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These 55 Home Upgrades Are So Luxe, You'll Be Shocked They're Under $30

These budget-friendly finds prove luxury is a mindset.

Written by Amanda Pellegrino
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If you’re looking to refresh your home in favor of something more luxurious, don’t worry, there are plenty of simple upgrades that pack a punch and don’t involve spending your entire paycheck. From bigger updates in your kitchen or living room to small things that make a big difference, we’ve scoured the internet and found some incredible products that can really transform your space from drab to fab. And — the best part — they’re all under $30.

1A Glass Vase With A Wire Metal Frame That Looks So Expensive

The golden wire metal frame around the classic glass vase is what gives it a cool two- dimensional look that comes across incredibly high-end and designer. The 11-ounce vase is great for small bouquets — fresh or dried — offering you a cool and fancy place to display your flowers and add some greenery to your space.

2A Designer-Looking Mirror With A Trendy Asymmetrical Shape

It’s the asymmetrical shape of this mirror that makes it look like you got it from your favorite designer home store. It has a natural wood frame with an HD mirror for a non-distorted image. It would look amazing as a custom-looking mirror over your bathroom sink or in the entryway of your apartment.

3Floral Stained Glass Window Film That Gives You Both Privacy & Natural Light

If you’re looking to add some privacy to your space but don’t want to block the natural light, you need to check out this film. It has a three-dimensional surface with stunning colors that create a gorgeous visual effect around your home when it reflects the light. It only uses water and static electricity to adhere to the window so it’s easy to remove without any sticky residue left behind.

4A Sleek Foaming Soap Dispenser That’s Motion-Activated

Toss the brand-labeled plastic containers and put your soap inside this automatic foaming soap dispenser for more spa-like vibes in your bathroom. It has a wide opening that’s easy to fill with foam soap or diluted gel soap that fill turn into foam as it’s dispensed. It has a motion-activated sensor so you don’t need to press the pump if your hands are dirty.

5A 16-Inch Stainless Steel Magnetic Strip To Hold Your Knives

If you want your kitchen to feel like a professional chef’s workspace, this 16-inch stainless steel magnetic knife holder will get you one step closer. It can be mounted to the wall with screws or adhesive tape to organize your knife collection and clear up room in your drawers or on your counter for other kitchen essentials.

6A Rotating Metal Mug Rack With A Built-In Basket For Coffee Pods

Whether you’re a coffee aficionado or you’re hosting a family brunch, this metal mug rack will make you feel like you’re getting expensive high tea (even if you prefer a cup ‘o joe). It features two layers of hooks that can hang up to 10 mugs, and it rotates 360 degrees so you can access everything. Bonus: the bottom is a built-in basket for coffee pods.

7Easy-To-Install Wooden Wall Sconces You Can Adjust Every Way

Because of their wooden base, these battery-operated wall sconces look so high end and expensive, like something custom-installed to your home. The base can be installed with adhesive tape, and each one has a magnetic 360-degree rotating head to target the light exactly where you need it. They have three lighting modes — warm, natural, and cool white — and four dimming levels.

85-Tier Vertical Hangers That Save A Ton Of Closet Space

If you’re short on closet space, this five-tier hanger utilizes the vertical space in your closet to store even more skirts, pants, and shorts. If you have roomy closets, these hangers are great for creating equal spacing. The durable hangers are made from wood, the clips are padded with rubber to protect your fabrics, and the hooks rotate 360 degrees for easy access.

9A Stone Faucet Mat That Absorbs Water & Looks Impeccable

Made of durable and highly absorbent diatomite stone, this faucet mat comes in two pieces to fit nicely around the base of your faucet, giving you a custom-looking piece that keeps your space dry and clean. It’s dries in just a minute, making it a great spot to keep your sponges, soap, brushes, and other cleaning essentials.

10A Shag Rug Made Of Incredibly Thick & Soft Faux Sheepskin

Adding a faux fur rug to your space instantly makes it feel high-end and expensive. And with this rug you won’t have to break the bank to get that same vibe. It has plush, 3-inch long pile that feels amazingly soft and thick under your feet, and it’s washable and easy to clean so you can keep it looking brand new.

11Expensive-Looking Marble Peel-&-Stick Wallpaper That’s Waterproof

An easy and painless way to change up your space without paying for an expensive renovation is refreshing your countertops by adding this marble-looking peel-and-stick wallpaper. It’s waterproof and easy to clean, so it’s great for your kitchen and bathroom. And it has a grid on the back so measuring, cutting, and sticking on is a breeze.

12Battery-Powered Lanterns In A Stunning Metal Cage

Great to illuminate your balcony or patio, these battery-powered lanterns feature an exposed bulb in a stunning metal cage that will truly make you feel like you’re at a resort. They let off a warm white glow that’s great for indoor or outdoor use, and they have an industrial retro vibe that’s simply so expensive-looking.

13Woven Curtain Tie Backs With A Slightly Weighted Ball Accent

With a medium thick design and a woven texture, these curtain tiebacks allow you to choose when you want light in your space. Each one has a large loop with a weighted ball at one end that keep the curtain tied together and in place while adding some texture and style to your room. Plus, the wrap-around design makes it easy to adjust the thickness depending on the type of curtain.

14Clear Shelf Dividers That Keep Your Closet Looking Neat & Clean

These clear shelf dividers will have your closet looking as neat, tidy, and clean-cut as your favorite designer store. They clip directly to the shelf and can be used to keep your sweaters, bags, and linens upright and organized. Made of acrylic, they’re totally clear so they look almost invisible on the shelf.

15Round Propagation Vases With A Cork Top & Wooden Base

Between the rounded design, sleek wooden base, and cork lid, these propagation vases will look amazing as a centerpiece on your dining table. The shape gives the plants ample room for the root to grow, and each one also doubles as a chic vase for fresh flowers so you can keep your space filled with all kinds of greenery.

16Handmade Wooden Bookends In A Modern Triangular Shape

If you’re still using random knickknacks as bookends, you’re missing out on these wooden ones that will instantly elevate your bookshelf. They have a triangular design and slight weight, so they hold up your books with ease. And they have a metal base with a nonslip bottom to stay in place.

17A Long-Lasting Reed Diffuser Accented With Gorgeous Dried Flowers

Nothing says luxe like creating a signature scent for your home with something as gorgeous as this reed diffuser. It has a stunning glass bottle and comes with five reed sticks that can be used to adjust the strength of the fragrance. It’s also accented with real preserved flowers for an even more thoughtful touch.

18Battery-Powered Strip Lights That Are Motion-Activated

Install these strip lights in your stairwell and instantly elevate your space, eliminating dark space when you’re walking around at night. They’re battery-operated so they don’t need to be married to an outlet to work, and they let off a warm white glow that’s activated by your motion and turns off after 30 seconds.

19Matching Anti-Fatigue Mats With A Cottagecore Floral Pattern

Add a touch of charm to your kitchen with these gorgeous floral patterned floor mats. They’re made of extra thick cushion that gives your feet, legs, and lower back a ton of support while you’re doing the dishes, meal prepping, or standing over the stove. They’re waterproof, easy to clean, and nonslip, making them incredibly practical.

20An Artificial Monstera Plant With Large, Realistic Leaves

If you want a nature-inspired space filled with greenery but don’t want the maintenance, check out this faux monstera plant. The 28-inch tall plant is made of realistic-looking polyester that won’t fade, wither, or die. It comes in a gorgeous ribbed white planter with a faux mossy base for added realism.

21A Natural Marble & Metallic Stand For Your Phone Or Tablet

Sometimes it’s the little accent pieces that can really make your space feel luxe, and this marble phone stand does just that. The weighted genuine marble base and golden metal frame looks so high-end while giving you an ergonomic viewing angle of your phone or tablet, holding it vertically or horizontally. And there’s a slot on the bottom for your charger.

22A Sturdy Retractable Clothing Rod To Plan Outfits Like A Stylist

Feel like your very own stylist while you plan out your outfit of the day with this retractable clothing rod. It can be installed inside your closet or next to your armoire and expands 8.75 inches, allowing you to display your clothes for the day as you’re styling them. It also doubles as a drying rack for delicate clothes because it can hold up to 30 pounds.

23A Battery-Powered Glass Lamp With A Fancy Embossed Design

This glass lamp features a stunning embossed design that looks way more expensive than it actually is. It’s battery-operated so you can use it anywhere and it has a brushed metal base that adds to the elevated look. Plus, it has a timer function with an automatic six hours on/18 hours off cycle.

24Geometric Hanging Planters With Trendy Faux Pampas Leaves

These hanging planters have a wired geometric design made of sturdy brushed metal that’s a simple but elegant addition to your space. In the center of the diamond-shaped planter is a vase that comes with faux pampas leaves for easy styling, but these can be used for any dried flowers.

25Wooden Magnetic Soap Holders That Allow Soap To Self-Drain

These solid beech wood soap holders come with a magnet that you insert into your favorite bar of soap to attach to the holder upside down. This allows it to self-drain to keep the soap from getting too soggy while also giving your bars a funky floating look. It takes up very little space and opens up room on your counter for other stuff.

26Absorbent Ceramic Coasters With A Marble-Like Finish

Get the best of both worlds with these coasters — they’re made of ceramic stone so they’re very absorbent to protect your furniture from water stains, but they look like stunningly expensive marble with shimmering golden accents. The back of the coasters has a cork base to prevent scratches.

27A Toilet Brush & Holder With A Brushed Gold Finish

Even your toilet bowl brush can look fancy AF — just look at this one. Between the dense black bristles, golden handle, and brushed golden stainless steel holder, this toilet brush is something you’ll want to display instead of hide underneath the bathroom sink like some of its uglier counterparts.

28Popular Vinyl Floor Tiles That Refresh Your Space Without A Reno

Give your floors a refreshing new look on a budget with these high-quality vinyl floor tiles, which have bestseller status and over 18,000 five-star ratings. With a peel-and-stick design, they’re easy to install without using any tricky or messy glue or adhesives. One box covers about 20 square feet, and they come in over three dozen patterns.

29Swaying Garden Lights That Look Like Fireflies In Your Yard

These eight small globe lights sit on flexible wires that sway in the wind, giving the impression of magical fireflies hanging out in your garden. They’re solar-powered and work for up to 18 hours at night when charged for a full sunny day. They’re waterproof and weatherproof, great for a garden treat outside all year round.

30Secure Shower Curtain Hooks With A Rose Accent

These shower curtain hooks have a cool rose accent design that not only helps keep the curtain secure while you roll it back and forth on the rack, but also adds a high-end touch to your bathroom. They fit most curtain rods and thread through both grommets and eyelets seamlessly.

31A Magnifying Vanity Mirror With A Small Tray For Jewelry

Turn anything into the perfect makeup vanity with this double-sided mirror. Add it to your bathroom countertop or the top of your dresser and give yourself a space to put on makeup, store jewelry, or tweeze your eyebrows. It has 1x and 2x magnification mirrors and includes a removable tray that’s perfect for holding jewelry, tweezers, or makeup brushes.

32A Candle Warmer With A Flower-Inspired Glass Lamp Shade

If you love the smell and vibe of candles but hate the idea of a live flame in your home, you need to get yourself a candle warmer. With an expensive-looking wooden base and a vintage-looking floral glass lampshade, this candle warmer is dimmable so you can control the light output and the amount of scent.

33A Sleek Bed Skirt That Hides The Storage Under The Bed

This sleek pleated bed skirt is a must-have for anyone who stores off-season clothes or linens under their bed. Made of microfiber, the bed skirt creates clean lines around the bottom of your bed, hiding clutter, dust, and other eyesores to keep your space looking and feeling organized regardless of what’s underneath the bed.

34A Checkered Bathroom Rug With A Plush Shag Style

This checkered rug feels like something that would adorn the bathroom floor in a chic modern hotel. It has a thick and plush shag-like design that feels like you’re standing on a cloud after your shower and bath. And the checkered pattern is endlessly trendy and comes in a few on-trend colors — from butter yellow to sky blue.

35Slim, Grippy Velvet Hangers To Create A Uniform Look In Your Closet

It’s impossible to overstate what a difference it makes to have the same color and type of hanger in your closet. These velvet hangers not only give your closet a sleek, uniform vibe that lets the clothes stand out, but they also have a nonslip surface and shoulder notches that keep your clothes from sliding off.

36A Farmhouse-Style Shower Curtain With Cute Tassel Accents

Elevate your bathroom in an instant with this woven fabric shower curtain. It has a cool chevron-like design with adorable tassel accents at the bottom for an added chic touch. It’s completely waterproof — an essential for a shower curtain — and it has rustproof metal hooks that are easy to add to a curtain rod.

37A Wooden Accessory Stand That Gives Spa Vibes

Place your candles, soap, skincare essentials, and more on this elevated wooden stand, and you’ll feel like you’re picking out products at your favorite spa. It’s made of solid wood that feels as expensive as it looks with smooth and flat edges to feel totally seamless in your space.

38Adjustable Plug-In Night-Lights That Look Like Modern Sconces

These night-lights bring your evening lighting game to the next level. They look like something created and sold by a designer, not something that’s under $30. They have a sliding dimmer switch to customize the light to your space and feature an automatic dusk-to-dawn sensor to give you ample light up and down.

39A Modern Abstract Statue That Looks Museum-Worthy

Abstract art can cost a pretty penny — and nobody will know this statue was so cheap on Amazon. It’s made with resin and sandstone to be durable but also elevated thanks to its artistic depiction of two people kissing. It comes in three modern, museum-worthy colors: matte black, gold, and sandstone.

40A Watertight Vase That Doubles As A Sculptural Work Of Art

If you to display your flowers on the wall like a work of art, this golden hand vase is for you. The test tube vase is watertight and great for your weekly flower haul, and the golden sculptural hand installs on the wall to look like it’s handing you gorgeous bouquet.

41A Fluffy Sherpa Throw Blanket With A Stunning Ombre Design

Whether you’re looking at or snuggling underneath this fluffy sherpa blanket, you’ll be shocked to learn how budget-friendly it is. It has a stunning ombre design, and the soft sherpa lining is buttery soft and cozy, keeping you warm while staying lightweight. It has a contemporary feel that will look great draped on your couch or bed.

42A Popular Faux Eucalyptus Wreath With Berry Accents

Set the stage for your home the moments guests arrive with this faux eucalyptus wreath. It has three colors of leaves and white berries on the twig-like base, which gives this decor piece tons of dimension. It’s lightweight to stay put on your door, and the silk leaves are incredibly durable, which is why it’s a bestseller on Amazon.

43An Expensive-Looking Stoneware Bowl With A Glazed Finish

With an 8-inch basin, this bowl is great for holding fruit in your kitchen, keys and sunglasses by your door, or decor on a coffee table. This bowl is made of genuine stone with a white glaze that gives it a. neutral, expensive-looking feel on a budget.

44A Bamboo Toilet Stool That Folds Up For Discreet Storage

A toilet stool is a great thing to have for a more comfortable No. 2 experience, and unlike other plastic ones, this one is made from bamboo, which adds a spa-like elegance to an un-elegant part of your home. It can slide closer to the toilet bowl for handy keeping or be folded up for totally discreet storage.

45Wood Grain Peel-&-Stick Paper To Add Texture To Your Surfaces

This peel-and-stick paper has a realistic-looking wood grain texture that can turn any surface into one that looks expensive and high-end. Great for walls, counters, or tables, the paper is waterproof and easy to clean, so it looks incredible no matter where you choose to install it.

46Highly Rated Sheer Curtains That Come In 2 Dozen Colors

We just swapped out our landlord-grade blinds for these sheer curtains in my home, and they have made a world of difference creating the upscale vibe I’m going for. They add privacy without blocking natural light and they come in so many colors — from neutral cream to bright orange — to blend in or stand out in your space.

47Long-Lasting Scented Sachets To Keep Closets Fresh

These sachets can be hung from your closet rod, and the essential oils will keep things smelling fresh for weeks. They couldn’t be easier to use — just hang them, and that’s it. They come in a variety of refreshing, fan-favorite scents like lavender, fresh linen, peppermint, and more.

48A Self-Draining Ceramic Soap Dish With Stunning Metal Accents

What makes this soap dish brilliant and absolutely luxurious is the self-draining aspect of the ceramic dish. Not only does it prevent an eyesore of a mess on your counter, but it also helps keep your soap solid instead of watery and soggy. It also has a faux marble color and stunning metal accents that look very expensive.

49Plug-In Up & Down Night-Lights With An Adjustable Brightness

Keep your home illuminated from dusk to dawn with these plug-in night-lights. They have a really sleek design, emitting light from the top and the bottom instead of straight out to create a subtle glow. They’re dimmable, too, so you can customize the level of light to your space.

50Window Privacy Film That Looks Like Rain Falling Down The Glass

This window film is a great option to add privacy to your space without blocking light. It has a gorgeous rainfall-like design that blurs what’s happening inside and outside. It’s great for anything from a small window in your shower to the large windows facing the street.

51A Best-Selling Fog-Free Shower Mirror With A Razor Holder

This shower mirror is a bestseller on Amazon because it’s easy to install with a suction cup, and it won’t fog up — not matter how hot that water is. One reviewer raved, “I love this mirror. It is really the best one I've ever had in terms of adhesion and clarity. As long as you follow the instructions and only RINSE with water, it remains perfectly clear. The adhesion to wall tiles is strong enough to withstand the swiveling it offers”

52LED Strip Lights That Turn On With Movement

Closets are notoriously dark, but these LED strip lights can brighten up that space so you can truly see what’s inside. They’re battery-powered, so you don’t have to worry about any other power source, and they emit a warm white light they sense motion, so no power is wasted.

53Hanging Faux Greenery To Add Color & Drama To Your Shelves

Faux greenery like these plants is some of the easiest, most impactful mdecor you can have in your house. Unlike other artificial plants, these look like hanging, crawling vines, so they add tons of color and drama to any shelf all while looking so real with no maintenence.

54A Soft Velvet Throw Pillow Cover With A Funky Design

Velvet instantly upgrades your space by adding texture, and this throw pillow cover will do just that. It is made of a soft, fade-resistant fabric for a long-lasting upgrade. This throw pillow cover has a hidden zipper closure for a seamless look that’ll look like it was always there.

55A Pillar Candle Stand That Looks Like A Vintage Store Find

With a glazed look on top and a stone bottom, this pillar candle holder looks like a total thrift store score, but it’s easy (and cheap) to pick up on Amazon. It has a flat base to keep your candles secure while adding height to any tablescape or shelf, and the bottom has nonslip, protective pads to keep your furniture in top shape.