February 26, 2026

EDITOR'S NOTE

Living in New York recently has felt bleak — we just got hit with a blizzard and the sky has been gray for 800 days in a row. Here are the tiny joy purchases that have been boosting my serotonin:

• The 17-ounce glass I use for my morning iced coffee.

• These tiny felt food keychains that are too cute to process.

• The pasta candles I used on my birthday cake.

• Cuff hair ties to elevate the low ponytail I justify wearing daily.

—Alexandra Napoli / Commerce Director / New York, NY

There’s a new sneaker launch we’re particularly excited about: these Revival Sneakers. They remind us of a shoe in between a Nike Cortez and a Gola Elan, but with the comfortable soles and nostalgic vibe of a Keds sneaker. They come in three colorways (one of which includes a leopard print). We have plans to pair them with denim, dresses, and linen pants come the spring. The best part? They’re under $65.

Today’s Must-Haves

Here are three of the hottest products on the internet this week:

• Levi’s Wedgie Straight-Ankle Jeans: Our editor’s favorite jeans of all time. Big statement, but true.

• Birthday Flower Brooch: An adorable way to dress up a wool coat or blazer.

• Sunbeam Heating Pad: The giant heating pad our Commerce Director swears by for getting through this winter.

Take Note

Meet your next read

You’ve got your cozy blanket, your reading light — and now we’ve got the best reason to use them: theSkimm’s new book club, Off the Page.

The first pick: Little One by Olivia Muenter. Part psychological suspense, part coming-of-age reckoning, expect cults, sisterhood — and the enduring question of how much choice we have in who we become.

We’re meeting on March 26 for a live Q&A with the author, followed by small-group discussions. No pretension, no pressure — just thoughtful conversation, with smart, like-minded women. A good book meets good company.

Bonus: Register and get a 15% discount on the hardcover plus an exclusive reading guide.

Bookmark This

🌟 A Pamela Anderson-approved moisturizer. If it’ll get us skin like hers, we’ll try anything.

‼️ A supportive sticky bra that’s a no frills way to go strapless.

🥱 This major mattress sale is almost over. Take advantage while it’s still happening.

🙏 A smart way to maximize bathroom counter space when getting ready for the day.

👖 Need to restock your jeans? Check out J.Crew’s Denim Sale.

😍 A bestselling detangling hairbrush that’s gentle and minimizes breakage.

Skimm’d by: Margo Ghertner, Alexandra Napoli, Martha Upton, Caroline Goldstein, Alessandra Rey

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