Yes, It Is Possible To Make Your Home Look Fancier Without Hurting Your Wallet, Thanks To These 39 Affordable Products
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Yes, It Is Possible To Make Your Home Look Fancier Without Hurting Your Wallet, Thanks To These 39 Affordable Products
“These things are better than Pottery Barn.” — a reviewer gushing over these affordable velvet throw pillowcases
1. Some velvet throw pillowcases — they’ll make you say, “Yup, this is the good life,” because of how luxe they look and how soft they’ll feel against your skin. Plus, they’re all so darn vibrant, they’ll add the loveliest pop of color to your home.
These are machine-washable covers, and you can find some inserts here! Psst — For the fluffiest pillow, opt for an insert that’s 2 inches bigger than your cover (so if you get an 18×18-inch cover, you’ll want a 20×20-inch insert for optimal fluffiness).
Promising review: “These things are better than Pottery Barn! After my first order, I ordered them for every room in the house! They’re soft, washable and look far more expensive than they are! Army Green is such a pretty deep emerald! I think it’s better in person! Jam is the perfect mauve purple! I was concerned it would look old lady…but it doesn’t! Buy these ASAP! You won’t regret it!” —Shelby B Young
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in 10 sizes and tons of colors).
2. And a set of two buttery-soft satin pillowcases that’ll make your bed look so inviting. Like, don’t you just want to lie on this luxurious, silky pillow for hours!? Not only does it help to reduce frizz and breakage to your hair, but it also helps keep your skin from drying out overnight *and* can help prevent fine lines and wrinkles because there’s way less friction. PLUS, reviewers rave about how these keep ’em cool at night!
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Promising review: “My husband and I notice the difference in our hair and skin when we sleep on these pillowcases. Instead of ‘hanging on’ to your hair, the pillowcases let your hair slide. The satiny softness is great for your face as well. I’ve tried really expensive pillowcases and didn’t like them nearly as much as I like these. I bought a second pair.” –Brenda A. Rodgers
Get a set of two from Amazon for $5+ (available in four sizes and 39 colors).
3. A wireless library light to draw attention to your beautiful wall-hanging decor and portraits that may have been overlooked. It’ll turn your home into an art gallery and have your guests oohing and ahhing at your ~curated~ collection.
You can adjust it to warm or cool light settings depending on your preference. This uses three AAA batteries and includes a remote that lets you set the light to different brightnesses and schedule a timer for 15, 30, 60, or 120 minutes.
Promising review: “For the price you can’t beat it. Super easy to install and lightweight. The gold had a slight orange tint to it, so be mindful of that. I actually just taped over the light and spray-painted ours with gold spray paint I had left over and then they were absolutely perfect.” —Paris Seder
Get it from Amazon for $26.09+ (available in three colors, two sizes, and either battery or rechargeable options).
4. A cute set of glass coffee syrup dispensers so you can finally have that stunning coffee bar that you’ve been dreaming of. You’ll be able to fill ’em up with your fave flavors and concoct your world-famous caramel macchiato.
Each set also comes with a prefixed label set and a funnel.
Promising review: “I absolutely love the look of these dispensers on my kitchen counter. These dispensers have an expensive feel and look. Added so much class to my countertop and blended perfectly with the current decor and items on the counter. The only change I would make is maybe adding an outline for where the perfect placement of the label should be on the jar. You really want them to be even and at the same height, but once they are on they are on. I would still recommend this purchase to anyone! 10 out of 10. Gorgeous! These are stunning and I am in love.” —Kevin
Get a set of two from Amazon for $18.95+ (available in three finishes and two sizes).
5. A faux sheepskin to add some *oomph* to your barren floors. It’s so soft, fluffy, and chic, you may even be tempted to just lie on it for hours. Welcome to your new ~mid-century modern~ home.
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Promising review: “I did not have my hopes up high for this rug, as it was fairly inexpensive, BUT I was so happy when I got it!!! It is so extremely soft; exactly what I was looking for — 10/10!!” —Leilani Alvarez
Get a 2-by-3-foot size from Amazon for $21.99 (available in 10 shapes/sizes and in 10 colors).
6. Heat-resistant contact paper with a stainless-steel look if your refrigerator looks like it’s been around for a few too many decades and needs a modern touch. You can stick this on your dishwasher, oven, shelving, and everything else to make your kitchen look newly renovated.
7. A candle that radiates luxurious vibes without even being lit because of the gorgeous jar and bold scent. When you light this bad boy up, it’ll give off a captivating aroma of jasmine, oud, and sandalwood — making your home even more bougie.
Lulu Candles is a US-based small business that specializes in scented candles and perfumes.
Promising review: “I was staying over at a friend’s house and sitting next to her coffee table. She had this candle on the table and even though it wasn’t lit I could smell it, and it was so delicious that I instantly went online to find it and bought it for myself! If this came in a perfume I would buy enough to last the rest of my life. I don’t know how to even explain the scent but if you are an amber/patchouli/vanilla fan, this is absolutely for you. The jasmine adds an unbelievable freshness without a flowery scent.” —Melissa I.
Get it from Amazon for $16.95+ (available in three sizes, in gift box options, in packs of two, and in a variety of scents).
8. A bunch of faux tulips because trying to keep real flowers alive and/or buying new bouquets every week is such a hassle. Just plop these babies into a vase, and you’ll always have, well, the facade of fresh flowers. They look JUST like the real deal, so you may be able to trick your guests into thinking they’re from your tulip garden out back!
Promising review: “They look so real, and I get a ton of compliments on them. Everyone always thinks my husband surprised me with tulips (my favorite flower) and are shocked to learn these are not real. I have several of them throughout my house, and plan to buy more because they are great!” —Abbey S.
Get them from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in many colors and in sets of 20, 28, or 60).
9. Velvet room-darkening curtains to transform your window game and make you feel like you’re living in a palace. They’ll also reduce the light that enters your home so you’ll be able to get a few more hours of shuteye instead of the sun rudely awakening you at ungodly hours. 😒
Promising review: “These curtains are beautiful! They’re even more beautiful in person. Love the velvet touch, plus the emerald color looks so elegant. Before you hang them, I would advise you steam them to get the wrinkles out. I can’t wait to get another color! You’ll be happy with your purchase.” —Alex
Get them from Amazon for $36.99+ (available in five lengths, 24 colors, and with grommets or rod pockets).
10. A set of stunning vintage-looking glass coffee mugs because everything tastes better in an aesthetic cup, even water. Sip on your morning latte in this gorgeous piece of drinkware and feel like you’re THAT person! Plus each glass comes with a golden spoon so you can stir in your sugar cube — hey Alexa, play “Fancy” by Iggy Azalea.
Promising review: “I bought some of these for my mom as a gift and liked them so much when I saw her unbox them that I ended up buying two sets for myself too. Love the designs on the side and that they are stackable, so I don’t have to worry about them slip-sliding in the cabinet. They are great for coffees, ice cream, puddings, etc. Everyone who sees them when I bring them out ends up complimenting them. They feel substantial without feeling clunky. Will continue to give as gifts.” —Kathleen
Get a set of two from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in seven styles).
11. A Bodum pour-over coffee maker that looks like it should be sold at Williams-Sonoma. You’ll be smiling every morning while you pour out a cup of joe, knowing that you didn’t drop hundreds on this (in fact, it’s under $20).
Promising review: “Super easy to use, makes a mean cup of joe, and is nowhere near the price of a Chemex. I use mine on a daily basis and would absolutely recommend this product to any of my coffee-loving friends.” —Brad Lemons
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in three styles and two sizes).
12. A crystal jewelry box because there is no better place to store your fave earrings, necklaces, and bracelets than in this charming, bedazzled box.
13. A marble board wire cheese cutter that’ll not only be your go-to when you’re constructing a charcuterie board but will also look so *goud-a* sitting on your kitchen counter. It’s un*brie*lievable how easily it slices through any block of cheese #satisfyingtok. Sorry for the puns, I know they were *cheesy* — OK, I’ll see myself out now.
Check out a TikTok of the cheese slicer in action.
Promising review: “My mother-in-law had purchased one last year and I tried hers at Christmas and fell in love with how easy it was to use. We have a lot of get togethers with friends and cheese is a staple appetizer in our house. So I purchased my own and have been using it weekly since. It cuts easily and it’s mostly easy to clean. Sometimes cheese gets stuck in the crack but some scrubbing with a small brush usually does the trick.” —Jessica
Get it from Amazon for $18.05+ (available in two colors).
14. An under-cabinet wineglass rack so you don’t have to store your fab glasses behind closed doors and it’ll be extra easy to access ’em if you need wine ASAP.
Promising review: “I really like this wine rack! I needed a nice, space-saving solution for wineglasses that are too tall to go in my glass cabinet, and this rack fits the bill. It was simple to install and looks great. Good buy!” —Cycle Mom
Get it from Amazon for $19.93+ (available in four styles and four colors).
15. A decorative vintage mirror if you love the Victorian era aesthetic and want to turn your home into the royal palace.
Promising review: “I looked at dozens of similar mirrors for 10 times the price. This looks great on my gallery wall and is great quality.” —Caitlin Smith
Get it from Amazon for $17.60+ (available in two sizes)
16. Satin nickel switch plates so you can replace that plain ol’ white one and add a fancy-schmancy touch to your wall, because every detail counts.
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Promising review: “Feels quality, not flimsy. Installed in a bathroom and adds a nice classy vintage touch to my switch. The metal is not highly reflective, closer to a brushed look. Great for disguising fingerprints and blends in with other non-reflective metal hardware. When the light switch is frequently the first thing someone looks at and reaches for in a room, having a quality cover like this gets noticed and enhances a room very easily. I can’t believe I’m still writing about how much I enjoy a light switch cover.” —Tom Generic Dude
Get it from Amazon for $6.87 (also available in a switch plate cover design and a combo design).
17. Metallic shower corner shelves because balancing all your shower products on the bathtub rim is way too chaotic, and these will make your barren tile walls look way more ~luxe~.
These can be installed with either glue or screws, and reviewers report that either method is super secure.
Promising review: “We installed these shelves using the epoxy in our tile shower at home, and we liked them so much, we bought them again when we were remodeling another house. They hold the right amount. They have never come even a little loose.” —Marsha dePuy
Get a set of two from Amazon for $29.99 (available in four colors).
18. A magnificent stone-effect spray paint that could not be easier to apply. All you have to do is spray it onto any surface, and bada-bing, bada-boom — your ugly rental bathroom just got a makeover!
Promising review: “For a fraction of the cost and the amazing results, I would recommend this. It was a quick fix to our ugly, really ugly laminate (boring) bathroom counter-top. I would recommend buying double (whatever you think you might need) for coverage. Our, at least 40-year-old, handmade, bathroom counter was approximately 3′ by 6′. So we purchased 5 cans. I wanted one extra because I taped around the faucet too loosely for touch-ups. We used all five cans. If you live in a high humidity area, like us, give it plenty of time to cure. It took three days for second coats, then I added a third coat, so add on two more days and a fourth to give it that extra oomph. We are selling our home, so plan carefully, depending on your climate, it might take longer than you think.” —Ama Zon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $10.53+ (available in six colors).
19. A gold watering can and mister to give your plant babies some TLC with ~style~ instead using those boring ol’ plastic watering cans. Plus, you can leave ’em out on your countertop or a shelf, and they’ll double as decor!
Promising review: “This watering can is so easy to use, and it holds much more water than you would think by the size. I also love the cap that comes on the end of the spout — a great way to avoid spills!! I appreciate the pretty mister that comes with it, too. Both look very nice on the shelf where I house my plants in front of a window.” —MC Phillips
Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in three colors).
20. Some peel-and-stick subway tile backsplash — no need to take a sledgehammer to your very expensive home for this jaw-dropping makeover.
Promising review: “This peel-and-stick tile backsplash has completely changed the look of our kitchen. It was relatively easy to install and it was our first time using any peel-and-stick product. One thing we did learn is once it’s on the wall…it’s not coming off easily. I would highly recommend using the glass cleaner method — this will allow more time to fix your placement if you don’t have it just right. Overall, this product is totally worth the price and little time it takes to apply. PS: It’s a great quarantine project if you’re looking for one! :)” —Nikki Moody
Get a 10-pack of 12″x12″ panels from Amazon for $23.85+ (available in nine colors).
21. A set of amber soap dispensers to give your sink that rustic look instead of having to stare at the half-empty bottle of Softsoap you got from the dollar store.
Promising review: “These are amazing soap dispensers. The amber glass is sturdy and strong, and the pump works great. They’re easy to fill and they look so good on your bathroom or kitchen countertop. Highly recommend!” —Emily
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $14.99 (available in three different pump colors).
22. Some hanging glass lights here to elevate your lighting game, especially if you pair them with some Edison bulbs for a vintage vibe.
The cord measures 10 inches so you have the freedom to adjust the height as desired.
Promising review: “I received lots of compliments and when I tell them I got them on Amazon, they’re surprised! They’re especially shocked when I tell them how much I paid. You definitely can’t beat the price! It’s a simple design with a ‘WOW!’ statement. I definitely recommend these pendants!” —KMags
Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in two colors; bulb *not* included), and a four-pack of Edison bulbs for $14.98.
23. Or an acrylic chandelier lampshade that’ll turn your overhead lighting ~deluxe~. It’ll transform your entire room and probably make you belt out 🎶 “I’m gonna swing from the chandelieeer” 🎶 every time you see it.
24. A roll of faux-marble contact paper if you want to change up your desk or countertops without paying the price of a reno. This adhesive film will make it look like you went out and bought new furniture — don’t worry, it’ll be our secret!
Promising review: “So Pinteresting! I used this adhesive film to turn two cheap Ikea tables into less-cheap-looking Ikea tables because I’m not made of money but I would like others to believe I am. Super simple to use and a ton of it for the price I was really pleased overall. The pattern actually looks like marble, not a weird pixely repetitive pattern, so that’s great as well.” —Spencer House
Get a 17″x78″ roll from Amazon for $18.61 (also available in six other styles).
25. A wine decanter to give your at-home bar a luxe upgrade. It’ll aerate your vino and have it tasting even better than before!
Promising review: “I was a little nervous to purchase this as a gift for someone because it’s glass, and I was worried it would arrive broken. However, it was very well packaged and came in perfect condition. It is a really beautiful decanter and anybody who is a wine drinker would love to have this. I am so glad that I decided to purchase it. It is larger than I thought it was going to be as well, which is always a nice surprise.” —Kaila Knies
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
26. A set of tall jars because these are, without a doubt, the best way to store small kitchen items instead of keeping them in their beat-up cardboard packaging. You’ll want to leave these jars out on your countertop because they’re absolutely stunning!
27. A pack of LED battery-operated puck lights — stick ’em under your kitchen cabinets, in your closets, or anywhere else that could use some gentle ~illumination~. Now when you go for some late-night snacking, you won’t be blinded by the bright overhead lighting.
The lights come with a remote that includes a dimmer, an auto-off timer, and an easy on/off switch for your convenience. You can also just simply tap on the lights to turn them off. Because they run on batteries, you won’t have to go through the trouble of hiring an electrician, and they run for 100 hours before you have to replace the batteries.
Promising review: “Exactly what I needed! It’s super easy to install. Took me less than five minutes! I didn’t want to wire anything or have wires showing so this was it! They are so convenient and looks great! The remote makes it even better. It’s soooo easy to control them. I absolutely love it! I will be ordering more for my home office cubbies! Hope they last!!!” —SM
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in other packs).
28. Or these stick-on track lights if you want a brighter, more uniform lighting option. They come with an adhesive backing so all you gotta do is stick ’em on, plug them in, and enjoy!
It includes a remote that can adjust the brightness.
Promising review: “This is a wonderful product; just what I wanted. It’s super easy to install, and I love that it breaks off into sections so you don’t have any hanging over to hide. The remote is awesome, and there are lots of brightness settings. I’m going to use these everywhere!” —Queen Halloween
Get the six-piece kit from Amazon for $16.79+ (available in three light colors and another size).
29. Some faux marble coasters because there’s something about that marble look that just screams fancy, especially when the veining is metallic. They have cork padding to protect your table from any scratches! With these beauties on standby, maybe whoever comes over will actually want to use one without you nagging them.
30. A vintage coquette tray that’ll be the perfect addition to your nightstand so you can store your jewelry before you hit the hay. The bows are just so darling and give it such a fem vibe — eek, I’m obsessed!
Reviewers say to pay attention to the measurements, because it’s smaller than they assumed!
Promising review: “Charming and elegant. This looks so expensive. I gave it to my mother for her birthday, and she was quite impressed. She uses it as a place to put her rings when she is doing things in the kitchen. It’s the perfect size, and she was very impressed. I didn’t want to tell her how inexpensive it was, but isn’t that what you want in a gift? A big bang for your buck?” —NMW
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in three styles).
31. Peel-and-stick floor tiles so you can zhuzh up your flooring. These are perfect if you’re a renter because you can just stick them on, and *BAM* — you’ve got fancy tiles.
Promising review: “For under $100 I redid my entire bathroom! We moved into our home two years ago, and our small main-floor bathroom had hideous orange mosaic tiles. We want to eventually gut and rehab our bathroom but wanted to give it a cheap facelift. Floorpops made that possible and a very inexpensive option! We used caulk to seal some of the tiny gaps and caulked around the tub and underneath the baseboards for a good seal. The tiles are not moving at all and have adhered okay.” —Agnieska
Get it from Amazon for $12.90+ (available in two colors).
32. And an antique-inspired decorative mirror tray if you love that vintage aesthetic. You can put your finest jewelry, trinkets, and candles out for display on this lovely piece of decor.
Promising review: “I’ve been on the hunt for a vanity tray, but they’re all so pricy. Not going to lie, when I saw this I was like, ‘No way this is going to be that nice for that price.’ I can let you know I happily was surprised! It’s perfect! I want every color now!” —xxitsjess69
Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in three colors).
33. A roll of vinyl tile stickers that’ll turn your home from meh to ~WOW~ without having to tear out your entire wall. They’ll give your living space a European vibe and renters love ’em because they don’t leave behind any sticky residue — um, yes please!
Quadrostyle / Etsy
These are available in units or as complete floor panels.
Quadrostyle is a woman-founded brand from Aussie designer Gabrielle Morabia. With operations based in Bali and an HQ in the south of France, Quadrostyle embraces all corners of the globe and takes inspiration from the traditional tiles found in the Mediterranean, Latin America, and Scandinavia.
Promising review: “These have transformed my rented house! They are so easy to apply — literally just peel and stick, and you can adjust them if need be as you’re sticking them on. They look so lovely and brighten up the kitchen, making it feel modern and fresh. Will definitely be thinking of how else to use them in other parts of the house!” —Victoria Philpott
Get them from Quadrostyle on Etsy for $4.37+ (available in multiple sizes and packs, and two types).
34. A set of weather-resistant accent magnets if you can’t stand to look at your barren garage door anymore. These are way, waaay cheaper than replacing the entire thing, and it’ll give your garage that classic carriage house look. When people drive by your home, they’ll be thinking to themselves, “Wow…that looks *so* nice.”
This set includes four magnetic carriage-style gate hinges, and two magnetic handles. And if you’d like to add faux magnetic windows to your garage door, here is a decorating kit to help you out.
Promising review: “The photos are before and after. These took about five minutes to install. They look amazing. Neighbors thought we purchased new garage doors.” —Shanna
Get the set from Amazon for $15.99.
35. A set of chic and snazzy brass drawer pulls to immediately zhuzh up your bathroom or kitchen cabinets and add a more modern vibe to them.
Promising review: “I got these drawer pulls for an old nightstand I was redoing. They are such an excellent upgrade and for a very affordable price! I’m so happy with the finished product — simple to install, sturdy, and a super fresh design!” —Madison B.
Get a set of 10 from Amazon for $19.79+ (available in 13 sizes and in packs of 1–200).
36. And a set of gold metal feet so you can make your dressers, couch, and bookshelves look way more luxe instead of splurging on new pieces. They’re super sturdy and screw on easily!
Promising review: “We renovated to a more modern-industrial look and wanted to keep our mid-century modern slate-blue-gray sofa. Unfortunately, it has no legs. So to bring it into a more contemporary style, we added these legs. We are thrilled with how it turned out! Really made the couch look new again and the subtle styling blends in well with our new surroundings. The price was amazing. I would get these again in any size.” —Lorine Thiele
Get a set of four from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in four sizes and five colors).
37. A set of luxe velvet slip covers that’ll turn your couch from drab to ~faaab~ — you’ll feel like royalty anytime you plop down to take a nap. Bonus: It’ll also hide all those tears and stains that make you go “yeesh 😬” every time you lay eyes on them. And! If you happen to spill something or your doggo has an accident on the cover, you can just toss it into the washing machine!
The four-piece set comes with a base cover and three individual cushion covers. AND these covers are also available in a smaller version for armchairs!
Promising review: “I have never been so excited about a slip cover. Total transformation of our couch and loveseat. I was worried about it not working on our leather couch, but it stays on really well due to the straps and the separate cushion covers. LOVE.” —Brian/Liz
Get it from Amazon for $32.49+ (available in five sizes and 14 colors).
38. A waterfall faucet because let’s be so honest, these make you feel way bougier than all the other ones.
39. A set of itty bitty vintage-inspired spoons, perfect for stirring your coffee and tea or indulging in a sweet treat after dinner. When they’re not in use, they definitely make for a gorgeous piece of kitchen decor.
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