10 Items to Invest in When You Get Your First Apartment (and the Affordable Brands Where You Can Buy Them)

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Moving into your first apartment can be stressful. From packing to logistics, there’s a lot to do and, well, buy. Whether it’s buying your first set of dishes to finding the perfect sofa, the list can seem endless … Read more

B&A: An Easy Glow-Up Brings Out the Best in This $17 Goodwill Dresser

Megan Baker Home Projects Editor Megan is a writer and editor who specializes in home upgrades, DIY projects, hacks, and design. Before Apartment Therapy, she was an editor at HGTV Magazine and This Old House Magazine. Megan has a degree in Magazine Journalism from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism. She is a self-taught weighted … Read more

12 Chic Pottery Barn Sofas We Love

Sarah M. Vazquez Commerce Writer Sarah writes about all things shopping for Apartment Therapy. Her work has appeared in Marie Claire, Good Housekeeping, Elle Decor, and PureWow, among others. In her free time, you can find her strumming away at her guitar, on the perpetual hunt for the coziest duvet, and enjoying Sundays in the … Read more

Give Your Space a Fall Refresh with These Stylish Finds from Overstock’s Epic Labor Day Sale

Sarah M. Vazquez Commerce Writer Sarah writes about all things shopping for Apartment Therapy. Her work has appeared in Marie Claire, Good Housekeeping, Elle Decor, and PureWow, among others. In her free time, you can find her strumming away at her guitar, on the perpetual hunt for the coziest duvet, and enjoying Sundays in the … Read more

These Are the Iconic Throwback Furniture Pieces Every Design Lover Should Know

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. If you’re looking to expand your knowledge of design history, you’ve come to the right place. I polled a handful of designers on the most iconic furniture pieces and interior furnishings associated with each decade, from the 1920s … Read more

10 Luxury Brand Items You Can Actually Afford (They’re Less Than $100!)

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Everyone loves a deal, whether they’re a new homeowner or a longtime luxury shopper. There are a lot of brands out there that you might have left out of your search because of their price point (especially if … Read more

12 Seriously Stylish Macy’s Sofas We Love

Sarah M. Vazquez Commerce Writer Sarah writes about all things shopping for Apartment Therapy. Her work has appeared in Marie Claire, Good Housekeeping, Elle Decor, and PureWow, among others. In her free time, you can find her strumming away at her guitar, on the perpetual hunt for the coziest duvet, and enjoying Sundays in the … Read more

5 Black-Owned Furniture Brands You Should Know About

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. It’s no secret to anyone who knows me that I love supporting Black-owned businesses and try to do so wherever possible. Since my job here at Apartment Therapy involves searching high and low for the coolest, coziest, and … Read more

Before and After: An IKEA HEMNES Gets a Colorful, Botanical Upgrade for $40

Sarah Everett Editorial Assistant Sarah is Apartment Therapy’s editorial assistant. She recently completed her MA in journalism at the University of Missouri and has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Belmont University. Past writing and editing stops include HGTV Magazine, Nashville Arts Magazine, and several outlets local to her hometown, Columbia, Missouri.

10 Seriously Stylish (and Comfy) Futons, Starting at $250

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. If you’re looking for a stylish, budget-friendly option for seating and sleeping, don’t rule out a futon. The multi-tasking piece of furniture skyrocketed in popularity in the U.S. more than 30 years ago, but it’s anything but old-fashioned. In fact, … Read more