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Ellie Kemper, the hilarious and relatable actress best known for her roles in ‘The Office’ and ‘Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt,’ is now the face of the latest Kohl’s campaign. As a Kohl’s Mom, Ellie brings her signature charm and humor to every shopping trip, whether it is in-store, online, for her family or a little self-care splurge for herself (without the splurge, of course). USA TODAY Shopping caught up with Kemper to discuss the perks of shopping at Kohl’s, relatable shopping advice, her favorite products and how she uses her shopping adventures as a learning opportunity for her kids.
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Self-care at Kohl’s
“Family needs are always very important but we need to prioritize self-care! I feel like any kind of moisturizing product and any kind of sheet mask are my go-to essentials.
Kemper says that she loves the Summer Fridays overnight moisturizer that makes her wake up feeling refreshed and the top-rated Dr. Jart sheet masks. Kemper loves the Dr. Jart masks because they’re hydrating and fast-acting. Those masks in particular are my favorite because they actually stay on your face but in general, a sheet mask really forces you to relax and take a few moments to yourself. As a busy mom, Kemper can’t agree more.
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Along with beauty products and skincare essentials, Kemper tells me that she loves faux flowers and really anything that can brighten up her home without a ton of effort. “I feel like anything that looks good makes you feel good and isn’t a lot of effort is a win.”
Sonoma Goods For Life Artificial Yucca in Stoneware Vase Floral Arrangement Floor Decor
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Everyday Decor Green Glass Ruffle Vase
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Shopping and saving at Kohl’s
“I love shopping in-store. I find it actually to be sort of meditative. I love seeing what the latest deals are. This is something that I sort of get from my own mom. I love a good deal,” Kemper says.
Kohl’s offers plenty of deals and discounts that are available both online and in-store. You can even order your essentials online and get in-store pick-up so you can go peruse the aisles for some extra goodies before picking up your already-purchased must-haves.
There is one major insider tip that Kemper reveals to help everyone save at Kohl’s, and have more fun shopping! “I’m going to call it a hack and it is Kohl’s Cash. You can buy what you need during an earn event and you get money back to maybe splurge on something just for you!”
Kohl’s Cash is a program that allows you to earn future savings while shopping at Kohl’s, offering $10 in Kohl’s Cash for every $50 spent during specific earning events, redeemable both online and in-store. “In addition to being a good deal, it also brings some joy and almost like a game element to the whole thing, which makes the shopping more fun,” Kemper says about using Kohl’s Cash while shopping.
You can also sign up for a free Kohl’s Rewards membership to earn additional perks and discounts that can help benefit the whole family. “When I go shopping with my boys, it is fun because I give them a budget so it turns into an educational experience.” Of course, Kemper admits that sometimes she has to be fully in charge of what the family needs to buy, but including her sons in the shopping experience is crucial to teaching them about making buying decisions.
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What does Ellie Kemper want for Mother’s Day 2025?
As a Kohl’s Mom, it is only appropriate to find out exactly what Kemper has on her wishlist for Mother’s Day 2025. So, if her family is reading this, you’re welcome. “I love coffee but I also like having it very quick. I don’t like to spend a lot of time when I have to get out of the door in the morning,” Kemper says. She adds that Kohl’s has some fantastic coffee products, including Keurig coffee makers that are fast and affordable so you can get your coffee fix in seconds!
Keurig K-Mini Plus Single-Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker
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