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    35 Affordable Pieces Of Decor To Add Much Needed Calm To Your Chaotic Home

    Sometimes you just have to turn on a TikTok-beloved moon lamp and stare into its beautiful orb until you're calm again.

    1. A mini illuminated relaxation waterfall for your work desk or your bedside table, perfect for calming some of the "AGJAKLFGJAG" in your brain.

    The water in motion on the three layers of the mini fountain
    Reviewer image of the three tiered small waterfall with metal plates in a home

    Promising review: "Awesome addition to my workspace environment. I've tried several fountains so far. This one is awesome, the pump is quiet, as is the water, it simply provides a really nice environmental impact on my workspace. I run it up to eight hours in a day, use distilled water only and clean it periodically, and it's running just like new after several weeks. Not all of the fountains that I've tried work quite so well, I'm impressed and happy with this purchase. Six-month update: If I could give this thing 6 stars, I would. It runs so quiet, and I nearly let it go dry last weekend *(three-day weekend and forgot to turn it off...) — once I filled it up again it was just as quiet as ever. I'm beyond impressed. Still cleaning it periodically and using only distilled water." —Rod

    Get it from Amazon for $29.99.

    2. A rainbow prism suncatcher you can easily hang indoors or out to refract sunlight and make a bunch of teensy little rainbows all over the place, adding a subtle touch of calming magic in your space 🌈.

    reviewer image of tiny rainbows reflected around a couch and room
    Reviewer image of a cat with a rainbow on it

    Promising review: "They actually were bigger than I anticipated which was actually pretty awesome. I hung them in the window of my office and its beautiful when they catch light. Definitely worth the money when it puts a smile on your face." —Emmy Ann

    Get a set of two from Amazon for $8.98.

    3. A set of stackable trays in pretty pastels and geometric designs to give your cluttered nightstand or coffee table a soothing face lift. 

    Geometric trays in pink, yellow, green, and white
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I love the trays. I use them on my dresser for jewelry. The pastel colors are beautiful. The sellers pics are spot on. Adorable and exactly what I wanted." —Piper

    Get a set of four from Amazon for $12.85.

    4. An eye-catching moon phase garland that'll give some balance to the space above your bed (and inspire you to get up in the morning by ~reaching for the moon~). 

    Gold garland with different moon phases hanging from it above a bed
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I'm an incoming freshman this fall and I bought this to add some personality to my dorm. It has beyond exceeded my expectations! I placed it directly on top of my dorm bed as shown in the display photos and am so pleased with how it looks. It fits perfectly with the gray/white color scheme I was going for and have received numerous compliments from both my friends and RAs when they've visited. I cannot stress enough how much of an 'aesthetic feel' it adds to my dorm." —jhsgf

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99.

    5. A vintage-inspired storage ottoman for some ~sneaky storage~ to help declutter your bedroom or living room (and make for a perfect way to kick up your feet while you're watching TV or working from home).

    A gold hairpin legged blush pink velvet ottoman with a removable lid
    BuzzFeed editor flipping the top of the ottoman to show the storage and the table top underneath
    Amazon, Emma Lord/BuzzFeed

    Another bonus? If you flip the lid over, it has a wooden base, so you can *also* use this as a teensy snack table. I recently got one of these for my new apartment to stash my candles and ~candle accessories~ in and it's pretty much become my favorite piece of furniture?? I use it to prop up my feet during work hours and sometimes if I want to eat on my couch I'll use it as a tray. It's also sturdy enough to sit on, if I ever wanted to have guests over and needed an extra chair. It was RIDICULOUSLY easy to set up — I had it done in less than 10 minutes, and probably didn't even need the directions. It also just looks so darn cute (and comes in so many colors that I'm tempted to buy another!).

    Promising review: "I was using a small foldable step stool in my bedroom to reach the top shelves of my wardrobe. But you know, those things aren’t pretty. It wasn’t bringing me joy, just begrudging utility. This ottoman brings me joy. It’s pretty, it’s lightweight so I can move it easily to use it as a step stool, and the storage capacity is perfect for things like my nightly moisturizers, my Kindle and journals, and other little miscellaneous things." —Monica N.

    Get it from Amazon for $59.99 (available in nine colors).

    6. A blank acrylic dry erase board you can install by the side of your bed as an easy, aesthetically-pleasing way to keep track of your schedule for the week (or write motivational messages to yourself like "Please make sure all the Goldfish crackers end up in your mouth and not all over your bed").

    Square transparent whiteboard with four gold knobs installed on a wall
    1801 & Co/Etsy

    1801 & Co. is a Minnesota-based Etsy shop established in 2016 that specializes in family wall calendars, chore charts, wedding signs, and more.

    Promising review: "I love it! I got it so fast after ordering and it’s perfect. I love the sleek design for my small home office space. I can’t function at work without a dry erase board but couldn’t find any that would look nice in my office space which is in the corner of my master bedroom! Having functional office space but not LOOK like office in the bedroom is challenging but this acrylic board is PERFECT. The black pen that comes with it is very nice fine tip and erases without a trace." —Dawn Powell

    Get it from 1801 & Co. on Etsy for $16.76+ (originally $22.95+; available in multiple thicknesses and sizes as well as four hardware colors).

    7. A teensy tissue box home with "smoke" coming out of its chimney that is not only ridiculously precious, but will help streamline your decor by covering up loud prints on tissue boxes when you're not in the mood for them. 

    Promising review: "I first spotted this at a swank modern hotel room with all-white decor. I love how it hides an unsightly branded tissue box — it practically vanishes! so I had to buy it for my child's bedroom! It looks so cute with the tissuey 'billow' of smoke, and is functional too. Every modern minimalist's dream, it could be sold at the MoMA or in an Alessi-type store. If you love white decor, modernist furniture, and lean toward a clean, minimalist, Scandinavian style, you'll be very happy with this purchase." —nycgirl

    Get it from Amazon for $5 (available in four colors).

    8. A set of corduroy pillow covers to add some soothing color accents on your bed or cozy up your old reading chair (which, thanks to these, just became your napping chair).

    pink corduroy covers on two pillows
    Amazon

    Promising review: "These pillow covers exceeded my expectations. I needed to cover up some older and worn decorative pillows, so I chose solid corduroy to accent my home colors. The cool thing about these covers is that, along with fitting well, the fabric is super soft! Most decorative pillow covers tend to be scratchy; we ACTUALLY use our pillows for naps, so this is great! The coverings easily slipped over my pillows, and the zipper closing worked with ease. The color was just as shown (blue). I will definitely order these again." —zbergteacher

    Get a set of two covers from Amazon for $10.19+ (available in five sizes and 21 colors).

    If you're looking for affordable pillow inserts to match the covers, you can buy a set of two 18x18 hypoallergenic pillow inserts on Amazon for $15.99.

    9. A pom-pom throw that will instantly cozy up a corner of your living room and inspire you to keep it nice and tidy for optimum napping (honestly dare you to own something this soft without immediately burrowing into it forever.)

    A mustard yellow blanket with pom pom trim on a couch
    Amazon

    Promising review: "So this was a total impulse buy, but I’m sooo glad I bought it! Literally no dislikes. I bought the mustard yellow in the 60x80 and it’s the greatest thing everrrr. So pretty and comfortable. I’m obsessed. 🥰 I will definitely be purchasing as a gift for family and friends in the future." —Kassandra Emerson

    Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (available in eight colors and two sizes).

    10. A modern shoe rack for the front of your bedroom you can use not only to display and organize your shoes, but other calming displays like succulents, candles, and books.

    A seven tier simple white standing shoe rack
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I am in love with this shoe rack! It went above my expectation in terms of how many shoes it would store. It’s sleek too so it fit perfectly where I wanted it in my bedroom." —Tracy C.

    Get it from Amazon for $69.99 (available in two colors and two sizes). 

    11. A fluffy area rug to tie the pieces in your bedroom together in a fresh way (and make your feet feel like you're stepping onto a cloud on Mount Olympus instead of stumbling into yet another Tuesday on Earth).

    A fluffy oval shaped area rug by a bed
    Amazon

    Promising review: "Best rug EVER!! No seriously ... it is so soft! Bought this one for our living room. We have a similar rug we purchased at Lowe's for three times the price for our bedroom and my husband and I decided that we would buy this one again instead. We are actually ordering two more for the baby's room and our middle daughter's room. So many people have complimented this rug and asked us to send them the link!" —Ashley Bryan

    Get it from Amazon for $27.99 (available in 13 colors).

    12. A catty-corner shelf to break up some of the clutter and knickknacks congesting your other surfaces, because honestly, your nightstand and your desk are tired of pulling all the organization weight for all the other furniture in your room.

    A small white corner shelving unit with three shelves holding plants and frames
    Amazon

    Psst — this is waterproof, so reviewers use it in the bathroom and kitchen, too!

    Promising review: "This is so perfect for my needs. I have a small bedroom room, but needed shelving for my plant and journals. It is very light and super easy to put together. Perfect for me and inexpensive. I got the large one." —monet

    Get it from Amazon for $26.68 (available in two sizes).

    13. A set of clear tiered organizing cubes for that ~barely there~ kind of storage, letting you display your books and organize your life without looking cluttered.

    Promising review: "Lightweight, sturdy, and svelte. Great to combine with boxes with open tops. Requires a decent amount of force to fully attach the joints to the metal panels. Once fully assembled with joints entirely engaged, the structure is VERY satisfyingly sturdy. Can easily lift the entire empty structure and feels rigid. Highly recommend for minimalistic modular organizer shelf." —John D.

    Get it from Amazon for $34.84 (available in eight colors).

    14. A minimalist decor collage for anyone who appreciates this kind of soothing design element, but doesn't want to go on a wild goose chase searching for a bunch of images themselves.

    A series of rectangular muted photos and prints stuck to a wall with circular stickers
    Sokie Studio/Etsy

    Sokie Studio is a US-based Etsy shop that specializes in stationery, decor, and keychains. Each selection of prints is randomized, but follows a minimalist/muted aesthetic.

    Promising review: "The prints are so so cute and clean! I can tell SokieStudio put a lot of effort into what they sell because everything was beautifully handwritten and tied together with string. Definitely recommend!!" —Abigail Haven

    Get a set of nine prints from Sokie Studio on Etsy for $2.85+ (available with and without stickers).

    15. A laundry hamper so understated that it can basically hide all your gross gym clothes in plain sight. If your laundering needs are covered, you can also use it as a storage option for clean sheets and pillows.

    two toned beige and brown soft laundry hamper with handles
    Amazon

    Promising review: "This basket has been wonderful so far. I had a few blankets taking up space in my closet and so I purchased this in hopes of making some space for other things. It's definitely doing its job. It's currently holding two queen-sized fleece blankets, a queen-sized weighted blanket, and two pillows. Super spacious! It did come folded up but if you follow the instructions that come with the basket, it will easily get some shape and hold onto it without it flopping over." —CCLP

    Get it from Amazon for $27.99 (available in two sizes and three colors). 

    16. A set of minimalist hooks for a uniform, orderly way to show off your favorite accessories and precious plant babies, aka the lights of your life.

    Dark brown wall hooks holding up a black purse and red coat under a mirror
    Reviewer uses same wall hooks to display hanging succulents on a corner wall

    Promising review: "I am chronically cold and have a bunch of very nice knit cardigans. I usually end up leaving them laying over chair backs or recliners and cluttering things up, so I bought these to have a good place to hang them. The thick wood prevents stretching damage from the weight of the sweaters, and not using a hook prevents damage and holes in the knit. Definitely worth the upgrade." —Amazon Customer

    Get a set of two from Amazon for $16.99+ (also available in wood beech).

    17. A floating hidden bookshelf that'll more than earn its keep — not only is its clean design a unique way to show off and organize your favorite books, but it frees up a lot of space on the floor and helps give the room a more relaxed, balanced feel.

    Reviewer photo of six books seemingly floating from the wall with a small cactus on top
    Reviewer photo of shoes displayed on the shelves

    Also, the weight capacity on these is NO JOKE. Even the smaller ones hold up to 15 pounds, to the point where reviewers were balancing textbooks on them.

    Promising review: "If you are running out of space for your books, get these bad boys right away. They are incredibly strong, can hold several heavy books, and give your bedroom an incredible look." —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $11.50+ (available in two sizes individually or as a set of three and in silver and white).

    18. A shower curtain with POCKETS, because the utter delight of extra pockets should not be limited to surprise ones in dresses. Now you can store all your extra brushes, soaps, razors, and other odds and ends at eye level instead of crouching down to grab them or installing something in the wall to hold them.

    A transparent shower curtain with various sizes of pockets on the side holding towels, brushes, etc
    Amazon

    Promising review: I LOVE this shower curtain. I have been buying this curtain for the past six years. If you have a shower that doesn’t have a lot of ledge room for all your 'stuff,' this shower curtain will be your best friend. You can fit so many things inside the pockets! I honestly only use like four to five of the pockets. You can also use this as a liner and have another more decorative shower curtain on the outside but I personally use it as a shower curtain. I usually change it every six months because it does start getting a little soap scummy on the bottom. The best shower curtain/liner money can buy!" —DAtkins

    Get it from Amazon for $19.80.

    19. An abstract face vase that gives you all the calm of a minimalist vibe, but still has a fun pop of personality to make the room distinct. 

    a white vase with abstract faces outlined on it in black
    Amazon

    Promising review: "This is a beautiful vase! It's exactly as pictured. Love love love!!!" —Veronica Fitzjarrald

    Get it from Amazon for $26.99.

    20. A simply structured record/magazine/Cool Stuff holder that'll not only help you tame that stressful TBR pile on your nightstand, but will give you the opportunity to make your favorite things part of the decor.

    Rose gold triangle file organizer holding books and notebooks
    same organizer in gold holding books about plants

    Promising review: "I didn’t want anything too bulky on my nightstand but I like to have several books I like to read in bed. I previously had them stacked on top of each other and found this and was afraid it might be cheaply made but it is sturdy and beautiful! I’m such a bookworm and I am in love with this added piece to my room." —Stephy Lynn

    Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in three colors).

    21. A small, simply-designed rechargeable bedside lamp to add some brightness to the room without distracting from it. (That said, it also comes with touch ability so you can tap-tap-tap your way through different brightness levels and colors if you want to switch it up!)

    reviewer image of cylindrical small lamp glowing white resting on a bed
    Reviewer tapping the light to change its colors

    Promising review: "I was so happy with the first one I bought that I purchased another shortly afterward. In addition to several levels of brightness for regular light, you can select one of several colors for mood/night lighting. You change your lighting selection with a simple finger tap on the top of the lamp. To turn on/off, just press lightly for a couple of seconds. The light is USB powered (most newer nightstands/tables have a USB port) and the battery lasts a long time. You get a lot of light for your money — I strongly recommend this product." —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99.

    22. A eucalyptus lavender pouch for your shower, bath, or bathroom sink that will give you decadent ~spa vibes~ when their relaxing scents are released by the steam from hot water.

    A small satchel of lavender and eucalyptus hanging from a bath handle
    Eucalyptus Blooms/Etsy

    Psst — a lot of people use eucalyptus for allergy, congestion, and even anxiety relief.

    Eucalyptus Blooms is a North Carolina-based, woman-owned business that specializes in eucalyptus bunches designed to freshen up your home.

    Promising review: "These smell AMAZING, and they're such a perfect size for the shower. I used to have big bundles of eucalyptus, but they always took up so much space. These are perfectly sized and the blend of Eucalyptus and Lavender is HEAVENLY." —Maggie

    Get a set of three from Eucalyptus Blooms on Etsy for $12.79 (originally $15.99; this shop offers free shipping!).

    23. A set of soap dispensers to streamline your bathroom so beautifully that oops, you might just give it a fancy spa name. Reviewers also love these for eliminating waste by buying soap in bulk to refill! 

    Promising review: "This is for those who have glass shower enclosures! We recently updated our bathroom, and then to my horror I realized how ugly it is to have all your bath products on full display in your gorgeous new shower. So I bought these great dispensers for shampoos, body wash, and conditioner, and I couldn’t be happier. It gives it a more finished and spa-like look to the room." —GayLynneRN

    Get set of two from Amazon for $19.99.

    24. A woven seagrass basket you can put a lil' potted plant in and stage anywhere in your room for a quick dose of calm (this is my emotional support succulent, ma'am).

    Reviewers snake plant inside small version of woven basket
    Different reviewer's plant inside medium sized basket

    Promising review: "I am really happy with this basket! It's exactly what I was looking for! I absolutely love the way my fiddle-leaf fig looks and fit in it! My pot is a 10 inches so I ordered the large basket. It was a little snug going in but it fits perfectly! The basket seems to be well made and sturdy. I definitely recommend it and will most likely order more!" —Jennifer D.

    Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in three colors and sizes).

    25. A macrame hanging wall mirror so you can add a minimalist touch *and* give the subtle illusion of more space in a corner that might have felt a little cramped.

    Small hexagon shaped ivory macrame mirror hanging from a wall
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I’ve had it for about a week but I really like it! I cut the bottom threads as they were a little too long for where I wanted to hang it. This was my second purchase from this brand, I liked the first product I got so I gave this a shot and for the second time I’m very impressed for the price. Also, it’s a real mirror, not one of the wonky plastic funhouse ones." —Molly B

    Get it from Amazon for $13.99.

    26. A calming leaf-patterned bath mat to make the space look like an oasis even when you're *checks watch* somehow already five minutes late and haven't even managed to dry yourself off from the shower yet. 

    A white bath mat with leaves in three shades of green in front of a bathtub
    Amazon

    Promising review: "Plants are abundant in my bathroom, and this mat is a perfect addition. It absorbs water well, and I can easily throw it in the washing machine when it needs cleaning. I am very happy with my purchase." —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $20.66 (available in two sizes and three styles). 

    27. A multilevel jewelry stand to complement your most favorite baubles *and* prevent them from becoming a big ole tangled mess on your vanity.

    Small silver three tiered jewelry stand hold necklaces and rings
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I wanted to get rid of an old jewelery box I had and get something more sophisticated and grown up. I had a hard time finding something that would be big enough for all my pieces, fit on my dresser, and look good. This does all these!!! My long necklaces fit on the tallest, back hanger and all my bracelets fit on the other two. The few rings and earrings I own display well on the bottom tray. It's a beautiful piece and I'm so happy I bought this!!" —Embo13

    Get it from Amazon for $23.75 (also available in gold).

    28. A set of three flameless flickering candles you can control with a remote for the perfect amount of cozy ambience. 

    A flickering lit candle with a goldish transparent glass holder in reviewer's hand
    reviewer image of three unlit candles in different sizes with a small remote

    Promising review: "Too cool! Looks super realistic! Great investment. I was looking for an alternative to actual candles to light up my new apartment and these flameless ones sufficed! Looks so real my sister was surprised and didn't believe they were artificial LOL. The cool thing about them being battery operated is that you don't have to have all the candles in one place. They come as a set of three and I have two on my coffee table and the other one in the guest bathroom.  Anyhoo I am about to place another order after I submit this review. I would like to put some in the master bedroom and bathroom! Hmm I think I will put some in my office as well...why not! Thanks, Amazon!" —Diane Diane

    Get a set of three from Amazon for $25.99 (available in four styles). 

    29. A set of gold cable organizers that'll tame the tangle of wires on your desk as chicly as possible *and* give your desk just the upgrade it needs to fall back in love with it.

    A set of two gold finished round cable organizers installed on a desk with a charger wire running through them
    Brighttia/Etsy

    Brighttia is a New York-based Etsy shop established in 2018 that specializes in industrial and modern interior lighting and decor.

    Promising review: "These brass cable organizers are beautiful and high quality. I’m using two of them to keep a plug-in sconce cord attached to the wall and to direct the cord to the electrical outlet. These little gold pieces add a touch of functionality and glamour to the sconces. Exactly what I was looking for." —Amy Margolis

    Get a set of two from Brighttia on Etsy for $12.98+ (available in four colors).

    30. A set of thinly-designed "library style" honeycomb book ends to add a subtle touch of order to your shelves *and* ensure that your beloved collection of BookTok finds is on proper display at all times. 

    honeycomb book ends in pale blue
    gemodus / Etsy

    Gemodus Massachusetts-based Etsy shop established in 2020 that specializes in bookends. 

    Promising review: "I bought a set of the honeycomb bookends in gray and I loved them so much, I purchased two more sets today! :) They look cute on my shelves, aren’t bulky, and the shipping was lightning fast. Thank you!" —Christina

    Get a pair from Gemodus on Etsy for $20.99 (available in four colors).

    31. A moon lamp because sometimes you just gotta stare into a pretty little orb to distract from the rest of your home's chaos. (Psst — if you've seen this on TikTok before, you are not alone...this little gizmo has captured *everyone's* hearts.) 

    Editor holding up lit up small moon in hand
    The moon changing colors from white to red to blue to purple
    Emma Lord/BuzzFeed

    UMMMM I bought this because it was on one of Amazon's top-selling products pages for so long that I was like, "Why are people so obsessed with this moon!!" And now, my friends, I know. First of all, it really does look hyper realistically like a small moon and adds a chill vibe wherever you plant it. But it's also just so soothing to watch and have in the periphery. You can control dozens of different colors for it and either keep it on those colors or have them alternate, fade quickly, or fade gradually. It's super easy to charge and controlled by a remote, so you can move it off its stand and have it light up wherever you want. These days I tend to turn it on for my designed ~me time~ night every week, in which I will light a candle, pour a glass of red wine, read a romance novel, and, of course, light my lil' moon. Definitely one of my favorite "the internet made me do it" purchases. 

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two sizes). 

    32. A set of floating shelves perfect for adding some dimension to the room *and* solving some of the clutter that was disrupting the space by giving it a chic new home. 

    A set of three light wood floating shelves in different sizes installed on a wall
    Amazon

    Promising review: "These I have to say are super cute and trendy. I have wanted shelves like these for so long but nothing stood out, then I came across these. They are exactly what I was looking for with colors! They are made very well, for the price. Comes with all the hardware to install and easy as you have to screw on the brackets yourself. I love that you have a few different choice on how to put the bracket." —Janna

    Get a set from Amazon for $22.09 (available in four colors). 

    33. A set of beautiful wildflower digital downloads you can display over your bed or your desk to infuse some cozy nature vibes into your space. 

    Three paintings of pastel flowers against a white background
    Susan Fern Art/Etsy

    Susan Fern Art is a Washington-based Etsy shop established in 2014 that specializes in watercolor prints; the artist, a retired nurse, donates 100% of the purchase price to national programs that serve impoverished, homeless, and at-risk youth. 

    Promising review: "These flower paintings are so pretty and delicate! They are perfect for my bedroom. Plus Susan was kind enough to share her professional printer and discount code with me so I could get 20% off! You should definitely ask her about that if you buy anything. I would definitely recommend this shop." —Beth Bordelon

    Get a set of three digital downloads from Susan Fern Art on Etsy for $13.20 (originally $16.95). 

    34. A chic little mug tree so you can peer at your coziest tea and coffee mugs all the livelong day (assuming you don't have them lined up in front of you full of various warm beverages already). 

    Promising review: "This is so cute and super helpful on clearing some mugs out of my cabinet space. Super easy to assemble and it feels heavy, so it won’t/doesn’t topple over if you have more mugs on one side of the tree." —Ken Figieuredo

    Get it from Amazon for $15.85.

    35. A leaning ladder for a chic way to store blankets, purses, and accessories (and also flex that you do, in fact, have *excellent* taste in drapeable things). A lot of reviewers also used this to replace The Chair, or that one spot in your room where you leave your "I'm going to wear this again, but wash it soon" clothes.

    A white leaning ladder against a wall with scarves, pants, and a purse hanging from it
    Amazon

    Promising review: "The first time I saw this for dirty-not-dirty clothes (you know, the jeans you're going to wear again but want to make sure you *eventually* wash) I was like 'That. Is. Genius.' Apparently everyone on Instagram and blogs and the internetverse thinks so too, but frankly it works well and is better than transferring clothes between bed and chair over and over again. This was so easy to put together that even I didn't mess it up." —Kim Dee

    Get it from Amazon for $66 (available in two colors) and get a pack of 20 S-hooks for $8.95.

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