Ten Things Interior Designers Always Buy on Amazon

You might think interior designers shop exclusively at high-end showrooms and boutique retailers. But the truth?

Many of their favorite styling tricks and go-to home upgrades come from Amazon.

The entry way at the beach house
A bright, airy kitchen with white cabinets, wooden dining table, and wicker chairs. Sunlight streams in through large windows, highlighting yellow flowers on the table and counter.
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Ten Things Interior Designers Always Buy on Amazon

Colorful spring throw pillows on a couch.

From staple decor to furniture, table settings, and finishing touches. Here’s your inside scoop on what interior designers are adding to their carts.

1. Down Alternative Pillow Inserts and Pillow Covers

Bright room with a beige armchair, decorative pillow, and yellow flowers in a vase by a sunlit window. A wooden box sits nearby.

Shop – Edow Throw Pillow Inserts 20”x20” (Set of 2)

A must for making every pillow look plump and luxurious. Designers always size up (use a 22” insert for a 20” pillow cover) to get that complete, high-end look.

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Two plain white square pillows stacked with one slightly overlapping the other, both set against a white background.
Edow Throw Pillow Inserts 20”x20” (Set of 2)

Embroidered Cotton Accent Lumbar Rectangle Throw Pillows

Two beige decorative throw pillows with intricate embroidered patterns add a touch of elegance to your home, displayed overlapping each other against a white background.

Ivory Embroidered Throw Pillow Covers, 2

2. Neutral Linen Curtains (That Look Custom)

King bedded room at the beach house with white and tan bedding and a new white rug.

Shop – H.VERSAILTEX Linen Curtains 96” (Set of 2 Panels)

Elegant, airy, and full of texture, linen-look panels give your windows that custom draped feel. Perfect for living rooms and bedrooms alike.

Cream-colored blackout curtains hang on a window with eight fabric swatches displayed in front, showcasing different color and texture options. A "100% Blackout" tag is shown at the top left.
H.VERSAILTEX Linen Curtains 96” (Set of 2 Panels)
White textured linen curtains hang from a black rod in front of a large window in a bright, modern living room with minimal decor.
Joywell Textured Linen 100% Blackout Curtains 90 Inches
Close-up of a metallic curtain rod with a brushed brass finish against a white background.
Ivilon Drapery Window Curtain Rod

3. Vintage-Look Area Rugs

My new craft room on the third floor with vaulted ceilings, a Dreambox craft storing cabinet, a work table, and more.

Shop – Loloi II Layla Collection 5’ x 7’6”

The Beach House Office and Bedroom

Affordable and gorgeous, this vintage-inspired rug brings warmth and character to any room. Layer it over a jute rug for an even more collected look.

Faded, vintage-style area rug with a central medallion and floral motifs in muted shades of beige, pink, and brown.
Loloi II Layla Collection 5’ x 7’6”
Rectangular area rug with an intricate floral and geometric pattern in shades of blue and beige, featuring a detailed border and a distressed, vintage-style appearance.
Loloi II Odette Collection ODT-07 Sky/Rust 9′-2″ x 13′ Area Rug

S & L Homes Wool Cotton Hand Woven Chunky Knit Rug

4. LED Picture Lights for Instant Charm

A brass wall-mounted picture light illuminates a framed painting of yellow and white daffodils against a beige wall.

Shop – Situ Lighting Rechargeable Picture Light

A top designer trick! Mount above art or bookshelves to create architectural interest and moody lighting—without any hardwiring.

A modern brass wall-mounted picture light with a rectangular backplate and an adjustable horizontal LED bar.
Situ Lighting Rechargeable Picture Light
Two wall-mounted black metal candle sconces with lit white taper candles on a light-colored wall, next to a window with horizontal bars.
Metal Wall Candle Sconce Holder Set of 2
Two adjustable brass wall sconces with conical shades and round wall mounts, shown against a white background.
7″ Farmhouse Industrial Adjustable Arm Metal LED Wall Sconce

5. Sculptural Decor & Coffee Table Accents

A white couch and assorted pillows and a vintage hanging chandelier are also in the family room. There are peach blossoms in a vase and various neutral decor items on the coffee table.

Shop – Deco 79 White Wood Chain Link

Perfect for stacking on coffee table books or styling shelves. Designers love using pieces like this to add natural texture and a curated feel.

Six interlinked, whitewashed wooden rings arranged vertically against a plain background.
Deco 79 White Wood Chain Link
A rectangular wooden and glass display box with a hinged lid and a small round brass knob at the front.
Mango Wood & Glass Display Box with Lid

Three cream-colored ceramic vases of varying sizes with dotted vertical and horizontal line patterns are displayed against a white background.
Creative Co-Op White Stoneware Vases with Textured Black Polka Dots (Set of 3 Sizes)

6. Flameless Candles with Remote

The large picture window at our beach house with an amazing view of the ocean.

Shop – GenSwin Flameless LED Candles (Set of 5)

Designers use these in lanterns, bookshelves, and dining tables for safe, ambient lighting that feels high-end but turns on with a remote.

Five flameless LED candles of varying heights are displayed with clear glass covers, alongside a remote control featuring multiple timer and brightness settings.
Flameless LED Candles (Set of 5)
A bronze metal and glass lantern with a lit pillar candle inside and a handle on top.
13.8 inches Metal Lantern
Three white LED pillar candles with visible faux flames are displayed next to a remote control labeled "Venta" on a white surface.
Flickering Flameless Candles with Remote Control

7. Designer DIY Tools: Spray Paint + Rub ‘n Buff

DIY Mirror Lit by Candlelight

Shop – Rust-Oleum Matte Black Spray Paint

Shop – Rub ’n Buff Metallic Wax in Antique Gold

These two products give anything a designer makeover, from light fixtures to hardware to frames. An essential for budget-friendly updates.

A can of Rust-Oleum Painter’s Touch 2X Ultra Cover Paint + Primer spray in black, flat finish, suitable for wood, metal, plastic, and more, 12 oz size.
Rust-Oleum Matte Black Spray Paint
A tube of Rub 'n Buff Wax Metallic Finish in Antique Gold, 15 ml size, with product instructions and warnings on the packaging.
Rub ’n Buff Metallic Wax in Antique Gold
A can of Rust-Oleum Metallic spray paint in gold, labeled for indoor and outdoor use, with an image of a lantern and siding on the front.
Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Metallic Spray Paint

8. Furniture That Looks Custom

A modern living room features a white sofa, wooden coffee table, striped rug, fireplace with wall art above, wooden cabinet with a mirror, and a window with a view of buildings.

Shop – Rattan Console Table

Perfect for entryways, behind a sofa, or styled under art, this table is loved by designers for its natural tones, clean lines, and woven front detail, which are very Serena & Lily on a budget.

Shop – JACH 3-Seater Cloud Modular Sectional Couches

Yes, designers buy sofas on Amazon, especially for modern lines, performance fabric, and quick shipping. This one is a favorite for family rooms and smaller spaces. 

Shop – Poly & Bark Weave Wishbone Dining Chairs (Set of 2)

A classic. These Scandi-inspired chairs are versatile enough for kitchens, dining rooms, or home offices — and designers love pairing them with antique or modern tables.

A wooden console table with three drawers and a lower shelf, decorated with vases, books, a lamp, candles, and a bowl of lemons, stands against a beige wall with a round mirror above.
Rattan Console Table
A modern living room with a large beige sofa, two pendant lights, a dining area, and a wooden cabinet in the background.
JACH 3-Seater Cloud Modular Sectional Couches
A wooden chair with a curved backrest, V-shaped support, and a woven seat, shown against a plain white background.
Poly & Bark Weave Wishbone Dining Chairs (Set of 2)

9. Glass Jars & Pantry Styling Canisters

Pink tulips in a vintage compote, glass apothecary jars filled with red and purple striped straws, candys, pink, red and white felt hearts and valentine colored glitter tubes. Scrabble tiles spelling LOVE

Shop – Glass Apothecary Jars with Lids (Set of 3)

These add clean lines and organization to open shelving or styled countertops. Designers use them in bathrooms, pantries, and laundry rooms alike.

Clear glass jar with a textured diamond pattern and a round wooden lid featuring a small knob handle on top.
Creative Co-Op 3.5-Quart Cut Glass Jar with Acacia Wood Lid
Three empty clear glass apothecary jars with lids, each of a different shape and height, are displayed side by side on a white background.
Apothecary Jars with Lids Set of 3
Three glass jars with wooden lids, filled with rock sugar, coffee beans, and granulated sugar, are arranged in a row against a white background.
Decorative Glass Jars Canister

10. Table Setting Essentials (Designer Style)

A dining table set with amber glassware, candlesticks, woven placemats, a basket with greenery, and heart-shaped decorations, in a warmly lit room with a window and mirror.

Shop – Stone Lain Haven Stoneware 12-Piece Dinnerware Set

Beautifully matte and modern, this stoneware set is designer-approved. Great for everyday meals and even holiday tablescapes. 

Shop – LIFVER Marble Ceramic Coasters (Set of 6)

Perfect for elevating your drinkware game and protecting your surfaces in style. These coasters look amazing stacked next to a cocktail tray or as part of a tablescape. 

Shop – DII Variegated Tabletop Collection, Table Runner

This is a great layering piece. Designers love table runners for softening hard surfaces and adding seasonal color. This one comes in multiple muted shades.

Shop – Stainless Steel Gold Flatware Set (20 pcs)

Yes, gold flatware can be dishwasher-safe! This best-selling set adds a warm, modern twist to any table, without the price tag of boutique brands.

A set of beige ceramic dinnerware including plates and ribbed bowls, arranged in stacks on a white background.
Stone Lain Haven Stoneware 12-Piece Dinnerware Set
A stack of six round, marble-patterned coasters with beige and white tones, arranged neatly on top of each other.
LIFVER Marble Ceramic Coasters (Set of 6)
A cream-colored, woven table runner with a subtle textured pattern and fringe tassels at the end.
Five gold-colored utensils are arranged in a row: a salad fork, dinner fork, knife, soup spoon, and teaspoon, all with a matte finish and modern design.
Stainless Steel Gold Flatware Set
A set of six round, woven placemats is shown, with one placemat holding a plate of food, a fork, and a knife arranged beside it.
6 Pack, Round Woven Placemats
Six ribbed glass votive candle holders with a cylindrical shape, arranged in two rows of three on a white background.
12 oz Ribbed Amber Drinking Glasses Set of 6

11. Styling Books (Real + Faux)

Bedroom Makeover Lit Bookshelves

Shop – “Live Beautiful” by Athena Calderone

Shop – Faux Decorative Books (Set of 3, Neutral Covers)

Designers use books for height, layering, and interest, whether you’re styling a bookshelf, coffee table, or entry console. Real or faux, they bring that lived-in warmth to any space.

A modern, sunlit dining nook with two wooden chairs, a small table, plants, and large black-framed windows; "Live Beautiful" by Athena Calderone is displayed at the bottom.
“Live Beautiful” by Athena Calderone
Set of six classic novels with decorative spines: Mansfield Park, Pride and Prejudice, Northanger Abbey, Sense and Sensibility, Persuasion, and Emma. Ideal for vintage decor enthusiasts, these books are perfectly arranged in a row to add timeless charm.

Juniper Books Jane Austen Book Set

A stack of four hardcover books and two standing books, including titles on style, sculptures, and interior design, displayed against a plain background.
MONCUR HOME Decorative Coffee Table Books

Final Thoughts: Elevate Your Home, Designer Style

A bright beachside living room with white furniture, a large window showing a sea view, a spiral staircase outside, and coastal decor including a woven basket and wall art.

You don’t need a warehouse full of samples or a private showroom to bring designer flair into your home. With wise choices and a few curated Amazon finds, you can recreate the polished, warm, and welcoming spaces you love in magazines and on Instagram.

From layered lighting to beautiful tablescapes, these designer-loved finds are affordable, Prime-eligible, and ready to bring charm to your home now.

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  1. So the link for the lights above the artwork is for lights that need to be hardwired. I thought what you were talking about did not require hard wiring?

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