As an editor who has spent the last 14 months renovating a house on a shoestring (and is nowhere near finished doing so, I might add), I have become something of an expert at sticking to a tight budget. Waiting patiently for sale moments to make big furniture purchases (my sofa is an former showroom sample which I snagged for 70% off—a find I’m immensely proud of) and searching various websites to find the best price for things like sockets and screws (even the most seemingly insignificant savings add up), now, nothing gives me the rush like finding something for my home that I love and that feels like a steal. This is partly why I’ve become so obsessed with Dunelm of late.

Dunelm’s trending homeware has always been on my radar but now, with rooms to fill rooms that I didn’t have in my previous home, I’ve come to rely on the brand for its stylish pieces, which often prove to be more affordable than elsewhere on the high street. While some items still make for a considerable investment, I do think its homeware is incredibly reasonable given the quality and design, the latter of which the brand has honed further this year.

Right now, my Dunelm basket is full to the brim with elegant homeware finds that look much more expensive than they are and don’t feel too trend-led. Indeed, popular scallop edging features heavily, but the way in which Dunelm has distilled said pieces feels more refined than it does quaint. Rattan continues to be a key focus, also, which I find adds a cosy, comforting feel to any interior—think jute rugs, storage baskets and tactile ornaments. The lighting is a standout this season, too—not only were my Dunelm sconces easier to fit than any other light fitting I bought (this according to my electrician) but they also cost a fraction of the price and, dare I say, look just as premium.