by Furnishly | Jan 15, 2026 | Design Inspiration, Style
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From designer bags to LEGO sets, most of us have some sort of hobby or collection that takes up a lot of real estate. For me, it’s perfume. I have a moderately sized perfume collection that is continuously growing (much to my wallet’s dismay), and I realized it needed a designated home.
I didn’t want to hide my beautiful bottles away, and I also wanted to be able to easily access them, so the medicine cabinet was not an option. So I set off in search of a chic yet inexpensive way to display my prized possessions — and I found my inspiration (where else?) on TikTok.
In my search, I stumbled across this post from Gianna Butler, a Los Angeles-based creator with the same problem (and taste!) as mine. “I found an inspo picture on Pinterest and figured I could totally find something similar [by] thrifting or scrolling through Facebook Marketplace,” Butler told me. After weeks of searching, Butler was able to snag a stunning vintage spice rack for just $15 on Facebook Marketplace.
How I Turned a Thrifted Spice Rack into a Perfume Display
My own style definitely leans vintage too, so this was the perfect solution. I love the idea of giving an old piece a new life — and a new purpose. “The woman selling the spice rack told me this was a special piece; it had been her mother’s, and she was hoping it would go to a good home,” said Butler. “It was meant to be.” So, armed with inspiration and a mission, I headed to the thrift store myself.
Luckily for me, I didn’t have to search for long. In the home aisle, I found this gorgeous vintage mango-wood spice rack — and for just $12! I promptly checked out and headed home, eager to style my new score. I was a little nervous about whether or not the bottles would fit — most perfumes come in 1-ounce, 1.7-ounce, and 3.4-ounce bottles, with a typical maximum height of around 4.5 inches, which is similar to most spices — but my collection fits perfectly.
I am so thrilled with how this unassuming, inexpensive thrift find became a statement piece in my bedroom. The stunning, dark-stained wood makes the glass bottles pop, and definitely nails that vintage vibe I always strive for when decorating. My collection brings me so much joy, and even more so now that I get to see it every day.
If you’re also looking for a way to display a collection of yours, consider a spice rack! Thrift stores and online marketplaces are filled with pieces just like the ones Gianna and I found. If you’d rather skip the thrift store, though, this trinket shelf from Urban Outfitters has a very similar look. It’ll cost you more, of course, but it definitely still has that vintage vibe I love.
by Furnishly | Jan 13, 2026 | Design Inspiration, Style
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I’d love to be one of those people with a pristine WFH setup. But alas, my desktop is constantly littered with clutter. There are a lot of useful desk organizers out there, but I was hoping to find one that’ll bring style to my work space in addition to tidiness. And I think I found it in the LEGO 4-Stud Brick Drawer. More than a place to stow tiny LEGO pieces, it might be the cutest desktop storage solution I’ve seen in awhile.
I’m already a fan of the LEGO Botanical Sets (they double as decor!) so it’s only fitting that I add some of the Danish brand’s iconic whimsy to my desktop, too. If you’re looking to add a bit of playful organization to your workspace, keep reading.
What Is the LEGO 4-Stud Brick Drawer?
It’s a fun and functional way to bring tidiness to your desktop. Measuring 9x9x7 inches, this stackable storage drawer fits comfortably on cramped desks or bookshelves. It’s a great place to stash small items that can quickly clutter your workspace, like pens, highlighters, sticky notes, and more.
Thanks to LEGO’s iconic studded design, you can use the modular drawer to build your own custom storage system. Stack several brick drawers, or pair them with other LEGO storage pieces like the 8-Stud Storage Brick — just like with the brand’s building blocks, the possibilities are endless. The 4-Stud Brick Drawer is available in punchy red and blue colorways, so you can bring some bold dopamine decor to your desk.
I mean, just look at it! It’s adorable, with a bright, playful design that would bring a welcome dose of whimsy to any WFH setup. These modular drawers are also incredibly versatile; I’m confident you could configure them in any number of ways to create a custom system for your unique storage needs.
Speaking of storage needs, the LEGO Brick Drawer seems like a super-promising way to keep my desktop clutter in check. It’s actually such a smart way to keep small desk accessories in one place for a clear work surface. Less mess, more productivity!
And if your desktop isn’t the issue, I could just as well see the LEGO drawer on a bedroom dresser to store jewelry and accessories, or in the bathroom for cotton swabs, dental floss, and the like. The bottom line is that you have options — and, most importantly, you can have fun while getting organized. I’ll take two!
by Furnishly | Jan 12, 2026 | Design Inspiration, Style
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by Furnishly | Dec 16, 2025 | Design Inspiration, DIY, Style
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Fireplaces, thanks to their dreamy mantels, are one of the most sought-after home features — especially around the holiday season. That area essentially becomes the heart or focal point of your Christmas decor, as it’s where stockings are hung and family gathers. However, if you’re just decorating the actual mantel and not the space around it, then you’re really missing out on a dramatic decor moment.
Carrie Miller from @acarriedaffairdesigns wanted a Christmas aesthetic that’s “classy with elegance, but nostalgic.” And to Miller, that means going back to basics with garlands, tinsel, and pops of red. In the living room, Miller gave the mantel the Christmas treatment, but also carried the decor to the ceiling, which really transformed the entire room.
“This is hands-down my favorite Christmas look I’ve ever done,” Miller wrote in an Instagram caption. “I thought last year would be impossible to top, but I did it! And we don’t even have the tree yet.”
How to Make Your Mantel Pop This Christmas
Miller’s fireplace is set along a wall of bookshelves, so there’s a perfect alcove to hang garland above the mantel. But you can easily re-create this setup with a bump-out fireplace, or if your fireplace is set into a flat wall.
“I started with adding garland to the top of the bookshelves, and then of course, added some red garland,” Miller said in the video. Miller draped a swag of faux greenery above the mantel and then layered a red ornament garland and a handmade red paper chain garland in front of it. Then, Miller carried the paper chain into the center of the room, where a wreath was hung like a pendant light.
“And then I wanted to do something even more crazy and put a wreath in the center of our living room because we don’t have lighting,” Miller continued. “I added different sizes of red ornaments and used ribbon like streamers and topped it with some poinsettias and red holly stems.”
Of course, Miller’s actual mantel gets the Christmas treatment, too, with some faux pine stems, large red ornaments, and red velvet bows tied to the candlesticks. But it’s really all about what’s happening up above.
Think outside the box when decorating your mantel this Christmas, and you might end up with the most whimsical, nostalgic, and perfectly over-the-top decor ever!
by Furnishly | Dec 16, 2025 | Design Inspiration, Furniture, Style
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