Forget Kmart: The Reject Shop sends fans wild over new homewares range - including a sell-out 'dupe' of designer brand
The range includes an eye-catching set of 'cabbage' kitchen pieces that many believe are perfect dupes for the luxury Portuguese brand Bordallo Pinheiro.
The floral-heavy collection has been spotted in stores across Australia, with prices starting from as little as $4.
From daisy-shaped hand-painted plates to printed jugs, pastel trays, and teacup-and-saucer sets in cheerful shades of pink, yellow, and red for just $10, the range is fast becoming a favourite among those wanting to add charm to their homes - without the designer price tag.
But it's the cabbage-inspired collection that's truly sent shoppers into a spin.
The Reject Shop is now selling a full line-up of cabbage-style plates, mugs, bowls, cannisters, cups and measuring spoons - in both pink and green - that bear a striking resemblance to the iconic ceramic pieces designed by Bordallo Pinheiro.
The original Pinheiro range is considered a collector's item in many households, but it doesn't come cheap: a single teapot can cost $261, while a single bowl retails for $129 and a four-piece cereal bowl set clocks in at $309.
'It's giving dinner party on a budget - but still luxe,' one fan commented online, after spotting the pink cabbage mugs in-store.
The range includes an eye-catching set of 'cabbage' kitchen pieces that many believe are perfect dupes for the luxury Portuguese brand Bordallo Pinheiro
'These are adorable. I'm doing a garden brunch theme and these are perfect,' said another.
The cabbage design has long been beloved for its playful yet elegant aesthetic - a blend of nostalgia, European charm, and old-world craftsmanship.
The leafy, organic shape adds visual interest to any setting and brings a pop of colour to neutral tables.
Whether you mix and match the cabbage plates with the daisy dishes, or go all out with a monochrome set in blush pink, the effect is whimsical and high-end - with none of the guilt.
Experts say it's part of a growing movement of Australians embracing budget-friendly hosting as cost-of-living pressures bite, but the desire for curated, beautiful moments hasn't gone away.
'More people want to stay in and entertain at home,' a shopper told FEMAIL.
'But we still want it to look good for guests - this lets you set a pretty table without spending hundreds.'
The Reject Shop's latest launch is also deeply 'Instagrammable', with many flocking to TikTok and Facebook to share their finds.
Several items - particularly the cabbage bowls and floral teacups - are already reportedly selling out in select stores.
With rising interest in home entertaining, nostalgic design, and affordable luxury, this drop is likely to be one of the chain's biggest hits of the season.
Whether you're a cottagecore enthusiast or just want a $10 cup that feels like a $100 one - you might want to head in-store before it's all gone.
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