Crocs

Snif

Bombas

Fabletics

doublesoul

Warby Parker

Prime

Allbirds

Diptyque

Root Foods

The cost-to-quality ratio is very high with Snif! Some of their earlier collaborations are really interesting in my opinion. While I wouldn't consider myself a huge fan, I now have quite a few Snif scents in my collection. I do think you either like the Snif "DNA" or you don't – a lot of them have the same underlying powdery notes. I like it, especially in Suganami, but some of their fragrances are a bit same-y. It does seem like their newer releases are less unique (a clean rose! a tropical coconut!) and I likely won't be getting a new one of theirs unless it's really interesting.
Also – their minis are the perfect size for travel.

My main issue with Fabletics, other than their use of camo and cropped legggings, is that their website SUCKS. I have never used a website owned by such a high-profile brand that has as many obvious, replicable, user-impacting bugs as Fabletics's website. If I were on their digital team I would be deeply embarrassed. As an outsider, it's not clear what the root cause is – there are a few nuances to their site (the membership structure, the nesting of "outfits" with individual "pieces") that I imagine add some complexity, but there must be something very odd going on to cause all these bugs.

In general, I am a big fan of Fabletics. As a plus size person I've always had issues with leggings wearing out and developing holes in the inner thigh – Fabletics is the only brand where I have NEVER had issues with wear and tear, even when I wear their leggings every day. It's more expensive than I like to pay for athleisure, but it is unfortunately.... worth the money. Their leggings are simply the best I've tried, except perhaps Girlfriend Collective.
I do have the membership and take advantage of it every few months. Even when I forget to "skip" the month and get charged anyway, I don't get too mad because I know I will use the membership credit in the future.
I don't love the styles of many of the products, and I find myself very picky when browsing their site, but I think that's more of a me thing – i am very particular. I hate cropped "7/8" leggings, which most of their leggings are, and don't understand the sheer volume of cameo, leopard, and snake print products. But the other colors and prints are actually really nice, and retain their quality over time. The leggings are the standouts, but I like most of their sports bras that i've tried.
I do wish they would expand their size range. It's notable that Yitty, a sister brand/imprint/whatever, goes to 5X or 6X in many styles while Fabletics only goes to 4X.

I find the sizing a bit inconsistent – the tree runners fit me perfectly but the tree skippers are surprisingly uncomfortable. 

I really like Allbirds's tree runners – I live in a city where it gets very hot in the summer and the streets are just gross enough that I don't like wearing anything open-toed. The tree runners are good casual shoes for specifically that scenario.
Also, I really liked the "dashers" at first but the cushioning ended up basically collapsing with frequent wear, at a rate much faster than comparably priced running shoes from other brands. For a brand that's built on sustainability, I was annoyed at how fast they were practically unwearable.

I find the calf socks to be VERY narrow and constricting, to the point that they're uncomfortable and leave imprints on my legs.

These are pretty good socks! That's it. They're good socks. There are other brands of good socks. I am not sure the quality justifies the price tag – there are other good socks at lower prices. And they market some features ("no seam in the toe!") as innovations when they are in fact quite common.

The gripper slippers are VERY UNDERRATED though, and make a great gift.

My only qualm with Warby Parker is when they discontinue styles I love. Bring back Louise in metal!

I've been using Warby Parker for years and they are the only place I buy glasses from. While a lot of other brands have also appeared in the DTC "buy glasses online for cheaper than the optometrist" space, I've been hesitant to take the plunge. I trust Warby Parker's quality, I think the styles are very aesthetically appealing, and the app is VERY easy to use.

I assume there is a construction issue with the ankle sock they're working on solving – I hope to hear about a redesigned or improved version that'll make me want to buy them full price outside of a thingdrop. If it weren't for the fraying on the ankle, I would definitely repurchase.

I like these, but the quality is hit or miss. I actually prefer the doublesoul construction, with the sheer/thin upper and cushioned bottom, over bombas, which are very thick and heavy to me. i don't agree with other reviewers saying they feel cheap – they feel breathable, and that thin layer is intentional. they feel like spring/summer socks, and bombas make me too sweaty in the summer. however, the seam at the top of the ankle sock, where the ankle cushioning is, started shredding, almost, after my first wear? i was really surprised by this and disappointed, because i like them and they feel high quality. the high socks are great and don't appear to have this issue yet.

the world of healthy snacks includes a lot of like, "veggie chips" that are actually just a small percentage of ground-up vegetable mixed with rice, corn, or lentil flour. these are actually FULL VEGGIE and they are extremely good.
i am the first review of this chip so you might be asking "is this sponsored?" no i bought them at a corner store in manhattan that was carrying them for some reason and i became truly passionate about this snack. these are the most expensive snack i buy! i wish they were cheaper, or had more volume per bag – it's only like 2 servings per bag. I just ordered a lot on amazon.
they are basically crunchy, freeze-dried or air-fried veggies, but more delicious than its competitors. They are a bit sweet? like more of a sweet-and-salty vibe than truly savory. my favorite is zucchini, but tomato is also a favorite.   IMO the onion is kind of mid – too airy and kind of bland. i have not tried the "six mix" yet but it is on its way to me via amazon.
Suggestions for the brand: it'd be great obviously for the bags to be cheaper or to have more servings in the bag. let's get some more veggies! i feel like the green bean or asparagus in the six mix will be fire and worthy of a standalone bag. here are some veggies that would be good: eggplant! mushroom! snow peas?

Diptyque is elegant, but expensive. For the price point, I've been a bit disappointed by their longevity. the candles are awesome but god, at what cost.

the taste of these is WEIRD. pretty pedialyte adjacent and very sweet. i have bought it in a pinch but dilute it to half concentration with water.

i love crocs. bring back the isabella jelly flats 

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