30 Decadent Red Velvet Recipes

Veronica Thompson
Dec 22, 2013

If you’re looking at this article, then chances are that you understand our love of this bright red sweet! Well, you’re in the right place, we’ve found all things red velvet, from brownies to doughnuts, pancakes to cookies, you name it, you’ll find it here. So if you’re not already enjoying our Red Velvet Cookies or our mini red velvet cheesecakes, watch the red dye (or beets!) fly and try to keep your mouth from watering too much!

1. Red Velvet Waffles: Who says you can’t have dessert for breakfast? These red velvet waffles are a bright burst of color for a decadent morning. (via Cake and Allie)

2. Red Velvet Crepes: Ooh la la! These thin little crepes will make you rethink the way you eat red velvet. Bon Appétit! (via Chef in Training)

3. Red Velvet Doughnuts: We all have a soft spot for doughnuts, so is it any wonder that someone’s made a fluffy red velvet version? (via Celebrations)

4. Red Velvet Brownies: Soft and creamy, these dense little brownies are a mouthwatering treat that packs tons of flavor into every bite. (via Newlyweds Blog)

5. Peppermint Red Velvet Cookies: Merry and bright, bright red that is! These cookies are decorated with a peppermint Hershey kiss! (via Cooking Classy)

6. Red Velvet Pumpkin Muffins: Want all the luxuriousness of red velvet but in a healthier package? Try these fabulous red velvet pumpkin muffins! (via No Thanks To Cake)

7. Red Velvet Cake Batter Dip: Remember Dunk-a-roos? Why not make your own grown up cookie dip! (via Peanut Butter and Peppers)

8. Red Velvet Hot Chocolate: Creamy, sweet, and oh so perfect for a cold day. This is a hot cocoa to savor. (via Brit + Co)

9. Mini Red Velvet Bundt Cakes: When you need a petite treat for dinner guests, try making them these sweet little bundts. (via Overtime Cook)

10. Red Velvet Cream Cheese Cupcakes: These rich little cupcakes mix two much loved desserts red velvet and cheesecake. All in portable cupcake form! (via Lick the Bowl Good)

11. Red Velvet Cake Batter Bark: This bark is a perfectly delicious and low maintenance treat. (via Budget Gourmet Mom)

12. Red Velvet Cheesecake Milkshake: The Red Velvet Milkshake has been stepped up a notch with this rich milkshake full of cheesecake! (via The Novice Chef)

13. Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies: Dense and soft brownie on the bottom with a cheesecake layer on top! (via Two Tiny Kitchens)

14. Red Velvet Pancakes: Mmmm Pancakes! A brunch favorite gets a red velvet makeover. (via Cooking Classy)

15. Red Velvet Cheesecake: This full-sized cheesecake is a jaw-dropping addition to any dinner. Bring it to the table and watch people’s jaws drop. (via Betty Crocker)

16. Red Velvet Cookies with White Chocolate Chips: If you give a mouse a cookie… It should really be one of these! (via Whipperberry)

17. Red Velvet Whoopie Pies: These tasty delights are like a handheld cake! Bet you can’t eat just one. (via Oven Love)

18. Red Velvet Cake: A totally classic and truly amazing red velvet cake for all your cake cravings. (via Food 52)

19. Marbled Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies: The visual appeal of these brownies almost tops their tastiness! (via Novice Chef)

20. Red Velvet Vader Cakes: Get ready to geek out! These Vader cakes will bring you over to the dark side by mixing red velvet and brownies. (via Pure ImaJennation)

21. Red Velvet Cake Sandwiches: Little slices of cake make irresistible red velvet sandwiches. (via Sugar and Spice, Wonderful Life)

22. Natural Red Velvet Cake: Looking for an all-natural way to achieve bright reds in your baking this holiday? The secret dye? Beets, of course! Give this natural red velvet cake a shot. (via Las Recetas de la Felicidad)

23. Red Velvet Cheesecake Truffles: These rich little truffles are sort of like cake pops on a sugar rush. Watch out — you may just eat them all. (via Beantown Baker)

24. Red Velvet Nutella “Cinnamon” Rolls: We love this unique take on cinnamon rolls! Added bonus, it has Nutella in it! (via Yammie’s Noshery)

25. Red Velvet, Cream and Strawberry Parfaits: This recipe is like a personal sized trifle at every plate! Fresh fruit really makes this dish sing. (via Curry and Comfort)

26. Red Velvet Muffin: Love the idea of a red velvet muffin but want to try it without the pumpkin? We’ve got a recipe for that! (via Dinners Dishes and Desserts)

27. Heritage Red Velvet Cake: Red velvet takes the cake! This gorgeous layer cake has cake crumbs sprinkled on top to give it a fluffy look. (via Sprinkle Bakes)

28. Red Velvet Cookies with Cream Cheese Filling: Transform those plain red velvet cookies into a cookie sandwich. Trust us, you’ll thank us for it. (via Your Cup of Cake)

29. Red Velvet Triple Stacked Cupcake: It’s time to redesign the cupcake! If you like frosting you’ll love this frosting heavy cupcake! (via Betty Crocker)

30. Red Velvet and Chocolate Ganache Bites with Tutti Dolci: These little bites are sure to impress and look cute to boot! They’d look perfect on a table full of desserts. (via Crunchy Creamy Sweet)

What’s your go-to way to serve red velvet cake? And how do you think blue velvet stacks up? ;) Tell us in the comments!

40 Decadent And Diet-Friendly Healthy Desserts To Indulge In

You've been putting in extra hours at the gym, guzzling plenty of water and eating healthy all week, but then nighttime rolls around and your craving for something sweet hits hard. The thing is, you don't have to tell your sweet tooth to "just chill" and deprive yourself completely. After all, sweet treats are what make the world go 'round. It's possible to still indulge in dessert without eating something *totally* unhealthy that'll also leave you feeling groggy.

Here are 40 healthy desserts that you'll go absolutely crazy over!

Brit + Co

Lebanese Rice Pudding

This rice pudding recipe features rosewater, orange blossom water, and pistachios for a light, well-rounded flavor that we can't get enough of. You won't be able to either! If you've never made rice pudding before, then this easy recipe is the perfect way to practice.

Brit + Co

Easy Brownie Cake Pops With Sprinkles

Healthy desserts don't have to be boring or tasteless. Swap your go-to milk chocolate for dark chocolate with this recipe, which is full of antioxidants and can even lower your blood pressure. To make it even healthier, swap the coconut sugar for honey, or add a drizzle of the golden stuff right on top.

Skinny Taste

No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie

This super easy no-bake dessert combines peanut butter, fat-free whipped cream, and reduced fat cream cheese in a sweet graham cracker crust. After you pour in all the ingredients, drizzle a little chocolate syrup on top and prep yourself a slice.

Julia's Album

Peach and Blueberry Greek Yogurt Cake

Made with fresh blueberries, peaches, and lightened up with creamy Greek yogurt, this cake is perfect for breakfast, brunch or dessert. Just make sure you finish it within the first two days (it’s a little too moist on day three), which shouldn’t be a problem because it’s *so* good.

Half Baked Harvest

No-Fuss Healthy Coconut Tart

This easy dessert sits atop a crunchy crust crafted from cashews, coconut flakes, dates, and cinnamon. The filling compliments the outer in the most perfect way!

Diethood

Creamy Ricotta Cannoli

If you thought you had to give up cannolis just because you’re trying to watch your calories, think again. The shells in this recipe are completely baked (instead of partially fried like in classic versions). We told you'll love reaching for healthy desserts!

Two Spoons

Healthy Vegan Matcha Cheesecake

Gluten-free, refined sugar-free, vegan, and no-cake, this cheesecake does it all – including providing a caffeine boost from matcha powder.

Cooking Classy

Chocolate Fruit Dip

If you’re going to eat a big plate of fruit, you might as well have something chocolatey and delicious to dip it in! This cream cheese and cocoa powder-based treat will have you craving fresh fruit like never before.

The Endless Meal

Healthy Cranberry Coffee Cake

Greet your mornings (or late nights) with this oat-filled coffee cake. While being healthy, it still fulfills all the best textures and tastes.

Running With Spoons

Dark Chocolate Cheesecake Bars

Now you can have dessert and seconds. These decadent dark chocolate bars come together entirely in the food processor and are ready to eat in an hour. Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks, if they somehow manage to last that long. 😗

Chocolate and Carrots

Skinny Cookie Dough Popsicles

Not even ice cream is off limits – if you choose the right recipe. In this one, sweet chocolate chip cookie dough is sandwiched between layers of non-fat honey Greek yogurt to bring you a healthy dessert that is both light and satisfying.

Rachel Mansfield

Fruit and Veggie Freezie Pops

This recipe takes one of your fave nostalgic snacks and health-ifies them, packing each popsicle tube with fruits and veggies that won't make you crash like sugar will.

Easy as Apple Pie

Low Fat Apple Cake Healthy Dessert Idea

With only 116 calories per slice, and absolutely *no* butter or oil in the batter, this cake is a healthy dessert dream come true. Sprinkle with powdered sugar right before serving for a touch of extra sweetness to complement the tart green apples.

The Edgy Veg

Frozen Vegan Yogurt Bark

Yogurt bark is painfully easy to make, and the best part about it is you can customize the sweetness level, using honey or maple syrup, then pile on your favorite fruits for one of the most delicious healthy desserts you'll ever eat. 🍓

Live Eat Learn

Healthy Date Shake

Dates make this shake a whole lot healthier than ice cream additions would, but still make this sip taste totally like dessert.

Sally's Baking Addiction

Skinny Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars

While these may look and taste like a diet deal-breaker, there are actually only 128 calories in each cheesecake bar. Greek yogurt and reduced-fat cream cheese are key in keeping these dessert bites on the lighter side... without sacrificing on the creamy, tasty flavor.

Give Recipe

Cinnamon Baked Pears

All you need is half an hour to bake these sweetened pears to perfection, and a generous dollop of clotted cream to top everything off, in the best way.

Munching with Mariyah

The Best Healthy Peanut Butter Cups

It's like Reese's, but healthier! These healthy, mini-sized desserts are made in a muffin tin or mold to form the classic cup shape.

Carlsbad Cravings

Frozen Fruit Skewers

Munching on frozen fruit is a *great* way to cater to your sweet tooth. Drizzle on a bit of semi-sweet chocolate and freeze for a grab-and-go dessert, anytime the craving calls!

Bran Appetit

Whole Wheat Chocolate Cake Donuts

Yes, even donuts can be lightened up. This recipe calls for whole wheat flower, almond milk, ground flax seed and a scrumptious powdered sugar vanilla glaze – all forming your new favorite after-dinner snack. So grab a glass of that almond milk, and start dunking.

Chelsea's Messy Apron

Greek Yogurt Banana and Oat Bread

This healthy banana bread won’t leave you feeling bloated and heavy afterward. Greek yogurt acts as a lighter, healthier replacement for butter and oil in the batter, and the chocolate chunks make the bread taste indulgent instead of a total sacrifice.

Munching with Mariyah

Healthy Vegan Twix Bars

So you're telling us we can chow down on our favorite candy bars without totally feeling yuck?! 😵💫 These vegan-ified Twix bars are the perfect end-of-the-night dessert snack.

Sweet and Savory

Classic Pavlova

This meringue-based dessert is light and airy, and looks so good your friends will be lining up for a slice (and seconds!) Top with fresh fruit and powdered sugar and you’re ready to eat.

The Girl on Bloor

Healthy Edible Cookie Dough

Coconut oil, oat flour, maple syrup, vanilla, salt, and of course, chocolate chips combine in a single bowl to form a heavenly edible cookie dough our child selves have *always* dreamed of. This is one of those healthy desserts that we have to have every month!

Chocolate Covered Katie

Chocolate Pudding

There’s a time and place for avocados (guac, anyone?) but this chocolate pudding is not one of them. Instead, this pudding is lightened up with coconut milk and your favorite no-calorie sweetener.

Salt & Lavender

Pumpkin Pie Popsicles

Get *all* the health benefits from pumpkin without having to eat it in boring form. These frozen treats make Greek yogurt and pumpkin partner up for a totally yummy (and cooling) bite.

Mel's Kitchen Cafe

Heavenly Blueberry and Cream Dessert

Heavenly is the *absolute* right word to describe this dessert. Use a store-bought angel food cake to save yourself some time, then layer it with homemade whipped cream and fresh blueberries. Stick the completed trifle in the fridge for the next two hours while it chills.

Pink Owl Kitchen

Healthy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Because who could ever say no to PB and chocolate? Certainly not us!

Lovely Little Kitchen

Cream Cheese Lemon Coffee Cake

Skip the calorie-laden slice of coffee cake and go with this lighter lemon version instead. The crumbly topping and tangy flavor will leave you wanting more, and that’s one craving you *can* give in to.

A Spicy Perspective

Gluten-Free Healthy Vegan Fruit Pizza

Fruit meets a creamy, sweet cream cheese filling in this vegan dessert. Plus, it gives you the opportunity to eat the whole rainbow – while still feeling healthy as ever. (via A Spicy Perspective)

Most Hungry

BAKED PLANTAINS

Sweet, caramelized, and oh-so-easy to make, they're the guilt-free treat that proves healthy can be downright delicious.

Salt and Lavender

PUMPKIN CHIA PUDDING

Pumpkin Chia Pudding is the fall-flavored upgrade your dessert game needs. It's a creamy, dreamy dance of pumpkin spice and everything nice.

Two Peas & Their Pod

Healthy Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

Moist, decadent, and sneakily packed with veggies, they're the ultimate guilt-free indulgence. Get ready to redefine your relationship with chocolate – it's one of the healthy desserts you'll love savoring.

Gastroplant

Roasted Peaches With Vegan Ice Cream and Granola

It's like a peach cobbler, but without the guilt trip. Your sweet tooth will thank you.

A Virtual Vegan

No Bake Chocolate Cake

Perfect for those moments when you crave a slice of heaven but don't want to turn up the heat. Go ahead, treat yourself!

Averie Cooks

Key Lime Meringue Pie

Talk about light and fluffy! This key lime pie is the one thing that won't give guests cavities during Thanksgiving because it's "not too tart, not too sweet" according to Averie.

No Eggs or Ham

Plant-Based Strawberry Marshmallow Cookies

What's soft and absolutely decadent? These plant-based cookies, that's what! They take 45 minutes to bake and require everything from Melt Organic vegan butter to freeze dried strawberries to create the chewiest sweets you'll taste during the holidays.

Feel Good Foodie

Chocolate Peppermint Bark

The holidays aren't complete without peppermint bark being on the menu. Everyone of all ages can enjoy this sweet and minty treat without spoiling their appetites.

Culinary Hill

Fruitcake Cookies

We've found the recipe that will make fruitcake lovers go wild! Ingredients like candied cherries, figs, walnut, and light brown sugar all add up to make 40 cookies with this recipe.

The Endless Meal

Cookie Dough Cake Pops

Keep it really light and simple with these cookie dough cake pops. They're 100% eggless and count as no-bake treats!

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OMG We're Getting A Fleetwood Mac Documentary — & It's AUTHORIZED By The Band

Fleetwood Mac lovers, it's officially our time to shine! Apple TV+ just announced they're releasing a brand new documentary that's actually authorized by the band themselves — so you KNOW it's gonna be good. I'm sure we all have plenty of ideas about whatwent down between this rumour-saddled band (I mean I'll never stop thinking about that performance of "Silver Springs"), but now we'll finally get an in-depth look at it all...and hopefully know what actually happened! While this all sounds a LOT like the plot of Daisy Jones & The Six, I know I'm excited to learn even more about such a beloved IRL band.

Here's everything you should know about the upcoming Fleetwood Mac documentary!

What is the new Fleetwood Mac documentary about?

Fleetwood Mac is officially sitting down to tell their own story, giving us a "fully authorized" documentary, according to Apple. Director Frank Marshall says, “This will be a film about the music and the people who created it.”

The film follows Fleetwood Mac's 50 year history, starting in 1974 when the band first met and winding through their many career highs and lows. Not only will we get exclusive interviews from the band, but we'll also get never-before-seen footage and archival interviews from Christine McVie.

Marshall says, "I am fascinated by how this incredible story of enormous musical achievement came about. Fleetwood Mac somehow managed to merge their often chaotic and almost operatic personal lives into their own tale in real-time, which then became legend. This will be a film about the music and the people who created it.”

The documentary is currently untitled, but TBH who cares what it's called? I just can't wait to watch!

Who will be featured in the new Fleetwood Mac documentary?

Apple TV+

This documentary will feature interviews from Mick Fleetwood, John McVie, Christine McVie, Lindsey Buckingham, and Stevie Nicks.

When does the Fleetwood Mac documentary come out?

There isn't an official release date yet, but it truly can't come out soon enough!

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20 Easy No-Bake Thanksgiving Desserts To Give Your Oven A Break

Whether your kitchen is equipped with a teeny 18-inch range or magnificent double ovens (can we come over???), somehow it always seems to be operating at capacity come the holidays. While some things are non-negotiable when it comes to getting a bit of heat, dessert doesn't have to be one of them. This collection of 20 easy Thanksgiving desserts will save the day, allowing you to serve up something sweet without breaking a sweat. That way, you can focus on what really matters: spending time with the people you love. From tasty cakes to pretty pies, you'll love all the no-bake options available to choose from.

Half Baked Harvest

Fudgy Peanut Butter Ice Cream Cake

Chocolate lovers won't be able to get enough of this delicious ice cream cake. It balances salty and sweet *perfectly* and on top of the fact that it tastes great, it looks just as amazing. (via Half Baked Harvest for Brit + Co)

Brit + Co

Oreo Turkey Pops

This is a great easy Thanksgiving dessert to get your guests involved in. Simply set up an activity station to kick off the festivities, and by the end of the night, their Oreo turkeys will be ready to shake their tail feathers. (via Brit + Co)

Brit + Co

Pumpkin Ice Cream Tart with Speculoos Crust

We totally recommend that you keep a few of these tarts in your freezer at all times. Simply pop them out of their molds and top with a spoonful of whipped cream and sprinkle of pecans as needed. (via Brit + Co)

Brit + Co

White Chocolate Pumpkin Mousse

Ease your day-of Thanksgiving dessert prep with this delish prepared-ahead mousse. (via Brit + Co)

Spicy Southern Kitchen

Coconut-Pumpkin Chiffon Pie

The contrasting textures offered by a chewy coconut crust, silky pumpkin filling, and fluffy whipped cream topping make for one decadent pie. (via Spicy Southern Kitchen)

Diethood

Pumpkin Mousse Ice Box Cake

It’s almost hard to believe that this gorgeous layered creation requires no baking at all. (via Diethood)

The Real Food Dietitians

4-Ingredient Scotcheroo Bites

The only thing you'll need to fire up for this easy Thanksgiving dessert is your stovetop, to make the melty chocolate topping. Otherwise, this recipe is super painless and oh-so tasty. (via The Real Food Dietitians)

Shared Appetite

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Trifle

You'll need to pull out your skillet for this (mostly no-bake) easy Thanksgiving dessert recipe. Trust that the sautéed cinnamon-sugar apples that result will be totally worth it. (via Shared Appetite)

Slim Pickin's Kitchen

Bailey's & Coffee No-Bake Pots de Crème

With only five ingredients, these spiked custard cups can be thrown together in a jiffy. (via Slim Pickin's Kitchen)

White on Rice Couple

Fluffy Cranberry Pie

The pretty pink hue of this pie is bound to elicit a few oohs and aahs from Thanksgiving party-goers. Thankfully, the flavor lives up to the hype! (via White on Rice Couple)

The Edgy Veg

Vegan No-Bake Cookies

Packed with oats, nut butter, shredded coconut, and sunflower seeds, these no-bake cookies are a great healthy option for your easy Thanksgiving desserts. (via The Edgy Veg)

Life With the Crust Cut Off

No-Bake Pumpkin Gingersnap Cheesecakes

Five minutes of prep, four flavor-packed ingredients. We're sold. (via Life With the Crust Cut Off)

Life, Love and Sugar

Caramel Apple Trifles

Fans of cinnamon and caramel — and let’s face it, everyone else for that matter — will swoon over these eight-layer trifles. This is already one beautiful dish, but the fact it's a no-bake Thanksgiving dessert makes us love it even more. (via Life, Love and Sugar)

Forks Over Knives

Vegan Cranberry Pear Tart

An abundance of fruit and nuts goes into making this beautiful, just-sweet-enough fall tart. (via Forks Over Knives)

Belle Vie

Caramel Apple Cookie Dough Bars

Cookie dough fanatics will go wild for these bars flecked with fresh apple chunks and cinnamon chips. (via Belle Vie)

Earthly Provisions

No-Bake Edible Cookie Dough Bites

With a total of 7 ingredients and 10 minutes to make 'em, these bite-sized cookie dough balls make the ultimate Thanksgiving dessert that everyone will be reaching for over and over again. (via Earthly Provisions)

The Recipe Rebel

Caramel Apple-Golden Oreo Icebox Cake

What’s not to love about cream-filled cookies, cheesecake, and caramel apple goodness coming together in one easy make-ahead dessert? (via The Recipe Rebel)

Dessert for Two

Easy Pumpkin Tiramisu

For something that sounds and looks so fancy, tiramisu is actually a snap to prepare. We’re talking only fifteen minutes of prep (plus a few hours to chill). (via Dessert for Two)

Sweet + Savory

Chai Latte No-Bake Mini Cheesecakes

Not only are these chai-spiced treats no-bake, but lining your muffin tin makes them also practically cleanup-free. (via Sweet + Savory)

Vanilla and Bean

No-Bake Peanut Butter Bars

This easy Thanksgiving dessert looks so stunning, it'll fool everyone into thinking you spent way more time on it than you actually did. (via Vanilla and Bean)

We hope these easy Thanksgiving desserts have saved you some time in your holiday plans this year! Make sure to join our newsletter for more recipe inspiration and check out the B+C Baking Bundle of online courses for more ideas!

This post has been updated with additional reporting by Meredith Holser.

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13 Epic Fantasy Books To Escape With This Winter

Nothing pairs better with cold weather than cozying up with a new book — especially if it's a fantasy. Enjoy the weather from the window and escape into pages full of far-off realms and magic kingdoms. Whether you’re in the mood for dark magic, ancient curses, mythical adventures, or dragon slaying quests, these page turning fantasy reads will transport you far from the everyday. Light a candle, grab a blanket and settle into a cozy spot to lose yourself in a captivating fantasy book this winter.

Scroll to see the most exciting fantasy books to read this winter!

Amazon

The Last One by Rachel Howzell Hall

Kai awakens in a desolate land of disease and beasts void of memories to explain who she is or how she arrived. In pursuit of the Sea of Devour before things worsen, she is offered help from an unbelievably skilled, but equally as annoying blacksmith. In the kingdom of Vinevridth, where there is more to people than what meets the eye, Kai’s questions multiply, particularly about the blacksmith whose secrets may be deadly.

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The Serpent and The Wolf by Rebecca Robinson

Shaped by a lifetime of training, Vaasa Kozár is a force to be reckoned with. Following the death of her mother, Vaasa inherits the same dark magic that claimed her and now feels death’s shadow looming. Her ruthless brother, seeing Vaasa as a threat to his crown, schemes to ensure her death will be the catalyst to war by marrying her off to a cruel foreign leader. Determined to survive, Vaasa finds herself presented with a nearly irresistible deal: her freedom and control over her dark magic for helping her husband's quest for power. But with everything at stake, she’s trapped between trust and an arrangement that starts to feel unexpectedly real.

Amazon

Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros

With nearly eighteen months of training at Basgiath War College behind her, Violet Sorrengail realizes that the time for preparation has ended. Battle has begun, trust is scarce, and enemies linger in every direction. Determined to protect her dragons, her home, and everyone she loves, Violet embarks on an arduous journey in search of allies to stand alongside Navarre, bearing a heavy secret. The kind of secret that threatens to ruin everything. The pressure mounts and a deadly storm takes shape, but only Violet can find the truth.

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Warrior of Legend by Kendare Blake

The price of becoming an Aristene is high, and now Reed bears the title of a Glorious Death, guiding heroes who exchanged their lives for glory. She buries herself in these duties, harvesting heroes tirelessly to try and distance herself from the memories of the prince she left behind. Summoned to guide a princess to a glorious marriage, Lyonene offers Reed a chance to take the place of the hero who isn’t fated to die. The mission turns out to be anything but simple. Familiar faces reappear, an old enemy threatening the Aristine, and the prince she loves, Hestion, a suitor of the princess. Loyalty is broken, death strikes, and Reed wonders how much more she can sacrifice to save her sisters and herself.

Amazon

The Last Dragon of East by Katrina Kwan

Leading a relatively quiet life, twenty-five-year-old Sai manages the family tea house while caring for his sick mother, though his side job is a bit less traditional. He is a matchmaker, a career foraged from his gift to see the red threads of fate that connect soulmates. He has only ever seen his thread as gray and frayed, but a pair of dragon scales claimed by the family doctor to be a miracle cure, change everything. Sai’s once average life of ignoring past-due notices, is replaced with magical and mortal adventures.

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Gentlest of Wild Things by Sarah Underwood

Desire is more than just a feeling on the island of Zakynthos; it’s love itself, bottled and sold at the highest price by the power seeking Leandros, descendant of the god Eros. Eirene and her twin sister Phoebe have avoided its lure, until Leandros interest turns to Phoebe as his next bride. Eirene strikes a deal to keep her sister safe: complete four detailed tasks and Leandros bride will have to marry someone else. It’s apparent to Eirene that something larger is at play and it has to do with Desire and Lamia, Leandros’s locked away daughter. Lamia, longing for the taste of freedom, builds a bond with Eirene but the cost of freedom is bloody when something deadly stalks the night.

Amazon

The Witch of Wol Sin Lake by Lena Jeong

With the Netherking sent into the Deep, Mirae’s queendom is saved, but not without consequence. Her older brother Minho is possessed and tormented by the Netherking in the Deep and in an effort to save him, Mirae will be faced with an impossible decision. Now the Netherking possesses the powerful pearl of Seolla and as Mirae races through time with her divine powers she uncovers truths that shake her trust in faith and the future. Mirae must decide how far she is willing to go because to defeat the Netherking will take a sacrifice she may be unwilling to bear.

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Mistress of Lies by K. M. Enright

Shan LeClaire, born of a powerful, but disgraced Blood Worker, has revenge on her mind. Her first step for vengeance is paved to save her brother and ends in the assassination of her father, now replacing him as head of the family. Samuel Hutchinson, gifted but reluctant, falls deeply into the world of magic after discovering the victim of a magical serial killer. Tasked by the Eternal King to catch the killer, Samuel’s path begins to converge with Shan and Isaac, a mysterious Royal Blood Worker. Entangled in Shan’s dangerous web of desire and deception, he must decide if his nation’s safety is worth the cost of his soul.

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A Tribute of Fireby Sariah Wilson

Every year, Ilion sacrifices two Locrian maidens to an earth goddess in a ritual that hasn't seen a survivor for a millennium. This year, Princess Lia is one of the hunted, along with her untrained sister Quynh. Navigating the labyrinthine streets, endless decisions, and dead ends Lia finds herself cautiously enamored with Jason, an Ilionian sailor. The pressure is on Lia to survive and break the curse, saving every young woman from having to walk the same path.

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The Rose Bargain by Sasha Peyton Smith

Ivy Benton lives in England where one bargain is given to every citizen by their immortal fae queen. Exchanging a memory or taste for beauty or talent to attract a suitor is the expectation for elite young women. Except this year's debut season features the ultimate prize, Prince Bram, the fae queen's son. Winning the competition for his heart could free her sister from a destructive bargain and save her family from ruin. But every fae deal has a sinister plot, and life as she knows it may never be the same.

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The Fury of the Gods by John Gwynne

Varg has earned his spot as an accepted member of the Bloodsworn, but his greatest challenge lies ahead: slaying a dragon. In Snakavik, Elvar battles for control and faces the impossible task of taming a wolf god. Biórr’s bloodthirsty warband moves north and Guðvarr works to achieve Lik-Rifa’s favor. All roads lead to Snakavik where the final battle will show the true fury of the gods.

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A Language of Dragons by S.F. Williamson

Viv has a handful of plans. She is going to follow the rules, get a summer internship studying dragon languages and protect her sister from the dangers of Third Class. But midnight strikes and Viv’s effort to free one dragon has ignited a civil war. Whether her family returns home or they all die rests on Viv after she is brought to Bletchley Park as a codebreaker. Viv begins to see that the peace treaty binding human and dragon societies is corrupt and she may be the key to exposing it all.

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S(Kin) by Ibi Zoboi

Every new moon, fifteen-year-old Marisol sheds her skin and transforms into a fireball witch, sustaining her own life by feeding on others. Brooklyn’s bright lights and bolted doors make this no easy task, and she longs to break free from this place, old traditions, and her mother. Meanwhile, seventeen-year-old Genevieve is facing her own struggles with a skin condition and the chaos of her newly born siblings. A new nanny reveals a family secret and a connection to Marisol, and Gen stumbles on answers to unasked questions. As the girls’ paths intertwine, they discover that the magic they share may have more consequences to the relationships around them than any ancient magic.

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48 Bougie Gift Ideas Your Fanciest Friends Will Love

You've got at least one fancy friend on your list. You know the friend we're talking about, that friend who loves the luxurious things in life. This friend isn't snooty, but they know what they like, and what they like is fancy. It can feel intimidating to buy those friends something truly spectacular, something they're going to love and use, but it's not impossible. We've rounded up some of our favorite fancy, luxury finds. The friend on your list who loves bougie is going to love the thoughtful and high-quality gifts you pick for them from this handcrafted list.

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These Sling-back Shoes Are Elevated Elegance

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There's at least one person on your list who needs these beautiful sling-back shoes. These flats are comfortable, elegant, stylish, and work with practically anything in a luxurious closet.

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This LEGO Set Is Quite Possibly the Fanciest One Out There

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Not only is the LEGO set itself fancy, but the LEGO set is a Corvette, and it doesn't get much fancier than that. The classic car is fun to put together and looks elegant as a piece of funky decor.

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Unwind and Relax With This Weighted Blanket

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If you have someone on your list who needs a bit of stress relief, this fantastic weighted blanket is a must. This blanket is comfortable, cozy, and won't get too toasty but will keep you warm.

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Relax With a Bathtub Caddy

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Elevate bath-time indulgence with a bathtub caddy. This elegant addition to their self-care routine keeps everything within arm's reach, from their book or tablet to their favorite glass of wine.

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Fancy Dog Lovers Will Love This Stroller

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If the luxury lover in your life also loves their dog, this doggy stroller is the perfect gift for them. With this tool, they can cart their favorite furry friend all around, no matter what the weather's like.

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This Heater Keeps Them Cozy Outside

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Keep your fancy friends warm and toasty even when they're outside in the dead of winter. This space heater is a luxurious way to help your friend create the most welcoming atmosphere for their next backyard party.

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Embrace the Vintage With This Typewriter

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This typewriter is quite romantic. The beautiful machine is hardworking, sturdy, and works like a charm. Create poems or craft stories on this gorgeous tool; it is the perfect gift for the artsy person on your list.

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This Air Fryer Does It All and Then Some

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Just because your friend is fancy doesn't mean they eat fancy. This air fryer is the fanciest way for them to be as lazy as possible, with eleven different cooking settings for quick, mess-free meals.

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Give the Gift of Music With This Amazing Turntable

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This awesome turntable is a fully automatic dream that helps the recipient create a cool, music-filled space. The sleek, beautiful design makes it a great addition to any room of their house.

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Bougie Kids Will Love This Awesome Gadget

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The Toniebox is a fun way to keep the kids engaged and entertained without a screen being involved. The awesome tool gets a kid's imagination moving and opens up worlds to them.

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This Towel Bucket Makes Bathtime Luxurious

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This amazing towel warming bucket is the best way to create the most luxurious experience possible. This gadget is the sort of thing that no one else would think to buy themselves, which is why it's the perfect gift!

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This Is the Ultimate Adventuring Camera

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This Kodak camera was designed with adventurers in mind. This brilliant tool is dustproof, shockproof, and water-resistant, made for standing up to anything your adventures throw at them.

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These Adidas Gazelle Sneakers Are Stunning

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The internet can't get enough of this latest colorway from Adidas. The Gazelle sneakers have been super hot lately and this new gorgeous colorway provides for all sorts of incredible styling opportunities.

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Get Bright, Clean Teeth With This Water Flosser

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This brilliant water flosser takes out all the pain and discomfort that comes with string floss. No more hurting your gums, but you don't have to sacrifice on a high-quality, deep clean.

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These Aloe vera Face Masks Are the Ideal Pampering Treat

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Pick up these firming sheet masks to complete your giftee’s spa nights. These masks are designed to revitalize and rejuvenate the skin, thanks to their natural formula of organic aloe vera and a blend of amino acids, hyaluronic acid, and arginine. Each pack comes with five pieces.

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These Running Headphones Stay Put

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The best thing about these brilliant running headphones is that they're designed to stay in place no matter how much you run. The bone conduction speakers give you a high-quality sound every time.

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An Oasis Of Relaxation With This Shower Bomb

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Transform your daily shower into a spa retreat with this Shower Bomb, the ideal gift for those who appreciate moments of relaxation and rejuvenation. This Shower Bomb infuses your shower with soothing scents and a refreshing ambiance, turning your routine into a wellness experience. Whether it's for a self-care enthusiast, a fitness fanatic, or someone who simply enjoys the gift of serene moments, this Shower Bomb is the ultimate gift that ensures your shower becomes an oasis of relaxation.

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The Theragun Massager Gets Deep Into Knots

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Don't worry about knots and stiffness when you've got this portable Theragun massager. This makes a great gift for the gym rat on your list who loves to focus on their post-workout recovery.

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Get High Quality Prints With This Portable Photo Printer

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This brilliant photo printer allows the recipient to instantly print all of those captured precious memories. The high-quality prints are bold, saturated, and look like they're professionally done.

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The Hatch Restore 2 Is a Dream Come True

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Make their waking and sleeping routines as easy and comfortable as possible. The Hatch Restore 2 is a great addition to daily routines, helping nourish the person you love at every point of their day.

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The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 Offer Incredible Quality

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Give the gift of incredible, portable audio with this pair of Google Pixel Buds Pro 2. The amazing headphones connect seamlessly to all your favorite products and give a balanced, bold sound.

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This Amazing Pasta Maker Makes Life Easy

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Make fresh, tasty pasta in seconds with this amazing Philips pasta maker. This tool is a great buy for the amateur chef in your life who loves to try new and different creations whenever they can.

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Stay Healthy With the Fitbit Sense 2

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If someone on your list is all about staying healthy, the Fitbit Sense 2 was made for them. This tool is a great way for them to stay on top of all their essential stats, including sleep, exercise, and heart rate.

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This Setup Is Great for for Little Ones

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This one might not seem luxurious, but it definitely is. This coveted wooden playset is a great buy for kiddos, keeping them entertained, engaged, and learning all about hand-eye coordination.

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This Cusinart Set Has Everything You Need and More

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Gift your friend with absolutely everything their kitchen could need with this awesome Cuisinart cooking set. The stainless steel collection is oven-safe and suitable for all types of stovetops.

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Keep It Smart With This Dehumidifier

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This brilliant dehumidifier is smart, allowing you to keep track of it wherever you go. This tool is a great buy for the busy parents or packed household in your life, taking one extra thing off their plate.

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The Marshall Emberton II Provides Amazing Sound Quality

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Get up to 30 hours of playtime on this powerful, gorgeous speaker. The stylish tool looks fantastic on any shelf and gives any room a clear, crisp sound that fills any room in seconds.

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This LEGO Set Is a Surprisingly Fun Gift

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This LEGO set isn't just fun; it makes a beautiful piece of decor for your home. It's a great gift for the fancy music lover in your life.

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Make Your VR Experience as Realistic as Possible With This Tool

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This awesome gadget helps you to keep track of everything while you're in the VR world. This tool helps to immerse you more fully in the VR world, making it a great gift for the gamer in your life.

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Keep the Whole Family on Track With the Echo Hub

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The Echo Hub is a great gift for you or for the entire family. This awesome tool helps you to keep track of everything going on and keeps the whole family attached with the touch of a button.

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This Ninja Lets You Smoke Without the Smoke

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This Ninja griddle and grill allows you to gift the delicious flavor of smokey food without the actual, annoying smoke. The tool is easy to use and a great gift for the amateur chef in your life.

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This Set of Disney Princesses Is Perfect for Your Princess

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It might not seem wildly luxurious, but an entire pack of all the Disney Princesses? That's a super luxurious gift for the kiddo in your life. Break it apart and share it with all the kiddos in your life, or gift it as a whole.

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This Bouncer Is a Luxury for New Parents

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The new parents in your life are going to adore this bouncing chair. This awesome piece is a great way to keep your little one entertained and excited while helping them learn to stand at the same time.

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Fight Against the Signs of Aging With This Cream

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This luxurious cream is a brilliant way to give your skin deep and lasting hydration. This makes a great gift for anyone in your life who's worried about those beautiful fine lines and wrinkles.

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This Spin Mop Gets Deep Into the Cracks and Crevices

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This brilliant Bissel spin mop works hard to get into all the built-up gunk and mess on any floor, no matter how dirty. This tool is a brilliant buy for the busy, bustling families you know and love.

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The Internet Is Obessed With These Boots

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These UGG boots are a viral sensation. The slight lift, coupled with the cozy faux fur lining, makes them an instant hit, keeping feet warm, cushioned, and stylish throughout the year.

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This Thomas Set Gives You Hours of Entertainment

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This awesome Thomas the Train Engine set is a great way to keep your little one entertained for years to come. The set is a great way for them to enjoy their favorite toy in a new and fun way.

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This Luggage Set Was Made for the Jetsetter

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If you've got a fancy frequent flier on your list, then this luggage set is a life-saver. This hardshell set has a TSA-approved lock, plenty of storage, and even a USB charger to keep you ready to go.

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This Logitech Set Is Perfectly Dreamy

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Add a touch of coziness and beauty to your favorite gamer's setup. This Logitech set is also a great option for the work-from-homer in your life, bringing a touch of cloudy dreaminess to the room.

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This Barn Coat Is Sturdy and Stylish

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Gift this barn coat to the most stylish person on your holiday gift list. This jacket is cozy and built to last and offers a timeless and beautiful silhouette, shape, and color that's always on-trend.

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Make Delicious Espresso in an Instant

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This espresso press helps you to create delicious, well-balanced, tasty coffee no matter where you go. This tool is a great gift for the traveler in your life who just can't compromise on quality coffee.

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Take the Cold Plunge With This Tub

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This brilliant ice bath is such an unexpected gift. The health guru in your life is going to feel seen and cared for when you gift them this incredibly bougie, incredibly trendy gift they'll use every day.

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Unwind and Destress With This Heated Massager

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This heated massage tool is an amazing gift for the busy mom in your life. They can kick their feet up and let this machine do the work of releasing tension and offering deep, lasting relief.

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A Gel Sleeping Mask for Hydrated, Clear Skin

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This gel sleeping mask refreshes, hydrates, and refines pores while you get your beauty sleep. This is a mask that delivers visible results. One reviewer says, "My skin is glowing & hydrated better than anything else I've ever used. The smell is wonderful! Unfortunately, I've gotten very skeptical & cynical about products that promise you so many wonderful things but never seem to live up to those promises... However, this product really does do what is advertised, and I'm so happy with the results!"

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Down-Alternative Pillows to Guarantee a Good Night’s Sleep

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Made with a hypoallergenic down-alternative filling and a breathable cotton cover, these pillows ensure no more tossing and turning. The medium-firm support caters to all sleep positions, ensuring that whether you're a side sleeper or back snoozer, you wake up feeling refreshed and ready to take on the day.

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Pamper and Refresh Your Skin with Botanical Soap

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The Australian botanical soap bars are a luxurious choice for your skincare routine. With its exquisite blend of natural ingredients, rich lather, and enchanting botanical scent, every shower becomes a spa-worthy experience.

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Don't Forget A Spritz Of This OUAI Perfume Every Morning

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Smell good, feel good and look good everytime you spray a spritz of this OUAI perfume on to yourself. This everyday fragrance will give you that clean and fresh scent that will last you all day and night. This fragrance is safe to be used on both your skin and hair, allowing you to apply this elegant scent on to all parts of your body.

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Light This Candle and Take a Trip Down Memory Lane

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Capture the essence of home with Homesick's scented candles. Whether you're longing for the smell of Texas with hints of leather, pine, and lemon or another beloved place, these candles are crafted with input from locals to authentically evoke the scent of specific locations. There's a fragrance for everyone, no matter where you're from, making it a perfect way to warm up your home this fall.

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