This Amazon hack helps you find affordable furniture
I can鈥檛 believe it took me this long to try it.
I can鈥檛 believe it took me this long to try it.
As a home editor at Good Housekeeping, I spend a lot of time scrolling through Amazon in search of on-trend furniture and decor to share with readers. Recently, I tried something new: I decided to enter the name of a popular retailer 鈥� not sold on Amazon 鈥� into the search bar, curious to see if it would improve my results. To my surprise, I found exactly the aesthetic I was looking for.
Here's how the trick works: type a major furniture brand name 鈥� like 鈥� into Amazon鈥檚 search. Instantly, you鈥檒l see a mix of products that echo the brand鈥檚 aesthetic. From mid-century modern furniture to bohemian-inspired home decor, Amazon curates a range of items that capture the style of some of my favorite home brands, often for a lot less.
I also tried this trick with a number of popular fashion brands on Amazon and was pleased with the results, although I've found this shopping hack tends to work best for home and furniture brands.
For instance, searching for West Elm brings up a range of budget-friendly options, from and fluted dressers to , and that showcase the brand鈥檚 mid-century flair. Another brand I tried typing in was , known for its modern coastal aesthetic. Amazon recommended a mix of jute rugs, rattan furniture and quilted bedding that all perfectly fit the brand's vibe.
While 鈥� a.k.a. inexpensive, mass-produced pieces that may not always stand the test of time 鈥� investing in high-end furniture isn't always realistic when you're on a tight budget. Whether you鈥檙e drawn to a particular style or trying to track down a specific piece of furniture, I think this shopping hack is worth a try. You might even uncover some budget-friendly versions of buzzy products 鈥� like .
So next time you鈥檙e facing a price tag that's out of your budget, try searching for the retailer鈥檚 name on Amazon and see what hidden gems you discover!