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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Texas chapter.

Although I love the in-person shopping experience, as a busy college student, I’ve grown to love online stores, especially Amazon. With a seemingly endless stream of exams and projects, this semester I turned to Amazon more than any other site for my wardrobe and beauty essentials — and, perhaps, for a dose of retail therapy. So without further ado, here are my recent favorite finds. 

  1. Dream Pairs Platform Sandals. These are the perfect summer sandals with an affordable price tag, and they’re easy to dress up or down. I normally don’t buy shoes off Amazon, but these are sturdy and comfortable after even a long day of wear. They also pair perfectly with the next item on this list. 
  2. Hocuo’s Lantern Dress. This dress is lightweight and flowy and keeps me cool but cute on warmer days. It’s also extremely versatile – depending on the shoes and jewelry you style it with, it’s perfect for upcoming summer events like attending a graduation ceremony, brunch with your friends, or a picnic in the park. 
  3. Juicy Pang Jelly Blusher. Coming in at $7, this blush is super affordable for a college budget and comes in four colors for different skin tones. It’s a creamy, buildable blush that – once blended – results in a dewy, natural color. 
  4. 12 Pack Large Claw Clips. With the current discount, this pack of claw clips is $12 for 12 clips – a fantastic value, considering that most claw clips on Amazon are sold in packs of four for that amount. Despite the cheap price, these claw clips don’t skip on quality: they’re just as durable as other clips on the market, and even my thick hair hasn’t managed to break one yet. 
  5. Lemedy Padded Sports Bra. This top is a great dupe for Lululemon workout wear. The fabric is thick and buttery-soft, and the bra portion of the top is incredibly supportive even for larger chests. I liked my first one so much, I bought two more and now I wear them every time I go to the gym!