Everyone has a budget.  Some of us just have a slightly smaller or larger one.  Over the last few years, I’ve become pretty good at stretching our Ikea budget to match our Pottery Barn taste.

So what’s the secret?  Mixing, matching and looking for a sale!  You can buy 95% budget-friendly items, but you can’t get them all from the same place or everyone will know you just raided the entire Hemnes section of Ikea.  And when you throw in a few vintage finds, you can nail that coveted, eclectic style that’s all the rage.

Don’t get me wrong, we still buy a lot of Ikea; but it’s the pieces we mix in that make all the difference.  One of my super-secret budget friendly mix in spots: Cost Plus World Market.  (Note this post is NOT sponsored, I’m just obsessed with them!)

I first learned about them when I stumbled upon the store at the Grove a few years ago while hunting for props for a short film; it had the perfect eclectic mix of home goods my place (and my short film) had been missing.  Since then, Jefe and I have become quite the World Market connoisseurs.

Why do I love it?  You can get an all-leather storage ottoman for $200 that has worn beautifully.  You can get every serving piece you could possibly need to host your first Thanksgiving and still have money left over for that festival fall runner.  And it all holds up beautifully; the furniture is definitely a step up in the stability department.

In the spirit of sharing is caring, I’ve taken the liberty of picking a few of my favorites for you.  It’s a great mix of items we already own with others I’ve got my eye on.

The Natalie Bed – I have to admit that this may have been a recent purchase as I’m so obsessed with it.  Our Ikea bed was not going to make its 4th move and this beauty caught my eye.  And lucky for you, it’s currently $240 off!

Charcoal Oscar Chair – I have the prefect corner ready and waiting for this stylish arm chair.

Black Windowpane Andrea Mirror – Is your home a little dark?  Lacking windows?  Why not fill up an empty wall with this windowpane mirror!  Fake window and more light all in one.

Wood Parat Bowl – One of a kind and a beautiful accessory for a console table, a bookcase, or an entryway where you can stash your keys.

Espresso Bi-Cast Leather Storage Ottomon – This updated version is the perfect multi-functional piece for any home.  Stylish nailhead trim, supple leather, and plenty of storage.  If it’s anything like the one we bought a few years ago, I promise you won’t be disappointed!

Milk Bottle Vase with Wood Rack – Crushing hard on Joanne Gaines or is that just me?  I’m obsessed with Fixer Upper.  Sometimes her style verges a little on shabby chic, but her more rustic decor makes my heart pitter patter as does this milk bottle vase!

Campaign Desk – So stylish and versatile.  The color of wood is the perfect complement to the greenish-grey of our new home office walls.  As we haven’t finished unpacking yet, please excuse the old picture.

Blue Villa Stripe Table Runner – This needs to be spread across my dining table immediately.  It’s a perfectly classic linen for anyone’s space that can be mixed and matched with other linens.

Antique Black Verona Bookshelf – You know how the world was heartbroken when the Expedit was discontinued?  Well ours bit the dust during the move.  Guess it’s time for a stylish upgrade to THIS beauty.  I definitely think it’s an improvement however I’m not so sure about my significant other’s decorating choices on those top 2 shelves (although his styling game on the bottom few make me so proud!)

So there you have it, my full-fledged, undying love for World Market.  Anyone else a fan?  If that’s not  your jam, what’s your secret go-to for budget-friendly eclectic pieces?