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Bougie, Cheap Things For Your Home That Are Actually Super Practical

Downright practical upgrades for your home.

by Christina Wood
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When it comes to adding bougie items to your home, it can sometimes feel like you have to sacrifice practicality for a luxury look. But, that’s not the case. From unique storage solutions that look so chic to bathroom upgrades that’ll make your space feel like a spa, there are plenty of bougie, cheap things for your home that are actually super practical. Keep scrolling, I’ve gathered them up below.

1Storage Boxes For Sheets

Turn your linen closet from a confusing mess into an orderly filing system with these bed sheet set organizers. Open up the box, fold the sheets on top of it, and close up the sides. Now those slippery, hard-to-stack sheets are a nice firm rectangle with two handles. You can see the sheets through the viewing window and label them. They work for blankets and towels, too. This is a pack of three, and they come in two colors.

2This Small Fan That Cools Your Day

This small desk fan delivers a cool breeze right to your personal space as you work, and it looks decorative in your home office. You can use batteries or charge it via USB, so it will also work in a power outage or in your tent while camping. “Powerful enough to feel comfortable in the office but quiet enough that it doesn't disturb my coworkers,” said one reviewer. It comes in five colors.

3A Genius Way To Manage The AC

Is the air conditioning blowing right in your face or cooling a room you never use? Does the heat tend to concentrate in a corner where no one wants it? These magnetic vent covers let you easily stop a single vent, even when there is no way to close that vent. They also stop dirt and debris from falling into that difficult-to-clean vent. Choose from five sizes.

4A Pretty Sconce Light That Needs No Wires

Add beautiful lighting wherever you want by mounting this LED sconce to the wall, table, headboard, or anywhere. The base peels and sticks to nearly any surface. The magnetic, removable light is rechargeable, so you don’t have to plug it in. Just pop the light off the base — or plug it in where it is — and recharge it. You can grab the light off the base and use it as a flashlight, too. “They are bright, easy to use, and charge quickly,” said one reviewer.

5A Motion-Sensored Night Light You Hang On A Door Knob

Part night light, part memo board, part “oh wow, that’s actually genius.” This motion-activated light turns on when you walk by in the dark, but with a twist: you can write messages on it. Think cute reminders, passive-aggressive notes for roommates, or just a motivational “you got this” for your 3am fridge run. It charges via USB, runs for weeks on sensor mode. Plus, the hook design lets it hang on everything from doorknobs to towel racks.

6This Clever Bamboo Organizer for Plastic Bags

End the irritating fumbling and drawer-hogging annoyance of all those plastic bags by moving them to this bamboo bag organizer. It fits in the drawer, holds your entire collection — clearly labeled — and keeps everything tidy. It comes with 21 stickers so you can design the perfect system. “This bag organizer is totally bougie, but I’m here for it!” said one reviewer. “It looks amazing and keeps all my storage bags perfectly organized.” It comes in seven colors.

7This No-Touch Soap Dispenser

This foaming soap dispenser delivers a fluffy dollop of soap into your hand without asking you to touch anything. It’s great for the kitchen since you can clean your hands after handling meat without spreading bacteria around the sink area. It’s perfect in the bathroom, too. It is rechargeable, holds 9 ounces, and comes in two colors. There is an option for liquid soap, too.

8A Smart Solution For Storing Tumbler Lids

Wash your tumbler lids and drop them onto this clever tumbler lid organizer. You can keep them in a cupboard with the tumblers without stopping to match them together but it is easy to locate the lid you want when you want it. Lift the stack off all at once, grab the lid you want, and put it all back. “Such a simple way to organize lids,” said one reviewer. “[I can] put the lids in one place and easily find the right lid quickly.”

9A Hair Catcher That Keeps Your Drains Clear

Prevention is the best way to keep the water flowing freely in your shower. Drop this hair catcher into the drain to stop hair from getting into the pipes. It’s easy to clean, catches all the hair, and lets the water through, so you never have to call a plumber to snake the drains. It fits neatly into the drain so it won’t slide around, and wiping it off takes only a second. It comes in two styles.

10A Stool That Helps Your Body Align While You Go

The trend toward tall toilets may make for a comfortable throne, but the human body evolved for centuries into a creature that poops squatting. So that comfy seat makes it more difficult to go. This bathroom stool lets you have your high seat while keeping an ergonomic posture. Snug it under the toilet and pull it out when you need it. Resting your feet on it aligns your inner workings into the optimal position for easy evacuation. It comes in four colors.

11A Light-Up Address Sign That’s Easier To Spot

Freshen up the look of your house with this modern address sign. Bonus points: It’s solar powered, glowing bright (working for up to two days on a full charge) for visibility at night. It’s easy to install with three number sets and a few letters included.

12Handle Covers For The Fridge

Tired of wiping the fingerprints and messes off the fridge door handles? Cover them with these handle covers and you won’t have to do it again. It also gives your kitchen a soft, homey look and makes the handle more pleasant to touch. This is a pack of five and they come in lots of colors and patterns, so you can use them to add a punch of color to a too-monochrome space.

13This Chic Dish That Keeps Your Soap Dry

Drop this elegant piece of decor onto your vanity and let it solve the problem of soggy soap while it pretties up your bathroom. The leaf-shaped ceramic soap dish directs all the water toward the spout at the stem of the leaf so that it drains away into the sink, keeping your soap dry. The tray elevates the dish so there is no mess or mildew buildup on the counter. It comes in six colors.

14An Easy Way To Control Bright Appliance Lights

Don’t let the light from the gadgets in your home destroy your rest. These LED light-blocking stickers are the dimmer switch you need. “I couldn't take it anymore,” said one reviewer. “Getting up in the middle of the night and feeling like a laser went through my retina when I glanced at my microwave. These little blockers work great. You can still see the time, but it no longer blinds you.” There are two sheets. One big one so you can cut your own shapes, and one with precut shapes.

15A Better Way To Store Handbags

Storing handbags is a challenge. They take up too much room on a closet shelf and end up cluttering up the house. This purse hanger lets you put them all away in the closet without using any shelves. It holds six purses. Just loop the handle over the hook. You can hang hats on the hooks, too. “My purses are at eye level and easy to see and access,” said one reviewer. It comes in two colors.

16A Soft Place To Work In The Kitchen

Add a pop of color, a bit of floral beauty, and a restful place to stand when you work by dropping this anti-fatigue mat on the kitchen floor in front of your work area. It is waterproof and easy to clean, so it will protect your floor from spills. The texture is soft and springy, so your back and legs won’t hurt after you prep a meal or wash the dishes. It comes in three sizes and nine patterns.

17Bar Mats For Your Kitchen

These simple rubber bar mats are the perfect place to set a few washed dishes, a drink as you mix it, or your toothbrush and accessories in the bathroom. They are similar to those used in bars but prettier. Nothing slips off the grippy surface, and the texture allows water to drip off and evaporate. They come in six colors and size options.

18Storage Bins That Stick To The Fridge

Stick this magnetic fridge basket to the side of your fridge, washer, filing cabinet, or any metal surface to store everything from spices or cleaning supplies to markers, dryer sheets, and stain removers right where you need them. The strong magnets hold tight, and the roomy baskets keep items from falling out. They come in two colors and two shapes.

19Charcuterie Boards That Rest On A Wine Glass

These wine glass charcuterie plate toppers will please all the guests at your next gathering. Instead of trying to negotiate a lap plate and a glass of wine, they can set the little plate on the glass and snack while holding their wine glass. They keep bugs and flying debris out of beverages at outdoor gatherings, too.

20A Stylish Hamper That You Can Fit Anywhere

No room for a laundry hamper? You can put this hanging laundry hamper anywhere because it can hang from the wall or the back of a door. It will help you keep clothes off the floor of the bathroom or closet, and it looks good. When it’s time to do laundry, unzip it and let all the clothes drop into your laundry basket. It comes in six colors.

21This Pocket-Sized Labeler

This label maker is so small, you can drop it in your purse and label everything in your life as you move through your day. Type out the labels on your phone, hit print, and they spit out of the mouth of this cute Bluetooth wonder. You can add icons, borders, and all sorts of art to your labels, too. “This thing is CHEAP and it's a full-on wireless printer that makes little stickers with any shape or text you can imagine,” said one reviewer. “The whole experience is intuitive and kind of fun.” It comes in seven colors.

22A Kitchen Sink Accessories Upgrade

Elevate your kitchen sink with this sink stopper set that handles everything from straining food from the sink water as it goes down the drain to stopping the garbage disposal to allowing you to choose between stopped and filtered with a turn of the knob. It’s every piece that is missing from your current sink rig, and it is rendered in a beautiful finish that will make this workhorse part of the kitchen look high-end. Choose from 10 finishes.

23Foldable Cutting Boards

Chop your ingredients on one of these foldable cutting boards, and it is so easy to transfer them to the pan or bowl. The cutting board itself turns into a big scoop with a handle so you can lift it all up and aim it at its destination. “These are so cool!!” said one reviewer. “Chop your veggies, fold it, and pour them where you want them to go! No muss, no fuss!” This is a pack of two.

24This Humidifier That’s Also A Charming Vignette

This night-light and humidifier creates a whole mood in the room while providing a little light and just enough humidity to minimize dry skin, keep your eyes moisturized, and help your plants thrive. You can add a few drops of essential oil to create a mood-boosting scent. It’s perfect for a child’s room, but it also brings a charming vignette to a bathroom, desk, or bedside table. There are nine flowers and landscapes to choose from.

25Trapezoid Bins That Transform Your Storage

Whether you use them to organize your closet or the kitchen pantry, these storage bins are transformative. The trapezoid shape keeps items together and tidy while letting you see what’s in the bins. With two sewn-in handles that make it easy to lift the bins out, it is fast to fill them, search for what you need, and return the shelf, too. They come in two sizes and nine colors.

26A Cheese & Veggie Grater That’s Pretty & Fast

This rotary cheese grater makes it fast and easy to grate your favorite cheese to add to baked dishes and to slice thin potatoes, shred carrots, or crumble cookies. Just choose the circular blade that suits the result you seek, pop it into the machine, feed the ingredient into the top, and turn the handle. Your shredded, grated, or sliced food shoots into your bowl. It comes in seven colors.

27The Softest Bath Rug Ever

This might just be the softest, plushest bath rug you’ve ever felt — it’s seriously dreamy. Covered in chenille nubs, this pick is also very absorbent — soaking up water drips instantly — and it dries fast to avoid that dreaded mildew stench.

28This Oil Brush That’s Better Than A Spray

This oil dispensing brush that comes in its own airtight jar saves so much time and cleanup when it comes to meal prep. Keep it handy and loaded with oil. When you need to paint some oil into a pan, cookie sheet, or ingredient, it is right there and already loaded. “Practical and stylish,” said one reviewer. “I’d given up on finding an olive oil sprayer [but] this works great.” It comes in seven colors.

29A Mat That Keeps The Counters Clean

Set this absorbent counter mat under the coffee machine or whatever spot in your kitchen tends to get spilled on. It absorbs spills, protects the counters, and always looks clean because it grabs the water and then evaporates it into the air within seconds. “My coffee area has never been this clean,” said one reviewer. “I use [a second] one for dirty dishes.” It comes in three sizes and 17 colors.

30Wooden Ties To Hold Back Your Curtains In Style

Pretty and practical, these wood bead tiebacks feature built-in magnets to hold your curtains open and out of the way. Each one (a pair is included) is over 16 inches long to wrap around curtains of most thicknesses and materials without issue.

31This Pretty Hack For Hanging Towels

It’s easy to hang a towel on the dishwasher, stove handle, or towel bar with these crochet towel loops. Just fold them over an appliance handle, closet rail, towel bar, or whatever you have. Then pull the towel through the wooden rings. They are charming and functional. This is a set of four, and they come in four colors. “Cute and practical,” said one reviewer.

32A Sink Caddy That Keeps Things Dry

Set this sink caddy next to the bathroom or kitchen sink so you have a place to set the scrub brush, dish soap, and other wet tools. The diatomaceous pad is set into a bamboo frame, so it looks bougie and decorative. But that stone absorbs water quickly and then dries out fast, so that it is always dry, even if your tools land there wet. It comes in three colors.

33This Toothbrush Holder That Mounts To The Wall

Solve the clutter problem on your vanity and keep all your personal care items dry and clean by sticking this suction cup toothbrush holder to the wall or mirror. It holds toothbrushes, razors, and other accessories off the counter and has a drain so water doesn’t accumulate at the bottom of your cup. It works well in the shower, art room, and home office and comes in 10 colors.

34An Attractive Cover (With Pockets!) For The Washer & Dryer

You don’t need to replace your dryer because it isn’t beautiful. This magnetic washer and dryer cover will turn that vast metal surface into a decorative, useful space. A set of pockets on the sides can hold decor or laundry tools. The top looks great, covers rust and dings, and is easy to wash. It comes in three styles.

35This Welcome Sign You Can Change For The Season

Hang this clever welcome sign on your door, fence, or mantle and add some friendly decor to your home’s exterior or gathering places. It is covered in faux greenery, makes it clear that welcoming people live here, and has interchangeable magnetic icons you can switch out for the seasons or your mood. “This is the cutest sign!” said one reviewer. “I love that I can change the O out for different seasons/occasions.”

36A Disappearing Clothing Rack

Use this retractable clothing rack to plan today’s outfit, hang a few items to air dry, or line up the garments you plan to iron or steam. It pops out when you need it and disappears when you don’t. It’s perfect in the laundry room or closet. “This works great for hanging things to dry,” said one reviewer. “Love that it folds flat on the wall.” It comes in five colors.

37This Clear Curtain Liner With Mesh Pockets

Add a modern vibe and some storage to your shower with this clear shower curtain liner with storage pockets. Whether you use it alone for a “Shagadelic” look or as a liner with a stylish fabric curtain on the outside, it holds all your gear in those clever mesh pockets, which you can access from the inside or the outside. “A genius idea,” said one reviewer. “The pockets are huge, and you don't have to worry about them getting moldy or gross because they're like a mesh material.”

38A Set Of Tea Lights That Look Like River Rocks

This pebble tea light is designed to look like a natural river rock. Arranging several of them on the dining table, a shelf, the mantle, or in your meditative or ritualistic displays creates a lovely vignette that appears to have been stolen out of a babbling brook. Choose your own tea lights and get creative. They come in six matte colors.

39This Wooden Tool For Making The Bed

This beautifully designed sheet tucker looks pretty on your bedside table or dresser and is ready to help when it is time to make the bed. Instead of hurting your hands and straining your back to lift the mattress, use this paddle to slide the sheets under it. “No more trying to lift up the heavy mattress to tuck the sheet underneath,” said one reviewer. The soft edges won’t tear your sheets, and the ergonomic handle is easy to hold. It comes in two sizes.

40Leather Clips For Your Towel Rack

These magnetic towel clips let you maximize the space on your bathroom towel bar while saving you the chore of folding and refolding towels so they look nice there. Just snap the magnets around the fabric and let the towel hang. The bar will hold more towels, and they will look tidy and intentional instead of messily not folded correctly. This is a pack of three.

41Handy Hanger Storage That Magnetizes In Place

With its magnetic design, this hanger organizer can securely attach to the side of your washer or dryer, so you always have hangers on hand — it’s quite handy. Mount it vertically or horizontally. Either way, it holds up to 25 hangers at a time.

42A Better Way To Organize Flatware

Bring order to your drawers without having to toss out a single fork or knife to fit it all in. This drawer organizer takes advantage of the vertical space in your drawers to find more room. And it comes with labels so you don’t have to teach everyone where to put things. “Ingenious! I was able to fit all our silverware into it,” said one reviewer. “Amazing!”

43An Outlet Cover With A Built-In Night-Light

If you need a bit more low-key light in your home to help navigate when the lights are off, don’t use up all your outlets plugging in night-lights. Replace the outlet covers with this LED night-light outlet cover. A built-in light bar on the underside throws light at the floor whenever the room is dark. It comes in four colors and three outlet styles.

44This Museum Gel To Foil Your Cat

When you want to put a vase or delicate statue on a shelf but don’t trust your cat to resist the urge to throw it to the floor, pull out this adhesive museum gel. It will stick that item gently to the shelf so that neither kitty nor gravity can break it. “This keeps Grandma's glass dish and pitcher in place on the glass tabletop,” said one reviewer. “Also great for playing practical jokes on one's husband.”

45An Effective Fridge Deodorizer That Works For 10 Years

Stinky fridges are no match for this stainless steel deodorizer. It eliminates odors at the source, ensuring your appliance always smells just as good as the day you bought it. And it does so without any power source or filters. Best yet: The deodorizer works for up to 10 years straight.

46Cabinet Handles That Are A Fast Modernization

These hefty square cabinet handles will give your kitchen cabinets a solid gravitas that punches well above the small investment. Or use them to turn a dresser into a modern piece in just a few minutes with a screwdriver. You can use them to cover a center hole and quickly shift the look and feel of your cabinets from delicate to industrial. There are 11 colors and styles, and some styles have a peel-and-stick mounting option.

47A Covered Case For Makeup Brushes

Keep all your makeup brushes, liners, and the pieces you reach for daily, handy and clean in this makeup brush holder that spins and has a clear lid with sliding doors. Multiple dividers inside make it easy to sort your gear and keep it standing upright. “A stylish and practical makeup brush organizer,” said one reviewer. It comes in seven colors.

48This Spinning Storage For Water Bottles

When your water bottle collection grows, you need a storage solution that allows easy access to them. This rotating water bottle organizer is a genius solution. It fits 40-ounce Stanley cup tumblers or anything that’s a similar size. Each one snaps in so it stays upright, and you can spin it to choose the bottle you want. “Works for all my larger cups,” said one reviewer. “[Takes up] less room than the stackable trays that I had previously, and provides a way to leave them on the counter or in the cabinet without seeming disorganized.”

49This Cute Overflow Cover For The Tub

Your bathtub’s overflow drain is stopping you from enjoying the deep soak you crave. Don’t let poor tub design thwart your relaxation goals! This overflow drain cover lets you fill the tub to the brim. Suction it over the overflow drain and fill it up. A drain, posing as the octopus’s mouth, prevents the tub from overfilling. “Cute little guy and gets the job done,” said one reviewer. “Water will not leak through, and you can enjoy a full bath.” There are eight cute creatures to choose from.

50A Bluetooth Speaker With Retro Style

If you are going to set a Bluetooth speaker on your desk, counter, or bedside table, make it this cute retro version that will bring some style. The handle on top makes it easy to move around, and you turn the dial to adjust the volume so it has a real old-school feel. “Got this for work and am constantly getting compliments on how cute and bougie it is,” said one reviewer. “It sounds amazing.” It comes in 10 colors.

51This Water Carafe For Nocturnal Thirst

Hydration is important. Often, though, it seems like too much trouble to get up in the night to quench your thirst. Set this water carafe on your bedside table and you won’t have to get up. The matching cup sits on top of the carafe, keeping dust out of your water and making it easy to find in the dark. It comes in six styles and patterns.

52Hanger Hooks That Save Major Space

Short on hanging space in your closet? These 60 hanger hooks are a low-cost fix. The smooth plastic pick attaches to your existing hangers, and the hook can be used to then attach another hanger to it to maximize space.

53A Pizza Pan For Crispy Crust

Looking for a crispy crust on your home-baked pizza? Drop the dough or frozen pie on this nonstick pizza tray with perforations to let the oven’s heat toast the bottom for a crispier result. The nonstick surface is easy to clean and won’t let your pizza stick, but the carbon steel center gets plenty hot. Silicone handles prevent burns.

54A Compartmentalized Organizer To Tackle Electronic Cords

If you’re guilty of having a bag full of random, jumbled cords, use this cable organizer to get it in check. It has seven separate compartments (and cable ties are included, too) for organization’s sake, and the lid closes to keep out dust.

55This Window Film For Privacy & Cooling

If you want privacy but you don’t want to block the view or light, install this one-way privacy window film on the glass. During the day, you can see out, but from the outside, it looks like a mirror. It also blocks 77% of infrared rays, so your interior stays cool, and blocks 82% of UV rays, so the furniture won’t fade. It comes in 16 colors and patterns.

56A Shoe Storage Bin With Space For 16 Pairs

Don’t make shoe mounds in your closet or entryway. Instead, grab this shoe organizer that has individual slots for up to 16 pairs. This keeps them organized and easy to spot when the time comes. The compartments can be adjusted to accommodate big pairs like boots or heels.

57LED Night-Lights That Can Shine At Any Angle

Unlike most night-lights, these two night-lights rotate 360 degrees for shining at any angle — aim them at the stairs, down the hallway, and more. Each one has a built-in sensor to turn it on automatically when it's dark and turn it off at dawn. The energy-efficient LEDs put out a soft white glow.

58A Pull-Out Hanging Rod For A Luxe Addition To Your Closet

A small touch of luxury for your closet? This valet rod that slides out to hold a hanger or two (like your next day’s outfit or an item you’re steaming), then slides right back in place when you’re done with it. It’s made from sturdy aluminum with the ability to support up to 25 pounds.

59The Cutest Fuzzy Hand Towels That Work Well

Not only are these fuzzy hand towels the cutest thing ever, but the chenille nubs also do an excellent job of drying your hands post-wash session. Hang them up using the loop on top once you’re done.

60An Extra-Narrow Cart For Storage Anywhere

This rolling cart is extra narrow, allowing you to squeeze it into tight spaces for a little extra storage. It has four tiers (which are removable, should you not need them all), plus hanging hooks to accommodate a good amount of items. The cart is made from plastic, and two of the wheels lock so it doesn’t budge.

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