Here Are 18 Must-Have Products Editors Are Shopping in September

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Fall is far and away my favorite season for shopping. (Boots! Jackets! Pumpkins!) But it’s not just me. I polled multiple PureWow editors to see what’s in their cart this month, and the answers were good. Think: this super stylish (and warm) Mystique parka from Canada Goose ($1,550), perfect for the chilly winter season ahead. Or this Chef iQ Mini Oven ($489; $379) that whips up delicious meals and appetizers in just a matter of minutes.

Read on to see some more of our top editors’ picks for this month.

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Rachel Bowie, Senior Director of Special Projects and Royals, has been eyeing this stylish number. "I can't stop thinking about this chic red jacket from Sézane," she says, adding, "It feels so luxe for both the office, but also a PTA meeting. I love the rich hue of the red and how cozy it looks, too. Paired with denim and a bootie, it would be something I'd reach for over and over again!" This jacket is made from a blend of wool and mohair, *and* it has pockets.

Associate Commerce Editor Natalie LaBarbera recently picked up these shoes, which she says have been a game-changer. "I grabbed these velvet Rothy's loafers and, somehow, they're *so* much better in person. They're the perfect burgundy shade, and I'm obsessed with the textured fabric and academic-looking style."

VP of Editorial Content Candace Davison has her new fall scent already picked out, which you can get in on, too, starting September 16. "Half the appeal of Levain's softball-sized, NY-famous cookies is the scent wafting from its bakery, and after two years of development, Snif has created a candle that perfectly mimics it," she tells me. "Mornings at Levain is the kind of gourmand candle that makes you rethink bakery scents—its sea salt, walnut, cocoa and musk combo is unreal. (Full disclosure: They sent me one ahead of the launch, but I plan on restocking as soon as its 50-hour burn time runs out!)"

She adds, "You can get it with a four-pack of cookies (highly recommend) for $78 through Levain, or pay $46 for the candle itself through Snif."

I’m a wings girl, and with football season in full swing, I plan on using this Chef iQ mini oven for when it's my turn to host game night. I love how it comes with a dehydrator basket and a drip tray. Considering the functionality and the fact that shoppers report that it's easy to clean, I think the investment is totally worth it. (Psst...it's on sale too).

With cold weather right around the corner, SEO and Audience Development Editor Marissa Wu recommends picking up this under $15 moisturizer for dry skin. "If you are sleeping on the new Burt's Bees boosted body creams, RUN!! The scent is pleasant, but not overpowering. My skin is very dry, and this is a fun moisturizing melt that you can apply to damp skin and really lock in a ton of moisture."

Speaking of dry skin, Executive Editor Alexia Dellner suggests this multitasking balm if you are looking for a product specifically for your face. "I have dry skin year-round, but I especially need to hydrate my skin when temperatures start to drop. The cerabalm from Danucera is incredible. It glides on skin easily and instantly perks up a tired complexion. And as someone who also has sensitive skin (lucky me!), I'm happy to report that this one doesn't irritate whatsoever. It's definitely an investment, but you only need a little bit and it actually works as a cleanser, moisturizer and mask, so it's a real multi-tasker."

Madeline Merinuk, PureWow's Associate Editor of Branded Content, had been in need of a new blanket to cozy up in this winter, and this down comforter is everything she’s been looking for. "The ComfyDown goose feather comforter really does feel like sleeping with a cloud over you. It's super warm and even softer than I thought it would be. My boyfriend also concurs that this was a worthwhile purchase, and it has really upgraded our sleep game!"

Davison is also grabbing this sleek ceramic bakeware set, which comes in six different versatile colorways. "Fall baking season is upon us, and I'm upgrading to this stackable ceramic set from Larder & Vine. The baking sheets come in a range of aesthetically pleasing colors—I'm a fan of the lavender and sage ones—but the bakeware is durable too. It has a five-layer coating and is free of PFAS, PFOA, PTFE, BPA, lead and cadmium, for added peace of mind."

My mom is a virtual teacher, and she could definitely use a digital calendar to keep track of her classes and appointments. This one from Cozyla is as idiot-proof as you can get. Simply sync it with your Apple, Google and Outlook calendars, and it shows you your daily to-dos. It even keeps track of your meals, chores and grocery lists.

This sleek and efficient bag is on Affiliate Director Pamela Masin's shopping list this month. "I am buying this for my daughter's daycare bag, but also kinda want it for me?" Made from a blend of canvas and cotton, the internal main compartment is spacious enough to store daily essentials like your phone, keys and wallet (or even diapers!), and it comes in six aesthetically pleasing hues.

Merinuk is also eyeing these wide-leg jeans, which are designed for petites and come in two different colors. "I love anything I own from Just Black Denim, but especially these petite wide-leg jeans I just bought. They're the perfect cut for a shorter-legged gal like myself, and the quality of the denim is just unbeatable. They also have the perfect amount of stretch, but aren't too stretchy."

Wu is making a big leap in her fitness journey, and plans on doing so in style. "I'm in my 'I will not have osteoporosis when I'm 80' era and am going to the gym for the first time in my life! After doing some research and trying on a bunch of exercise clothes (I haven't even owned sweatpants since I was 13), I finally settled on the lululemon Align tank ($68) and these Wondertrain leggings." While Wu is fond of this brown colorway, there are over ten more to choose from, giving you plenty of options.

13. Motorola Razr +

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Perhaps it's the Y2k in me, but I've strongly been considering going back to the flip-phone life, and, well, nothing screams 2000s more than a pink one (looking at you, Paris Hilton). This Motorola Razr+ comes in four colors and has 256-gigabytes of storage space, which is more than enough for me. Plus, it has cool features like a fingerprint reader, an eCompass and more.

14. Salt & Stone Body Mist

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"This Salt & Stone body mist smells incredible,” says LaBarbera.It feels really luxe for the price, and I love the blend of santal and vetiver for fall." It's also vegan and cruelty-free.

Another underrated essential, according to Wu? Socks! "I don't wear socks usually, but I finally got introduced by a friend to some no-shows that actually stay up. I bought six pairs, and I might need more, now that my sad feet are demanding sneakers."

Another thing on Dellner's list is this Hotel Lobby Positano candle, which she can't wait to use this fall. "Now that the sun is setting earlier, I'm excited for cozy nights by candlelight, snuggled up with a good read and a glass of wine. Hotel Lobby makes beautiful votives, and I'm eyeing this one that evokes the scent of the Amalfi Coast (and I also love that the orange shade feels perfectly autumnal)."

Featuring a dreamy blend of Fuji apple, soft rose petal and jasmine, Wu can't get enough of these hand sanitizers from Gemi Beauty. "I just discovered this brand, and their hand sanitizers are just lovely. It's a handcare serum/sanitizer hybrid, on par with Touchland, but I must say, the design is just simply divine. The best I've seen, personally. The illustrations and motifs look straight from a Dutch master's painting (Rachel Ruysch, anyone!?), and the scents are novel."

I've been looking for a new mattress for my nephew, and this mattress from Brooklyn Bedding is a great choice, as it has cooling properties built into it (my nephew is a hot sleeper) and is designed to protect against spills and accidents. Plus, the memory foam design makes it as comfortable as a mattress can get, as, per the brand, it's constructed to provide immediate responsiveness to every toss and turn, and the price is amazing. I'm sold!


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