Shoppers are obsessed with these 10 supermarket furniture pieces that look just like very expensive brands - including bargain Tesco find
If you're planning to give your home a luxury refresh, gone are the days of lusting after designer furniture - as there are now affordable options that don't sacrifice style.
Expensive taste doesn't have to come with an equally hefty budget, especially when Britain's humble supermarkets hide a treasure trove of trendy home pieces at a fraction of the cost.
From sleek side tables to elegant lighting, many of these budget buys are inspired by high-end designer pieces.
They're perfect for elevating your space without splashing too much cash, whether you're sprucing up a tired corner or giving an entire room a new lease on life.
Shoppers went wild for the viral Tesco F&F 3 in 1 ottoman chair after it came back into stock after a year.
Content creators were excitedly telling fellow 'girlies' to 'run not walk' to the popular supermarket to be in with a chance of taking one home.
The stool has returned in both cream and a new brown colour, with both retailing for £35 with a Tesco Clubcard.
With new collections and bargain deals popping up at brands like Sainsburys' Habitat, Asda's George, H&M Home, M&S and John Lewis, there's always a fresh steal to be found.
Here's our pick of the best supermarket furniture dupes that look far more high-end than their price tags suggest.
F&F Home 3 in 1 Ottoman Storage Chair
Shoppers have been going wild since F&F launched their stylish 3 in 1 Ottoman Storage Chair last August.
Available in cream and now in a new brown colour, it can be used for storage, as a footstool or as a seat with a backrest.
Now's the time to open a Tesco Clubcard if you haven't already so you can snap one up for the exclusive price of £35.
£35 Shop
Habitat Rattan Two-Seater Sofa
Summer might be coming to a close, but that doesn't mean summer style has to slip away too.
If you have an outdoor space, you can enjoy it all year round with a lush wicker love seat.
Dropping more than $3,000 (£2,234) on an outdoor seat like the Charlotte bench from American designer Varnish Collections might seem a bit excessive, but Sainsbury's has an alternative.
Habitat's Koba Rattan 2 Seater Sofa is not only a perfect dupe of the designer chair, but it's also on clearance for just £135.
H&M Marble Side Table
London's Soho Home is the epitome of opulence that many interior design enthusiasts obsess over.
The label, inspired by pieces featured in the exclusive Soho House members' club venues, has a stunning marble collection that may seem out of reach to the average Brit.
However, H&M has taken a leaf out of Soho Home's style book with its uber chic marble side table.
You can get the lavish look for just £99.99 in light grey or beige marble that gives the London designer label's £995 Tisbury table a run for its money.
Sainsbury's Wavy Wall Mirror
Waves and curves have been all the rage among interior designers in recent years as an antithesis of the straight lines and harsh edges that dominated homes in the 2000s and 2010s.
Mirrors are a great way to incorporate the trend into any room while making your space feel bigger.
While Anthrpologie's wiggle wood Wall mirror is the perfect solution, its £398 price tag is less than ideal.
Shoppers can get their hands on a near-identical buy with a sleek wood finish, thanks to Habitat, for only £80.
Habitat Solid Ash Wavy Wall Mirror - 75x55cm £80
George at ASDA Round Ribbed Borg Storage Stool
Ultra-trendy and quirky homewares collective Rockett St George has funky yet timeless pieces; however, the price point isn't always budget-friendly.
If you've been eyeing up the label's simple Curved Cream Snug Footstool, fret not, because you can get the same style for a fraction of the cost.
Rather than forking out £125 for the designer version, try Asda's George Round Ribbed Borg Storage Stool for just £35.
Its neutral cream colour means it will fit in with almost any colour scheme or interior style.
Even better, the Asda version features storage inside, meaning it's not only a footstool that doubles as a side table but also a place to hide away all the bits and bobs that end up on the living room floor, like throws and remotes.
Meanwhile, Dunelm's footstool is also flying off the shelves - and with good reason too.
Wrapped in a luxurious sherpa fabric, this features built in storage and triples up as a footrest, extra seating, and a handy storage solution for items like blankets and magazines.
Best of all it comes readily assembled and in three stunning colours - magenta, olive and ivory.
Grab yours at Dunelm for £59.
George at Asda Cream Round Ribbed Borg Storage Stool £35 Shop
Dunelm Murray Sherpa Storage Footstool £59 Shop
M&S Accent Armchair
If you're feeling brave, adding a bold splash of colour to your home can give a room that wow-factor.
Rockett St George's highly coveted Edie velvet armchair comes in a vibrant magenta pink, but it's an eye-watering £435.
Enter M&S with Edie's twin, Evie. The accent chair is only £299, and its art deco design and eye-popping pink colour will have guests impressed.
Shoppers have been raving about the eccentric occasion chair, giving it five-star reviews for its quality and comfort.
M&S Evie Accent Armchair £299 Shop
Habitat Zela Glass Four-Seater Dining Table
Incorporating mid-century modern furniture into your home is the perfect way to make any space timelessly chic.
Habitat's round glass table with a geometric walnut-wood base will be an eye-catching feature in your dining area.
Guests will never know the Zela glass table only set you back £195, as there are many similar styles that can retail for upwards of £900.
The low price tag leaves plenty of room in the budget to find four dining chairs to go along with it - thanks to the table's versatile design, you can find seats in a range of shapes and sizes that will match.
Habitat Zela Glass 4 Seater Dining Table - Walnut £195 Shop
The Merge Cabinet, from Byflou.com, can be bought for £1,145 - not including the £250 shipping fee
H&M Home Black Rattan Cabinet
Finding storage solutions that are as practical as they are stylish can be a tricky mission.
H&M Home's rattan cabinet comes in both a moody black or a boho beige with two doors, shelving and a compact design.
Its narrow dimensions and simplistic style mean it can add charm to an empty corner or sing as a standout feature in an entryway or living room.
The £299.99 price is an absolute steal considering similar versions, like the Merge Cabinet from Byflou.com, can be bought for £1,145 - not including the £250 shipping fee.
H&M Home Rattan Cabinet £299.99 Shop
Tesco F&F Home Natural Geo Berber Runner
When styling a home, it's important not to forget about textures - think rugs, pillows, curtains and throws.
A runner can provide some much-needed softness under your feet and is perfect for hallways and thoroughfares.
Boho styles complement wooden flooring beautifully and F&F's Home Natural Geo Berber Runner is the perfect example.
The £25 Tesco rug emulates higher-end versions like Benuta's Nest Benno Runner for £119 with its earthy tones and geometric diamond print.
The Lighting Company's stunning Toulouse gold floor lamp (pictured) is £285, but you and spend even less on George's £40 Gold-Tone Mushroom Stick Floor Lamp
George Mushroom Floor Lamp
Overhead lighting is a much-debated topic in the interior world, with many style lovers favouring lamps and low-level illumination over ceiling lights.
Table and floor lamps offer ambience and cosiness to a room, and opting for gold styles adds a touch of high-end charm.
Dome-shaped lamps are popular for their timelessly modern feel, but finding one for less can be a challenge.
The Lighting Company's stunning Toulouse gold floor lamp is £285, but you and spend even less on George's £40 Gold-Tone Mushroom Stick Floor Lamp.
George at Asda Gold-Tone Mushroom Stick Floor Lamp £40 Shop
John Lewis Spindle Desk
If you work remotely and spend most days at home, you'll want to ensure your space is somewhere you love to be.
Office furniture doesn't need to be drab or prioritise function over form, and John Lewis' playfully orange spindle desk proves it.
The simple and fun writing desk perfectly emulates designer styles that are reminiscent of the 1960s and 1970s.
Expensive brand Mangomood has an orange mid-century modern study desk for £620, but you can get your hands on John Lewis' AnyDay Spindle Desk for £199.
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