If you were along for the e-commerce ride in October, you witnessed three major sale events appear out of thin air: Amazon’s Early Access Sale, Target’s Early Black Friday Sale, and Wayfair’s Way Day 2.0. But according to our anonymous shopping data, when readers weren’t hunting down limited-time discounts these past 30 days, they scored viral Anthropologie holiday dresses, orgasmic vibrators, rich-girl perfumes, and…Covid antigen tests?
Let’s take a walk through memory lane with the top-bought 29 products on Refinery29 in October. Based on our readers’ shopping interests, this seemingly spooky month was actually wholesome, cozy, and practical (re: the aforementioned at-home Covid tests). Earring back replacements piqued interest, wool socks raised eyebrows, and stick vacuums pulled focus. The most frivolous item on this list might be the mini alcohol advent calendar — and even then, we think that’s a pretty practical purchase. Despite its utilitarian nature, this list is nowhere near boring. Check out 29 useful (at least by Refinery29 shopping team standards) reader favorites, ahead.
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Tracy’s Dog OG Pro 2 Clitoral Sucking Vibrator
Our sex writer Charlotte Lewis circled back to Tracy Dog’s revamped OG Pro 2 (she tried the original not too long ago) and was blown away once again. She writes, “Despite my Tracy’s Dog experience, I was not prepared for what the stronger suction function would feel like. It blew me away within seconds.” Oh, and we scored you 15% off with the exclusive discount code R2915 from now until November 10.
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Tracy’s Dog OG Pro2 Clitoral Sucking Vibrator, $, available at
Caslon Miller Water Resistant Chelsea Boot
Caslon’s Chelsea boots enter our top-bought anonymous data chart every fall, which is simply a testament to their timeless nature. People adore the shoe for its protective lug sole, water-resistant fabric, and classic design.
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Caslon Miller Water Resistant Chelsea Boot, $, available at
Mighty Patch The Original
Readers (and the R29 shopping team) added hydrocolloid pimple patches aplenty to their Amazon Early Access Sale carts last month. Most likely because they were 20% off. But, hey, they’re worth it even at their regular price.
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Mighty Patch Original, $, available at Amazon
iHealth Covid-19 Antigen Rapid Test
Flu season equals Covid-19 scares, and Covid-19 scares mean at-home antigen rapid tests. iHealth’s two-pack has 140,000-plus five-star ratings and provides results in just 15 minutes. Readers made it an October best seller while it was $5 off during Amazon’s Early Access Sale.
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iHealth COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test, $, available at Amazon
Mr. Coffee Mug Warmer
Do you take your AC unit out of the window or leave it in for the winter? Bottom line is temperatures are dropping, and our morning coffees are now cooling down at an alarming rate. Keep your mug warm and toasty with Mr. Coffee’s nifty cup heater (which still has its Amazon Early Access Sale price tag).
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Mr. Coffee Mug Warmer, $, available at Amazon
Caraway Non-Stick Ceramic-Coated, Mini Fry Pan & Sauce Pan Duo
Caraway recently downsized its internet-famous cookware set, literally, to an 8-inch fry pan and a 7-inch sauce pan. If not for yourself, this set makes for an excellent holiday gift.
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Caraway Non-Stick Ceramic-Coated, Mini Fry Pan & Sauce Pan Duo, Non-Toxic, $, available at
Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask Berry 20 g
Amazon’s teeming with beauty deals and has even steeper price cuts during its memorable sale events. This moisturizing lip sleeping mask was the top beauty buy from the Early Access Sale, and it is still making its way into readers’ shopping bags at full price.
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Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask Berry 20ml, $, available at Amazon
Hollosport S925 Sterling Silver Earring Backs
So what do R29 shopping team members actually shop? You’d assume cashmere sweaters, Dyson vacs, and other legendary e-commerce products. Alas, we’re (proudly) cashing in on $9 earring back replacements.
For our fashion writer Vivien Lee, these are lifesavers, “By now, I think it’s time I stock up on these replacements to save all my helpless stud earrings. Join me if you’re in the same boat.”
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Hollosport S925 Sterling Silver Earring Backs, $, available at Amazon
Vibes Only Rayna Two-in-One
There’s a two-in-one sex toy trend making waves in the wellness industry, and Rayna rises to the occasion. It’s got suction and air pulse on one end followed by a bulbous vibrator on the other — last month, readers couldn’t get enough.
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vibes only Rayna, $, available at
Summersalt The Softest French Terry Tie-Waist Pant
Summersalt doesn’t stop at swimwear. It’s also home to an impressive selection of comfy and sustainably made sweat sets. The Terry Tie-Waist Pant, for example, comes in cozy cashmere and is some luxury loungewear fit for a queen.
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Summersalt The Softest French Terry Tie-Waist Pant, $, available at
StagDesign Miniatures Drinks Advent Calendar
Although ’tis not yet the season to be jolly, it is the perfect time to order this year’s advent calendar. Buy this mini drink holder once, and you can fill it to the brim with your favorite alcohol selections for now and forever. Add the 12 ready-to-fill bottles to your purchase for easy replacing.
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StagDesign Miniatures Drinks Advent Calendar, $, available at
Phlur Missing Person
Casually known as the “rich girl’s perfume” or the “fragrance that’ll get you stopped on the street,” Missing Person is the aroma of the hour. One spritz entices you with notes of musk, bergamot, citrus, and sandalwood — two spritzes and you might have hide from people dying to know where your scent is from.
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Phlur Missing Person, $, available at
Anthropologie The Somerset Maxi Dress: Velvet Edition
Anthropologie crafted a dress so popular, shoppers are searching for dupes, according to Google. To test out the hype, four members of the shopping team tried it on for size. Their stunning modeling and in-depth reviews made this velvet maxi an October best seller overnight.
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Anthropologie The Somerset Maxi Dress: Velvet Edition, $, available at
Jenni Kayne Cashmere Cocoon Cardigan
Second to “cozy,” the word “cardigan” might be autumn’s most popular c-word, especially in the fashion world. Jenni Kayne’s Cocoon — made from 39% baby alpaca, 39% merino wool, and 22% nylon — is a worthy (and popular) investment during these cold-weather months.
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Jenni Kayne Cashmere Cocoon Cardigan, $, available at
West Elm Hargrove Expandable Dining Table
We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again: Dining chairs are having a moment. So, it’s only natural for dining tables to gradually sneak their way into our monthly best-seller roundups. This fresh take on the classic farmhouse table can expand up to 100 inches and compress to 80 inches for smaller spaces — customizable, convenient, and chic.
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West Elm Hargrove Expandable Dining Table, $, available at
Beautiful 12pc Ceramic Non-Stick Cookware Set
Drew Barrymore is skyrocketing to fame in the cookware space. Last month she debuted her nonstick cookware set in Beautiful’s signature colorways: Black Sesame, Cornflower Blue, Sage Green, and White Icing. For just $150, you’ll receive 12 pieces: an 8-inch fry pan, a 10-inch fry pan, a 3-quart sauté pan, a 2-quart saucepan, a 5-quart Dutch oven, three lids, and four cookware protectors.
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Beautiful 12pc Ceramic Non-Stick Cookware Set, $, available at
Sheertex Classic Sheer Rip-Resist Tights
If you, like many others, are on the hunt for winter tights, Sheertex’s unbreakable sheer stockings are always a safe bet and constantly in readers’ shopping bags.
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Sheertex Classic Sheer Rip-Resist Tights, $, available at
Inbox Zero Faye Ergonomic Task Chair
First came Amazon’s Early Access Sale, then came Target’s Early Black Friday, and — at the very last second — Way Day 2.0 made an appearance. No surprise here. From up-to-80%-off loveseats to under-$30 sheet sets, a simple, affordable, and effective office chair came out on top.
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Inbox Zero Faye Ergonomic Task Chair, $, available at
Castlery Vincent Chair
Another trend alert: Castlery seating. In September, we saw an interest in the retailer’s sectionals, and now, everyone has their eyes on its dining chairs. This solid oak seat won’t overpower or overcrowd your living room, and it comes fully assembled.
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Castlery Vincent Chair, Oak, $, available at
Behno Simone Crossbody
Luxury handbag brand Behno (meaning “sisters” in Hindi) runs on a set of six guiding principles, which include health, women’s rights, and eco-consciousness. You can find a wide selection of colorful, unique accessories minus the outrageous price tags.
In our interview with founder Shivam Punjya, he said, “We wanted to be sure our timeless designs, high-quality standard, and expert attention to detail presented our customers with a piece that would live in their wardrobes, hopefully over generations.”
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behno Simone Crossbody, $, available at
Ostrichpillow Light Versatile Pillow
Our senior writer Karina Hoshikawa exposed the magic of Ostrichpillow’s new lightweight cushion in October. Not only is it super-comfy when wrapped around your noggin, but also the pillow can also be placed around the neck for support. The result: It has her snoozing in minutes.
According to Hoshikawa, “When I say that Ostrichpillow has singlehandedly leveled up my nap and travel (and traveling nap) game, I’m not exaggerating.”
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OstrichPillow Light Versatile Pillow, $, available at
Kosas Revealer Skin-Improving Foundation SPF 25
Kosas’ cult-favorite foundation glides on skin to blur pores, smooth texture, and even protect you from the sun with SPF 25.
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Kosas Revealer Skin-Improving Foundation SPF 25, $, available at
Melanie Casey To A Flame Ring, Round Cut Diamond
This $590 delicate diamond ring is made to last. And, despite its thin stature, it sparkles to the max.
Melanie Casey mentions, “I wanted to create a piece that made the diamonds appear to be floating on air.”
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Melanie Casey To A Flame Ring, Round Cut Diamond, $, available at
Hello Period. Hello Undies High Waist
“I’m a pad girl through and through,” says our sex writer Charlotte Lewis. Although she loves her single-use pads, she discovered she enjoys period undies even more through this review. These panties don’t feel bulky, are free of bleach, and can absorb up to five pads’ worth of blood.
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Hello Period. Hello Undies High Waist – Blush, $, available at
Bombas Women’s Merino Wool Adventure Calf Sock 4-Pack
With such quality products, it’s no surprise that Bombas secured a dedicated fan base with ease. These classic wool socks could easily win a popularity contest, as they sold like hotcakes in October. Plus, they’re 20% off with our exclusive promo code REFINERY29 — no expiration date!
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Bombas Women’s Merino Wool Adventure Calf Sock 4-Pack, $, available at
Pique Matcha Beauty Bundle
During the last week of October, I tried Pique’s skin-rejuvenating matcha tea — quite frankly, I drink it for the taste. Simply add 12 ounces of hot or cold water into a cup with the small matcha packet, and you have a refreshing healthy beverage. According to its site, as long as I sip two servings a day, my skin will be glowing in the coming weeks.
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Pique Matcha Beauty Bundle, $, available at
BoostArea Industrial Floor Lamp
For an industrial interior design, nix the lamp shades and go for stripped-down practical pieces like this Amazon floor lamp. As for the price, one Amazon buyer claims, “Only way you’re getting a deal better is thrifting.”
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BoostArea Industrial Floor Lamp, $, available at Amazon
Illume Woodfire Soy Candle
We rounded up 20 fireplace candles that almost smell like the real deal, and Illume’s soy candle reigned supreme. It’s bursting with scent notes of patchouli leaves and cozy vanilla that reminds one Amazon reviewer of “seductive cedarwood and smoke accords.”
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Illume Woodfire Mercury Glass, Demi, $, available at Amazon
Shark Rocket Ultra-Light Corded Stick Vacuum HV301
Target throwing a Black Friday sale before Halloween even hit was truly frightening, but a discounted Shark stick vacuum assuaged some of the incoming holiday fear. While it’s now November and no longer $100 off, you can luckily still take $40 off its original price.
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Shark Shark Rocket Ultra-Light Corded Stick Vacuum – HV301, $, available at
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