Don’t fall for these!
Your budget can quickly feel teeny tiny, because suddenly everything seems like a must-purchase.
Here are the pieces designers would drastically cut back on or not buy at all.
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According to the pros, skipping these items won’t hurt the space but will help your wallet.
Interior designerGaley Grimesencourages you to hold yourself back.
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She recommends focusing on high-quality, timeless lighting like classic lanterns or well-placed sconces.
“They just become dust collectors because you end up avoiding them,” he says.
“I’d rather use that money on something else nice or more usable,” she says.
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