At least once a week — let’s face it, at least once every day — the writers and editors across Refinery29 discuss the latest and greatest products in our lives, from some cool new water bottle that’s been absolutely saving our lives to a state-of-the-art sleep product that’s changed our eight hours for the better. And gatekeeping isn’t in our vocabulary, so we’re here to share the wealth and highlight our favorite products, just for you, each month.
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Susan Devaney, Lifestyle Director
Avid R29 readers will know a few editors on the team joined the Our Place gang many moons ago, me included. So to add to my ever-growing collection, I’ve been trying out both the large and small titanium pans for a few months now. Like other pans from the brand, it’s coating-free and made without PFAS — except, unlike the colourful pans, this one can be popped in the dishwasher. Anything that saves time after a long day has my approval.
Our Place Our Place Titanium Pro Always Pan® Duo, $, available at Our Place
I’m all about finding the wee joys right now. Is there anyone else out there who genuinely enjoys the simple process of making great coffee in the morning? I hear you and I see you, too. This is why I couldn’t be happier about the DeLonghi Rivelia machine entering my life in 2026. (Note: our previous DeLonghi coffee machine lasted many years, so it was a brand I was happy to return to as an investment). It sits neatly on my kitchen counter (I opted for the black colourway) and it’s easy to keep clean, too. Another thing that’s easy about it is operating it day-to-day. It’s not overly complex like other machines and it has a Bean Switch System which means you can simply switch up bean varieties from one coffee to the next, all in the same morning.
DeLonghi Rivelia Automatic Espresso Machine, $, available at DeLonghi
Jacqueline Kilikita, Beauty Director
Sticking one of these grippy sheets to my phone has been a gamechanger for photos and videos. Whether I’m catching up with friends and family or creating content for my social channels, it’s so handy. It sticks to windows — and most flat surfaces — so you can film and take pics while out and about.
Klearlook Sticky Phone Grip, $, available at Amazon
I came across a cute idea on Pinterest where people fill martini glasses to the brim with perfume samples and place them in their downstairs bathrooms so guests can top up during parties. As a beauty director, I have literally hundreds of unused fragrance samples that are gathering dust. While the shape is a little unusual, I love it and I’m using one of these martini glasses to house them.
Waterford Waterford ‘Elegance’ Fine Crystal Martini Glasses, $, available at Nordtrom
I know a kettle isn’t the most exciting thing, but as a tea-drinking Brit, it’s an absolute necessity. My partner and I are moving soon, and I plan to donate all our kitchenware and replace it with nicer pieces. We adored the checkerboard print on this one — a subtle nod to our emo days, but still chic!
MacKenzie-Childs Mocha Check Electric Kettle, $, available at Nordstom
Lisa Dionisio, Newsletter Director
In case you didn’t know, it’s really, really cold in New York right now. The perfect way to combat that? Staying cozy under a heated blanket. This one is perfect and gets nice and warm quickly. It’s super soft with adjustable heat controls and has automatic shut-off feature in case you fall asleep or forget to turn it off. Now someone just needs to invent this in a coat form so I can leave my apartment.
Sunbeam Luxe Microplush Heated Blanket, $, available at Amazon
I can easily spend all my money at MUJI with all the useful home items and travel products they have. My latest purchase is this nylon zippered pouch I’ve been using to organize all the random items that end up at the bottom of my purse—hair ties, contact lenses, lip glosses, eye drops, feminine hygiene neccessities, and more. It’s compact, easy to open and close, and simple to transfer from bag to bag. I also love its clean design with no logos or branding. I bought it in light pink but I want to go back and grab the gray and black versions too.
Muji Wrinkled Nylon Wide-Opening Pouch, $, available at Muji
Lia Tabackman, Senior Social Media Manager
Anyone who’s spent this winter on the East Coast knows it’s been particularly brutal—the kind of cold that seeps into your bones and makes your apartment feel permanently drafty. That’s why I’ve become emotionally dependent on this bathrobe: It’s incredibly soft, noticeably weightier than any other robe I’ve owned, and has a hood that keeps me cocooned and warm from the second I step out of the shower. On nights when the heater in my NYC apartment can’t quite keep up with the cold, I’ve been known to stay wrapped up in it for hours — swaddling myself like a baby as I wait for warmer days.
Between Awards Season and NYFW, winter is one of the busiest times of year for R29 staffers. That’s why keeping my pantry stocked with quick, satisfying meals and snacks is truly non-negotiable — especially on days when I don’t have the time or energy to cook something more elaborate. As a newly minted 30-year-old, I’ve also had to accept that when it comes to quick meals, my body needs more sustenance and nutrients than the boxed mac and cheese I grew up on can offer. Goodles, for this reason, feel heaven sent: a quick-to-make pasta that tastes like childhood nostalgia but delivers significantly more vegetable fiber and protein than the Easy Mac of my youth. As an added bonus, the company donates at least 1% of all products sold to organizations fighting food insecurity — all the more reason to stock up.
Goodles Goodles Variety Pack, $, available at Goodles
My background in journalism has trained me to be skeptical of buzzy, new-age wellness treatments — red light therapy included. But after using the MitoADAPT 4.0 red light panel for the past month, I can honestly say I’m a believer. What stood out to me about the MitoADAPT is its 11 different settings, each designed with specific combinations of red light and near-infrared light. It was the near-infrared component that really caught my attention, since it’s been studied for its potential to help reduce inflammation and swelling. As a social media manager, being chronically online is — for better and for worse — part of the job. I spend hours every day scrolling, typing, editing, and posting, and over time, that repetitive motion has taken a toll on my hands, wrists, and fingers—with pain and stiffness tending to flare up during especially busy weeks. While your results may vary, I’ve genuinely noticed a difference in my pain levels since incorporating red light therapy into my routine. My hands feel less inflamed, and the persistent ache I feel has been reduced since I started using red light regularly. It’s rare that something this hyped on the internet actually delivers — but in this case, my results have left me happily surprised, and excited about the future of red light as another tool for people like me who deal with nagging pain and inflammation.
MitoADAPT MitoADAPT 4.0 Red Light Panel, $, available at MitoADAPT
Victoria Montalti, Associate Fashion Writer
After my Instagram flooded with people trying and hyping up vibration plates, I asked for one for Christmas. And this popular Amazon find quickly became one of my favorite gifts to date because of how much use I’ve gotten out of it already. Without fail, every morning and every night, I take between five and fifteen minutes to use the machine and help ground me. I love doing lymphatic draining techniques, stretching, squatting, doing push ups, or just sitting on the machine at various intensities depending on if I want to feel more relaxed or more energized. Sticking to new routines can be hard for me, but I’ve convinced myself that taking a few minutes to be in touch with my body is worth way more than mindlessly scrolling on my phone in the moments after waking up or going to sleep.
EILISON Vibration Plate Exercise Machine, $, available at Amazon
Raquel Reichard, Deputy Director of Somos
I spend a lot of time in airports, dashing to New York City for a media event or chasing a story out of the country. So when Capital One invited me to experience its new Capital One Landing at LaGuardia Airport, I was curious whether it would actually change the way I move through a terminal.
The Landing at LGA is the second collaboration between Capital One and chef José Andrés (the first debuted at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport), introducing Andrés’ signature Spanish small plates to the airport lounge experience. Located in Terminal B, the LaGuardia space spans approximately 12,500 square feet and feels more like a luxe restaurant than a traditional airport lounge. There’s ceramic tiles, colorful murals, and floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the runway and the Manhattan skyline. But as with any José Andrés concept, the real star is the menu. As a vegan traveler, I devoured traditional pan con tomate, a garbanzo bean salad, zanahorias asadas, and more. Around me, other guests raved about the carne asada, gambas al ajillo, and, of course, the churros con chocolate.
For frequent flyers, the Capital One Landing at LaGuardia makes the often-dreadful in-between time fun and delicious. Travelers with time to spare can enjoy full-table service, ordering via QR code from a menu of tapas, larger plates, wine, beer, and cocktails. But if you’re between tight connections, there’s a tapas bar stocked with ready-made bites and even roving carts circulating with bar snacks, caviar cones, and desserts. Access to Capital One Landing locations, and other Capital One Lounges, comes through the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card or Capital One Venture X Business card, both of which include complimentary entry for the primary cardholder and $45 for each additional guest. But non-cardholders can purchase entry for $90 per visit. As I enter my Mami Stewart era, I’ve been really into making my own sauces to pour over salads, pastas, and plant-based meats or simply to use as a dip for veggies and tostones. But because many of these fresh ingredients are highly perishable and I live alone, I only ever need small batches. Pulling out my full-size blender for a tiny ramekin of dressing just isn’t practical. So I’ve switched to the Vitamix 5-Speed Immersion Blender, and it’s been a game changer. With five variable speeds and a five-foot cord, it’s compact, powerful, and perfect for whipping up just enough without the extra cleanup. Admittedly, I love it so much that I’ve started using it straight in the pot for larger soups and sauces, too.
Crate and Barrel Vitamix 5-Speed Immersion Blender, $, available at Crate and Barrel
We may be having (another!) historic winter freeze in Orlando right now, but I’m more than ready for spring. To set the mood, I’ve been using the Jo Malone London Lilac Lavender & Lovage Diffuser in my bathroom. With notes of soft lilac and airy lavender, its gentle aroma transports me to the fresh, dewy days ahead. But beyond the scent, the elegant porcelain vessel and reed diffusers add a serene, spa-like touch to my space. Still, the best part is that the fragrance (and the feeling it creates) is designed to last for four to five months.
Jo Malone Lilac Lavender & Lovage Diffuser, $, available at Jo Malone
Karina Hoshikawa, Senior Writer
My husband and I both love skiing, and we recently picked up this cute poster print featuring scratch-off icons of 50 top resorts in the country. (One thing about us is that we love home décor with an interactive element.) We’ve scratched off a couple already (he has a home court advantage of growing up within an hour of most Vermont mountains) and love having a living, breathing visual representation of our favorite shared hobby. Plus, it’s already given us loads of inspo for our next wintery trip…
McSenderson Ski Resorts Map, $, available at McSenderson
I recently upgraded my iPad, and decided to upgrade my case along with it. This keyboard flip case is so sleek and chic, and I love how much lighter it is than a full-sized laptop for my work-from-cafe days. It beats any cheap Amazon dupe out of the water with its backlit keys, sturdy construction, and large, multi-touch trackpad. And if you don’t need the keyboard, it snaps right off, allowing you to take notes (or use a digital coloring book, as I’m known to do).
Logitech Combo Touch for iPad, $, available at Logitech
Brooke DeVard Ozaydinli, Chief Content Officer
I’ve started adding some Pedestrian Project Shoe Pillows to nearly every pair of heels I own, and the difference is immediate. Shoes that used to feel unbearable after a few hours suddenly become manageable for a full day out. The foam bounce technology gives just enough cushion at the ball of the foot to take the pressure off without changing the fit of the shoe. It’s one of those small upgrades that completely changes how wearable your favorite heels are.
As a content creator, using the iPhone’s front camera is a huge upgrade in quality but filming without seeing yourself can be tricky. This small magnetic monitor screen solves that instantly. It lets me frame shots properly while still capturing with the better camera, and the result is noticeably sharper, more polished video. It’s become one of those tools that quietly makes content creation much easier.
Neewer Selfie Monitor Screen For iPhone, $, available at NEEWER
Megan Boal, Operations Manager
I bought this little squeeze cube on a whim and now it lives permanently on my desk. It’s the perfect thing to hold during a stressful work meeting. Soft when you press it slowly, satisfyingly firm when you go for it. I catch myself reaching for it almost unconsciously whenever I’m on long calls, and I genuinely feel calmer afterward.
Schylling Schylling NeeDoh Nice Cube, $, available at Amazon
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