Items for your Home you Should Splurge On
Creating a beautiful home isn’t about spending the most… it’s about spending wisely. Some purchases deliver instant impact and long-term value, while others… simply don’t. So today, we’re diving into the items for your home you should splurge on—the pieces that elevate your space, stand up to everyday life, and make your home feel more intentional, more stylish, and more you.
These aren’t impulse buys. They’re the home items worth splurging on because they transform your rooms, improve functionality, and age gracefully alongside your home.
Let’s get into the designer-approved investment pieces that truly pay off.
Why Certain Home Items Are Worth Splurging On
Not all décor is created equal. Some items pull double duty: they deliver beauty and durability. They shape the architecture of a room, soften acoustics, or improve the quality of your daily routines.
Long-Term Savings Happen Quietly
A well-made piece doesn’t just look better; it lasts. And longevity always beats constant replacement.
Splurge Where It Shows
If it’s front and center like floors, walls, lighting, or the bed you climb into nightly then that’s where investing makes the most visual and functional impact.
Now let’s talk about the specific things to splurge on for your home.
Custom Cut Carpet
If you want your home to instantly feel elevated and tailored, start from the ground up. Custom cut carpet is one of the most transformative (yet overlooked!) investment pieces. If you study the designer rooms that you love, chances are that they have custom cut carpet as the base.
Where to shop for Custom Cut Carpets:
Your local carpet store can source, order, cut, bind and install carpets for your home. this is especially useful if the room is an odd size. My local store was able to order some samples direct from the manufacturer that they didn’t stock in store. Our carpet is Shaw / Whiskers/ Birch style number ZZL73 (above)
Why Custom Matters
Standard rug sizes rarely fit your room perfectly. Too small, and the whole room feels awkward. A custom cut gives you that designer, wall-to-wall look—without committing to actual carpet install.
It Brings Warmth + Quiet Luxury
The right carpet softens the room, dampens sound, and adds cozy, layered texture.
Materials That Matter
Wool is the designer favorite for it’s durable qualities and ability to clean easily.
Rooms like living areas, bedrooms, and dining spaces get the biggest return from custom cut carpet. It’s absolutely a home décor item worth investing in.
2. Statement Fabrics & Wallpaper
If there’s one place you’ll never regret going bold, it’s your walls and textiles.
They Transform a Room Instantly
Designer wallpaper and statement fabrics add personality, depth, and soul. They make your home feel curated—not catalog.
Quality Shows
Better wallpaper hangs smoother, lasts longer, and removes cleanly. High-end fabrics drape beautifully and wear well over time.
Choose Patterns With Intent
Mixing patterns is an art. Stick to a cohesive palette, vary scale, and don’t shy away from layering texture with pattern.When you want high impact without a full renovation, this is one of the best home items to invest in.
Where to shop for STATEMENT WALLPAPER AND FABRIC:
Etsy carries designer fabrics and pillows that are available to the trade only.
Decorators Best - almost every designer brand that you love - frequently has sales at 10-20% off.
Winston Fabrics - an NC favorite for fabrics
Spoonflower - some hidden gems like this Heritage Stripe fabric
Elliston House - a NC brand with a fresh take on traditional fabrics
3. Luxe Bedding
Your bedroom is where you start and end your day, so luxe bedding is a splurge that pays dividends in comfort and mood.
Material Is Everything
Think linen, crisp percale, airy sateen, and high-quality inserts that hold their shape without overheating. You spend a third of your life in bed—investing in quality bedding genuinely improves your sleep and your life.
Where to Splurge vs. Save
Splurge: duvet cover, sheets, shams, pillows
Save: simple decorative pillows or accent throws
Luxe bedding is not only a “treat yourself” moment—it’s truly a luxury home item that’s worth it.
Where to shop for LUXE BEDDING:
Affordable but high quality.- Quince has been a great source. Especially these blankets which are perfect for layering.
Washable / Zippered Duvet System from Pippen House -
Embroidered linens - our favorite - Look Linen Co
4. Designer Lighting
Lighting is the secret weapon of great design. It sets the mood, shapes the architecture, and brings your entire palette to life.
Why Designer Lighting Is Worth It
Quality fixtures cast better light, use better materials, and create a sculptural statement you’ll never regret.
Where You Can Save
Simple recessed lighting or basic flush mounts in utility areas.
Lighting is one of the top items for your home you should splurge on because it elevates every single room it touches.
Where to shop for Designer Lighting:
Visual Comfort - hands down the best resource. It is not inexpensive lighting, but the style and quality can’t be beat.
Most retailers carry lighting in their home section - it is worth browsing around to see what is out there!
5. Original Art
Nothing personalizes a home faster or more beautifully than art. It makes the space feel collected rather than decorated.
It Creates Emotional Impact
Whether it’s a local artist, a gallery find, or a piece collected on travels—original artwork adds meaning and story.
Quality Over Mass Production
Better materials, richer texture, and craftsmanship mean the piece lasts for decades and looks better with age.
Where to shop for Original Art:
EBTH (Everything But the House)