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Melissa’s Good List 2025
The best feel-good finds of the year, curated with love.
Something I don’t talk about enough is how many no’s it takes to find a single yes for you. As a professional deal hunter and feel-good fashion seeker, I go through so much that never makes the cut. I’m obsessed with finding the pieces that actually elevate your life - not just your closet.
This year’s Good List is filled with beautiful, affordable, genuine yes items… the ones I believe can help you feel more confident, inspired, and connected to the good life you’re building.
I hope you love every bit of it.
xo, Melissa
COZY FASHION
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![Red pajama pants with white bow and ribbon pattern.]()
CUPCAKE & CASHMERE PANT
The ultimate Barefoot Dreams Dupe for a quarter of the price!
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![A tan, fuzzy UGG slipper with a patterned strap across the top, featuring brown, white, and black zigzag designs.]()
UGG MAXI CURLY SLIPPER
Out of all the reviews I did at Nordstrom, these were my number one on the gift guide!
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![Person wearing a pink zip-up hoodie over a white t-shirt, beige pants.]()
ELWOOD UNISEX LOUNGE
When my sister introduced me to this exclusive Nordstrom brand, I fell in love! Try the zip up hoodies!
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![Woman sitting on white block, wearing a cream-colored track suit and sneakers, with one hand on her chin, looking at the camera.]()
OLD NAVY BOUNCE FLEECE
HELLO, Varley Dupes! Don’t sleep on these- they are worth it in every shape and size!
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![A woman wearing a light gray zip-up sweater with a high collar and vertical ribbing, paired with blue leggings.]()
ZELLA HALF-ZIP APRES SWEATER
It’s been awhile since I’ve felt something so high quality from this brand! Put it on your gift list!
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![Beige slip-on shoe with a buckle strap, cork footbed, and black rubber sole.]()
BIRKENSTOCK SHEARLING CLOG
I’ve reviewed them all! This one comes out on top on my 20 point scale for look, feel, price and construction.
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![A woman with long blonde hair wearing a tan layered shearling coat, black top, and blue jeans, smiling against a plain background.]()
TIME AND TRU SHEARLING VEST
Is that Max Mara you’re wearing?! Yeah, it’s really that good. xo
There’s nothing I’ve found (even those that are five times this price) as good as this comforter. It’s a cotton that feels as luxurious as down - and doesn’t require any duvet on top. It sleeps cool and warm at the same time, stays fluffy, and is a family favorite in my house!
HOME
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![A close-up of a hanging bunch of green fern leaves against a white background.]()
QUINCE HOLIDAY GARLAND
I promised you I would find the dupe for the $200+ holiday garland! This one is full and feels real to the touch!
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![Decorated wooden fireplace mantel with green pine garland, white candles in gold holders, and a Christmas wreath with lights on a green wall.]()
GARLAND WITH LIGHTS
Could this one be an even better dupe for the viral holiday garland out there?
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![Round container with a wooden lid labeled 'Holiday Berry,' part of the Sand + Fog holiday scented candle collection inspired by California coast.]()
SAND AND FOG CANDLE
For years this has been my go-to find for a dupe Anthropologie version. The price and scent are worth it!
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![A clear glass mason jar with embossed floral and leaf patterns, a handle on the side, a wooden lid, and a clear straw, filled with water.]()
PIONEER WOMAN DRINKWARE
For less than $5, this entire collection is a must grab! I bought everyone in the family one of these sippers.
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![A lit scented candle labeled 'Balsam Fir Quince' on a wooden surface, surrounded by gold decorative ornaments in a shallow dish, with a decorative wall mirror and green foliage in the background.]()
QUINCE LUXURY CANDLE
This is one of Quince’s best-selling items of all time. I highly recommend the holiday scents. They burn clean!
BEST GIFTS OF THE YEAR
The Super Blazer
Glow Stick in Nectar
The Ultimate White Button Down (ALO)
Extra Large Sherpa Bag - So GOOD!
REVOLVE 25 Days of Beauty
Italian Leather Handwoven Pouch
The wear everywhere Gucci
Use Code MELISSA20 for 20% off
STYLE
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![Woman in a sleeveless, beige, rib-knit maxi dress with beige shoes, standing against a plain light background.]()
COTTON CASHMERE DRESS
This dress is smooth, soft, comfortable and is as easy to wear on its own as it is to layer.
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![Pair of vintage gold-tone earrings with a crown and oval shape, decorated with small amber-colored rhinestones.]()
KURT GEIGER EARRINGS
There’s something about the tone of the metal on these that had me buy them immediately - these don’t disappoint!
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![A confident woman with dark brown hair, wearing a black top, black jeans, and a purple leather blazer, standing with hands on hips in front of a minimalist background with green palm leaves.]()
THE BE LOVED BLAZER
This is the absolute most versatile, comfortable, go-everywhere blazer -designed by me, for you!
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![Person wearing light blue flare jeans and a black oversized t-shirt, standing against a plain wall.]()
GOOD AMERICAN SOFT TECH DENIM
This pair of jeans is currently my #1 favorite and will continue to be. Save your money on the pricier pairs - try these!
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![A woman with curly hair wearing sunglasses, a denim jacket, a white top, dark jeans, and black high heels, sitting in a confident pose.]()
DARK DENIM SHIRT DUPE
For as many “no’s” I find at Old Navy, there’s one strong YES! This dark denim is rigid, high quality, thick, and looks great on everyone.
WINNER FOR BEST BEAUTY OF THE YEAR!
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![Open compact bronzer with matte finish in a rose gold case, with black lid labeled 'it | BYE BYE BORNS bronzer'.]()
IT COSMETIC BRONZER
This is a favorite brand of mine - and I love the pigment and soft glow I get from this bronzer!
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![A pink makeup palette with six eyeshadows and blushes, some with embossed labels, inside a pink and sparkly case.]()
CHARLOTTE TILBURY PALETTE
Who doesn’t love one-and-down makeup that requires little fuss and a guaranteed finished look? I love this palette for that reason.
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![A tube of Tinted Live Hueguard SPF 50 mineral sunscreen with skin tint, standing upright on a black background.]()
LIVE TINTED FOUNDATION
I have been testing foundations for the past 6 months and this one came out as number one! In fact, I had to chase down my color (8) in multiple stores so I’m not the only one!
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![A bottle of NYX Smooth Whip matte lip cream with the applicator wand extended, showing the soft, fluffy applicator tip.]()
NYX SMOOTH WHIP MATTE LIP
I’ve talked about this product a few times now, I love how smooth and long lasting it is. Try color Kitty!
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![Tube of Supergoop! Glow Screen sunscreen with SPF 40 alongside a beige makeup sponge.]()
SUPERGOOP! GLOW SCREEN
Some people use primer AND highlighter AND bronzer AND foundation. Other people just use this. :) It’s my secret weapon - one and done!
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![Westman Atelier beauty stick with a swatch of light beige foundation or concealer above it.]()
WESTMAN ATELIER STICKS
I highly, HIGHLY recommend any one of Gucci Westman’s glow sticks. There’s quality beyond any other brand with her products. This one is my absolute fav!
