How do you decorate luxury apartments in Washington DC? If you’re like most residents, you want apartment décor that’s unique, personal, and affordable. You want items you won’t find in every other apartment in the city for prices that won’t throw you into debt. Years ago, that might have been a challenge, but, these days, there are countless online retailers and artisan communities that cater to modern needs. Here are some of the best.
Wayfair
Probably the most well-known destination for discount home goods, Wayfair still leads the pack when it comes to bargains. The site, which sells everything from furniture and appliances to rugs and pillows, caters to those who prefer a one-stop shopping experience. If you want to give your apartment a makeover without dipping too far into your savings, then you would do well to start here.
Fab
For unique décor, head over to Fab, which carries distinctive yet affordable items from up-and-coming artists and designers from around the world. Looking for apartment ideas on a budget? Their eclectic assortment includes everything you could want for a stylish apartment. They even have an entire section devoted to Faux Taxidermy, which includes T. Rex heads and Flannel Bucks.
Gilt Home
Gilt’s home section is a repository for designer home goods at reasonable prices. Head here to find an amazing selection of furniture, bedding, kitchen items, lighting, décor, flatweave rugs, and more. The site doesn’t offer the cheapest goods in the world, but it does carry incredible items at below-market prices.
H&M Home
Yes, they’re known for fast fashion apparel, but H&M has also taken a stab at the home goods market. Shop by room, category, or concept to find nifty items that will look superb in your luxury apartment in DC.
Muji
Some have dubbed Muji the “IKEA” of Japan, and, like most things Japanese, it emphasizes simplicity, or, to use its own phrase, “succinct” design. Muji’s online store sells an amazing variety of products, from bead cushions and stacking shelves to mops and socks. They also have a respectable kitchen department. If no-frills design is your thing, this is your place.
Nordstrom Rack
Nordstrom Rack is the famous department store’s answer to the world of discount retail. The outfit sells almost every brand name that you can find at any Nordstrom store, but for a fraction of the price (up to 70% less in some cases). Head over to their Home section to find designer goodies for the apartment.
Home Depot
People typically associate Home Depot with power tools and DIY essentials, but the big-box store also sells humble décor items. Shop by room to find everything from console tables and mirrors to clocks and table lamps. The best part is that their items are organized in collections, so it’s easy to find what you need for an “urban modern entryway” or a “new traditional kitchen.”
Society6
Artists from the four corners of the globe head to Society6 to sell their goods directly to customers. For décor that no one else has, this place is a gold mine. Browse their catalog for custom-designed wall tapestries, shower curtains, rugs, travel mugs, and more.
All-Modern
All-Modern carries all the trendy goods you could want, and the site has a wide enough selection to accommodate nearly any budget. Check out their “Must-Have Accents Under $35” section to find some great steals on rare designs.
Target Project 62
Target has always offered relatively affordable home décor products, but the retailer recently unveiled its new Project 62 line specifically with small spaces in mind.
Etsy
The most popular peer-to-peer marketplace around, Esty is the home of unique items on the web. The best part is you can get your items straight from the artisans and designers themselves—no middleman required.