There’s a constant battle being waged in every home: the war between pretty things and useful things. Too many pretty things and your space becomes a museum of dust-collecting clutter. Too many useful things and it looks like a sad, beige office supply closet. But what if your decor could do both? What if your shelves were a statement piece AND held your books, or your mug warmer was also an adorable desk companion? This list is a tribute to the overachievers of home goods—the items that refused to be just one thing. We’ve found 24 pieces of functional decor that look amazing while pulling their weight, proving you never have to sacrifice style for substance again.
#1 Brighten Your Space With An LED Light-Up Word Clock: Add A Modern And Quirky Touch To Your Décor
Review: “Love all these copper pieces from Amazon. They are perfect accents for my new sideboard that has copper hinges and pulls. The clock is particularly neat because it’s so different with words recorded in 5-minute increments.” – jzygrma
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#2 This Enclosed Litterbox Cabinet Turns Your Cat’s #2 Zone Into A Design Statement, Because Even Litterboxes Deserve A Glow-Up
Review: “Great product! Easy to assemble and works great.” – Lauren Boehler
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#3 Showcase Your Love For Music With A Rack Guitar Amp Key Holder
Review: “So cute. My husband who is a musician absolutely loved it. Valentine’s Day gift. Thank you.” – Linette anderson
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#4 These Record Coasters Are The Perfect Gift For Anyone With A Retro Fetish And A Coffee Table— Protect Both With These Trendy Coasters
Review: “Absolutely love it. Bought it as a gift but probably will get one for myself! Quality is great, idea is great, price is great!” – Antonina Vasilyeva
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#5 Fire Escape Shelf For Your Inner Superhero
Review: “I love this staircase shelf! We use it to display our funko pops! And it’s perfect for displaying figurines such as funky pops or small plants! I think it would look super cute with those small vine hanging plants as well! Easy to put together too!” – Devona
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#6 Your Walls Just Called, And They’re Politely Requesting A Break From The Tyranny Of Sharp, Boring Right Angles With Some Whimsical Scalloped Floating Shelves
Review: “Bought to hold records. Shipping was quick and they were easy to hang. Super cute!” – KandJ
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#7 Your Bar Of Soap, Which Is Currently Slumming It On The Slimy Side Of The Sink, Is About To Get The Luxurious, Bougie Upgrade It Deserves With Its Own Mini Clawfoot Bathtub
Review: “It is adorable and holds a bar of soap perfectly.” – Tribme
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#8 Your Books Are Tired Of Their Flimsy, Uninspired Prison And Are Demanding To Be Held Captive By Something Far More Glamorous, Like A Set Of Sparkly Geode Bookends
Review: “I bought the largest size they had of the teal color and they were very pretty in person. I was glad I ordered the largest size. The dye on these is a little strange and I did have to rinse these off, dry with paper towels and sit in the sun. After that, the teal color did not transfer anymore. I think for the price point, the manufacturer should be doing this for you, but they were fine after I washed them, so I would suggest doing the same if you order. I hope this review was helpful to your shopping.” – mac girl*
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#9 Provide Your Feline Friend With Fun And Comfort With The Cactus Cat Scratcher
Review: “Our cat Midnight enjoys staying busy with her new MeowChristmas present. Highly recommend this item for new kittens too, they will learn with time to stay away from other scratching areas. Very satisfied costumer here.” – MARCO POLO
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#10 This Isn’t Your Grandma’s Hot Pad: This Wooden Tree Trivet Is Ready To Protect Your Tables And Serve Up Some Serious Mid-Century Modern Vibes, Darling
Review: “I am so happy with my purchase. This trivet tree is stunning and well worth buying. It looks so pretty on my counter too!” – Heather
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#11 Groovy, Baby! This Orange Mushroom Lamp Is Bringing The 70s Back To Your Bedside Table, And Honestly, Your Succulents Are Thrilled
Review: “Amazing mushroom lamp. Quality is good and the lighting is also quite good.” – AB
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#12 The Official Verdict Is In; Your Sun-Loving Plants Have Declared Your Sad, Shady Bookshelf An Unacceptable Living Situation And Are Demanding A Transfer To Some Acrylic Window Shelves
Review: “These were easy to assemble and hang. The instructions were clear. They have been up for about a month and I love them. They are difficult to clean because they are free hanging but I dont see anything that could be done about that.” – Amazon Customer
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#13 You Can Trick People Into Thinking You’re Both Well-Read And An Accomplished Florist With A Single, Clever Piece Of Decor Known As A Clear Book-Shaped Vase
Review: “Beautiful and unique design. Doesn’t leak water. I am very happy with my purchase.” – Fernando Perepechkin
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#14 Level Up Your Fragrance Game With This Modern Candle Warmer Lamp And Watch Your Fave Scents Come Alive
Review: “I love that the height is adjustable and it has a timer. To turn on and an use the timer, it is super easy. Pretty plus functional.” – EKW
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#15 Draw, Plant, Smile – A Face Planter And Glasses Holder Brightens Days & Desks
Review: “This was a complete hit at the office. Everyone loves Fred. He has really jumped in and is a hard worker. Was a little upset though when I found out he got the promotion I went for….” – Chris
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#16 That Sad Bouquet Of Flowers You Bought Yourself Is About To Look Infinitely More Cheerful When It’s Living In A Giant, Ceramic Strawberry Vase
Review: “My daughter absolutely loves it. Its very retro. Made well strong. Bright colors looks exactly like photo. She has faux flowers in it. It came packed very well.” – Amazon Customer
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#17 That Wobbly Bookshelf You’ve Had Since College Is An Embarrassment To Your Literary Collection; It’s Time To Let Your Books Live In The Architectural Splendor They Deserve With A Golden Arched Bookshelf
Review: “I recently renovated my beauty room/ office and needed a cute bookshelf that matched my desk. This one was perfect for store my things. The quality is really nice, it’s very sturdy and was somewhat easy to put together. I accidentally put on a section backwards that required me to undo my work to fix it but other than that it was easy. Great value for the price! All of the screws were allen wrench type screws. I do wish it was slightly larger for my particular space but I could always buy a second one and place them side by side.” – Eric
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#18 Leafriend: Elevating Sprouts To New Heights
Review: “These guys are gonna come in super handy, I’m always rooting something. (Plant Life.) I’ve used a myriad of things in the past to assist my little green babies along, but these things were too adorable to pass up. Recommend!” – Amazon Customer
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#19 The Beige Sadness Of Your Apartment Walls Is About To Be Interrupted By A Tiny, Localized Aurora Borealis That Also Happens To Hold Your Funko Pops, Otherwise Known As Holographic Acrylic Shelves
Review: “I was scared at first bc they seemed dinged up, but it was just the protective film! Thank goodness. They’re in great shape and perfect for the idea I had of using them as sunglasses shelves. I didn’t bother with the side clips, they were unnecessary for me. Used a level and they were easy to install. Highly recommend these and will probably buy more!” – Samantha G.
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#20 Your Friends Can Stop Playing The Awkward Game Of Musical Chairs Every Time You Have People Over Once You Introduce Some Adult-Approved Floor Pillows Into The Seating Arrangement
Review: “I like sitting on the cushion. My cat LOVES sitting on the cushion. I have a friend who also got these cushions and their cat lounges on it all day too.” – Derek Yi
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#21 The Tragic, Room-Temperature Fate That Befalls Your Morning Coffee Every Single Day Can Be Prevented By A Tiny, Heated Feline Friend, Otherwise Known As A Cat Shaped Mug Warmer
Review: “Works great, good quality. I like the option of 3 temp settings. Plus it’s super cute!” – Sunshine
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#22 Your Countertop Is Begging You To Replace That Bulky Office Appliance With A Piece Of Modern Art That Also Happens To Dispense Caffeine, A Role Perfectly Filled By This Sleek Keurig Coffee Maker
Review: “The prettiest color ! I love how well it fits among my plants. A perfect HOT cup of coffee whenever I need it and with the addition of the refillable k-cups , I get to enjoy my coffee while saving the planet!” – Ginalongisland
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#23 Your Butter Is Living Its Best Cottage Core Life In This Ceramic Butter Dish , Because Even Spreadables Deserve A Bougie Home
Review: “I’d been wanting to keep butter at room temp to see if I preferred it over refrigerated so I bought this. I love it and also prefer butter at room temp now.” – Jersey Mystic
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#24 That Sad, Uninspired Office Chair You’re Forced To Sit In All Day Is About To Get A Major Serotonin Boost, And So Is Your Butt, With A Cushy Cat Paw Seat Cushion
Review: “I love it, is comfy and colors are same has the picture. It works perfect in my gamer chair. The support is great. The material is good and soft. I love it.” – Krizia Mendez
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