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55 Cheap, Bougie Things That Make Your Bathroom Way More Impressive

A glow-up for the humblest room in the house.

by Amanda Pellegrino
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While you might not immediately consider your bathroom to be the most impressive room in your home, it’s one of the easiest spots to create a major glow-up without breaking the bank. The secret? A few upgrades that look way more expensive than they really are. These finds feel bougie, elevated, and polished — think: sleek organizers, luxe-looking decor, and functional storage that feels like it belongs in a spa. Whether you’re getting ready for the day or hosting guests, these cheap, bougie selections make your bathroom feel noticeably more inviting and, yes, impressive.

1Leaf-Shaped Towels That’ll Make You Feel Like You’re On Vacation

These leaf-shaped hand towels might just make you feel like you’re at a Hawaiian resort. They’re made of coral fleece, so they’re super absorbent, buttery soft, and hang from a rack or hook so you can easily place them in a convenient spot in the bathroom. Plus, they’re woven super tightly so they don’t spread lint everywhere. Use them to wipe down the counter, wash the mirror, or dry your hands.

2Edison-Style Night-Lights That Look Vintage & Industrial

These Edison-style night-lights have a vintage-inspired design that really blows away comparable offerings. They have dusk-to-dawn sensors so the light automatically turns on when you need it without thinking about it. And they let off a soft, warm glow that helps you move around in the dark without creating a harsh glare. Plus when they’re plugged in, each one only uses one outlet so the other is fully available for your blow dryer, toothbrush charger, and whatever else you need.

3A Faux Tile Shower Mat With A Loofah-Like Texture

With a loofah-like texture, this shower mat not only exfoliates your feet every time you stand on it, but it also adds friction to your shower to help prevent slips thanks to a grippy base. The porous, hole-filled design still allows water to properly drain so it doesn’t pool on the floor of your shower. Plus, the tile motif is just so bougie and cute.

4A Waterproof Shower Lamp To Set The Vibe While You’re Washing Up

Imagine this: The bathroom lights are off, this waterproof lamp is letting off a warm amber glow, and you’re taking the most vibey shower of your life. Sounds amazing, right? This lamp can sit on a bench or ledge in the shower and has 16 colors and six dimming levels to choose from to really set the tone. The whole thing operates with a waterproof touch control on the base, so it’s really easy to change even with wet, soapy hands.

5A Bougie Trash Can With A Fluted Texture & Golden Accents

Even trash cans can be bougie if you know where to look. This one has a grooved texture, golden accents, and a long and narrow design with rounded edges that make the whole thing look expensive. Perfect for the bathroom, it’s waterproof and motion activated so all you have to do is swipe your hand over the sensor and it automatically opens and then closes. It even comes in a bunch of different colors to match your bathroom’s existing aesthetic.

6A Super Shaggy Bath Rug That Feels Like Walking On A Cloud

Impress yourself and your guests when you add this plush bath mat to your bathroom. It has a shaggy chenille design that feels like walking on a cloud whenever you step out of the shower. It’s shockingly absorbent, has a nonslip bottom to help keep you secure, and it maintains its shape after you step on it. On top of all that, it’s machine washable so you can easily clean it and keep your bathroom looking and feeling like a spa.

7Floral Contact Paper That Completely Transforms Your Bathroom Walls

One of the easiest ways to completely transform your bathroom on a budget is to cover the walls in this peel-and-stick contact paper. With an oversized abstract floral design, this wallpaper is made of thick vinyl that’s waterproof, which is important in high-humidity environments like bathrooms. Plus, it was designed specifically for you to install it yourself with a grid pattern on the back that makes lining things up and creating the perfect accent wall a breeze.

8A Slim Basket That Discreetly Stores Up To 12 Rolls Of Toilet Paper

Obviously, you have to keep spare rolls of toilet paper easily accessible, but you can do it in a way that feels clean and bougie with this fabric basket. It holds up to 12 regular rolls — or nine mega rolls — and it has a slit on the side so you can see when it’s time to refill at a glance. It even has a bamboo lid that can double as a shelf to hold your phone, a plant, an air freshener — you name it. Plus if you want to put it away, it folds up flat for easy storage.

9An Embossed Glass Dispenser That Makes Fancy, Foamy Soap

This embossed glass soap dispenser looks so pretty on your countertop and it can create foamy soap for a fancy, luxurious lather every time. Simply add liquid soap and water to the base, slip on the top, and it creates a lovely foam. The glass is clear so you can always see when it’s time for a refill, too. And the wide, flat pump is designed to be both stylish and really easy to use.

10A 2-Tier Counter Organizer That Fits Neatly In The Corner

Nothing quite says bougie like a well-organized space, and this two-tier countertop shelf is the perfect way to store your skin care and makeup essentials so they’re always tidy and available. With a 90-degree angle, it slips neatly into corners, and the top tier can be moved to two different levels to adjust to the height of items on the bottom shelf. Plus, it has nonslip feet on the bottom to protect your countertop from scratches and scrapes.

11Eucalyptus Stems That Smell Like A Very Fancy Spa

If there was a smell that defined the word bougie, it would probably be eucalyptus. They’re all over spas, saunas, and gyms to keep the space looking and smelling incredible. If you want that vibe for your bathroom, it’s as easy as hanging these dried stems from your showerhead or displaying them in a vase on the countertop. They deliver a relaxing and calming scent that fills your space to make it feel so fancy and expensive.

12A Leafy Decal For A Quaint Touch On Your Toilet

Who says you can’t decorate your toilet? This sticker features branches and greenery to prove that something functional can actually be pretty, too. It’s waterproof and easy to wipe clean. Plus, it can be removed quickly without leaving any residue behind — great for renters and owners alike. Reviewers agreed that it’s really easy to install and instantly transforms the look of your toilet with very little effort on your part.

13A Stone Faucet Mat That Absorbs Water To Keep Your Countertop Dry

This mat fits neatly around your faucet to give you the perfect spot to store your soap or toothbrushes. Made of expensive-looking diatomite stone, it absorbs drips and splashes and dries in just 60 seconds, sopping up all the excess water so it doesn’t pool on your countertop.

14Under-Sink Shelves That Pull Out Like Drawers For Easy Access

Having neat and tidy storage space is so bougie, and these shelves were specifically designed to transform the space underneath your sink so it’s the most useful and fancy-looking it can be. The set comes with two different sizes, and the shelves pull out like drawers to make sure you have easy access to everything in the back — totally genius. They also come with eight removable dividers for even finer organization and they can be stacked together if you want something a little taller for a different space.

15A Slim Storage Cart That Squeezes Into Narrow Spaces

This slim storage cart is brilliant because it rolls around and can fit into a ton of narrow spaces around your bathroom — like next to your sink, between your toilet and the wall, and so much more. It has four shelves, three of which have raised edges to keep things in place, giving you plenty of space to store all your essentials in a very organized way. And since the wheels lock once you’ve got it in place, it’s sturdy, too.

16Golden Bolt Caps That Instantly Elevate Your Toilet

Reviewers are obsessed with these pretty caps because of how easily they pop over the bolts to conceal grease, grime, and gunk. The end result? A toilet that looks neat and clean — and a little dressed up, too. The golden accent instantly catches your eye when you enter the bathroom to elevate your space with barely any effort on your part and without breaking the bank. “Talk about a conversation piece,” one reviewer wrote. “Everyone asks about them... The brass is really nice. Bougie!”

17Stained Glass Window Film That Adds Privacy Without Blocking Natural Light

Because this stained glass window film has a 3D texture, it looks like a custom installation rather than film. Installation couldn’t be easier, since it sits in place with just water and static cling. It blocks out UVA and UVB rays, keeps out wandering eyes, and fills your space with a rainbow of reflection when it’s hit with direct light. It can be cut to the perfect size and it can be easily removed without leaving any sticky glue behind, so it’s great for renters, too.

18A Wood & Twine Toilet Paper Holder That Feels Worthy Of A Resort

If you want a unique way to store your toilet paper that feels outside the box and organic, you need to check out this wood and twine holder. It features gorgeous wooden beads and a jute rope that’s strong, durable, and easy to hang on a hook so you can get opt for something more custom-looking. It saves a ton of space too, which is very bougie, and it has this relaxed look that really feels worthy of a fancy beachside resort.

19A Hanging Silicone Holder To Make Shower Steamers Last Longer

This little holder can hang off the faucet or sit on a shelf to hold a shower steamer, keeping it away from the direct line of water. This way, your delicious-smelling, spa-like shower can last so much longer. Because it’s silicone, it’s really easy to clean between scents. It has holes all over it to drain any excess water and prevent it from pooling.

20Shower Curtain Lights For The Most Bougie Bathroom Experience Ever

Light up your bathroom in the most fun way with these shower curtain fairy lights. They hang on the outside of your shower curtain and have eight adjustable lighting modes — from steady on to twinkling — so you can customize the feel of your shower. They’re battery powered so they don’t need to be plugged in, and the waterproof design makes them safe to set the vibe of your bath or shower without worry.

21A Wall-Mounted Toilet Brush That Blends In So You Barely Notice It’s There

So obviously it’s necessary to keep a toilet brush around, but they’re usually such an eyesore. Well, I’d like to introduce this super-compact toilet brush that mounts to the wall and basically blends in. This way, you can completely forget it exists — except for when you need it. The brush itself has a unique, angled design that gets even farther into corners and hard-to-reach areas of your toilet bowl for an even better clean.

22A Wall-Mounted Toilet Paper Holder Shaped Like An Octopus

Don’t hide all those extra rolls of toilet paper, show them off with this wall-mounted holder that looks like a very busy octopus. It can hold up to eight rolls of toilet paper, allowing you easy access whenever you run out. You can hang it above the toilet, near the counter, inside the door of the linen closet — you name it. “Love this design for my new bathroom,” one reviewer wrote. “It’s great to have the toilet paper off the floor, but still an easy reach. Everyone comments on it.”

23Stainless Steel Shower Hooks For Your Washcloth, Razor, Loofahs, & More

Because these hooks have a brushed stainless steel finish, they look built into your shower even though they’re actually backed with suction cups that you can move around at any time. They each have three hooks which can be used to hang your razor, loofah, washcloth, exfoliating gloves — you name it. They’re rust resistant and can hold up to 15 pounds thanks to a twist and lock design that prevents them from losing suction and falling.

24A Waterproof Shower Curtain Liner With A Chic Pebbled Look

This waterproof shower curtain liner has a 3D pebble pattern that blurs the figure in the shower to add some privacy without making the space too dark to see anything. It has weighted magnets at the bottom to keep it flush agains the tub so it’s not billowing out while you’re showering, too. Plus, the reinforced metal grommets and 12 convenient hooks make it easy to hang.

25Vintage-Inspired Crystal Knobs To Transform The Look Of Your Cabinets

One of the easiest ways to transform your bathroom into a bougie escape is to swap out old or ugly hardware for these vintage-inspired crystal drawer knobs. They install in minutes and completely elevate your space, adding an old school touch that you’ll absolutely love. They come with two different screw sizes depending on the thickness of your drawers and the golden accents add another layer of chic style that really takes your storage to the next level.

26A Book To Teach You To Make Toilet Paper Origami Like Your Favorite Hotel

If you really want to feel like your bathroom is a bougie hotel, this book can teach you how to make toilet paper origami so you can turn the end of the roll into 33 different designs — from a bow to a bunny to a fish to a sailboat and more. With just a few folds, creases, and turns, you can create incredibly impressive designs that are sure to impress your guests. They might even try to find a spare roll to use because they won’t want to ruin your artwork.

27Sweet Bathroom Accessories That Look Good Enough To Eat

Bougie can also be fun, especially when it comes to adding small accessories to your bathroom like these cupcake-themed sink essentials. The donut is a soap holder, one cupcake is a toothbrush holder, one cupcake is a lotion dispenser, and the ice cream cone is a rinsing cup. They go together seamlessly and work to both organize your bathroom and make things feel a little more whimscial.

28A Handheld Bidet Sprayer That Mounts To Your Toilet For Easy Access

There’s nothing bougier in a bathroom than a bidet, and this handheld bidet attachment brings that luxury within rich. It has a leak-resistant design that attaches to the water source and gives you two different jet power options. The whole thing mounts to the side of the toilet and has a handheld design that you pick up, use, and put back so you only have it when you want it.

29Bathroom Splash Guards To Keep Water Off Your Floors

Washing your face like you’re in a cleanser commercial? Bougie. Getting water all over the floor in the process? Not bougie. That’s where these splash guards come in. They install on the corners of your countertop to keep water from spraying all over the place while you wash up or brush your teeth. They’re waterproof, super easy to install, and made of acrylic with a detailed border that makes the whole thing feel a little fancier.

30A Bamboo Bathtub Tray That Holds Your Essentials & Stays Out Of The Way

If you’re looking for a bougier alternative to the traditional cross-tub tray, this one is smaller, holds everything you need, and sits firmly on the ground so you’re not at risk of knocking everything off with your knee as you move around. It has an adjustable height to fit bathtubs up to 32 inches high. Decked out with features, it has compartments for a stemmed wine glass, a candle, your phone or tablet, and more. Plus, the base is weighted for more stability and support on the ground.

31Clear Tape That Prevents Your Shower Curtain Rings From Snagging On The Rod

This clear tape installs directly onto the shower rod, adding a smooth lining so the shower curtain rings don’t snag or get stuck while you’re pulling them closed or open. Because it has an acrylic design made with clear adhesive, it completely blends into the rod so you won’t even notice it’s there. It comes with 13 feet that you can easily cut for the perfect fit. It also works on your bathroom window curtain rod to help out with stubborn drapes, too.

32A Toothbrush Holder With A Protective Lid That Swivels 180 Degrees

Organize your countertop while shielding your things from all the germs in your bathroom with this three-compartment holder. Great for your toothbrush, toothpaste, and makeup brushes, it has a lid that rotates 180 degrees for access when you need it and protection when you don’t. This way, every time you flush the toilet, you don’t have to worry about what kind of particles are getting all over your toothbrush and other accessories.

33A Sink Cover That Adds Counter Space Without Blocking The Faucet

Create a massive, bougie glam station in your bathroom with this sink cover. It completely covers your sink to add a ton of counter space without blocking access to your faucet. It’s heat resistant up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit so it’s a safe spot to keep your hair tools while they’re warming up. It is designed with silicone ridges throughout to keep your tube of lipstick or mascara from rolling off. And the whole thing folds up to easily store between uses.

34Pearl-Embellished Shower Curtain Hooks That Add An Elegant Touch

“These are elegant and look really pretty,” one reviewer writes of these shower curtain hooks. “Adds a little somethin' rather than a plain ‘ol rubbed bronze hook.” They have beautiful pearl accents in the center of a golden floral design that’s so pretty and eye-catching. They’re rustproof and designed to hold up to 50 pounds — which is great if you want a heavy fabric curtain and a liner. The S-shaped design glides easily without the risk of falling off.

35A Toilet Paper Stamp That You Can Customize With Your Initial

Impress your guests in an instant — with very little effort on your part — when you add your initial to the end of the toilet paper with this customized stamp. You can get it in basically any letter you want and it’s so easy to use. Just add water into the letter, fold over the end of the toilet paper, and stamp it to create an eye-catching and super-bougie touch. “We have a guest house and I’ve used this when we have company coming to visit,” one reviewer wrote. “They all just LOVE it! Makes our guests feel like they are staying at an upscale hotel.”

36A 6-Piece Shower Caddy Set To Organize All Your Hair & Skin Essentials

This set of six shower caddies is the perfect way to curate your bougie collection of lotions, creams, shampoos, and more. The set comes with three shelves for all your essentials, as well as two bar soap holders and a larger basket for a toothbrush and toothpaste. The bigger ones can hold up to 40 pounds and they’re designed to be waterproof and rust resistant for long-term use.

37A Bathtub Overflow Drain Cover For A Deeper, More Relaxing Bath

For deeper soaks, you need this overflow drain cover. It uses strong suction cups to completely surround the overflow drain, adding up to 4 inches of water to your bath every single time. It still has a hole at the top so it won’t risk overfilling your tub — it just elevates where the drain sits to give you a deeper bath.

38A Cute Windowsill Mat That Absorbs Excess Water

Actually make use of the windowsills around your bathroom with this mat. It has a rubber bottom with a diatomaceous stone base that’s super absorbent and quick drying, allowing you to store damp bathroom items without worry. Plus, you can trim it for a custom fit. It’s the perfect way to decorate your windowsill while protecting it from accidental spills in high-moisture environments.

39A Countertop Vanity Mirror That Creates A Glam Station Anywhere

Between the nine LED bulbs, the adjustable angle design, the portability, and the high-quality HD glass mirror, this vanity turns any surface of your bathroom into a Hollywood-worthy glam station for applying makeup and skin care. It has three color temperatures that you can adjust depending on the time of day you’re getting ready and an adjustable brightness that’s easy to control. Plus it’s rechargeable so it doesn’t have to be plugged in all the time — no annoying wires attached.

40A Wooden Pedestal Stand To Subtly Elevate Your Countertop

This wooden pedestal is such a stunning and shockingly budget-friendly way to elevate your bathroom countertop and give yourself an easy, go-to place for your soap, daily moisturizers, candles, and more. Made of pine wood, it’s waterproof so you can use it near the sink without worry. It’s sturdy, durable, and really expensive looking without breaking the bank.

41A Breathable Bathtub Pillow For Ultimate Relaxation

You’re not relaxing in the bath unless you have this bath pillow. The ergonomic design cradles your head to support your neck, shoulders, and back and make your time in the bath undeniably more serene. The best part is that it’s made of this mesh material that’s super breathable so it won’t trap heat and make you too warm. It stays in place with strong suction cups so you don’t have to worry about it sliding around, and it dries quickly and stores easily until next time.

42A Shower Niche That Makes Shaving So Much Easier

This stainless steel niche can be installed in the wall of your shower near the floor to give you a built-in place to rest your foot when you’re shaving. It comes in multiple finishes to match the existing hardware of your shower and the bottom is slightly sloped, so it self-drains any excess water directly back into the shower to keep things clean. How bougie is that?

43Spa-Worthy Apothecary Jars To Store Cotton Swabs, Bath Salts, & More

Swapping out brand packaging for these apothecary jars is such an easy way to make your bathroom feel more expensive and spa-like. The set includes two different sizes and they’re perfect for storing cotton swabs, cotton balls, floss picks, bath salts, daily vitamins, and all kinds of other things you want easy access to. The glass is thick and sturdy and the bamboo lids protect everything inside from moisture and dust.

44A Suction Cup Wine Glass Holder That Keeps Beverages Within Reach

The next time you’re in the bath, you can bring your favorite beer or wine with this very convenient suction cup holder to secure it in between sips. It mounts to the side of your bathtub or to the tile of your shower and has an open base perfect for cans and glasses. It keeps your glass above the hot water to help maintain its temperature, and gives you a convenient spot to put it that’s not teetering on the edge of falling into the bath with you.

45A Powerful Rain Showerhead That Belongs In A High-End Resort

Rain showerheads are the fanciest showerheads. It’s not a debate. This one has a 12-inch surface area with 144 silicone jets that offer professional-grade pressure with a rain design that truly turns your shower into a spa. It rotates so you can target the water exactly where you want it and is made of solid stainless steel with a chrome look that feels modern and fresh. The most important part — it’s so easy to install yourself so you can refresh your shower without hiring a professional.

46Motion-Activated Toilet Bowl Lights With 8 Colors To Choose From

These night-lights install inside your toilet bowl to give you a little bit of a glow if you need to use the bathroom in the middle of the night, but not so much that it keeps you awake. They’re motion activated so they automatically turn on when you open the lid, and they have eight color options to choose from so you can set it to a neutral white or have a rave with red or purple. “I love these for when I get up at night. No need to turn on a bright light,” one reviewer raved. “I have these in all of my bathrooms, and the batteries do last quite a long time. They are awesome!”

47A Handheld Power Scrubber That Cleans Without Much Elbow Grease

A clean bathroom is so bougie and this handheld power scrubber makes it so much easier to maintain. About the size of an electric toothbrush, this scrubber’s head oscillates 60 times per second to scrub two times faster than if you did it yourself. It’s great for cleaning grout lines, around drains, by your sink — you name it.

48Clear Plastic Drawer Organizers That Instantly Elevate Your Storage Game

When you think “bougie,” you might not think about these clear plastic organizers, but you’d be wrong. There’s something so incredibly bougie about having clearly organized, neat, and tidy drawers in your bathroom. They come in four different sizes that you can mix and match to perfectly fit your makeup, skin care, toiletries — you name it. This way, you have everything at your fingertips and your drawers look worthy of a home decor show.

49A Sliding Bathroom Door Sign That Tells You If It’s Empty

Never walk in on someone in the bathroom by accident again when you have this bathroom sign on the door. It has a stainless steel slider that moves back and forth, letting you know whether it’s available or in use, so you never have to awkwardly knock and then second guess yourself. The red and green colors allow you to see it from afar, too. “We built a bathroom in our barn and this lets others know when it’s in use,” one reviewer raved. “Perfect size and the adhesive works great that came with it!”

50A Ceramic Soap Dish That Drains Into The Sink So There’s No Mess

Bougie can also be really cute, and this ceramic soap dish proves that. Shaped like a duck, this soap dish isn’t just positively adorable, but it has a slightly sloped design and drainage holes throughout so it can drain any excess water directly into the sink to keep your countertop neat and tidy. Bougie, functional, and cute in one fell swoop.

51Flexible, Easy-To-Install Caulking Trim For Your Bathtub, Toilet, & Countertop

If you have old, chipped, or discolored caulking along the edge of your countertop, toilet, bathtub, shower — you name it — this flexible trim installs in minutes to completely refresh the look of your bathroom without a pricey renovation. It’s water and stain resistant so it’s designed to keep its polished look longer than traditional caulking. It installs in one long strip that you can cut for the perfect fit with way less mess.

52Peel-&-Stick Tiles To Refresh Your Floor On A Budget

Using peel-and-stick tile on the floor is one of the easiest ways to refresh your space without paying for an expensive renovation. These tiles have a gorgeous, vintage-inspired pattern and are made with high-quality vinyl that’s waterproof, super durable, heat resistant, and naturally nonslip. They install so easily, they’re simple to line up for pattern matching, and they instantly make your bathroom feel more custom and personality-filled.

53An Over-The-Door Shelf To Display Towels & Decor

This over-the-door shelf is the perfect spot to store folded towels so they’re easily accessible without taking up any valuable floor space in your bathroom. It has three tiers — the bottom is great for bath towels, the middle is perfect for hand towels, and the top is ideal for decor, candles, extra toiletries, and more. It can also be mounted directly to the wall if you want something a little more permanent. And it has six hooks that can hold additional towels, loofahs, and more.

54A Pumice Toilet Bowl Cleaner That’s Tough On Stains & Gentle On Porcelain

This pumice toilet bowl cleaner is super tough on mineral deposits and hard water stains without scratching your surfaces so they can sparkle and shine and look new. Along with your toilet, you can also use it on your bathtub, tiles, and sinks. The best part about this one in particular is it has a really long handle so you can keep your hands away from anything gross. And it has a storage container to keep it out of sight and out of mind between uses.

55A Grout Pen That Instantly Makes Your Grout Lines Whiter & Brighter

This grout pen turns your discolored, gross, stained grout back to its shiny original white in seconds. The water-based formula recolors your grout and is safe to use in your shower, around your sink, or on the floor of the bathroom — even in places that frequently get wet. A single pen can cover up to 150 feet of thin grout. “[This] has been a lifesaver for refreshing the grout in my bathroom and kitchen,” one reviewer wrote. “It's touch dry in minutes, allowing me to continue using my bathroom and kitchen almost immediately after application.”