This is a collaborative post. All opinions are my own.

Some things, we bring into our homes mostly because they're pretty--things like art, vases, pillows, and decor. Then, there are the necessary things that aren't so attractive. These everyday household items often sit on our counters and our nightstands, messing up our aesthetic with their jarring colors, ugly bottles, and jumbled cords. Ok, clearly there are more important things in the world than a toaster that ruins your carefully curated vibes...but if you've spent a lot of effort remodeling your kitchen, you probably do care about the little details. That's how I got the idea for this blog post. After my kids burned a plastic Perler bead creation in our old (ugly) toaster, I got a new one that's cute enough to leave on the counter. It's given me a little bit of joy every time I see it and use it, which made me think...when something is part of your daily routine, you interact with it every day. So why not look for good-looking versions of those practical, everyday things? Of course, usually the problem is that cute, well-designed things come with higher price tags. But every so often, you can find functional items that are the perfect mix of beautiful AND budget-friendly. Here are fifteen practical household items that look way more expensive than they are.

1. Bamboo toothbrush - $4 for 2

2. Shampoo & conditioner - $4.50 ea

4. Marble toilet brush - $29

5. Sea sponge (so much better than a plastic shower puff) - $5.50

6. Bamboo razor handle - $11

7. Handheld brush & dustpan set - $9

8. Tissue box cover - $5

9. Avocado oil - $9

10. Cheese grater - $25

11. Bamboo straws - $5 for 6

12. Dish drying rack - $20

13. Essential oil - $10

14. Toaster - $40

15. Scrubber sponge - $2.75 for 4 (a lot prettier than a green and yellow sponge)

A lot of these things are from Public Goods, my favorite place to shop for household products. Besides being affordable and good-looking, their products are also sustainable. To learn more about them, head over to the Public Goods Blog, a blog curated for eco-conscious readers who want to improve themselves and the world around them. You’ll also find a wide range of relatable content: everything from how to make candles with their essential oils and how to make bread without yeast to informational content about how to use essential oils for acne and how to make air-popped popcorn.

If you've never tried Public Goods before, you can also get 15% off with my code AILEENPGA.

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