When Caitlin first instructed this publish thought – 15 reasonably priced items of lounge furnishings beneath $200 – I assumed “in my sleep!” Nicely, properly, properly, cocky isn’t a great coloration on anybody and searching for reasonably priced…and fairly….and positively reviewed furnishings in 2023 isn’t for the faint of coronary heart. And this record doesn’t even embody sofas (sorry, I attempted)! After all, we all the time need to encourage in search of second-hand first as a result of there are such a lot of gems on the market. Nonetheless, typically you don’t have the time that may take otherwise you don’t know the place to start out, so having a trusted supply handpick some nice recommendations is very nice. That’s clearly the place we are available in. As I already alluded to, this publish took longer to place collectively than I anticipated (as a result of I assumed there can be sooo many choices…there weren’t) so please know for those who’ve additionally been having hassle in your reasonably priced furnishings journey, it’s not you…it’s the market. Hopefully, this publish solves a few of your furnishings issues as a result of man do I stand behind all of those items. I additionally added in some inspiration photographs that will help you visualize the limitless prospects. Let’s leap in!
A mid-century fashionable media cupboard is a basic and a simple staple. Have a look at the 2 examples above as an example. The picture on the left is from a makeover Emily did for Joanna Goddard (Cup of Jo) of her previous modern NYC residence. Mid-century fashionable furnishings all the time works nice in that model of dwelling as a result of it grounds the area with out wanting misplaced. However then on the precise, Arlyn selected this lovely piece from Article to assist add some “fashionable” stability to her lovely Spanish-style residence. They’ll work wherever!
Media Console
Basic, easy, and fairly! For beneath $200, I believe that is such a terrific choice that’s so adaptable to a ton of various kinds. The combination of open and closed storage is nice and the wooden tone appears to be like actually fairly. It additionally is available in a stained black too! The critiques had been about 50/50 on the problem degree of the meeting however for those who’re helpful it sounds fairly straightforward. And for those who aren’t helpful in any respect (or have no real interest in furnishings meeting) that’s what mates, household, and Taskrabbit are for:)
Nightstand
Okay, this one is on sale in the meanwhile so in order for you the deal go now (or very quickly) simply in case! It’s from Anthropologie so it’s no shock this little aspect desk (or nightstand) is so freaking cute. It’s not from the Amber Lewis collab nevertheless it appears to be like prefer it could possibly be. The black stain is fashionable however natural, the joinery is so fairly, the lip on the highest is such a terrific element, and get outta right here with that rattan shelf! Good/visually attention-grabbing distinction in each coloration and supplies. 10/10 in my guide and the critiques are nice too!
For those who haven’t observed, we’re fairly huge proponents of accent chairs. It’s a fairly straightforward approach so as to add coloration and character to a room (particularly a lounge). Oh, and naturally it’s additional seating:) They’re additionally an ideal alternative so as to add coloration or sample for those who dare. If including coloration scares you a bit then might we advocate a deep inexperienced?? We’re additionally huge followers of inexperienced velvet for those who can’t inform within the pictures above. Ha. It’s impartial but colourful and quiet but luxe. Win-win if I do say so myself:)
Accent Chair
Nicely, look what we have now right here?? A classy, fashionable, reasonably priced inexperienced chair! The tone of inexperienced appears to be like nice and I really like the form. And whereas I really like a glam chair, so many “reasonably priced” upholstered velvety chairs are a bit too glam for my private model so this can be a nice choice that’s extra versatile stylistically.
Over the previous couple of years, our love for the drink desk has gone up exponentially. They’re simply so helpful, straightforward to maneuver round, often fairly reasonably priced, and there are SO MANY cute ones! Em even talked about doing a complete publish on them which nonetheless would possibly occur. However take a look at that unimaginable drink desk from 54Kibo. It’s lovely and contrasts completely with the room’s model. Nonetheless, that one is rightfully not cheap so let me present you this one…
Drink Desk
That is one other one which’s on sale so do not forget that in case you are considering it may be a match in your dwelling! However take a look at these superb legs and white marble high. It feels prefer it’s teetering between MCM and postmodernism. It’s simply so good! Wait, truly, I believe it could be actually cute in my lounge…
Talking of my dwelling, it’s the proper instance to say why my subsequent decide is fantastic (for those who couldn’t inform by simply taking a look at it:)) Textured furnishings, child! So whereas a desk isn’t a typical lounge furnishings piece, I believe displaying how a lot lovely texture my desk brings to my lounge is value displaying. Good for individuals who need to add one thing attention-grabbing that isn’t a vibrant coloration or daring sample.
Facet Desk
How cute is that this textured aspect desk?! That very same quiet curiosity as my desk however in a chunk that most individuals want for his or her lounge:) The 2 open cabinets provide the excellent alternative to point out off your styling abilities. Throw some books, a fairly ornamental object, and a cute field for closet storage, and you’re all set!
I put a number of espresso tables on this publish as a result of let’s be sincere, they are often SO laborious to seek out. I do know from private expertise. The nightmares I believe have stopped. Annnyway, vintage-inspired items are all the time nice. Would it not be even higher if all of us may afford the originals?? Sure. However till then we have now nice choices just like the one under.
Espresso Desk
What I really like about this one (except for the MCM model) can also be the blending of supplies and the smooth traces. This may be so nice paired with a visually heavy modular couch for distinction! However greater than something it’s only a cool-looking espresso desk that has an attention-grabbing tabletop form. Additionally they have a white high choice!
Who doesn’t love a woven accent?! Nicely, we do. On the spot texture, on the spot heat, on the spot model. For those who take a look at that fairly console from Crate and Barrel we used on the Portland Undertaking you’ll be able to see what I imply. It nonetheless would have been lovely all wooden, however with the woven door fronts, it’s much more dynamic.
Media Cupboard
I do know, it’s cute and people spherical cutouts are superior! I believe they virtually appear to be they could possibly be audio system. Plus, as soon as once more you’ve got each open and closed storage choices. It could undoubtedly add an enormous dose of enjoyable into your lounge and the critiques are nice!
Ding, ding, ding! It’s time for an additional nice accent chair. I’ve a deep love for chunky fashionable wooden items. Instance A. from my first lounge reveal above. I truly acquired it for $100 on the Rose Bowl! Buuuut, it’s not precisely calling anybody’s title to truly sit in. It’s kinda one other piece of artwork. So what’s very thrilling about this subsequent decide is that the body has that chunky fashionable body however you will truly find a way (and wish) to sit down in it:)
Wooden Accent Chair
See!? And it’s Goal!! But in addition on sale so one other hurry for those who love and wish it. I simply suppose that is so cool and tremendous impressed with Studio McGee. If I had room for an accent chair this may most positively on my record.
This room that Emily designed again in 2015 is as enjoyable now because it was then. However for those who take a second to have a look at the furnishings items they’re all fairly conventional in model. Considered one of these items being that very fairly espresso desk. In such a daring area it’s a great determination to stability it out with some “gentle” furnishings. That’s what this espresso desk (and different accent items) are doing for this room. That desk can also be wildly versatile…
Espresso Desk
Here’s a comparable, if not the identical, espresso desk because the one above! And what’s so excellent about it’s that whereas the model can lean somewhat conventional and even glam, it doesn’t have the ornate detailing that classic items on this model are inclined to have. That makes it far more versatile and would look nice in A TON of houses! And never for nothing nevertheless it has a 4.5-star score with 567 critiques…juuust saying:)
Facet Desk
Y’all that is simply merely a really cool aspect desk. It’s from West Elm, is UNDER $100, zero meeting, and would add that excellent quantity of chunkiness to your area. I’d simply purchase this in a heartbeat if I wanted a aspect desk. Heck, I truly would possibly!
Whereas a bar cart isn’t a obligatory lounge piece, it’s so good to have for those who’ve acquired the area and/or don’t have one other spot for bar storage. Look how excellent it appears to be like on this lounge that Julie designed! A wonderfully styled (and helpful) second. So let’s see what I’ve picked out for you…
Bar Cart
A MCM-looking basic. It’s not overly glam, however has that punch of brass on the protection bars to SECURE THE ALCOHOL! However critically, this can be a nice cart, versatile, and a extremely nice measurement that additionally has glass storage. For those who don’t love your stemware being the other way up, I wager these brackets may simply be eliminated. It additionally is available in a lightweight oak coloration.
Finish Desk
Ummm, how good IS THIS drink desk?? See what I imply? The drink desk recreation is so good proper now. After I confirmed Caitlin this record, she stated she wished to purchase this one:) It’s acquired character, it’s fashionable, and is playful with the ball element. What’s to not love?! Oh, I do know, it additionally is available in “pure”.
With this picture instance, I’m displaying you a aspect desk however under I’m recommending a espresso desk. Slightly complicated? I get it. However see how that all-black, skinny steel body fantastically contrasts (aka balances out) the opposite items within the room? It’s excellent and virtually ageless, working with a ton of different kinds. The identical applies to the same espresso desk model…
Espresso Desk
Discuss an ideal spherical black espresso desk. Easy, smooth, and fairly timeless. This cutie goes to be usable for years to return no downside. I additionally love that it’s a tray high! If it had been shorter it may’ve been a terrific answer to my espresso desk nesting woes. Ha.
I do know that floating media facilities aren’t for everybody however when performed proper look SO GOOD. Take Mel’s new dwelling and her excellent floating cupboard. It makes the room really feel lighter and appears so stylish with how she styled it. Then on the precise, is Em’s greatest buddy’s entryway. So whereas it’s not a “media console,” it’s nonetheless a surprising floating cupboard, making that area really feel inherently lighter. Certain these areas are on the fashionable aspect, however with their specific selection of floating cupboard, they nonetheless really feel full and soulful.
Floating TV Stand
I practically squealed after I noticed this. It’s lengthy, the wooden end appears to be like lovely, and sure, it’s beneath $200. I additionally actually love the walnut choice and couldn’t resolve which one to show right here! I simply suppose this may look unimaginable in so many houses. Plus that is one other piece with a excessive star score with 776 critiques!
Espresso Desk
Now, as somebody who has lived largely in teeny tiny flats, I understand how vital useful furnishings is. Storage espresso tables are a BIG a part of this sort of residing thus I wished to present a great choice. I actually love the all-black wooden look. I believe it’s easy, stylish, and this one is simply over $100 in the meanwhile which is a slammin’ deal!
Woof!! In case you are nonetheless with me thanks! That was quite a lot of phrases about 15 (dare I say) nice items of lounge furnishings. All of us deserve fairly furnishings so I hope this helped. If you’d like extra of those simply let me know within the feedback and which room you’d need!
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Opening Picture Credit: Artwork Route by Emily Henderson | Styled by Brady Tolbert and Emily Bowser | Photograph by Sara Ligorria-Tramp | From: How Goal’s Fall Threshold Assortment Nails the “Up to date Basic” Development