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Whether you’re someone who actually likes to cook or your kitchen routine is strictly delivery, one mealtime element diners of multiple persuasions can relate to is a chosen vessel from which they most prefer to nosh. I myself have been a longtime devotee of the bowl. Unlike the common plate, bowls exude casual elegance in a shape that’s tailored to comfortably cradle any food (or non-edible objects) — from cereal to salads, soups to spaghetti, and loose change to spare keys — making them more versatile, spill-proof, and, therefore, safe to take beyond the table. But, the power of the bowl is completely dependent upon proper proportions: if it’s too small and shallow, the likelihood of overflow is high; if it’s too big and deep, you might as well be eating from a serving dish. This brings me to the perfectly shaped iteration I now use for 97.9% of my meals: Fable Home’s The Pasta Bowl.

These bowls seamlessly transition from fancy tablescapes with elevated Italian fare to informal couch sessions with Flamin’ Hot Cheetos.

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Fable Home The Pasta Bowls, $65 (Set Of 4)

If you’re new to Fable: I’d sum up the eco-conscious brand based out of Canada as the organically-shaped tableware you might find gracing the table of that one cool friend with comfortably minimal taste. The product offerings — ethically sourced from creators in Portugal, Belgium, and Japan — include the likes of flatware, linens, drinkware, dinnerware, serving platters, and serving sets, transparently priced starting at $36 and extending up to $440 (for the all-encompassing bundles). Aside from recycled clay materials and soft silhouettes, you can also expect to find soothing understated tones like blush pinks, speckled whites, midnight blues, and dove grays when browsing the brand’s curated collections. But, back to my bowl.

If this bowl was a fictional character, it would be Zoë Kravitz’s Bonnie Carlson in Big Little Lies meets Meryl Streep’s Jane Adler in It’s Complicated.

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Sold in a set of four, The Pasta Bowls are designed in Vancouver and then artisan-crafted from local-Portuguese clay that’s hand-fired in a semi-matte glaze. This translates to a dish that looks and feels smoothly bespoke in the least pretentious, most disarming way possible. If this bowl was a fictional character, it would be Zoë Kravitz’s Bonnie Carlson in Big Little Lies meets Meryl Streep’s Jane Adler in It’s Complicated. Aside from an aesthetic that can make Easy Mac look cooly refined, the real beauty is in the size of the bowls: 8 1/2 inches in diameter, 2 1/4 inches in height, and the ability to hold up to 26 fl oz. (aka more than a few big-ass servings) of your favorite nosh.

They’re delicate in appearance yet substantial in practice; surviving countless dishwasher cycles & careless handling without any chips to show for it.

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Things that I have happily eaten myself and served to satisfied guests (compliments always ensuing) inside these bowls: oatmeal, cereal, scrambled eggs, breakfast sandwiches, lunch sandwiches with sides of chips, soups, stews, endless amounts of pasta, Easy Mac, Thanksgiving leftovers, grain bowls, salads, roasted veggies with chicken, heaps of ketchup-drenched nuggets, popcorn, pie with ice cream, cake with ice cream — the list goes on. These bowls seamlessly transition from fancy tablescapes and elevated Italian fare to informal couch sessions with Flamin’ Hot Cheetos. They’re delicate in appearance yet substantial in practice; surviving countless dishwasher cycles and careless handling without any chips to show for it.

These bowls are an incredible shape. You can use them for everything. So beautiful. Each one is slightly different which makes them so unique.

Jessica, Fable Reviewer

I’m not the only enthusiast of Fable’s Pasta Bowls. With 515 reviews and a 4.9-out-of-5-star rating, customer consensus is that these thoughtfully crafted dishes are both beautiful and functional. One fan, Nikki, wrote: “Pasta Bowls are excellent. They are durable, beautiful, and work perfectly for both formal and casual dining.” Another named Jessica chimed in: “These bowls are an incredible shape. You can use them for everything. So beautiful. Each one is slightly different which makes them so unique.” Reviewer Lindsay T. observed that the bowl “Makes every meal look gourmet,” adding that “anything served in them immediately looks elevated.” Kristy R. joined the compliment chorus, singing: “These are my favorite. I use them for everything and they make me happy every time I reach for them.”

Yes, $65 for a set of four dishes (or $16.25 a pop) is more than your average IKEA, West Elm, or even Crate & Barrel bundle. But, when you factor in Fable’s ethical production methods and sustainable craftsmanship along with the bowls’ unique aesthetic and multi-meal functionality, I’d argue that it’s an investment worth making (for those in the market to make it). Now, excuse me while I sit on the couch, watch the season finale of Yellowjackets, and eat meatballs out of the perfectly shaped bowl in question.

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Somewhere between uttering the final “Happy New Year!” and before “How many days are left in January?” scaries set in, I obtained what can be best described as a comforter (yes, the kind that lives on your bed) with sleeves. How I wound up swaddled in the gentle-yet-secure embrace of this bedding-apparel hybrid creation can be traced back to Casper, the eponymous mattress maker that read the gloomy room and came to our collective rescue with a new sleep-centric collection called Snoozewear. The essential three-piece lineup officially launched this morning, featuring a pair of slippers, a sleep mask, and the aforementioned blanket robe that looks and feels like a legitimate down comforter. Crafted from a 100%-cotton shell that feels baby-blanket soft and stuffed with a 100%-polyfill that verges on cloudlike, the unisex style was designed to allow you “to take the comfort of your bed with you throughout your home” — an intriguing idea in the doldrums of winter, when rising and shining out of my snug sheets feels particularly challenging.

The descriptor “wearable blanket” is one I’m guilty of slinging around lightly when describing oversized, swaddle-y articles of clothing. When I consider what actually wearing a down comforter might feel like, it doesn’t seem all that feasible or pleasant: Would I be able to freely move about in it? Would my arms be swallowed up inside its cushy depths? Would I sweat to death beneath its insulated weight? Would I look like a bonafide blob? In a literal wearable blanket, the answers to these questions are likely yes. But in Casper’s new Snoozewear Blanket Robe? Not quite. If your interest is piqued, find my answers to these burning inquiries below.

Casper Snoozewear Blanket Robe, $169

How did it look and feel IRL?

Before donning the thing and upon opening up the sizable box it was delivered in, I was struck by how rich the color was. In the product photo (see above), the “robe” looks like a flat navy blue; in person, it’s serving a much more dynamic and mood-boosting royal sheen. (It also comes in creamy oat and bright white colorways, too.)

Its weight was surprisingly light for something so plush that covered a substantial area when draped across my California King-size bed. Its material was nuzzle-against-my-cheek smooth with just the right hint of cool crispness you’d expect from a well-made, breathable duvet blanket.

How did it fit?

As soon as I slid it on, I was struck by the impressively tailored-yet-balloon-like fit. The entire silhouette (especially the arms) was cropped in a way that provided surprisingly unencumbered coverage. I was further delighted to discover two very deep pockets to serve as pillowy hand hammocks along with a single blue button that would allow me to further cocoon myself inside its downy embrace. The available size range is Small, Medium, or Large; I went with a Small. For some visual reference on how that fit, see the above picture of me wearing it in contrast with a shot of it absolutely dominating my Cal-King bed.

Is it more of a blanket or more of a robe?

It’s both. (If anything I would call it a kimono-meets-cocoon-coat-meets-Company-Store-comforter hybrid.) It felt distinctly robe-ish as I wore it around the house, and even outside on occasion. It was comfortable in a cozy, snug way, not at all suffocating, and actually — dare I admit it? — cool-looking. When I curled up on the couch, it seemed to transform itself into blanket mode by softly expanding around my frame.

Is it worth $169?

For some likely not, for others maybe so — it all depends on the budget you’re working with and what exactly you’re in the market for. For me, the extra layer of security getting me through the dreary end of January came in the form of a $169 puffy duvet robe. It’s well-made, very snuggly, has a cheerful novelty appeal that looks more cool than cartoonish, and I fully plan on wearing it well into spring.

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While hard-sided rolling luggage is the best option for extended travel, it’s not an ideal bag for shorter trips away where more malleable fabric combined with a toss-over-your-shoulder design allows for unencumbered jaunting around. We’re talking about soft yet all-encompassing weekender bags. For returning R29 readers, it will come as no surprise that the reigning weekender of the top-bought lot is still Lo & Sons’ dependable favorite: The Catalina Deluxe. It’s the AAPI-owned and female-founded brand’s workhorse weekender that’s sustainably crafted from durable organic canvas, equipped with strategic storage, and multi-functional carrying capabilities. Think everything from a separate shoe compartment, adjustable padded messenger strap, and a pass-through sleeve for securing overtop suitcase handles. And it’s currently on sale for 40% off, along with Lo & Sons’ other best-selling travel bags. Below, check out the top five perfect-for-fall styles we recommend scoring while they’re near half-off their usual premium price. You’ll find the popular likes of an editor-approved leather fanny pack, a very chic belt bag, and a crowd-pleasingly adjustable crossbody style — all crafted from a high-quality mix of organic cotton fabrics, recycled poly, and consciously sourced leather.

Lo & Sons The Catalina Deluxe, $215 $129

Best For: Long Weekends

The Hype: 4.8 out of 5 stars and 2,920 reviews

Reviewers Say: “I’ve been looking for a weekend duffel for a while now, and this takes the cake. It is versatile, spacious, stylistic, and has key design features that are really important for flexible traveling. Namely: the bottom zipper compartment, the external opening to slide onto a luggage handle, and the minimalist but perfect internal components. In addition, the construction is superb. I’ve already taken it on five road trips and it shows no signs of wear. Would recommend 100%!” – Lo & Sons Reviewer

Lo & Sons The Bond, $328 $229.60

Best For: Running Errands

The Hype: 4.7 out of 5 stars and 78 reviews

Reviewers Say: “Beautiful bag and design. I’m super petite and have had a hard time finding a great cross-body bag, but I have gotten so many compliments on this bag. The leather is so soft and the bag itself is super spacious — love all of the interior pockets. I also can not say enough nice things about the customer service! I had a very small problem with the strap on my first bag and without question, the company sent me a second bag to choose between and even a return label. I also love to support small, family and Asian-owned businesses! I have recommended Lo & Sons to so many friends and family.” – Lo & Sons Reviewer

Lo & Sons The Waverley 2, $210 $126

Best For: A Night Out

The Hype: 4.8 out of 5 stars and 1,033 reviews

Reviewers Say: “This bag was the MVP of our month-long trip through Southern Europe. Purchased the small size with Saffiano leather and wore it as a belt bag almost every day. Adjusting the larger strap to be a belt bag or crossbody or shoulder bag was very easy. I loved the ability to use it as a clutch for dinners out. It was the perfect size to hold all of our daily essentials — phones, masks, passports, other important cards, and papers, etc. when going through the airport and then I would swap out the passports for sunglasses, hand sanitizer, other small things for exploring various cities.” – Lo & Sons Reviewer

Lo & Sons The Catalina Day Tote, $200 $120

Best For: Day Trips

The Hype: 4.7 out of 5 stars and 106 reviews

Reviewers Say: “I used this little guy for a day trip and it carried everything! Snacks, an extra pair of shoes, and my day-trip essentials. I love how sturdy and sleek it is!” – Lo & Sons Reviewer

Lo & Sons The Pearl, $298 $208.60

Best For: Versatile Travel Purse

The Hype: 4.7 out of 5 stars and 1,290 reviews

Reviewers Say: “I love my new Lo & Sons Pearl/Nappa purse! Long, adjustable, removable shoulder strap for active days, and wrist strap for evening wear. Two zippered pouches for personal items, money, credit cards, licenses, and passport. Perfect pocket for phone, pens, etc., plus room for a pair of glasses. And… a feature I love…a ribbon to attach my keys to the purse but long enough to open my door without detaching the keyring.” – Lo & Sons Reviewer

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There's something about a treehouse that just feels like magic. The whimsical "homes", tangled in branches and leaves, remind us of childhood — complete with endless imaginative adventures. But, as adults, revisiting one of these nostalgic structures no longer needs to look like climbing up the old oak tree at our parent's house and smacking our head on a low-hanging piece of plywood.

With Airbnb's offerings, treehouse dreams can be respite realities. Airbnb surfaces some of its most popular treehouse listings in the world and we've also gone ahead and taken an extra close look at what's out there. And trust us, you can do way more than cram yourself into, and sit inside of, these stunning structures — you can actually eat, sleep, and live in them while social distancing with your significant other or quarantine-crew.

From rustic structures to tropical jungle hideaways (with hot tubs included), the 12 sublime treehouses ahead are brimming with all the magical memories from our most imaginative nostalgic dreams.

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A wise salad sage once said, "a salad is only as sad as its container." Although we'd argue that toppings and dressing play a major role, we can't entirely disagree with the above container sentiment. Because this lunch staple can easily fall into the territory of meal monotony, any little extra oomph of inspiration helps. And just as chic makeup cases go a long way in maintaining our preferred beauty goods, sleek salad containers make us actually want to prep, pack and eat those leafy greens.

So in order to keep our salad game strong, we rounded up the 15 most essential containers for layering, stacking, and toting. The lineup of stainless steel tins, compartmentalized bento boxes, and two-in-one jar options ahead will have you presenting your desk lunches proudly — and, more importantly, will keep your sad salad scaries at bay.

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In a few days, 2020 will be a closed chapter in the book titled Well, That Was A Weird Year. Although most of us are ready to shove that tome to the back of life’s proverbial bookshelf, there are still feel-good memories tucked within its pages that are worth revisiting — times when we lifted each other up from afar, days when we impressed ourselves with new sourdough baking skills, and countless moments in between. When we read between the lines of social distance, hand sanitizer, and our world on remote mode, we see a story of creativity and connectedness. For the purposes of this shoppable roundup, we’ll be looking back from the vantage point of your (anonymous) virtual carts; examining how the purchases of you and your crew shaped shopping trends throughout a defining year. This is the portrait of 2020, as told by the 12 top-bought products that came to define it and (by the transitive property) us in return. Face masks, inflatable pools, and all.

…And then 2020 happened. Pour one out for January’s 1,000+ planners that were purchased by R29 readers just 12 months ago, a time when we juggled bustling social lives and work schedules against an in-person backdrop. But! A new year brings a new promise for plans. And so, we’ll gladly ready ourselves to reclaim every single busy moment that never came to fruition during one long strange year — starting with the most wanted help-me-get-my-shit-together hits, from Anthropologie’s to Amazon’s and Erin Condren’s organizer favorites. Cheers to 2021, may your planners be full and your pen ink ever-flowing.

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2020 or not, February can be a meh month — which makes it a prime period for self-pleasure-boosting activities. But, we really had no idea that investing in our sexual wellness would continue to pay off long past the month’s 29-dreary-day window. Near its end, we found ourselves in the early aughts of the COVID-19 pandemic (aka increasingly stuck at home and increasingly horny). Fast forward to today and R29 readers have now purchased a whopping total of 10,000+ sex toys — with consistent crowd-pleasing favorites like LELO’s SONA Cruise Vibrator, Dame’s iconic Arc G-Spot Vibrator, and Maude’s sell-out status Vibe topping the cart charts. Our team tirelessly covered the onslaught of coronavirus sex-toy sales (yep, that was a thing!), important restocks, and even IRL test runs of the most wanted models. All of this goes to say: the weird year of 2020 saw a sexual-shopping renaissance we’ll gladly take with us into the new year and beyond.

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By this point in time, we’ve tucked away our 2020 social planners, turned on all of our sex toys, and are frantically Googling where the heck to buy hand sanitizer…NOW. In March alone over 3,000 bottles of the stuff were virtually scooped up by R29 readers — who, along the way, discovered hidden-gem formulas offering much more than germ domination. Namely, Pipette’s affordable and aesthetically-pleasing solution infused with soothing skincare ingredients (like squalane and glycerin) plus germ-dominating 65% ethyl alcohol. The good also won a first-ever R29 MVP Awards title for its best in class sanitizing (!).

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Face met non-medical mask and the rest was 2020 history. As the CDC continued to release new updated COVID-19 safety guidelines, face masks quickly went from possibly-maybe unnecessary to absolutely essential in preventing the spread of the coronavirus — and, promptly, close to 20,000 were purchased by R29 readers in the month of April alone. Our team covered every angle of face-mask shopping, from an exhaustive list of where to buy them online to all the tried-and-true top-rated options and even the most stylish iterations money could buy.

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One day we will tell our grandchildren that in 2020 puzzles were SO hot, they became nearly impossible to purchase. The unlikely trend resurgence of the old-fashioned jigsaw dominated the shopping scene this year with such strength that in the span of a mere month and change, over 500 were carted up by R29 readers. Massive retailers across the World Wide Web sold out of their puzzle stock entirely, tiny indie brands devoted to puzzle-making went wildly mainstream, and the no-longer-your-grandma’s-board-game become the hottest gift of 2020.

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The only item tougher to acquire this year than a bottle of hand sanitizer or a puzzle? The inflatable pool. Or, more specifically, Bed Bath & Beyond’s now-infamous Lemon Sunning Pool which was purchased nearly 700 times. The not-so-hot-girl summer of 2020 hit during peak stay-at-home season and a quick fix for sweltering families and singles alike who just wanted to cool the F off was the kiddie pool. Although it may be a bit out of season now, after seeing how quickly these things went when the weather was warm (and how quickly the prices inflated), scoring one for the next sunshine season may be THE move.

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As soon as our faces were starting to adjust to being swaddled in cloth 24/7, sweat entered the equation (and maskne followed suit). To combat this sticky situation, we hunted down the absolute best breathable mask styles we could find — from Uniqlo’s coveted AIRism-fabric mask to Adidas top-bought moisture-wicking face covers — and readers proceeded to cart them all up by the thousands (10,400 to be exact).

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Just as we got our sweaty summer situations figured out, back-to-school season hit, and our lower lumbars were screaming. Readers decided they’d had enough of their sunken-in bed to couch offices and finally pulled the trigger on a proper WFH support system. Nearly 5,000 top-rated desk chairs were purchased in 2020, each marrying reviewer-approved comfort with decor-elevating style — and our once-sore butts have never looked back.

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Although the year of sweatsuits technically began when the pandemic first hit, September marked a notable turning point in which the weather got cooler and our 2020 vision of the new clothing investment came into sharp focus. By this point in time, the “Stay-At Home Wadrobe” had been solidified as soft-and-easy loungewear we could don from morning through night on repeat all week and weekend long. We covered all 360 degrees of loungewear, from the most polished options to crowdsourced outfit inspiration and even every brand’s loungewear revolution that occurred during the 12-month span. In total, nearly 2,000 matching sweatsuits were purchased along with 900 knit loungewear sets. We’d call that one comfy year.

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Believe it or not, 2020 was the year we finally invested in a good mattress — and, all things considered, we believe it! A year spent stuck at home shifted readers’ shopping priorities to purchases that would enhance their space and, in turn, their wellness. And, since in-store bed buying was mostly relegated to online-only, shoppers relied on roundups that provided first-person reviews of top-rated mattresses we actually slept on for 30+ days. The by-far favorite of 2020 for all-around A+ sleep support was Saatva’s Classic Mattress, which was purchased by R29 readers over 400 times. The hybrid style is handcrafted from a dual steel coil-on-coil innerspring support system that’s blended with layers of eco-friendly foam and a cushy-comfort Euro pillow top that our very own R29 reviewer describes as “as close to the future as I’ve seen…I fell asleep immediately. I woke up without the sore back I typically get from beds that are slightly softer than a wooden board.”

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From sourdough starters to magical one-pot meals, 2020 transformed us from takeout to top chef real quick — and one of R29 readers’ most wanted culinary buys was the cult-favorite Always Pan, which they purchased over 1,100 times. The non-toxic, nonstick, all-in-one pan is crafted from partially recycled materials (all ethically sourced from female-owned factory partners) and replaces eight traditional pieces of cookware: 1. A fry pan 2. A sauté pan 3. A steamer 4. A skillet 5. A saucier 6. A saucepan 7. A non-stick pan 7. A spatula 8. A spoon rest. Whether they nabbed it for themselves or ordered it as a trending holiday gift, the top-bought piece of multipurpose cookware was the runaway kitchen favorite by the time November came to a close.

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We bridged the social distance with care packages all throughout the tumultuous year of 2020, but December was peak cheer-shipping season. Readers’ top choice for gifting fell into the food-and-beverage categories — with favorites spanning from Milk Bar’s tin of whimsical cookies (which were purchased over 1,000 times in 2020) to the hot-new Haus’ bespoke bottles of aperitif and the wildcard Omsom’s East-Asian spice sampler (which were both purchased nearly 200 times each in December alone).

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Now, on the eve of 2020’s last dance, here we sit: ready to make new plans, turn on a trusty sex toy, share favorite hand sanitizers, embrace face masks, finish the last piece of that puzzle, dip a toe into an inflatable pool, sweat less, breathe better, sit straighter, feel cozier, sleep more soundly, cook like no one’s watching, and let each other know that, despite all this distance, we’re really more connected than we ever imagined we would be.

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