Dos and Don’ts For Furnishing Your First Apartment

August 7, 2018 | By Dedreanna AuthorMy First Apartment

One of the most exciting things about finally getting your first apartment is planning how you’ll furnish it. Your Pinterest boards are probably full of beautiful inspiration photos and you can’t wait to take your first Instagram selfies in your new setting. It can be tempting to run out and start buying things as soon…

Find Your Unique Apartment Style

July 24, 2018 | By Nat AuthorMy First Apartment

Modern farmhouse, mid-century modern, contemporary. I bet a specific type of apartment style comes to mind when you think about these terms. And while traveling down the Pinterest rabbit hole exploring the impeccably styled apartment versions of these styles can be intoxicating to say the least, it’s not always individual. Your apartment, especially your first…

This For That: Furnishing with High-End Looks at Low Prices

June 3, 2018 | By Marisa AuthorMy First Apartment

Do you have expensive taste and shallow pockets? There are so many beautiful furniture options at higher-end stores such as Crate&Barrel, Williams Sonoma, Pottery Barn, etc. However, most of us moving into our first apartment cannot afford to furnish our homes from those stores. The great thing is that most styles offered from high end…

5 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Getting My First Apartment

May 8, 2018 | By Marisa AuthorMy First Apartment

Congrats to all you new graduates! As a graduation gift from me to you, let me share a few things I wish I’d known as I moved into my first apartment. 1. It’s not a race to furnish it. When I first moved into my apartment, I wanted the idyllic Pinterest-worthy apartment as soon as…

15 Super Affordable and Stylish Home Decor Ideas

December 10, 2017 | By Shea AuthorMy First Apartment

From seeing Instagram-ready lofts on social media to wandering through adorable IKEA-created rooms, decorating your first apartment can seem like a daunting task. Whether it’s rugs you need, adorable lighting you crave, or accent pieces to spice up your window sill, apartment decor doesn’t have to be intimidating. In fact, these 15 pieces of affordable…

Living Room Under $500

October 29, 2017 | By Marisa AuthorMy First Apartment

Last month I showed how you can furnish your entire bedroom for under $500. Now, it’s time to furnish your living room with the same budget. Unlike a bedroom, a living room really doesn’t have a prescribed list of “must have” items. A living room is more an expression of you and your lifestyle. Maybe…

Quick Upgrades to Make Your Apartment Cozy for the Fall

September 5, 2017 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

While your first apartment may be your favorite “home” ever, it can be hard to really make it feel like home! When moving in, it’s easy to take hand-me-downs and discount options to make decorating affordable, but it often leaves you in an apartment that feels a little less than “homey.” However, it’s not hard…

Buying Furniture for the First Time: 4 Questions to Consider

August 18, 2017 | By Taylor AuthorMy First Apartment

Furnishing your first apartment can be super fun (for most of us, this is the first time we’re making large purchases that are just ours). However, buying furniture can also be a huge hassle if you don’t do it right. Here are some questions to think about before you whip out the credit card. How is…

Stylish Apartment Decor from Your Favorite Clothing Stores!

September 16, 2016 | By Anna R. AuthorMy First Apartment

I don’t know about you, but one of the most exciting things about moving into a new apartment is the decorating! Maybe this your first apartment and you’re going for a whole new look. Perhaps it’s your 3rd or 4th apartment and you only want to make a few small changes to stay within your…

First Apartment Decorating Basics: Splurge vs. Save

April 11, 2015 | By Contributors AuthorMy First Apartment

It’s important to remember one thing when you move into your first place: one day, you will move to your second place. The reason I say this is because so many people make the mistake of spending tons of money on furniture and décor that they might toss to the curb when it’s time to…