This Affordable Decor Item Gives My Bedroom New Life

I love to display tons of different vases in my home, but making weekly flower runs to stock up on greenery can definitely add up. Don't get me wrong, I always have fun picking out beautiful bouquets at the grocery store or farmer's market, but I've found that even when I feel like I'm only picking up a small amount of blooms, my total spend is easily $30. Some weeks, I'm not going to be home much or don't plan to have guests over, and while I'm all about treating myself, splurging on fresh flowers just doesn't seem necessary.

That said, my space can start to feel incomplete when all of my vases are empty and sad looking. I have always liked the look—and concept—of dried flowers, but a lot of the arrangements I had previously seen online or while out and about contained lots of reds, pinks, and oranges. These hues are of course lovely, but they don't exactly complement my apartment decor, which leans more neutral with some blues and greens mixed in. I knew that I could always go the faux flower route, but I also ran into snags there; none of the stems I came across ever looked convincing enough for my taste.

The other week, I found myself browsing the Anthropologie website checking out their latest decor arrivals, and I was thrilled to come across a stunning dried eucalyptus arrangement from their sister brand Terrain. I love filling my vases with eucalyptus—the branches add so much height and dimension to any vignette. While fresh eucalyptus is known for being long lasting, I like that this preserved arrangement doesn't require any upkeep, which is perfect for someone constantly on the go like me. The $38 price tag seemed reasonable given that I'll be able to enjoy this greenery for months on end, too, so I placed an order right away.