Nice Accent
I love figuring out little ways to elevate my apartment and reflect some personality that won't break the bank, and a lot of the time that means making small upgrades. As example, I'm a big fan of replacing standard-issue cabinet and door hardware, it can really take something from basic to chic on a budget. And I also always swap out outlet and switch plate covers, another easy and affordable move that can zhuzh up the place. In this post I've collected a handful of accents that speak to me, and I hope they give you some inspo. And as always, I'm taking window shopping requests. If you have a theme you'd like to see in a future post, please send me an email by hitting reply!
Female Support System Hooks
A couple of steel, laser cut, powder coated hooks to hold things of the light variety, and not "bags full of rocks," as the maker warns. $81
Brass & Lacquered Knobs
Delightful drawer pulls that will fancify any Ikea purchase. $26+
Rainbow Knife Magnet
Mounting this rainbow-colored knife magnet on a kitchen wall will surely cheer even the grumpiest morning person. $40
Fancy Door Chain
If you live in an old building in a city you probably have a boring door chain mounted on your door frame. Why not replace it with something with a bit more character? $85
Heart-Shaped Door Knocker
Visitors will think you're a decorating genius if you install a fancy door knocker, I certainly would! $152
Lamp Finial
Sometimes lamps come with basic finials to hold the lampshade on. Why not replace it with something gorgeous like this kiwi-colored ceramic ball? $31
Colorful Nylon Pulls
These cabinet / drawer pulls come in several fantastic colors, it's hard to choose. $9/each
8′ Mint & Red Power Strip
A modern, handsome power strip that puts all other power strips to shame. $95
Engraved Vintage Brass Door Hinges
I want to replace every cabinet door hinge now, how absolutely gorgeous are these? $65
Porcelain Rosette Door Knob
I highly recommend swapping out old, basic door knobs with nicer ones, it makes a huge difference. Nice door knobs aren't cheap but once they're installed they're good forever. $110
Cut Glass Tie Backs
If you have curtains you probably need some curtain tie backs, and there are lots of beautiful vintage options on eBay and Etsy. These cut glass tie backs are so pretty. $100
Brass Corners
I love the idea of covering wall or furniture corners with decorative brass, such an unexpected detail. $13
Tibetan Tiger Bath Hook
This cutie will provide a little design delight in the bathroom. $28
Floral Door Stop
Maybe I'll replace the medicine ball I use for a doorstop with something a little more chic like this. $48
Marble Light Switch Plate Cover
Swapping out the boring Home Depot issued switch plates with ones with a little more style is an easy way to add some pizazz. $45
Michael Aram Orchid Knobs
I love these orchid knobs and may need to find an appropriate set of cabinets or drawers to install them. $22 each