material." —Jackie Anne

Get them from Amazon for $11.99 (available in women's sizes 5.5–11.5 and ten styles). 

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: "These are really good and fresh. Not hard like some other types I have had in the past. I will definitely order these again." —danny green

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. 

Promising review: "I love this crop top Halloween sweatshirt! It is a lightweight, good-quality, thin material. The little elbow patch ghosts are adorable! The arm length is perfect, and the color is accurate. It fits true to size. Everyone at work was complimenting my shirt all day on Halloween!" —SeeAirUh

Get it from Amazon for $16.98 (available in women's sizes S–XXL and 19 styles). 

Promising review: "I looooove them! I wanted some cute little fairy lights and something to decorate the bedroom mirror for autumn and create a warm, inviting look, and they are so perfect! Thanks so much!! 🥰." —kiara martinez 

Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in two other styles). 

Promising review: "Every Month Is Oktoberfest is exactly like the original! Love it so much! Always dry fast with a glossy coat!" —beesnacks

"In the bottle, the polish looks dark red, but on, it's a gorgeous dark purple! I have both my finger and toenails done with this. It will especially be a wonderful fall and winter color." —Amy Anderson

Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (available in nine other new OPI fall shades!). 

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

Promising review: "I LOOOOVE this coloring book! So many cute pages and perfect for spooky season. If you love Halloween and coloring cute images, then this is the book for you. Has a variety of pages, and all have the perfect thick lines we all love in coloring books! Add to your cart now!" —Sagrario

Promising review: "10/10!!!!!!! Definitely would make a great fall scent (but I personally don’t mind wearing it any day of the year). A little definitely goes a long way, as do most of the Al-Rehab oils, which is why they’re my favorite. Also for the price!? AMAZING!!!! The apple scent is 100% there! It’s a bit on the musky side and not extremely fruity, which I enjoy. I RECOMMEND!!!" —Ana

Promising review: "Beautiful. It's heavy, not light. I would order it again." —Jeanie

Get it from Amazon for $44.99+ (available in women's sizes S–XL and six colors). 

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 $31.99+ (available in a larger size). 

Promising review: "Very stylish statement shoes, good to wear formally or casually both. Very comfortable to walk or stand for long time. They give a good amount of height if needed." —Khanak Nangia

Get it from Amazon for $41.79 (available in women's sizes 6–11 and seven styles). 

Promising review: "I absolutely fell in love with this body scrub. The scent immediately reminds me of fall — it smells so good without making the experience feel overwhelming. The exfoliating particles are small and feel gentle on my skin. It doesn’t feel harsh or painful when I use it, which I really appreciate. My favorite part is how my skin feels afterward: clean, noticeably soft, smooth, and with that cozy fall scent left behind. I use it about 2–3 times a week, and I especially love pairing it with the Dove Cinnamon Pumpkin Pie body wash. I would definitely get this scrub again." —Dania

Promising review: "These pajama pants are so nice, they are thick but breathable material, and they have some stretch to them also! They run true to size. I would definitely consider ordering another pair!" —Amanda Ross

Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in women's sizes S–XXL and 12 styles). 

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It's my little guy's first Halloween this year, and he LOVESSSSS this book. It has lots of bits for him to gnaw, it's delightfully crinkly, and the colors are so bright and engaging that he loves to let me "read" it to him. It's also so nice and portable to keep in his diaper bag when he needs a little toy to distract him in the stroller or in the car. Never thought I'd be typing this as a new mom, but THANK YOUUUU, Jack Skellington, for keeping my baby from yelling in a moving vehicle!!!! 

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: "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). 

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

Promising review: "Once you solve this puzzle, you will never want a different puzzle… THE ABSOLUTE BEST!!!" —Cindy Loo

Promising review: "I SO hope these don’t shrink!!! SO cute, perfect fit right now. I’m 5’10”, long arms, long torso, and the large fits PERFECTLY oversize!! I will wear ALL the time and have school/team logos embroidered on them. So cute!! Soft, good quality look and feel." —ktzman

There's also 16 grams of protein in there, if you can power through the heat!! 🥵 

Promising review: "My new favorite soup. Big can, big flavor, and it has enough ghost pepper to leave your eyes watering long after you're finished. I'm going to be keeping a case on hand. Campbell's hit a home run with this product." —James Corridan

Get it from Amazon for $3.53 (available in other non-ghostly flavors as well). 

Promising review: "What a beautiful piece! IT'S GORGEOUS!!!! I can't say enough about the quality; the colors are just incredible. It's perfect for your portion of cereal, soup, casserole, mac 'n' cheese, ice cream, or cookies, and you can even put a beverage in it. I thought it was small, it's not large, but it can take a generous helping of whatever you decide to put in it." —Teri Breci

Get it from Amazon for $31.88+  (available in ten styles). 

Promising review: "Tastes like a churro 🤤. These are addictive, so crunchy and sweet. Portion size is perfect, lasts me a few days, but I just snack a little here and there. I feel like I should stock up in case they run out and don't bring this flavor back." —Gabby

UMMMMM I have one of these in pink, and it is so snuggly wuggly woogly wonderful. Whenever I see it at the end of a long day, I am like, "YES, MY FLUFFY KINGDOM." My favorite part is that it's so snuggly that my seven-month-old creature (pictured above) likes to get wrapped in it like a baby burrito, so we can snuggle together. I don't think I have ever touched a blanket so deliciously soft and fluffy in my whole life. 

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). 

Promising review: "I pretty much love all these Epsom salt scents, and this one is no exception. This one has notes of campfire along with a sweet scent, almost like vanilla, but with a more woodsy overtone." —CH

Get it from Amazon for $6.39. (Psst — you can also try the popular "cozy vanilla season" before it sells out for the season!!)

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

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 $14.99+ (available in three colors). 

Promising review: "These bat decorations exceeded my expectations. They are lightweight, easy to fold into a realistic 3D shape, and attach securely to the wall with the included adhesive. The different sizes make it easy to create a fun and spooky display. With 140 pieces, there are plenty to decorate several areas. They look great, are made of durable material, and offer excellent value for the price. I would definitely recommend them for Halloween decorating." —Yani

Get a set of 140 from Amazon for $4.29. 

Promising review: "These are so cute, arrival was very fast. Can't wait for the season to come and use them. Very happy." —Juliany de Leon

Get a set of two 18 x 18 pillow covers from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in six colors and four other sizes). 

Psst — you can also get two 18 x 18 pillow inserts on Amazon for $13.99! 

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 $26.99 (available in women's sizes S–XXL and 20 colors). 

Promising review: "I've already planned on buying my next bag. I was excited to try, as I love sweets 😅 and love cashews. So I figured this would be worth trying.  I sat and ate the whole bag as soon as I opened it. They were absolutely fresh and delicious!! I couldn't get enough of them. They weren't too sweet, honestly, they were just the right amount." —Destiny

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 $12.99 (available in 25 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: "Bandanas were just as described. They look beautiful in person, and the picture is accurate. They fit my Goldens perfectly and are very festive for the fall season." —Amazon Customer

Get a set of two from Amazon for $8.99 (available in three sizes, and also in a Christmas set). 

Promising review: "These are perfect for fall and especially for my Thanksgiving dinner. I am going to get so many compliments that I can’t wait to take credit for these adorable ice molds." —Kathy Dean 

Promising review: "So well made and I've already gotten asked where I got it from delivery drivers and neighbors! The fabric is heavy, and the image is crisp, clean, and easy to read. Added to my regular fall rotation." —Elaina G. 

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