September + October Staff Picks

September 03, 2025

We're getting into the fall spirit over at City Bird and Nest, and to celebrate the changing of the seasons, we've curated a collection featuring our late summer and early fall favorites. From cozy candles, autumnal accessories, and seasonal housewares, we've got everything you need for a magical fall. Shop the collection of our current store favorites below!

You can browse the regularly updated collection on our website, and be sure to keep an eye out for Staff Pick signs throughout the stores when shopping in-person for all of our current store favorites, hand-picked from us to you.

City Bird

City Bird Michigan Lip Balms

My faves are the Faygo Rock & Rye and Mackinac Island Fudge - they just remind you of all the best Michigan things! Plus they're made with coconut oil and shea butter, so they're very moisturizing. - Katie

City Bird Summertime in Michigan Mug

As Summer winds down, I am reminiscing, and love this new design by Emily Linn! It reminds me of so many Michigan Summer memories from over the years. - Andy

Jill Makes Necklaces*

I love this necklace. I wear it all the time. The jewelry is so bright and fun while also feeling elegant. The colors are perfectly mismatched and make me happy! - Jillian

Hansel from Basel Socks

There are always so many adorable patterns and styles of socks from this brand, something for every aesthetic. Nice and cozy for fall weather, too! - Anna

Ghost Table Candles*

Probably the cutest Halloween candle I've ever seen. - Rooney

P.F. Candle Co. Wild Herb Tonic Candle

This scent is so unique! It's fresh, herbacious, citrusy, and clean, all at once. It kind of reminds me of a fancy hair salon :) - Charlotte

Three Potato Four Patch Keychains

These keychains are so cute, it's hard to pick my favorite! They're sturdy but not too bulky and I love the embroidered detailing! - Kim

City Bird Ultimate Michigan Bumper Stickers

I love these fun new bumper stickers from our house line! My favorite is "I Brake for Coneys" :) - Emily

City Bird Michigan State Symbols 15oz. Glass

The illustrations really pop on our new 15oz drinking glasses. My favorite is the state symbols for the cute animals! - Emilia

Snoopy Vampire Air Freshener

I love Snoopy and Halloween, perfect combo! - Marissa

Nest

Poppy Candle/Incense Holder

These cute and vibrant candle/incense holders are so fun and versatile! They look great on their own or could make a spunky centerpiece as a collection. - Anna

Maison Louis Marie Body & Hair Mists*

All of the scents of the mists are really nice, and the packaging is super sleek. A more affordable option in the Maison Louis Marie family but just as great quality! - Emilia

ban.do Strawberry Mug

This mug is so vibrant and fun. I love the bonus little snail perched on the handle, so cute! This mug is also super versatile; you can use it as a mug, vase, or as a cute pencil cup on your desk! - Kim

Natural Dried Flowers Burlap Bouquet*

I love the pops of color! I think these dried flowers would look so cute in vintage glass bottles/vases, especially in a windowsill or bookshelf. - Rooney

Le Puzz Puzzles

These are my favorite puzzles! They're thick and substantial with unique piece shapes. Very satisfying to put together! The mega cute designs that are collabs with artists make them a 10/10 - perfect for a gift or to bring on a trip up north! - Emily