Decorating

It's simply stunning.

Nothing makes or breaks a room quite like lighting. It changes the mood, sets the ambiance, and can help define spaces like living and dining rooms or nooks and kitchens, particularly in open-concept layouts. Plus, why settle for bad lighting when the fun, functional options out there are endless? If you think about it, your bedroom can become a whole different space when you customize it with the perfect reading lamp for staying up to finish that novel.

The eclectic array of home, garden and everything-in-between finds you’re bound to score at these flea markets will leave you as high as their elevations. Where: Chandler, Arizona When to visit: Monthly; next up is July 14-17, 10 am to 5 pm Why it’s worth the stop: The whole town of Chandler is buzzing about the city’s newest flea market show.

Part bargain seeking and part treasure hunting, shopping at your local thrift store is a great way to save money and find unique items that are otherwise unavailable in the current retail market. I’ve rounded up some tips for navigating the realm of thrifting and please leave your favorite tips in the comments!

If you’re looking for an easy and rewarding “in” to buying and selling online, there is no better option than Craigslist. Far easier than eBay, Craigslist offers more regionally relevant listings for the sharp-eyed shopper, and as a student with an uncompromising taste in good (and often expensive) design, Craigslist was one of the few venues available to me for furnishing my apartment.

Simple silhouettes, minimal hardware, and pared-down color palettes. Let’s face it, most design enthusiasts can spot a modern piece from a mile away. (Psst… we broke down the difference between minimalist, modern, and contemporary, if you’re not up to date!) In 2018, almost every store has a slew of furniture and accessories that are inspired by mid-century modern classics—and for good reason. The style is contemporary, timeless, and looks good in virtually any space.

And it's a fall dream!

For me, maybe?

Hope you’re reading this one at home because it’s about to get a little risqué up in here. But for good reason. Lately, designers have been featuring the body—female breasts and butts to be specific—on housewares, art prints, embroidery, and clothing, and it’s not simply in appreciation of those killer curves. But we’ll get to that later.

Those tropes about walking into Target or Home Goods for one thing and walking out with armfuls? That’s the IKEA Marketplace for me. Everything’s so affordable, and I can’t escape the feeling that I’ll have my whole life together if I can just organize my kitchen like this perfect little endcap vignette. While I’ve made my share of questionable choices from the downstairs marketplace, there are three super-affordable home staples that stand out as major winners.

Fans of the colorful style of Bri Emery, we have great news. The Los Angeles-based creative director and founder of Designlovefest partnered with Target for a new travel collection, and it’s available right now. Emery has been teasing the collection on her Instagram for nearly a week now, giving glimpses of the pieces in action in her IG Stories.

The world of design is a weird and a wonderful one, and in my line of work I see plenty of unique things. There’s plenty of really peculiar furniture out there, and I’ve written about a lot of it, but out of all of it, there a few pieces that stand out to me: things so unusual and yet so arresting that I can’t get them out of my head; things so bizarre and yet so lovely that I would gladly take them home, no matter how many friends were to ask me “What is that?

Starting at just $22!

I couldn't even tell I was sleeping in a 58-degree apartment, thanks to these sheets.

If the 2020s have taught us anything so far, it’s that planning anything far in advance is can be a dumb idea.

Scratches, dust, and cloudiness, be gone!

From our editors' radars straight to your own home.

Update your space with the latest trendy pieces.

If you're in the market for a new sofa, look no further.

My expectations were sky high, but these pillows met them.

Get organized for fall!

I got it on Facebook Marketplace, and you can find something like it, too!

This is how you can give visitors their own dedicated space.

You probably haven't discovered them yet, so take a look!

It's truly an all-in-one solution.

From our editors' radars straight to your own home.

Say goodbye to slimy cilantro!

"The softest sheets I’ve ever slept on, and I’ll definitely be buying more.”

Estate sales are full of vintage gems. You just need to know what to look for to score big.

It even made our Best List.

Talk about charming!

"When designing the home accessory pieces, I wanted to marry art and functionality, and be able to reimagine any space into a serene oasis."

It's the gift that keeps on giving... for a week, to be exact.

We're big fans of this high-quality, wallet-friendly brand.

Is there anything Our Place can't do?

If you're looking for a duvet cover that's soft, cozy, and cloud-like, look no further.

It's a self-care must-have.

You should really be making ‘shroom for… mushrooms!

They'll literally light up your life.

It'll save you even more time!

All less than $60!

Forget the pumpkins and skeletons, this fall decor is all about rattan chairs, ceramic plates, and velvet cushions.

From our editors' radars straight to your own home.

From the runway to your living room.

Get ready for no-mess eggs!

From small space-friendly mirrors to luxe-looking nightstand decor.

“We wanted to show how we understand that furniture isn’t necessarily useful forever.”

It's home to tons of viral (and Apartment Therapy) favorites!

Snuggle up in ultra-soft comfort.

Get to know Home Depot's softer side.

These picks are scary good.

Jumpstart your morning and wind down at night

It doubles as pretty kitchen décor!

Leftovers never looked so good.

It's truly the one self-care item everyone should have in their bathroom.

From our editors' radars straight to your own home.

A sleek and simple bed upgrade.

From small-space-friendly lighting to luxe-looking throw pillows.

Calling all design fans!

Add a little spice to your layout today.

And it's a neutrals lover's dream!

If you love vinyl, then this is the best $19 you'll spend this week.

I'm a weighted blanket convert, thanks to this option.

There's a lot to love about IKEA But one perk you're probably overlooking is the store's loyalty card.

Hint: Etsy is a really good place to find linen!

Clean dreams are made of these...

Your mid-day snack just got easier to find.

It's one stunning investment piece!

From our editors' radars straight to your own home.

And added privacy to boot!

This baby checks all of our boxes for uber-stylish, super-high-functioning kitchenware.

From statement shower curtains to luxe-looking organizers.