Whether it's for a housewarming, birthday, wedding or simply because, finding the perfect home decor gift for a friend or family member can be difficult.
When shopping for a decor gift, you'll want to select items and household essentials that are stylish yet practical. This will allow the recipient to easily add them to their living space or use them when entertaining company.
If you're on the hunt for home decor gift ideas and don't know where to start, you've come to the right place. We've compiled a list of options under $50 that are sure to bring a smile to any aspiring interior designer's face.
Home decor gifts under $15 | Home decor gifts under $25 | Home decor gifts under $50
Home decor gifts under $15
Natural Dried Pampas Grass Bouquet
Senior SEO editor Jess Bender recently snagged this quietly luxurious dried bouquet for her apartment during Amazon Prime Day. Beyond how easy it is to maintain; she adds that the beautiful minimalist hues naturally complements her home’s existing color scheme.
Friends NYC Big Match Lighter
Probably one of the coolest gifts that production associate Audrey Ekman has come across is this fun refillable lighter that presents itself as a giant match. "It’s long enough to reach down and light the wick of even your most-loved candles, plus it’s a cute conversation starter on a coffee table."
Brightroom Decorative Coiled Rope Basket
Both durable and long-lasting, this textured basket easily blends in with almost any home decor. It's large enough to hold small toys and hefty magazines, or it could double as a planter holder.
Hearth & Hand Colorblock Decorative Pillow Cover
Part of Target's Hearth & Hand with Magnolia collection, this neutral pillow cover with a chunky weave with color block design is a practically effortless way to update your homescape.
Floating Shelves
For a practical gift, consider this set of three floating shelves. Made from wood with a torched finish and accented by black metal brackets, the rustic-looking shelves are easy to install and can display anything from books to knick-knacks to photos.
Peter Pan Big Ben Wall Clock
This bestselling magical clock makes for the perfect statement piece on any wall. It's available in a variety of sizes depending on how much space you have and is also sold as a pendulum.
Home decor gifts under $25
Brass Picture Frame
Know someone who has lots of photos throughout their home? This is a unique and popular picture frame that lets them showcase their favorite memories in a stylish way.
Knit Throw Blanket
This soft throw is perfect for snuggling on the couch and adding a splash of color to a room’s decor. Made from acrylic fabric and with decorative fringe on the edge.
Artificial Lavender Plant
Add some greenery to the home with this artificial potted lavender. Placed in a wooden box, the plant fits well with rustic or farmhouse decor.
Opalhouse Outdoor Ceramic Family Planter
Give your small household plants a beautiful new home. This modern option comes in several sizes and six hues, plus they’ve earned a seal of approval from associate social media editor Dani Musacchio. “I saw these little ceramic planters in Target and grabbed two of them because they’re just too cute — and only $20!”
Moroccan Blythe Area Rug
This rug has a traditional Persian design with modern flair, so it's great for the recipient who's looking to add a cozy touch to their space. Buyers described it as a "beautiful modern, yet classic rug" and said that it was soft and easy to maintain. Another boasted that the rug would not stain, even with pets!
Rustic Tabletop Chalkboard
This fun chalkboard is a great way to leave fun notes for family members while adding a rustic decorative element to the room. It can easily set on a table, counter or other space. The surface is also magnetic for those who want to add whimsical magnets.
Round Beech Wood & Copper Coat Wall Hook
This unique beech wood hook and leather strap makes the perfect contemporary addition to any entryway. The hooks can have a finish of brass, copper or aluminum.
Mason Jar Sconce Set
Any country home decor lover will enjoy this cute gift! It's a mason jar sconce filled with LED fairy lights and faux hydrangea flowers. It comes as a set of two, with each jar hung on a rustic wood holder that can be mounted inside or outside.
Home decor gifts under $50
Find Joy Wall Hanging
This vibrant piece of wall art gives you a constant reminder that joy can be found all around you. Crafted with polyester yarns of various textures and colors, it also includes a wooden dowel and cotton yarn for easy hanging.
Orange Grove Cutting Board
This kitchen essential doubles as a functional decorative element for your kitchen. Made with durable Baltic wood on one side and a satin finish on the other, it's the perfect piece to prep delicious dishes and present on your wall when you're done.
Crate & Barrel Oven to Table Serving Bowl
This serving bowl offers plenty of use, thanks to its ability to go from the oven straight to the table. You can use it to serve hot food for dinner or your next gathering with ease. It measures 11 inches in diameter and comes with a wood trivet, so your tables and countertops are fully protected from the bowl's heat.
CB2 Stud Decanter
Senior partnerships editor Francesca Cocchi Zabloudil has previously given this "dashing" decanter as engagement and housewarming gifts. To summarize how much of a crowdpleaser it is, "It looks more expensive than it is, and it's chic enough to leave on your counter or bar cart even when you aren't using it."
Smallwoods Hanging Canvas Print
A favorite brand amongst editorial assistant Sierra Hoeger and her family, Smallwoods Home specializes in wall art — like this hanging canvas option — that evokes "a modern take on a farmhouse feel."
West Elm Clouded Agate Coasters
"I love the coasters my roommate got for our living room!," assistant partnerships editor Lauren Witonsky said about this natural agate crystal set. "I feel like if coasters aren't left out I'll always forget to use them, but these are pretty enough to stay stacked up or spread out on end tables."
NEST Fragrances Classic Candle
For social media editorial assistant Annie Shigo, you can never go wrong with gifting a candle. "I love NEST because they last a long time, and a candle does make your home feel unique/you can never have enough," she mentioned. "The grapefruit scent is very fresh and perfect to have in the kitchen or family room," though it comes in several other alluring scents.
Degen Large Facevessel
"I have gifted a few friends these one-of-a-kind blown glass face vessels after getting a ton of compliments on the pair I own myself," Ekman shared. "They are so adorable, are suited to contain everything from water and juice to cocktails and smoothies and always bring so much joy — you’re literally gifting a drink with a friendly face!"
Harlem Candle Company
The Black-founded Harlem Candle Company makes some of the most decadent smelling candles around. This option is influenced by the secretive nightclubs that lived during the peak of Prohibition in Harlem, according to the brand.
Mark & Graham Wood and Marble Beveled Cheese Board
"I also love Mark & Graham for personalized home gifts!" Cocchi Zabloudil proclaims. "I was gifted this cheeseboard for my engagement, and I use it all the time for entertaining."
Personalized Birthdate Co. Candle
Another popular giftable candle amongst the Shop TODAY team is this Birthdate Co. custom candle that's blended with fragrance notes based on the day the giftee was born. "I've gotten the Birthdate candle before and it's still one of my favorite candles I've ever had just due to the scent alone," comments commerce editor Vivien Moon.