The days of spending a small fortune to kit your house out with really cute stuff are officially over - cheap homeware is all a gal needs.
Ever since IKEA came on the scene and made it really easy to get gorgeous stuff at an affordable price, many retailers have been following suit with amazingly chic and cheap homeware. Homeware includes stuff like duvet covers, decor and even furniture.
Now, you can get on-trend, timeless and unique homeware from a multitude of places online, all for a price that doesn't make your eyes water.
SHOP: The best cheap and chic homeware UK 2024
Ready to start shopping? We've listed some of our favourite places to buy cheap homeware that's also really chic, along with our favourite items.
Dunelm
Ah, Dunelm. How we love you so. This haven for home decor lovers is well known for its huge range of products to totally transform your house into a home. What's even better - Dunelm's Easter Sale has begun. Here are our top three pick of products from the website.
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Dunelm has a tonne of floor lamps up for sale, whether you want a minimalist or vintage look in your home.
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Bring an element of design to both your indoor and outdoor space with this elegant arch wall mirror.
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A gorgeous mirrored side table for less than £80? We won't say no to that.
AmazonBasics
AmazonBasics has everything from cushions, bedding and knife sets to cables, shredders and fire pits. You name it, they've got it. What's more, everything is of great quality and at a purse-friendly price. Bag yourself Amazon Prime and your cheap homeware will even be with you the next day.
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Are your bathroom towels looking a little tired? What better excuse to go shopping than checking out Amazon Basic's affordable towel sets?
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Yep, you can even get super cute side tables and end tables from Amazon Basics - and here's the thing: they're half the price of those fancier versions but work just as well.
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There simply is nothing better than snuggling up under a super soft blanket. Enough said. This Cuddly Fleece Balnket comes in seven colours.
H&M Home
H&M Home is easily one of the most covetable collections on this list. Utterly stylish and chic, it'll take your decor to the next level.
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H&M is all about bold colours this summer. Think bright pinks, oranges and yellows.
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How cute is this abstract candlestick holder? For £24.99, we're obsessed.
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Add a jute rug to your collection for that Scandi effortless look.
Mango Home
Very similar to H&M Home's simplistic yet chic homeware style, Mango Home comes in at around the same price cost, sometimes even lower. We particularly love Mango Home's tablecloth collection. It's something to behold.
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Elevate your dinner parties with Mango Home's checkered tablecloth - with a timeless design and exquisite linen and cotton fabric.
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This timeless fragrance captures the essence of lavender fields in full bloom, creating an atmosphere of tranquillity. And relaaaax.
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Available in face, hand and bath towel sizes, the Mango Striped Towel will give a fresh touch to your bathroom in the purest Mediterranean style.
RedBubble
If you're looking for unique, cheap homeware products, RedBubble is the online marketplace for you. Bringing together designs from independent creators, its products are sure to be a conversation starter when you have guests over.
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From the very popular Hannibal series, you can have your hands on Will's very own clock, as seen in episode 110. There are a ton of other TV show-themed homeware decor on the site, from Friends, Suits and more.
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Zhuzh up your living room with some abstract faces on cushion covers. Beautifully designed.
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Independent sellers make many different art prints on Redbubble. We love this sexy print from millamix.
Habitat
Habitat is a wonderland of affordable, cheap homeware goodies. Next time you're doing your weekly browse, why not have a look along the online aisles, so to speak?
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This candle is a centrepiece in itself and for £15 it's hard to say no, really.
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Upgrade your side tables with these sweet ceramic table lamps - and the colour olive is so in right now.
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Looking to dress your interior up with a more unique style? Habitat also has a load of trends to shop for, like this cute bubble side table.
Matalan
You'll have seen plenty of Matalan's home offerings while in store, but there's a whole other world of Pinterest-worthy products online for you to swoon over, too.
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For that totally effortless look, you have to invest in some rope or rattan storage baskets. Super chic.
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Freshen up your bedroom for spring with this sweet floral cover from Matalan.
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Even the bigger ticket items like these storage units Matalan has on offer for less than you'd find in a home store. So sleek.
Wilko
Wilko doesn't just offer everything you need to kit your student house out, you know. Its home range features items for every room, inspired by all the latest trends.
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Is there anything Wilko can't do? We think not.
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If you didn't already know, Wilko also does its own art and prints - we love this still life plants wall art.
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Wilko's faux flowers make it super easy to spruce up your home without the stress of being a plant parent.
Zara Home
A perfect dupe for Anthropologie's more expensive homeware collection, the Zara Home collection items are just as chic as their clothing. From smaller pieces like vases to bigger side tables, there are tonnes to explore.
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Perfect for the upcoming BBQ season, Zara's Bubbled Glass Pitcher is ideal for fruity water, or something a bit more alcoholic (Pimms anyone?)
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Reminiscent of old-school sugar candies, this Zara Glass Vase would look gorgeous with a fresh bunch of flowers popped inside.
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Coffee table books that you've never read (but we won't tell your guests that) would look so lovely on this Beveled Wooden Table.
Looking to protect your sofa?
Now you're stocked up on some beautiful pieces of cheap homeware, the question is- how do you upgrade big pieces of furniture without spending a fortune? If you want to update your living room, sofa skins are an easy and affordable way to do just that.
The chic sofa covers come in so many designs and colours so you're sure to find one to suit your space. You simply slip them over your sofa and voila, you've got a brand-new look. They've also been tried out by our favourite organisation queen, Stacey Solomon, so you're in good company.
How to decide on your home decorating style
1. Dive through your closet: Whether you're conscious of it or not, you have preferences, and your clothes can be a great indication of what patterns, materials and hues you like most.
2. Get inspired: Whether it's flipping through a magazine, watching an Architectural Digest video or visiting a friend's brand-new home, inspiration is everywhere for cheap homeware. All you have to do is look and take notes.
3. Mood board: Is there ever a time when a mood board isn't called for? Collate all your favourite homeware inspo from IG, Pinterest and magazines all in one place for an overall taste of what you're looking for. This will make shopping so. much. easier - we promise.
Ruby Barry is a Product Writer for heat, specialising in fashion and beauty. The team has nicknamed her “dupe queen”, as there’s not a product in the world she can’t find a cheaper alternative for.