Once the calendar hits August, I’m ready to begin decorating for fall! With the temperatures still screaming summer, I tend to ease myself into fall by adding faux florals first! As much as I love and appreciate the high-end stems and branches that I have for the fall season, I don’t love splurging on florals because I know you can find so many affordable options that are just as beautiful. After all, most of them are only out for a few months! Over the last few years, I have made it my mission to try out affordable options for all of you, and I have finally found some really great ones that I’m so excited to share!

Amazon Prime Day is here! This is one of my favorite sales of the entire year! This sale is the perfect time to save on pieces you have been eyeing or simply restock on your essentials at a more affordable price point. While the sale can definitely be overwhelming to sort through, I have dialed down my top 20 picks that we own and absolutely love. These are styles that look high-end, are worth the purchase, and have been bestsellers many times over for good reason. If you’re looking for the best recommendations for your home—rugs, furniture, decor, lighting, kitchen essentials, and more—be sure to read this list. I promise, you will love these finds just as much as we do, and so many others, too!

One of the most frequently asked questions across all platforms is about the rugs we have in our home! I knew when building our home I would want area rugs to create division amongst open spaces, as well as a warm landing spot underfoot in all our rooms. I personally love the look of a vintage rug. The price of vintage rugs wasn’t in our budget, and I know it’s not for most consumers either, so I found the best vintage-inspired rugs that are affordable, high-quality, and easy to clean! Check them out!

Each year around this time, I always feel myself gravitating towards a simple, clean home. The happiness of the holidays has passed, and I crave a clear space and mind as we begin the new year. Oftentimes, we remove all the holiday decor from our homes and get this feeling of emptiness—don’t worry, I feel it, too. My biggest tip—don’t oversaturate your home again. Let it be, and start simple by adding your favorite faux stems and sprays, either greenery or florals.

After having our round designer dining table from Lulu & Georgia for under a year, we started seeing a lot of wear and tear. I knew investing in another designer table wasn’t the right option for us at this stage of life, so I went on a mission to find something that was affordable, great quality, and still felt high-end. Enter Walmart!

Our living room is feeling so light and bright thanks to a few updates I have been loving!