Poundland's budget buys are strikingly similar to designer pieces
Poundland's budget buys are strikingly similar to designer pieces
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1/10 Designer doubles
Best known for its budget buys, high street store Poundland has released a new range of homewares – and they are strikingly similar to those offered by designer retailers, including Liberty and John Lewis.
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2/10 Cactus vase
Poundland: £1
John Lewis: £210
The Conran Shop: £65
Poundland's budget-friendly cactus vase is on-trend and a fun addition to your home, while John Lewis and The Conran Shop's versions add colour to your interiors – but at a designer price.
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3/10 Plant holder
Poundland (left): £1
Burgon and Ball (right): £14
This two-tone plant holder is ideal for a growing collection of indoor hanging plants and succulents. It's budget-friendly too. At a slightly pricier £14, Burgon and Ball's plant holder retains that two-tone look and is similar to the budget buy.
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4/10 Pink crockery
Poundland (left): £1 each
Le Creuset (right): £17
If you're looking to add a touch of the millennial to your homewares, this mug, teacup, saucer and plate are all in the colour of the season – millennial pink. Le Creuset's stoneware version keeps hot drinks hot for longer and is scratch resistant too.
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5/10 Wire baskets
Poundland (left): £1
Rose and Grey (middle): £16.50
Wayfair (right): £89.99 for two
The ideal storage basket for your living room, Poundland's wire basket is a bargain buy you'll definitely want to pick up. If you're looking for something more middle of the range, this stylish matt black basket from Rose and Grey is stackable too, while Wayfair's version, costing £89.99 for two baskets, is less affordable but still as handy.
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6/10 Polka dot crockery
Poundland (left): £1 each
Wayfair (right): £13.99
These monochrome mugs from Poundland are affordable and fun, while this four-piece mug set from Wayfair also comes with a striped option so you can mix and match your homewares.
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7/10 Zebra ornament
Poundland (left): £1
Liberty (right): £60
Add some animal print to your interiors with this zebra ornament from Poundland. Liberty's more expensive version is hand-painted, for a unique look.
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8/10 White crockery
Poundland (left): £1
David Mellor Design (right): £6-46
You can't beat a classic white crockery set for a clean look. Poundland's version is purse-friendly. David Mellor's range, at the higher end of the scale, is made using bone china.
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9/10 Ombre vase
Poundland (left): £1
Trouva (right): £79
Strikingly similar to its designer counterpart, this vase is on-trend and fun. Trouva's pricier burnt sienna flower vase has been crafted by a glassmaker who blows the melted glass into a mould to create a stunning effect.
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10/10 Gold rim wine glasses
Poundland (left): £1
Amara (right): £61 for a set of six
At just £1 it doesn't matter if you break a few of these Poundland glasses at a party. You'll want to be a little more careful with Amara's version, however, as they're more expensive to replace.
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Poundland isn’t somewhere we’d naturally think to go for interior design pieces, but the budget retailer's new range of homewares is causing a stir in the design world — as they're very similar to some much pricier items.
Best known for its budget buys, high street store Poundland has released a new range of interiors accessories that could be confused for some that cost almost eighty times as much.
Strikingly similar to other high street and designer retailers including Liberty and John Lewis, Poundland’s versions are a fraction of the price, at just £1 per piece, and there are some on-trend pieces you might want to snap up.
A cactus vase resembling one sold in both the Conran Shop and John Lewis is available at Poundland for less than your bus fare.
From the ombré vase that's a knockdown version of one priced at £79, to the gold rim wine glasses that look just like Amara’s £61 set, you’ll be able to collect them all.
The homewares include mugs in on-trend millennial pink, succulents and quirky vases in the shape of zebras, for the same value price.
"We understand shoppers are looking for great pieces that will give their homes a fresh, new look without breaking the bank," say Poundland.
"Money is tight for a lot of people, so simple home updates like a beautiful framed print or a quirky vase are the perfect solution."
"The range offers great quality finds at a fraction of the price of other retailers. There’s also a nod to some of the biggest homewares trends around for example, the Terrazzo and Botanicals trends, so customers can pick up great design ideas without the whopping price tag."
The budget shop promises to keep adding new lines throughout the year costing less than the price of a cup of tea.
But not everyone's convinced by Poundland's bargain basement approach to interior decorating.
Henrietta Klug, buying director at The Conran Shop, says it can be worth splurging on higher quality products for their lasting style.
"Though a bit of an investment, these pieces represent a mix of style, high-quality materials, creative vision and brilliant craftmanship that will add a luxurious feel to your home and last you a lifetime," she adds.
"A piece that features a unique design, is a first or special edition, or part of a very small collection will never lose value over time. These are true future collectibles."
So can you tell the difference between the Poundland homewares and the more expensive brands? Take a look through our gallery above to find out.
