Karen Marsala

Jumpstart your day with one of these stylish, cheery options.

Whether you're just beginning to curate your favorite pieces, or you already have a gallery wall that rivals your local museum, we're here to offer up some tips to mix things up.

We all want our living rooms to reflect the very best version of ourselves, but we also want them to be a haven to relax in at the end of the day. These rooms do just that.

It's the versatile furniture solution you may be overlooking.

Here's what to buy with your holiday cash.

An organized bathroom is just a click away.

Catching some zzz's has never been so practical.

We can't stop thinking about this hilarious accent from one design enthusiast's house tour.

These well-appointed seats will prove style and size aren't mutually exclusive.

Embrace your bold streak with these color-drenched pieces.

You don't necessarily need a refreshing glass of lemonade or blood orange sorbet to enjoy this fruity fad.

They're trendy, pretty, and relatively affordable.

Awesome (and affordable!) pieces to add to your gallery wall.

These six pieces will give your home a beachy, breezy flair.

Receive the first-class treatment with these well-appointed picks.

You may know West Elm's site inside and out, but have you picked up this adorable find?

Love marble as much as we do? These accessories are an easy way to bring a sleek edge to your space.

Why settle for a pop of color when you can have a beautiful, color-dipped piece instead?

Six setups that rival a single, minimalist bookshelf.

The color marigold is having a home decor trend moment.

You’ve probably heard of the site Dormify, but didn’t consider giving it a second glance because, well, you’re not in college anymore. However, considering the brand’s well-curated selection of decor for small spaces, it’s just as ideal for the urban dweller as it is for collegiate dorm rooms. Check out some of our highly covetable finds below. This black-and-white Scandi-inspired pillow sham will take your bedding game to the next level.

Whether you’re looking for a new pair of desk scissors or an entire decor overhaul, you don’t want it to look like everyone else’s. We’ll admit we love a good VITTSJO shelving unit as much as the next person, but sometimes we crave a bit more originality. Enter Of a Kind. This creative online boutique stocks cool, limited-edition pieces from budding designers, which means the chances are unlikely that everyone in your contacts list will be rocking the same look.

If you’re the kind of shopper who heads to Amazon with a specific idea in mind of what you’re looking for, you’re not alone. However, a little known secret to finding interesting, more unique items is actually through a portal shown every time you log on. It’s called “Interesting Finds” and is accessed by clicking the “Explore” button at the top of the screen.

Are you nervous about pulling the trigger on a possible new paint job? It’s only normal to have a bit of decision paralysis on such a seemingly big decision. What colors do you choose? What happens if you change your mind once it actually dries on the wall? What happens if–gasp–you don’t like it? We consulted several of our favorite designers to ask them what exactly you can do to prevent any paint-related disasters from occurring in the first place.

Take a look at some of our favorite ways to intersperse this special shade into your home decor.

While it can be tempting to embrace ALL of the prints, less is more when it comes to decorating with these fun fabrics.

We love the organic feel that a piece of rustic decor can bring to a room. Whether in the form of an objet d’art or something more substantial like a handmade wooden stool, rustic items are truly seasonless. Try adding one (or two!) of our favorite finds below to freshen up your decor repertoire—on the cheap! Crafted from recycled spruce and barn wood, this handmade bench makes a lovely rustic addition to your home. This diminutive stool is more of decoration.

Just because shelves are utilitarian in nature doesn't mean they have to look it.

Looking for a little spring refresh, but don’t feel like spending a ton of money? We feel you. While we generally turn to IKEA to supply us with stylish basics (BILLY bookcases, anyone?), it’s a great source of inspiration as well. Below, we found 10 great items—all clocking in at under $50—to breathe new life into our living rooms this season.

We’re all for the sheen look that a glossy, sleek shade of black brings to our home decor, but one trend we’re really digging as of late involves the exact opposite. Matte black is hitting the scene in a big way, and we’re here for it. Check out some of our picks below to see how you can incorporate it into your home. This sleek Scandi planter would feel right at home tucked in the corner of your living room housing your favorite fiddle leaf fig tree.

Inspired by high-end home decor images, but need to do it on a budget? We feel you. Luckily, with the range of items available both in stores and online these days, it’s a cinch to replicate the more expensive look—just on a budget. Below are 10 ultra-chic picks that are perfect for when you’re really in the mood to splurge, but your bank account’s giving you the side-eye. This 28-inch round mirror is a budget favorite of bloggers and designers across the internet.

If your living room could use a jolt of color, these images are sure to inspire.

Need to score some stylish, yet festive, New Year’s Eve decorations but fear you may have run out of time? Not to worry. For the last-minute procrastinators among us (no judgments here!), Amazon Prime is a saving grace. We’ve scoured the site to find an assortment of decorations that’s sure to satisfy even the pickiest partygoers. Let the festivities begin! What better way to ring in the New Year than with huge oversized gold balloons?

We all love perusing IKEA for the stylish home decor they offer at outlandishly reasonable prices. And the Scandi styles and clean lines mean minimalists are sure to fall for much of what IKEA offers. But honing in on the best items offered by the Swedish retailer can be a bit daunting, so we’ve taken the liberty of highlighting some of our favorite minimalist picks below.

Sure, we often think of the fast fashion retailer when we want some new items to jazz up our wardrobes. However, we’re longtime fans of their extensive home section too, where the affordable buys look anything but cheap. Peruse our favorite finds below, ranging from decor to glassware to rugs—all at palatable price points—to keep any unwanted guilt at bay.