Nothing takes a living space from bland to stylish like a good rug. Add a fun, graphic print in a neutral palette to your apartment for a versatile look.
Want a colorful rug but can’t pick one? Grab a color block version to get two hues in one. Flip the rug when your decor changes, or when you feel like freshening up the space without going shopping.
If you’re a biker, living in an apartment might mean there’s no space to stow your bike outside of your unit. Add this hook to any wall in your home for safe storage.
Good lighting is the key to everything, and your first apartment is no exception. Add this ceramic side table lamp to your living room, bedside table, or even entryway to add a chic touch to the space.
Upgrade your desk with a brass lamp, adding an instant touch of glam to your home workspace.
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Houseplant
Adding something living is an amazingly easy way to brighten up your new living space, and we’ve rounded up the best ones for novices to add to their home. We promise, even if you have a black thumb, you can't kill these houseplants.
Apartments don’t always have the most built-in storage, so if your closet is constantly overflowing (or nonexistent!), grab a clothing rack to transform your room from a disaster zone into an Instagram-worthy set-up. Grab a rack with some bottom shelves to organize shoes or folded items.
Hand towels are an easy thing to forget when you’re shopping for your first apartment, but they’re an immediate necessity once you wash your hands or spill in the kitchen. Pick up some pretty tea towels for something functional and aesthetically pleasing.
Getting your first apartment isn’t just about rugs and a great entryway, but making sure you have the tools for everyday living. A large pot for cooking up soups, boiling pasta, and so much more is always a necessity.
A good frying pan will stay with you long beyond your first apartment, and this set of two should help kick off your relationship with your first kitchen.
Apartment kitchens are small spaces, and it’s likely you’ll only be able to fit one extra appliance on your counter. If you’re looking to make a wide variety of recipes with minimal effort, try an Instant Pot, a.k.a. a slow-cooker and pressure cooker mash-up.
If you love coming home to a good slow-cooked meal at the end of the day, or enjoy preparing big batches of meals for the week, pick up a slow-cooker for your kitchen.