A few years ago, my husband and I built a house. Since then, I've been on a mission to find household items that'll make my life easier. (Bonus points if they're also chic.) I try to be selective, as Amazon could easily take all my money if I'm not careful, but there are certain items I honestly don't know how I lived without. In fact, I'd reorder these things in a second if something happened to them—they're seriously that good.
Since I'm in no mood to gatekeep, I'm sharing some of my tried-and-true finds with you. I hope they'll provide the solution you've been looking for or be the source of some great housewarming gift ideas. With that, keep scrolling to shop some of my favorite home items, starting at just $7 (I promise that even the pricier items are worth it).
Graf Lantz
Wine-O's Wine Glass Identifier, 12 Piece
Wine charms are usually cheesy, but not these.
Balmuda
The Toaster Steam Oven Toaster
This toaster oven looks so chic, and it makes everything taste better. It's worth every penny. I don't know how I lived without it.
Bormioli Rocco
Bodega Collection Glassware, Set Of 12
These simple glasses are my go-tos, and the price point is great.
Salt
Stone
Black Rose
Vetiver Candle
I'm obsessed with this candle. It smells amazing and has the prettiest glow.
Seseno
Set Of 4 Clear Pantry Organizer Bins
These bins have completely transformed my pantry.
Dyson
V8 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner
Call me crazy, but my Dyson actually makes me look forward to vacuuming.
mDesign
Small Metal 2.4 Gallon Trash Can
I just got this for our guest bedroom. It's the perfect slim, discreet design.
Cb2
Hex Matte Black Toilet Paper Storage Tower
I don't know where other people keep unsightly toilet paper, but this is how I store mine.
Nambe
Gourmet Harmony 3 Piece Wooden Salad Bowl Set
This set makes even the simplest salad seem fancy.
Barefoot Dreams
CozyChic Throw Blanket
This cozy blanket is essential since I'm someone who's always freezing (even in the middle of July).
Hawkins New York
Essential Letter Tray
I hate to admit it, but I kept my mail on the floor before ordering this.
Nespresso
Aeroccino3 Milk Frother
I bought several cheap frothers before finally investing in this high-quality one three years ago. It has yet to break.
Coverware
Drink Tops Ventilated Silicone Wine Glass Covers
I learned the hard way (many times) that there's nothing worse than a fruit fly landing in a fresh glass of wine.
Shintop
10pcs Jute Wine Bags
It's so important to have gift-wrapping materials on hand. Every bottle of wine I give is encased in one of these jute sacs (and everyone loves it).
Lisen
Cell Phone Stand
My phone loves in this stand when it's on my desk, and it feels like such an upgrade to my workstation.
Marshall
Willen Wireless Speaker
She's small but mighty (and cute).
The Container Store
Seine Woven Jute Storage Bin
I use these lovely bins in my closet and in my living room.
Sally's Organics
Empty Amber Glass Spray Bottles, 2 Pack
These are much nicer to look at than the bottles cleaning supplies come in.
Yamazaki Home
Airtight Pet Food Storage
It isn't the cheapest way to store dog food, but I have no regrets.
Allinko
Dishwasher Magnet Clean Dirty Sign
You know you've reached a new stage in your life when things like this get you excited.
Cb2
Kela Matte Black Towel Rack
If your bathroom doesn't have a towel bar, this is the solution.
Ono
Roller
Behold a fidget that actually looks nice.
Ostadarra
6 Pairs Spa Slippers
Whenever we have house guests, I give them a pair of these.
Hoto
Tool Set
I think this would make a great (albeit unconventional) housewarming gift.
The Container Store
Premium Non-Slip Velvet Hangers, Package of 40
If you're in the market for new hangers, these get my vote.
Deucore
2 Pack Cordless LED Table Lamp
I ordered these for our backyard after noticing all of the cool restaurants in NYC had similar ones.
Graf Lantz
Bierfilzl 100% Merino Wool Moisture Wicking
I'm obsessed with these because wet coasters drive me crazy.
Hawkins New York
Simple Watering Can
This is so chic that I keep it on display in our kitchen rather than hide it away.
Allyson is a senior editor forBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing
. She joined the company in 2014 as co-founder Katherine Power's executive assistant and over the years has written hundreds of stories forBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing
. Prior to her career in fashion, Allyson worked in the entertainment industry at companies such as Sony Pictures Television. Allyson is now based in Raleigh, North Carolina, and is originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She holds a BFA in theater arts. Her path to fashion may not have been linear, but based on the number of fashion magazines she collected as a child and young adult, it was meant to be.