Low Budget, Big Feature

(All the drama, none of the budget.)

Starting over is expensive. Lawyers, bond, a whole new set of everything. So this is the edit for when the budget's tight but you still want the scene to look good: the under-$50 things that do far more than they should. A low budget doesn't mean a small plot.

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Atolea

Gaia Statement Ring

One ring that does all the talking.
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Atolea

Mediterranean Necklace

Looks like a holiday, costs less than lunch.
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Frida

Kids Electric Toothbrush Heads, 3 Pack

One for each house, one for when it goes missing.
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Childs Farm

SlumberTime Bath Soak, Lavender & Moon Milk

A calm landing after switching houses.
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Bathorium

Little Charlie Kids Coconut & Oat Bath Soak

For the first night back at your place.
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UNO

UNO Flip

Under ten dollars for the 6pm ‘I’m bored’.
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Prep & Savour

Bento Lunch Box

Sunday prep, Monday-to-Friday grab-and-go.
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Tractor Supply

Door Stop Alarm

For the first night alone in a hotel room.
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Rhode

Peptide Lip Treatment

The lip balm that became a personality.
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OUAI

Multitasking Oil, Travel Size

One tiny bottle, every job.
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Kai

Rose Hand Cream

Smells like you got upgraded.
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OGX

Bond Repair Heat Protector

The cheapest insurance you’ll ever take out.
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Huda Beauty

Liquid Matte Mousse Lipstick

Makes my lips look so full.
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Kosas

Revealer Concealer

Covers the evidence, whatever it was.
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esmi Skin Minerals

Calming Probiotic Skin Mylk Rescue Mist

For when your skin and patience need rescuing.
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Rhode

Pocket Blush

Freckle on cheeks and lips. Done.
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Rhode

Peptide Eye Matches

For eyes that have seen things.
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Toolaton

Spice Containers With Labels

The end of buying a third paprika.
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At Home

Velvet Hangers, 25 Pack

Ten dollars and your wardrobe’s a boutique.
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Kiehl’s

Oil to Foam Body Wash

Washes away the day, and any bad memories.
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Aesop

Resurrection Aromatique Hand Wash

The one thing every guest notices.
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Crate & Barrel

Acacia Wood and Gold Measuring Cups, Set of 4

Serotonin every time you open the drawer.
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McGee & Co

Ceramic Oil Bottle

I have about three. For different oils. Obviously.
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Anthropologie

Cucina Stoneware Olive Oil Cruet

Every oil deserves its own container.
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