If you’ve ever felt personally attacked by a meme about iced coffee addiction or felt the urge to organize your entire life with label makers, this one’s for you. Between our collective obsession with avocado toast (which we’ll defend until death) and our inability to pass up anything that promises to make us look effortlessly put together, these 21 finds tap directly into the millennial psyche. Each item validates our generation’s entirely reasonable need to make everything in life both aesthetic and slightly overpriced.

Look, we know we’re easy targets. Yes, we’ll spend half a paycheck on a Dyson Airwrap while eating ramen for dinner. Sure, we’ve turned everything bagel seasoning into a personality trait and transformed our beds into Squishmallow sanctuaries. But at least we’re saving the turtles with our extensive collection of metal straws and tote bags covered in ironic sayings. From laminated eyebrows that give us main character energy to eco-friendly alternatives that ease our climate anxiety, these trends aren’t just purchases – they’re cultural markers of a generation that learned to cope with chaos through careful curation and overpriced self-care.

#1 First Came Beanie Babies, Now Squishmallows Are The New Millennial Coping Mechanism

Review: “Love these so soft and cute. My favorite part was that it was a surprise box.” – Reanna Daniels

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#2 Because Millennials Love Succulents Almost As Much As They Love Killing Them, This 20-Pack Of Live Succulents Is Either A Dream Come True Or A Recipe For Disaster

Review: “Great product, great packaging, really happy with price and health of these succulents. They are a nice size to start in my bird bath planter, with some left over. Very satisfied with this company and product. Don’t hesitate to order! They look healthy, just like the picture.” – Carla C

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#3 Millennials Will Do Just About Anything To Save The Planet (And Post About It On Instagram), Which Is Why Silicone Pasta Straws Are The New ‘I’m A Functioning Member Of Society’ Badge

Review: “We love these silly straws! They are just the right color and texture to look actually like a penne noodle, and the texture is a lot like a cooked pasta too. They are the right size for about a 12 or 16 oz cup. They hold their shape when being used, and clean up easily. My family is fighting over them and I wish there were more than 4 in a package. So fun.” – NR
But if you are serious about sustainability, These 21 Home Switches Are Actually Saving The World.

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#4 When Your Bank Account Says “No” But Your Instagram Aesthetic Says “Yes”, A Stack Of Dainty Gold Jewelry Is The Ultimate Form Of Self-Care (And Subtle Flex)

Review: “Packaging came super cute and reusable for when you’re not wearing. I wear them on the daily without any issues. I’ve had issues in the past with fantasy jewelry and starter earrings, but these have not caused me any issues. Very sturdy and value for its price. I definitely recommend! The size is perfect, the color is bright and does not cause irritation.” – Jennifer Perera

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#5 Millennials May Not Be Able To Afford Actual Therapy, But They’ll String Up Some Fairy Lights In Their Tiny Apartment And Call It Self-Care

Review: “Love it so much that I bought another one for my bedroom.” – Zheng Yang

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#6 Plantar Fasciitis Is The New ” Adulting Pain” And Cork Sandals Are Here To Save The Soles (And Sanity) Of Every Millennial

Review: “Everything about these are amazing!! I’ll be starting my third year with them and they are still holding up and look amazing! They have the look and feel of the top brands, but the price of a dupe. Amazing price, fit, comfort and durability!” – Libby R.

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#7 Millennials Have Officially Traded In Their Instant Ramen For Air Fryers , Because Adulting Means Cooking “Healthy” Fries

Review: “The air fryer itself is great. It has many modes and lets you cook at a great range of temperatures. It also comes with a little guide book with recommendations and recipes even. It looks great and is very easy to clean!” – Stephane Nouafo

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The generational call-out continues as we explore more items that have us simultaneously feeling seen and slightly offended. Whether embracing our collective quirks or justifying our spending habits, these next finds prove millennials might be predictable, but at least we’re consistent.

#8 It’s Official, Building Puzzles Have Become The New Form Of Self-Care (Right After Binge-Watching Netflix)

Review: “I am glad it had the letters on the back of the pieces. It would have been a nightmare to put together without being able to narrow down the area where the piece goes. Saved a lot of time searching. Nice to have the poster, also. Very enjoyable to do this puzzle. Some people say looking at the letters on the back is cheating but if it was they wouldn’t put them there!” – Whataguy

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#9 Because Millennials Will Never Tire Of Avocado Toast, The 3-In-1 Avocado Slicer Is The Ultimate Kitchen Tool For The Aspiring Adult (Who Still Can’t Afford A House)

Review: “I love this slicer! Works great, the plastic knife and pitter are both very durable, and it’s compact and stylish in design. Works really great and it seems like the plastic should be durable for a long time!” – gothicserpent

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#10 For The Millennials Who Can Barely Keep Themselves Alive, Let Alone A Succulent, Artificial Plant Sets Are The Ultimate Low-Maintenance Decor Solution

Review: “These look real, I don’t have a green thumb, so they are perfect for me. I love the planters they are in, I have them in my entryway, outside of my apt door… so cute, and a reminder that Spring I will soon be here.” – Marilyn L. Mason

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#11 Looks Like Millennials Are Hungry For Punny Humor, And This Food Puns Coloring Book Is The Mac To Their Cheese

Review: “I color for a stress reliever and this one makes me laugh.” – Brianna H

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#12 Everything Bagel Seasoning Goes On Everything From Avocado Toast To Their Existential Dread, Because Why Not?

Review: “Way bigger size than the grocery stores sell and the taste really is 10/10. All I ask is that you try it ONCE and you’ll see it’s superb!” – amazon customer

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#13 It’s Official, The Stanley Quencher Has Become The Ultimate Status Symbol For Millennials, Because Staying Hydrated (And Looking Good) Is Everything

Review: “Love the color. Love the size. Love the cup! This is my second Stanley. I have the 40oz but wanted a bit smaller. This is perfect. Not too heavy when filled. Stays cold for 12+ hours. Highly recommend.” – cdk

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#14 At This Point, Millennials Have More Tote Bags Than Actual Groceries To Put In Them, But Hey, At Least They’re Reusable

Review: “The material of this beach bag is woven fabric, not plastic, and I’m very impressed with the quality for the price. There’s plenty of room for two beach towels, and the zipper pocket is large.” – The Millet’s

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#15 Skinny Jeans May Have Been Left Behind In The 2010s, But Millennials Will Cling To Their Leggings Forever, Because Comfort (And A Little Bit Of Compression) Is The New Cool

Review: “These are SO cute and comfortable, I absolutely love them. They aren’t see through at all and the material feels durable. Sizing is accurate and they fit perfectly all around. Great leggings for a great price. Will definitely be purchasing more!” – AME19

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#16 Millennials May Not Have Been Alive When The Band Was Actually Cool, But They’ll Still Pay Top Dollar For A Vintage Band T-Shirt To Prove Their Ironic Musical Taste

Review: “Size was accurate. Material is good quality, not thin. It looks like a faded graphics concert shirt. Very pleased with fit. Look and comfort.” – dtitan

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#17 Not Quite Ready For Reading Glasses Just Yet, But Blue Light Glasses Are The New Millennial Must-Have (Because Screens Aren’t Going Anywhere)

Review: “They look so good and so strong. I really like them.” – Ly_Apa

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#18 When You’re Willing To Take Out A Small Loan For Salon-Quality Hair At Home, The Dyson Airwrap Is The Ultimate Investment In Your Instagram Aesthetic

Review: “Absolutely love my Dyson air wrap! I’ve been wanting it for years and it was so worth the wait and the money. It’s super easy to use and gives me healthy shiny soft curls. I got asked multiple times if I had just been to the salon. 100% recommend buying it!!” – Jennifer Castillo

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#19 At This Point, Millennials Are Basically Mainlining Podcasts Through Their Apple AirPods , Because Who Needs Human Interaction When You Have True Crime And Self-Improvement?

Review: “First time ever buying AirPods and I love them. I have tiny ears but the fit was perfect. I can walk around and do chores in the house without having for of them falling off. Connecting them was a breeze. I have yet to see how long the battery last as I plan to use them everyday to listen to music. The Spatial Audio is was captivated me the most as I feel as if in at a concert at the comfort of my home. I love how tiny the case is as compared to other models that they can fit in my pocket. Although I will definitely recommend buying a case as the case is very sensitive to scratches.” – Ranchosponch

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#20 Because Let’s Face It, Millennials Constantly Lose Everything, Apple Airtags Are The Ultimate Adulting Hack

Review: “I got because my bf loses his wallet 24/7😂 came very quick! and also works amazing.” – Ally
And for everything else, we have 21 Life Hacking Items For When Adulting Is Actually The Worst.

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#21 It’s Safe To Say Millennials Have A Borderline Unhealthy Obsession With Laminated Brows, And Nyx Eyebrow Gel Is Fueling The Addiction

Review: “LOVE!! Keeps my eyebrows in place all day but doesn’t make them look dry or crusty. It looks natural but works perfectly. The product also lasts a while and doesn’t dry out or anything.” – Jessica

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