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I’m a Home Editor—These Are the Items I Always Recommend Shopping for at Target

written by JESSICA FRIEDHOFF

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Source: Threshold x Studio McGee
Source: Threshold x Studio McGee

You could say that shopping is basically my job. As a home editor, I look at furniture and decor all day long, but when putting together stories and shopping for my own home, Target is the retailer I keep coming back to. You just cannot beat the quality and style you get for the price—not to mention the convenience of their shipping and pickup options. And with collaborations with big-name tastemakers like Shea McGee and Joanna Gaines, there’s some really great stuff coming out of the Target home decor section these days. While some pieces are best purchased elsewhere (after all, you don’t want your home looking like a store display), there are several home items that I always recommend shopping for at Target. Keep scrolling for the Target home decor and furniture finds that offer the best bang for your buck.

1. Throw Pillows

Throw pillows are one of those accessories that often get swapped out seasonally, so it doesn’t make sense to spend a ton of money on them. I love Target’s selection because they always have a wide variety of patterns and materials to choose from, and most cost around $20-$30. Plus, they come out with new throw pillows every season, which makes it easy (and affordable) to switch things up throughout the year.

Woven Boucle Throw Pillow
Threshold
Woven Boucle Throw Pillow

2 colors available

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Linen Square Throw Pillow
Threshold x Studio McGee
Linen Square Throw Pillow

4 colors available

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Woven Windowpane Throw Pillow
Threshold
Woven Windowpane Throw Pillow

4 colors available

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Reversible Linen Square Throw Pillow
Threshold x Studio McGee
Reversible Linen Square Throw Pillow

4 colors available

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Cotton Velvet Throw Pillow
Threshold
Cotton Velvet Throw Pillow

4 colors available

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Windowpane Woven Throw Pillow
Threshold
Windowpane Woven Throw Pillow
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Woven Block Print Square Throw Pillow
Threshold x Studio McGee
Woven Block Print Square Throw Pillow
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Jacobean Square Throw Pillow
Threshold
Jacobean Square Throw Pillow
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Oversized Textural Woven Throw Pillow
Threshold
Oversized Textural Woven Throw Pillow
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Loop Stripe Lumbar Bed Pillow
Hearth & Hand with Magnolia
Loop Stripe Lumbar Bed Pillow
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2. Accent Furniture

I wouldn’t necessarily recommend shopping for a new sofa at Target, but accent furniture is truly where the retailer shines. Whether you’re looking for an accent chair, an end table, a storage cabinet, or some bench seating, Target has tons of options that are priced affordably and well-made. You can easily find pieces to create your own reading nook, add storage to your entryway, or spruce up your living room with just a couple hundred dollars or less.

Upholstered Barrel Accent Chair
Threshold x Studio McGee
Upholstered Barrel Accent Chair

6 colors available

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2 Door Cabinet
Threshold
2 Door Cabinet

4 colors available

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Burled Wood Console Table
Threshold x Studio McGee
Burled Wood Console Table

2 colors available

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Wood Armchair
Threshold
Wood Armchair

4 colors available

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Wooden Round Pedestal Accent Side Table
Hearth & Hand with Magnolia
Wooden Round Pedestal Accent Side Table

2 colors available

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Tufted Storage Bench
Threshold
Tufted Storage Bench

2 colors available

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Wood Bench with Woven Back
Threshold x Studio McGee
Wood Bench with Woven Back
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Cylinder Drum Accent Table
Threshold
Cylinder Drum Accent Table

2 colors available

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Wood End Table
Threshold
Wood End Table
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Woven Storage Ottoman
Threshold x Studio McGee
Woven Storage Ottoman
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Source: Threshold x Studio McGee

3. Picture Frames

It’s actually shocking how expensive picture frames can be. Especially if you’re building a larger gallery wall, you could easily spend hundreds of dollars on the frames alone—without even factoring in the cost of the art itself. While thrift stores are great places to pick up budget-friendly frames, if I want a cohesive look, Target is where I shop. Even the largest sizes cost $60 or less, which means personalizing your walls doesn’t have to cost a fortune.

Gallery Wall Frame
Threshold x Studio McGee
Gallery Wall Frame
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Gallery Frame Natural Wood
Threshold x Studio McGee
Gallery Frame Natural Wood
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Wall Frame Antique Brass
Threshold x Studio McGee
Wall Frame Antique Brass
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Thin Gallery Float Frame
Threshold
Thin Gallery Float Frame

3 colors available

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Wood Matted Wall Frame
Threshold
Wood Matted Wall Frame
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Brass Pedestal Picture Frame
Hearth & Hand with Magnolia
Brass Pedestal Picture Frame
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Shagreen Wrapped Frame
Threshold x Studio McGee
Shagreen Wrapped Frame
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Frame with Arch
Threshold
Frame with Arch
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Arch Table Frame
Threshold
Arch Table Frame
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Caning Table Frame
Threshold
Caning Table Frame
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4. Baskets

Woven baskets are a go-to for adding storage to basically any room, but if you want one large enough to stash bulky items like blankets, you typically need to fork over at least $100. Not so at Target, however! Nearly all of their baskets come in under $50, including the extra-large options that’ll fit anything you need to store.

Large Natural Woven Round Basket
Threshold
Large Natural Woven Round Basket
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Braided Water Hyacinth Basket
Threshold
Braided Water Hyacinth Basket
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Twisted Checkered Weave Basket
Brightroom
Twisted Checkered Weave Basket
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Woven Decorative Basket
Threshold
Woven Decorative Basket
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Decorative Cane Pattern Floor Basket
Threshold
Decorative Cane Pattern Floor Basket
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Woven Basket with Handles
Threshold x Studio McGee
Woven Basket with Handles
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Round Decorative Basket
Threshold
Round Decorative Basket
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Braided Grass Storage Basket
Hearth & Hand with Magnolia
Braided Grass Storage Basket
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5. Lamps

If there’s one thing that can instantly transform the look of a whole room, it’s lighting. While overhead lighting is often harsh and unflattering, lamps give the room a soft, inviting glow. However, a simple table lamp can run you upwards of $300 at some retailers, which just doesn’t make sense when you’re often buying multiple fixtures for each room. That’s why I always recommend shopping for lamps at Target, where you can easily find gorgeous table lamps for well under $100 and full-size floor lamps for just a bit more.

Green Ceramic Table Lamp
Threshold x Studio McGee
Green Ceramic Table Lamp
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Lamp with Tapered Rattan Shade
Threshold x Studio McGee
Lamp with Tapered Rattan Shade
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Natural Wicker Table Lamp
Threshold x Studio McGee
Natural Wicker Table Lamp
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Ribbed Ceramic Table Lamp
Threshold
Ribbed Ceramic Table Lamp
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Ceramic Table Lamp Gray
Threshold
Ceramic Table Lamp Gray
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Ceramic Table Lamp
Threshold
Ceramic Table Lamp
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Stick Floor Lamp
Threshold
Stick Floor Lamp
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Floor Lamp
Threshold x Studio McGee
Floor Lamp
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Tripod Floor Lamp
Threshold
Tripod Floor Lamp
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Floor Lamp
Threshold
Floor Lamp
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Source: Threshold x Studio McGee

6. Decorative Accessories

It’s truly the little things that give a room that curated, collected-over-time look. Small accessories like vases, candlesticks, trays, and decorative objects are key when you’re styling shelves or a coffee table, and the Target home decor section is chock-full of great options.

Metal Wavy Bowl
Threshold x Studio McGee
Metal Wavy Bowl
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Ceramic Bud Vase
Threshold x Studio McGee
Ceramic Bud Vase
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Green Marble Bowl
Threshold x Studio McGee
Green Marble Bowl
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Vintage French Tray
Threshold x Studio McGee
Vintage French Tray
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Cast Metal Candle Tray
Threshold x Studio McGee
Cast Metal Candle Tray
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Modern Marble Figural
Threshold x Studio McGee
Modern Marble Figural
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Tall Carved Ceramic Vase
Threshold x Studio McGee
Tall Carved Ceramic Vase
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Round Leather Links
Threshold x Studio McGee
Round Leather Links
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Set of 3 Aluminum Taper Holders
Threshold
Set of 3 Aluminum Taper Holders
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Decorative Brass Magnifying Glass
Hearth & Hand with Magnolia
Decorative Brass Magnifying Glass
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7. Bath Towels

For years, I struggled to find bath towels that would actually hold up for more than a few washes. Even my fancy Turkish cotton towels that cost over $30 apiece ended up with bleached-out stains and frayed hems after just a couple of months. However, when I got married, I registered for a set of bath towels from Target, and nearly a year later, they still look good as new. My favorite thing about these Performance Plus towels from Threshold in particular is that the material is specially treated to be fade-resistant, so the color stays put even after dozens of washes. Plus, they’re soft enough to rival much more expensive towels, but ​​the largest size costs just $14. Depending on your preference, you can also find Target towels in quick-drying materials and chic waffle textures.

Performance Plus Bath Towel
Threshold
Performance Plus Bath Towel

10+ colors available

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Quick Dry Ribbed Bath Towel Set
Threshold
Quick Dry Ribbed Bath Towel Set

5 colors available

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Waffle Bath Towel
Casaluna
Waffle Bath Towel

6 colors available

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Total Fresh Antimicrobial Towel
Threshold
Total Fresh Antimicrobial Towel

10+ colors available

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Jessica friedhoff senior lifestyle editor
MEET THE AUTHOR

Jessica Friedhoff, Senior Lifestyle Editor

Jessica has been at The Everygirl since 2022, covering all things home, travel, food, hobbies, and more. She edits all lifestyle content, writes in-depth features, and curates the direction of the living section. Jessica’s true passion—and much of her expertise—lies in interior design and decorating. Before joining The Everygirl, she worked as the digital assistant home editor for Better Homes & Gardens.