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Picks so good your dad will ask if you finally got a raise.

Promising review: "This item is very cool, we love it! You can change colors, and it has a timer so that the light will go off automatically if you choose. Bright enough for just the right ambient light in an average-sized bedroom. Helps set a calming mood, too." —David A.

Get it from Amazon for $23.99 (available in two styles).

Promising review: "I love this shelf! I needed something tall to fill empty space and store books and plants. Each shelf is very heavy-duty, so I can't imagine any bowing would occur in the future, unless it's got too much humidity. Before we put weight on the shelves, it had gaps between itself the wall, but it balanced itself out after adding books. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this shelf. It's definitely going to last longer than anything you could buy at Ikea, and it has VERY little wasted/unusable space. Just do it! I put it together myself, but I had to hold it steady/leveled while hubby secured it to the wall. It's not impossible to do alone, but get a second person to at least hold it still for you." —Mrs K3NNYB0Y

Get it from Amazon for $102.99+ (available in five colors).

Promising review: "Sturdy, well-made, and easily assembled. Holds many books and turns effortlessly. It also rolls, even on carpet, and is easily relocated without having to remove any books! Functions as promised. It looks good in any room or setting. I highly recommend this excellent bookcase. It takes up a fraction of the footprint of a standard bookcase and is much safer as it cannot tip. I am planning on buying additional bookcases in various sizes to replace my standard bookcases." —Cynthia V

Get it from Amazon for $149.98+ (available in three colors and four heights).

Promising review: "We have bought at least six different brands of these kinds of pillowcases over the years via Amazon. We always order standard-size pillowcases, but invariably, we end up with queen-size ones. These standard-size pillowcases really are standard size. They fit our pillows perfectly. And though all the brands that advertise under the 'satin' or 'sateen' or 'silk' pillowcase category represent that their products are, or 'feel like' silk, these pillowcases really do feel silky. We have only washed them (cold water and line-dried only) a few times, but they seem as though they will hold up. I sure hope so. They are the best and most comfortable that we have yet to find on Amazon." —George Scarlatta

Get them from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in five sizes and 35 colors).

Promising review: "love this rug so much. It’s super fluffy and so aesthetically pleasing." —Olivia

"Absolutely love this rug, such a statement piece in my bedroom!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $32.99+ (available in 18 sizes and 19 colors).

Promising review: "Good strong smell! Don’t even have to light it you can smell it across the room! Great design and good quality." —Stephanie Redding 

Promising review: "This is a great piece of furniture. I purchased this back when it had fewer than 20 reviews and wanted to help bolster that number. I felt like I was taking a risk buying something this large and expensive with little input from past reviewers, but I’m really glad I did. It looks great in the space I have it set up (it’s the perfect bar/buffet for a dining room). I love how much storage it has, and that the two curved ends open to more storage, which is missing on some of the pricier versions of this from other sellers. Overall, if you’re considering this, it’s worth the purchase." —Erin Mattingly

Get it from Amazon for $323+ (available in three wood colors and two sizes).

Promising review: "I love this product so much, I was actually a little surprised at how amazing the quality was when it arrived! The fingers are slightly different sizes, so you can store different sizes of rings, and they're spaced perfectly, so I could fit all of my bulkier rings as well. The product is a hard plastic type of material, and doesn't feel like it could break easily. It's also nice and sturdy, so you don't have to worry about your rings flying everywhere if you accidentally bump it. Definitely gonna buy more soon to fit my other ring. 💕 I highly recommend purchasing!!" —Kitty

Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in six colors).

Promising review: "I bought this because the reviews said it was real wood, sturdy, and an awesome deal. The reviews were correct — I was surprised by the quality of this desk." —Kristin

"We were on the lookout for a more mid-mod design writing desk as an alternative for guests and a change of pace in a work-from-home environment. Great to see a solid product offered for a modest price." —rivak 

Some reviewers note that they're way easier to hang up if you leave the strings tied, then untie them once you have the lights mounted where you want them. Also try layering them with some sheer curtains.

Promising review: "It's been a couple of years since I've had these, but THEY ARE GREAT. I bought the curtain and lights separately and used them to create an accent wall in my teeny tiny NYC apartment. I got tons of compliments on them, and it was SO easy to set up. I just used thumbtacks to place it into the wall (probably not the best idea, but hey, it worked)." —katrinaforreal

Get them from Amazon for $18.98+ (available in five colors and three styles).

Promising review: "So cute, warm, and soft in my Louis XV counter-height chairs that I work from every day at a table. Really adds a luxurious touch and will add to the warm and cozy feel. I might be tempted to buy more for other seating areas! Economical way to upgrade a chair!" —Dr. Lori Lind

Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in 12 shapes/sizes and eight colors). 

Before adding this to your cart, you have the option to customize it, including selecting from 14 lengths and 15 colors (including custom colors). The CovoBox is made from reclaimed books and sustainable wood.

Covogoods is a family-owned small business that creates home decor in Utah.

Promising review: "I’m pretty sure I’ve never loved a purchase from Amazon as much as I love this one. This product is EXTREMELY well made and very unique. Plus, it does the job of hiding the ugly routers and cords. And the customer service was great and responsive. I was a little hesitant to spend the money on this, but after years of living with the husband’s pile of technology, the money was well spent!" —AmazonEmme

Get it from Covogoods on Amazon Handmade for $29+ (available in customizable sizes and colors).

These are just pillow covers, so grab some pillow inserts, if you need 'em!

Promising review: "Far exceeded my expectations — the feel and rich depth of the cover makes me want to get them in every color! They’re stretchy and could fit 18x18–20x20 pillows. Mine are 20x20. They’re buttery soft. If they’ve been sitting in your cart, get them while you can!" —Amazon Customer

Get a set of two covers from Amazon for $21.99 (available in five colors).

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Promising review: "Love, love, love this wallpaper!!! It is beautiful and unique, refined and elegant, and heavy-duty quality. I found it super easy to install, though I opted to use it for a room border versus full wall coverage. I also found it very forgiving, allowing me to pull it back off and adjust areas without leaving permanent dents in the design. It gave my son’s bedroom a whole new look, and I have gotten lots of compliments on this wallpaper!" —MB

Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in frost and navy).

Natural Inspired Finds is a woman-owned small business based in London that makes unique paper lanterns.

Promising review: "It is a wonderful product. It is exactly what I was looking for. I just love how it adds a peaceful, thoughtful, and natural vibe to our house. I recommend it with all my heart." —Élodie Boutin

Get it from Natural Inspired Finds for $54.62+ (has customizing options).

Promising review: "Bought the bronze color and it is just beautiful. It's weighty and looks of good quality and workmanship, but is not so heavy that it’s hard to work with if you want to lean it or hang it. I wanted the Primrose from Anthropologie, but it's hard to pay that price. This mirror is of quality and has a much better price. Move over, Primrose. I love it!" —Joni Bell

Get it from Amazon for $83.99+ (available in four colors and sizes).

Promising review: "I am in love with this little clock. It’s as adorable as it looks online and fits in perfectly with my decor. I appreciate its small size and neutral hues. The face is easy-to-read. It’s easy-to-use, just like the clocks of yore. I’m relieved to hear no ticking and to have its very gentle light only when I press for it at night. So far, it seems to keep time well. My only wish would be a more pleasant sounding alarm; goodness knows though, there’s certainly no chance of me oversleeping now that I have this to awaken me!" —Amanda

Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in 12 colors).

Promising review: "After seeing an orb lamp at West Elm, I went looking for one that isn’t $500. This lamp is definitely a shiny, brassy gold and not a satin, champagne-color gold, but I actually love the color! My new house has a much more vintage, Art Deco vibe than my last place, and I think it fits right in with that. The milky orbs are beautiful and make the light nice and warm. It is pretty bright, but that works for me. I have it in a corner of my office that I don’t look directly at very often and think it will be the perfect alternative to overhead lights. All-in-all, I’m a huge fan and highly recommend!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $86.49 (available in four colors).

This is IP44 waterproof certified, meaning it can withstand splashes of water. DO NOT put this in the water with you (for so many reasons), but it's totally okay if it gets a little water on it as long as it doesn't fall in. Whether on top of your shower or on a bathroom sink, it's gonna be bright enough to light up your life.

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Promising review: "I bought this for my bathroom because the one light is super bright and it's too much in the mornings. I still needed some light, so I looked into a lamp like this over some kind of night light or plug-in lamp. I bought this because the reviews were promising, and so far I'm really happy. I charged it when it arrived a week ago, and haven't needed to charge it again yet. I love the warm, but not yellow-y light it emits. The lamp also seems really sturdy, like if I knocked it off the counter, it would be fine. The dimming function is great, no flickering, and I'm really happy the lamp 'remembers' the brightness level it was last on. It says waterproof, and I haven't tested that, but the charging port plug seems to seal really well, so I'm not nervous to have it on the bathroom counter or right next to the shower. My one complaint is that the wood grain color appeared different on my computer than in real life, and it's a little more reddish in person. However, I like this lamp so much I've been moving it to my desk to use in the evenings, so I may just buy another one that matches my bathroom better and leave the wood colored one at my desk." —Syd Smith

Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in five colors).

Promising review: "After looking for an arched mirror for my apartment, I decided to buy this piece instead of dropping $400+ on one from Crate and Barrel or Urban Outfitters. And it’s PERFECT. Already assembled and exactly what I was hoping for. If you’re looking for an arched mirror and don’t want to spend major coin, I can’t recommend this mirror enough." —Garrick Patterson

Get it from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in three finishes and 10 sizes).

Promising review: "I really love these chairs. They were very easy to put together. The screws and tools were provided, and assembly only took five minutes. They are sturdy and pretty and swivel very well. I think they are delightful, cozy, fun chairs at a reasonable price!" —Lori Lynn & Zeke

"This is perfect for my living room to help balance out the area! Sturdy. Soft. Good height for back support." —Jenna Page

Get it from Amazon for $199.99+ (available in 26 colors).

Promising review: "This is a fantastic lamp for a limited space. It assembles pretty easily and looks very stylish. The gold is a gorgeous color!" —Emily van den Berg

Promising review: "Installation was quick and easy, it's very very slim to the wall profile-wise. The heat output is great and it's quiet, it's heating an approximately 1,000-square foot basement to comfortable levels. I was frozen down here, now I just set the fireplace on low and it's 72 degrees Fahrenheit. Plus it looks awesome, the remote is easy enough to use. I've had tons of compliments on it." —m.code

Get it from Amazon for $139.99+ (available in six sizes).

The portrait lights are battery-operated and wireless, so you don't have to worry about hiring an electrician or doing any installation yourself. Each unit runs off of three AAAs (order a 36-pack before you forget!) and an included remote lets you set the light to different brightnesses and schedule a timer for 15, 30, 60, or 120 minutes.

Promising review: "Absolutely love this gallery light. Easy to install and operate. It looks great and provides just the right amount of light. It's dimmable and has both white and warm light. The price is excellent." —Marcia Siegal

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in three colors and two sizes).

If you like the faux vine-look featured in the pic above, this is a great option to buy!

Promising review: "I had this blank corner in my living room, and I just knew this ladder desk would be a gorgeous addition to the area. I don't have an extra room for an office or even the kind of space in our small home to designate to a bulky desk. It was very easy to assemble. It took maybe 25 minutes to put together. I love having my own spot to get my work done on my MacBook. Plus, this spot is perfect for working on any crafts/DIYs. I added a pouf seat instead of a chair just to save even more space since it easily slides underneath the desk. Anyway, I'm so stoked about this purchase! I highly recommend it." —Heather Nicholson

Get it from Amazon for $122.99+ (available in four finishes).

Promising review: "The light is nice! It’s a unique-looking light. I love how it has three different settings so you can adjust the brightness. It fits perfectly with my reading chaise and goes well with the rest of my living room decor. I love the light. I’d definitely recommend it to others." —Carmelita Joy

Get it from Amazon for $89.99+ (available in three finishes).

Welland is a small business in Southern California that sells home furnishings and decor.

Promising review: "I absolutely LOVE this coffee table. It was super easy to assemble, great quality, and gorgeous. I didn’t realize how big and bulky my old coffee table was until I replaced it with this one. I bought the end table, too! I highly recommend!" —Karin

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Promising review: "I was very hesitant about the idea of washable rugs….OMG this rug came and I am so impressed, not only about the way it looks, but I love the way it feels. It is so soft on the surface and feels great on my feet. The kids came over and immediately fell in love with it. I think this rug is wonderful." —Kris M. Gomez

Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in 18 colors and 11 sizes).

Promising review: “Buy it!!!!! Absolutely stunning little dresser/night table. I am blown away by how well it's made and how well it was packaged. You can see that the particleboard that it was packaged with on top is sturdier than most Ikea furniture! I love this style and have not been able to find anything like this in stores. Each piece is unique since it's real wood! The drawers are soft-closing and deep. It comes ready to go, aside from the legs, which you must attach. I had some issues, and customer service was quick and solved my issue! I will be purchasing additional furniture from this company and have already recommended them to my sister. I can't stop staring at it ❤️.” —Carmen Petru Tudosa 

The distance determines how wide and intense the light is — position it farther away for a softer diffused light, or closer up to focus the colorful beam on a specific spot.

Promising review: "This lamp really exceeded my expectations. I bought it on a whim and honestly wasn't expecting that much, but I'm really happy with it. Feels like it's made of durable, quality material and emits a strong light, but it's not too bright — I use it in the evenings when I'm trying to wind down before bed and it's bright enough to light up my room without feeling like it's going to mess up my sleep cycle. Highly recommend — really does feel like you're watching a lovely sunset :)" —amazon customer

Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in three light styles).

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This piece is by Sally Elshorafa, the Home and Garden Editor at BuzzFeed Shopping. She’s written hundreds of stories about furniture, decor, cleaning, gardening, and home upgrades, all with one goal: to sift through the nonsense and surface what’s actually worth your money.