Your New Apartment Needs These 23 Essentials to Feel Like Home

MH MYLUNE HOME Ultra Soft Micro Plush Khaki Leopard Blanket

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Cozy up on the sofa after a long day of work and wrap this soft blanket around you as you sit back and stream your favorite shows. It's large enough to be used as an extra layer of warmth on your queen-sized bed, too.

H&M Patterned Rug with Fringe

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Warm up that plain entryway with a rug that's full of personality yet comes in at a reasonable price point. This runner looks like a vintage piece with its classic pattern, and it's easy to add to your online shopping cart in an instant.

Roxanne’s Dried Flowers Foraged Fern Bouquet

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Maybe you love having fresh blooms around but just don't have the time to go pick up a bouquet of flowers every week. Why not go the dried route? These beauties will add some charm to your coffee table while looking lovely for months on end.

Brooklinen Candle

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New home, new smell! Chill out while enjoying a new fragrance that will make you look forward to curling up and relaxing in your abode. Grab a handful of candles to place in your living room, bedroom, and bathroom. It'll instantly warm up your space and make it a lot easier to settle in.

Hampton Bay Blue Floral Ceramic Table Lamp with White Fabric Shade

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If your overhead lighting just isn't cutting it, you'll want to add a warm glow to your space with a table lamp. And who says you need to sacrifice aesthetics in the process? This blue and white lamp—which comes with a shade—is majorly luxe-looking and chic but is extremely affordable, too.

Primrue 59.3'' Artificial Fiddle Leaf Fig Plant In Pot

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Even if you don't have much of a green thumb, you understand how much of a difference a plant—even an artificial one—can brighten up your apartment. This fiddle leaf fig is impossible to kill because it's a faux plant, but with its realistic details, it'll be adorning your space the same way a real one would.

JSPYFITS Hydroponic Flower Vase

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You'll need a cute vase on hand for when friends stop by with flowers to welcome you into your new home. This one boasts a trendy, eye-catching shape that will add some flair to any nook of your apartment. With its bright shade, it'll add the perfect amount of color you need.

Better Homes & Gardens 8" x 10" Tabletop Faux Black Marble

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Keep your nearest and dearest around at all times by displaying photos of loved ones in stylish frames like these. Choose from three different sizes depending on your needs. They'll be a great addition to any empty mantels, coffee tables, or even countertops that need a bit more personalization to feel like home.

West Elm Quilted Geo Pillow Cover

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If your throw pillow covers have seen better days, it's time to replace them with these fun geometric ones that will jazz up your sofa.

WhitneyRainStudio Set of 3 Watercolor Prints

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Shopping for wall art can be tricky because there are so many different styles of prints to choose from. We've made it easy for you by sourcing a gorgeous three-pack of prints that you can hang above your sofa, in the hallway, or anywhere else that needs some color.

Opalhouse 16oz Stoneware Bonjour Mon Amor Mug

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Sipping coffee is more enjoyable when you have a fun mug that you look forward to grabbing each morning. This peppy pick will hold plenty of java and shine on your open shelving in the kitchen, too.

Burke Decor Set of 3 Round Storage Boxes

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Everyone can benefit from a storage box to house items like hair clips, loose change, matchbooks, and more. You may as well opt for something stylish that can double as decor on your built-ins. This set of canisters comes in three different sizes, so it can fit all of your organizing needs when you're in the midst of unpacking.

SELECTION 1 24x32 Sharp Edges Geometric Modern Wall Art

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If you're wondering how to fill that empty wall space above your bed or desk, reach for an abstract canvas like this one. Minimalist pieces like this are timeless and add a soothing feel to your home.

WINNIFRED & LILY My Toys Patch Rectangle Pet Bin

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Make sure your pet feels at home in their new space, too. A bin like this one is great for corralling pet toys to keep your living room nice and neat.

Lauren McIntosh Tray

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Is there such a thing as having too many trays? We didn't think so. A piece like this one would like stunning on your dresser top holding perfume bottles, jewelry, or nail polish. You could also use it as a key holder by the front door.

Joss & Main Tracie Arch Metal Wall Mirror

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Mirrors are not only functional but can also help small spaces appear larger and more sunlit. This arched piece will look wonderful adhered to the wall or placed leaning on a buffet or console table.

Bibliostyle: How We Live at Home with Books

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No home is complete without books. Grab some coffee table books that speak to your interests and spread them out on your built-ins, nightstand, and more so that you always have something to flip through when inspiration strikes.

SilcStuff Mid-century Modern Cocktail Wine Glasses Set

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You're going to want to welcome friends into your new apartment in style, so be sure you're stocked up on drinking glasses for everyone to use and enjoy. These wine glasses are funky and Instagrammable, making them an instant winner.

Lowe's 5In Succulent in 1.35-Quart Pot

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Adding a succulent to your kitchen counter, desk, bathroom vanity, or nightstand will make your space feel more homey and welcoming. These come in a fabulous contemporary-looking pot, too.

World Market Black And Natural Checkerboard Coir Doormat

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Showcase your personal style by placing a welcome mat outside your apartment so that all of your visitors know which unit is yours. This black and natural checkered one is perfect for the neutral lover.

HAY Frotte Stripe Bath Sheet

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If your bath towels are looking raggedy, it's time to do a bit of a refresh. Dry off with a colorful pick that will make you feel jazzed about starting the day.

World Market Round White Marble And Black Metal Bistro Accent Table

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A bistro table will come in handy in so many apartment scenarios—you can use it as a small entry table, a place to dine, or even as a mini workstation. This marble piece is such a classic design that you won't need to worry about it ever going out of style.