“Wayfair Verified” Can Help You Shop Smarter and Faster for Furniture and Decor

Danielle BlundellExecutive Director of Home
Danielle BlundellExecutive Director of Home
As Apartment Therapy's Executive Home Director, I head up our decorating, trends, and designer coverage. I studied Media Studies at UVa and Journalism at Columbia and have worked in media for more than a decade. I love homes, heels, the history of art, and hockey — but not necessarily in that order.
published Mar 25, 2025
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Don’t get me wrong: I love to hunt for vintage treasures at flea markets, and I enjoy digging in bins at thrift stores and sample sales. But when it comes to online shopping, I’m all about a shortcut. And today my latest find can be your victory, too — the Wayfair Verified section on Wayfair’s website.

Wayfair has quietly been making some improvements to its shopping experience over the past few years. The brand launched a brick-and-mortar store back in 2024, and now comes this section, which is chock-full of products that earn high marks for quality and value, as judged by a special team of dedicated product testers.

What Is Wayfair Verified?

The selection process for “Wayfair Verified” consideration starts with customer favorites — the brand keeps an eye on best-sellers and products already well-reviewed in its inventory. From there, testers run potential items through a 20-point vetting process.

Each piece is examined by hand, and ease of assembly plays a role in selection as well. From there, pricing comes into play; anything bearing the “Wayfair Verified” label should be at what the company considers the best possible price for the category. 

“Wayfair Verified” offerings run the gamut from large furniture and mattresses to lighting and textiles. You’ll also find some smaller decorative pieces and tableware in the mix. The idea here is that if you’re in the market for something specific, this section could be a great starting point for your search — especially because Wayfair truly has what feels like unlimited offerings in certain categories. 

Again, because I love a shopping shortcut, I picked out a few items in the “Wayfair Verified” section to share with you here. Each of these pieces balances substance with style with aplomb. 

What I’m Shopping from Wayfair Verified  

Dotted Line 12-Pair Stackable Shoe Rack, Set of 2
$72

Need an organic-modern-looking shoe organizer to tame your pile of Nikes by the door? This 12-Pair Stackable Shoe Rack fits the bill and comes in under $75. You could even use a few pairs to build out a whole wall in a bedroom.

$72 at Wayfair
Willa Arlo Interiors Bairoil Metal 3-Tier Bar Cart
$116

At a little over 17.5 inches wide, this cutie bar cart can squeeze into the tightest of spots and even features room for hanging wine glasses. And you know it’ll be easy to build, as it’s earned the “Wayfair Verified” stamp.

$116 at Wayfair
Wayfair Basics 1800 Series Sheet Set, Queen
$44$26

I’m super impressed by how many colors are available in Wayfair Basics’ 1800 Series Sheet Sets. The only thing that’s maybe more impressive? How inexpensive even a queen set is, starting at just under $20 during the brand’s Spring Cyber Week sale.

$26 at Wayfair
Kelly Clarkson Home Lucie Flat Mirror
$197$168

Looking for a trendy-meets-timeless mirror to hang or place above your mantel? The Lucie Shabby Elegance Scallop Accent Mirror comes in a ton of finishes, so it’ll go with any style of decor. It’s also the perfect size to put above a dresser and can be mounted either vertically or horizontally.

$168 at Wayfair
Mercer41 Oval Tufted Bullion Fringe Storage Bench
$400$275

If you’re into the English cottage aesthetic, this fringe trimmed and tufted ottoman will be right up your alley. It earns bonus points for its hidden storage compartment and comes in two beautiful, neural colorways: gold and green.

$275 at Wayfair
Red Barrel Studio Bathroom Floor Storage Cabinet
$107$90

Anytime you can spare a little bit of square footage in a bathroom, you should add a closed cabinet. This four-door design looks fancy and saves you the step of having to sand and paint something plain white.

$90 at Wayfair
Birch Lane Momsen Scallop Shade Lamp
$75$59

Little lamps have been style MVPs for the past few years. You can place them anywhere from bar carts and kitchen counters to desks and small nightstands. Birch Lane’s Momsen Scallop Shade Lamp is a lot of lamp for the price, and its sweet, wavy shade makes it more eye-catching than the average light.

$59 at Wayfair
Mercury Row Brumback Velvet Sofa
$320$250

Small-space dwellers should give the Mercury Row Brubeck Velvet Square Arm Sofa a second glance. It’s under $300 right now, less than 70 inches wide, and available in high-end navy and forest green finishes. The hairpin wood legs and clean lines give it a decidedly mid-century modern vibe.

$250 at Wayfair
Birch Lane Ableton 6-Light Chandelier
$195$129

With traditional and transitional decor surging again, old-school, iron-look “candlestick” chandeliers are making a comeback. You’d be hard pressed to find something as large and elegant as the Ableton Chandelier for that $129 price tag. Tons of finishes are available for coordinating with the rest of your dining room decor.

$129 at Wayfair
Kelly Clarkson Home Sydney Boucle Upholstered Swivel Armchair
$405$325

An oversized, cozy chair that swivels and features trendy bouclé for less than $350? That’s quite a deal. Choose the Sydney in ivory, oatmeal, dark gray, or green fabric. One would be a great accent to a loveseat in a smaller living room, and a pair would be nice opposite a larger three-seat sofa in a bigger space.

$325 at Wayfair
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