#budget-friendly

#budget-friendly

It's beginning to look a lot like the holidays at IKEA! This year, the Swedish home store has introduced new items to its holiday decor lines, STRÅLA and VINTERFINT, and one of the new paper lanterns, the STRÅLA lampshade, is already making waves. It's nostalgic, colorful, and so festive, you'll want one in every room in your home. And because it's so affordable at just under $7, you can do just that without blowing through your shopping budget!

Trends come and go, but it's the lasting styles that are the ones most worth investing in if your goal is to build a timeless wardrobe. For the fall and winter, Chelsea boots are one of those classic looks that never seems to lose their wearability, so if you're working to make your packing list resistant to passing fads, you're in the right place.

Whether you leave the stockings for last or you're looking to bring an already amazing gift to the next level, we think these stocking stuffers and gift add-ons should do the trick. In fact, it's our belief that any one of these oh-so-giftable minis would pair nicely with another budget-friendly item or would elevate an already extravagant gift.

Learning to smoke meat can be an expensive endeavor - particularly when you're first learning, because you might not always get the results you want. With this in mind, it can be intimidating to shell your money out on a nice piece of brisket. That is, unless you're an Aldi shopper. Aldi stores offer the ideal beginner brisket: small, pre-seasoned pieces sold at the store's standard cut-rate prices.

Owning a home is already hard and expensive enough, you don't need any extra struggles or costs. But there's no need to worry; there are some easy ways to make living in your own home less intimidating and stressful. The Inverse shopping team has gathered products to make having a house so much easier from cleaning tools that do most of the work for you to organization solutions that prevent clutter. The best part? Everything on this list is cheap.

Beans and greens are an endlessly customizable duo that isn't just satisfying, but very nutritious. There are nearly as many types of greens as there are types of beans, so combinations are endless. Plus, beans are available year round, whether dried or canned, and are very affordable and shelf-stable staples packed with protein, carbs, vitamins, and minerals. Greens are seasonal produce, but many types are likewise available year round. They provide a wealth of micro-nutrients and can be enjoyed raw or cooked.

Whether you're catching a flight to see the leaves change or heading out for a long weekend getaway, your wardrobe should work as hard as your itinerary. Amazon's New Arrivals hub has exactly what you need to approach every journey with comfort, style, and versatility. These pieces are not only budget-friendly, but they're cozy enough to nap in, cute enough for trip selfies, and easy enough to wear straight out of your carry-on luggage.

A trip through the frozen section at Trader Joe's always feels like a mini vacation. Maybe I'm just deeply entrenched in an ongoing love affair with the chain (I definitely am). But there's also something utterly blissful about walking through the freezer aisle at a grocery store and finding a plethora of budget-friendly selections. After all, Trader Joe's has a startling selection of sub-$5 products, especially in its frozen section.

Java Monster is a coffee energy drink that has garnered popularity, available in flavors like Salted Caramel and French Vanilla, but can reach prices of $3.49.

Bougie home finds starting at just $8 offer stylish, luxe options without breaking the bank, showcasing how affordable elegance can enhance living spaces.

Washable rugs are invaluable for small spaces with high foot traffic as they provide style without the burden of high maintenance costs.

Kelli and Kasey wanted an intimate, European-dinner-in-the-summer vibe for their June wedding, featuring long tables, string lights, lots of candles, and a summery pastel color palette.

Comfort is the ultimate luxury - and it's even better when it comes with a budget-friendly price tag. These finds can help make lounging, sleeping, and everyday life way more pleasant.

The Yamaha True X Bar 50A offers impressive sound quality, making it a great option for those looking for budget-friendly surround sound solutions.

The Ninja Creami 7-in-1 ice cream maker accommodates various dietary needs, allowing users to create customized recipes like keto smoothie bowls or sorbet with unique mix-ins.

"Nothing says party like a carefully curated selection of cheeses, but creating a spectacular cheeseboard doesn't need to break the bank; it's just a case of picking the right types of cheese."

The EKET hack utilizes four square IKEA EKET cabinets, combining one with a door and three without, to create a chic media console for just $250.

I love wallpaper, but not the way this is laid out. It looks weird under only part of the shelving.

When you're packing for summer vacation, comfort is just as important as style. After all, what's a cute outfit if you're overheating halfway into your day's itinerary?