4 Simple Upgrades That Made My Apartment Look More Expensive
Lately, I've been finding myself spending more time and energy looking for home decor items instead of new clothes. While I'll always get excited about the newest It bag, I've made it my priority to invest in my apartment right now. (Side note: Does it mean I'm a real adult if I get excited about a new lamp or rug?)
Of course, large pieces of furniture like couches and dining tables make a big impact in any space, but not everyone is in the market for these major purchases. I decided to round up my favorite items that are much easier to incorporate into any apartment. For instance, I was so happy to ditch my old cotton sheets and try out luxurious, hotel-worthy silk ones—it's the home equivalent of replacing your old college sweatshirt with a tailored blazer. In other words, it makes you feel like a bonafide grown-up. Scroll down to shop my 4 favorite home items that are upgraded versions of things you already own.
Coffee table books are the chicest way to show off your hobbies. Whether you're passionate about sports, interiors, fashion, or travel, a weighty coffee table book will add some panache to your living room. How many purchases (fashion, home, or otherwise) can you say you literally use every single day? Sheets definitely qualify, so you might as well invest in high-quality versions that will last for years. I have the Rove Concepts Mulberry Charmeuse Silk Sheet Set, and it has fulfilled my dream of having a hotel-worthy bed. The sheets are incredibly silky-smooth and are a huge upgrade from the cotton versions I've always owned. I tend to get hot at night, but these sheets have kept me very cool—even with the heater blasting in the winter. Yes, real silk sheets are definitely an investment, but the cost-per-wear becomes pretty reasonable when you consider that you'll be sleeping on them at least 300 days a year. Plus, sleeping on silk pillowcases is known to help fight frizz. The only downside is that silk sheets make it that much harder to get out of bed in the morning. In terms of designer homeware, candles are probably the most accessible category—and for me, they also bring the most comfort. The smell of anything woodsy can totally transform my apartment and make it feel like a cozy, safe space. In terms of designer brands, there's nothing better than Byredo, Diptyque, and Le Labo, but there are tons of more affordable options that are just as chic. Look through any French girl's Instagram and you're bound to find a slew of selfies taken in gold mirrors—bonus points if they're antique-style mirrors. I'm not too proud to say I've been #influenced and recently bought one for my apartment.
If you're into fashion and an avid TikTok scroller, you've probably come across the viral and somewhat controversial Coperni one-leg jeans . People who got their hands on them are asking followers how they should style them - and even whether or not they should keep them. Those who are still on a waitlist or are simply curious about the trend are going so far as to DIY the jeans by taking a scissor to one leg of an old pair. I, on the other hand, dared to step into the Romeo Hunte Black One Leg Pant ($232, originally $725), an alternative take on the same silhouette that's even more eye-catching (which, how is that possible?). These jeans were, without a doubt, one of the most polarizing looks I've ever worn - and I've tried some pretty divisive clothing, from Skims butt-enhancing shapewear to the brand's famous push-up nipple bra , and many a sheer naked dress . After wearing the jeans around town to run errands and obviously attracting some attention (st...
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Never have we been more envious of an inanimate object than when Pedro Pascal stepped out in a sparkly cardigan this week. As soon as we saw him walking the streets of London wearing the glittery knit, we longed to swap places with it - to be enrobing the heartthrob, catching the attention of random passersby, sparking internet discourse, and ultimately taking responsibility for his style breakout. Pascal has been serving look after look while promoting " The Last of Us " season one and "The Mandalorian" season three this year, working with stylists Julie Ragolia and Fabio Immediato . His latest came on Feb. 23 when he arrived to a radio interview wearing the shiny cardigan in question: a long button-down sweater made of silver foil yarn and created by menswear label 4SDesigns. He layered it over a sheer brown tank top and finished the look with black pants, leather boots, and his usual chunky-framed glasses. Just one day prior, the actor stopped by a photo call...
