#home-decor

#home-decor

I started my career as a New York City shopping reporter writing about sales and deals, and even though I've transitioned to covering online shopping, I'm still a sucker for a good store experience. One store I always have a good time wandering around in is The Home Depot. It's where I bought my current apartment's custom-fit shades and the extra shelves I put up in the kitchen.

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A piece of decor that some might have once snubbed has come back in style, and that's the TV tray. First advertised in 1952, TV trays were typically sold in folding sets of four. Though it is tricky to track down exactly who invented the moveable object, the invention soon permeated all layers of society, even reaching the presidential household, before falling from grace.

I recently got inspired by a trend on Nuuly, a clothing rental platform, called "The Wrong Jacket." It's all about pairing an unexpected coat choice - whether that's the proportion of the jacket, the color, or its texture - with your outfit (think: an oversized blazer with track pants, for example.) It's kind of the unexpected red theory of the fashion world.

When it comes to holiday decorating, pool noodles are basically a layperson's floral foam block - but in a large size well-suited for a banister or a mantel - and in a bendier material that makes them perfect for wrapping around archways and edges. Do you have an arch-shaped window or door? A circular mirror? An oval coffee table that could use a little more pizzazz for your holiday party? Wrap a pool noodle around the edge, then fill in with garland.

When my sconce arrived, I was pleased to find it had some weight to it, making it feel far more luxe than its price tag would suggest. The glass is super heavy and thick, in a beautiful tulip shape - and the bulb comes with all sorts of colors, and can be dimmed to your preferences.

The secret is in pleat tape, which Dalton threads through the back tabs to help give the top of the curtain more structure. Then, he makes even folds across the top edge of the curtain, adding a curtain clip to pinch each into place. The result: The curtain doesn't sag or droop between the clips, making it look a whole lot sleeker and way more expensive (even though the pleat tape only cost $15!).

Sometimes an item is just so good that you simply must buy multiples of it. Whether it's a set of wine glasses or the softest bath towels, every so often you find something that checks every box, and therefore you end the search for anything else in that category. Those special items are essential to pay attention to, because they're a testament to how much a shopper - especially someone you trust - values them.

To say that fish are trending right now feels sort of silly, but it's true: The tinned fish frenzy that started in the wake of the pandemic has proved to have serious staying power; I've seen fish of all sorts adorning tank tops, shoulder bags, and sweaters from seemingly every it-girl brand; and there are so many aquatic-themed tableware options at this point that you could easily outfit a dinner party table entirely with fishy finds.

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, which means so is Article's Black Friday sale. But if you're getting restless in anticipation of the marathon shopping holiday, there are a few early discounts you can shop right now. Whether you need to get a head start on your bedroom refresh or score a deal on that dining table you've been eyeing just in time for holiday hosting, Article has Scandi-inspired wares

If you've ever watched your dog or cat leap onto the bed or sofa with reckless abandon, you know the mix of pride and worry that comes with it every single time they make that jump. Pets love being close to their humans and feel safest at elevated heights, but those jumps can put a lot of strain on their joints, especially as they age or if they're recovering from injury or surgery.

If there's one thing you learn being a shopping writer, it's that Black Friday sales never come too early. Even in October, we're snooping on the early Crate & Barrel Black Friday sales to see where we can score big deals on some of our favorite sectionals, home decor, and furniture collabs (see Jeremiah Brent, Athena Calderone, and Louise Roe).

While many historic trends should probably stay in the past, the best beanbag chairs are one item making a very welcome comeback. These playful pieces of furniture emerged on the design scene in the late 1960s when Italy's Zanotta Design commissioned Cesare Paolini, Piero Gatti, and Franco Teodoro to design the first beanbag chair. It quickly took off from there, becoming a laid-back fixture in basements and living rooms across the world.

"Canopy beds add an instant sense of charm and architecture to a space, creating a feeling of enclosure that's both playful and cozy," explains Cate Gutter, owner and principal designer at CWG Design in Charlotte, North Carolina. "I love how a canopy bed can anchor a room visually, while offering opportunities to layer pattern and texture in a way that feels intentional - but still lighthearted."

Step 1: Start by Grouping Like Items Litman's first tip was to pull everything off the shelves and sort it into categories. "Start by grouping all your items together. Then decide what you want to showcase and group based on category," she says. "This could be grouping by collections, types of books, colors, or whatever you feel makes sense for your stuff."

Welcome to the retro reset, where '70s, '80s and '90s aesthetics are getting a second life. It's not just in fashion and film but in home décor and tech. Whether you actually lived through it or long for a past you never experienced, nostalgia is fueling a surge of interest from Gen X to Gen Z in throwback styles that blend vintage charm with modern convenience.

Picture this: You're sitting in front of a warm fireplace, enjoying the crackling sounds of the flames. Make that dream a reality with the best electric fireplaces on Amazon. Sure, you can pull out a space heater to make your space more toasty, but an electric fireplace provides an opportunity to get warm and make an aesthetic choice at the same time. Unlike tending to real flames or gas fireplaces, these require virtually zero maintenance and often just need an outlet to work.

When it comes to the ultimate easygoing, elevated bedding, you'll want to reach for the best linen sheets. This fabric is an old faithful with great range, seen everywhere from Scandi-style beach houses to cozy, colorful city apartments, owing to their breathability and relaxed look. And while you may think linen is just for summer and waterfront locales-yes, the moisture-wicking fabric works beautifully for body temperature regulation-the cozy, long-lasting material has become increasingly popular year-round for sheets, duvets, and shams for any style or space.