Under $100: Best home buys for October

Drop the Needle

While I’ve always been an avid music lover, I’ve never owned a vinyl record and didn’t really have much reason to—until now. This portable turntable by Crosley Radio is just the right mix of old and new and can work as both functional music player and chic decorative piece. It has built-in bluetooth capability, comes in bright, fun colours and it all folds up into a cute vintage-looking briefcase. Sounds like music to my ears. —Murissa Barrington, digital assistant

Crosley Radio Cruiser deluxe turntable, $95, nordstrom.com.

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Lovely Linen

While not cheap, I love these linen curtains. They’re handmade, hang beautifully and because they’re linen you can embrace the wrinkles and never iron them. Plus, you can customize the colour, length and the fastenings. Basically, these are the linen drapes of your dreams. —Alexandra Donaldson, fashion & beauty editor

Small Check Linen Drape, $82, etsy.com/notperfectlinen.

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It's Lit

I love the mood that block candles give to a space so I try my best every fall to fill my apartment with as many candles as possible. To display them, I like to use lanterns like this to add style and ambience. —Linda Cotrina, web producer

Large Gilded Lantern, $48 USD, anthropologie.com.

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Dish It

My current dishware is the same stuff I had when I first moved out of my parent’s house and they graciously let me take their old plates when they bought new ones. Basically, it’s time for a change. This simple white-with-a-twist option is calling to me, and though buying everything in the set will definitely set me over $100, they are affordably priced singles if you’re looking for a small set. —AD

Deep Stoneware Plate, $15, hm.com.

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A Good Cuppa

I don't need any more mugs (I currently have five just sitting at my desk) but I couldn’t resist when I came across this monogrammed tile-work inspired mug. It’s trendy enough to use as pen holder or for a nice cup of tea. —LC

Tiled Margot Monogram Mug, $10 USD, anthropologie.com.

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Picture This

Are you tired of the same old picture frames? Same, which is why I’m looking forward to making my favourite photos glow thanks to Umbra’s latest picture frame. The GLO combines lighting technology and the classic picture frame to create a truly unique and stunning display. —LC

GLO Brass Frame 5x7, $30, umbra.com.

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Pillow Talk

I really should stop buying throw pillows but I can’t stop finding more that I love. I mean, look at this cushion from H&M. I love the simplicity of the black and white design and the silhouette of the woman reminds me of something you’d more typically find on a painting rather than on a pillow. Plus, since it’s only a cushion cover, I can simply put it over a cushion I already have instead of feeling guilty about buying yet another cushion. —MB

Canvas cushion cover, $13, hm.com/ca. 

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Stay Warm

The fall marks the beginning of the season of cozy. I’m planning on keeping that cozy feeling alive throughout with this boho fleece blanket. It’ll add plenty of style draped over an accent chair or plenty of warmth and cozy wrapped around your body. —LC

Amped Fleece Fringe Trim Throw Blanket, $64, urbanoutfitters.com.

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