We’ve heard your requests for more window-shopping posts, so while preparing for our book tour in November we decided to make a point of visiting some local boutiques and shops. Before we even left town, though, Target surprised us with a fresh assortment of decor and gift-ready finds worth sharing. These are casual, unpaid snapshots of things that caught our eye—just a fun stroll through the store to spot interesting Target finds for home decor, holiday styling, and gift ideas. Ready to see what’s new?
The first items that stopped me were these green glass vases. Their rustic, slightly embossed finish gives them a modern-industrial vibe that would work beautifully for holiday decor on a mantel or as part of a tabletop centerpiece.
Target seems to be leaning into gilded accents right now—gold mirrors, vases, cups, and trays are everywhere. The metallic trend is perfect for festive decorating around Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s, and these pieces make layering textures and finishes easy.
I couldn’t resist photographing this cheeky frame. It made me laugh and felt like it was practically asking for a photo of our dog—small, playful decor items like this add personality to any shelf or gallery wall.
This $24.99 pillow was part of Target’s end-cap collection (The Shops At Target). The mix of wood-grain print and glitzy gold feels very sophisticated—imagine a pair of these on a charcoal velvet sofa for a dramatic, editorial look.
Gold continued in the lighting department. These sculptural $44 lamps have a three-dimensional, artful silhouette that would add instant interest to a console or side table. They’re also easy to personalize with a spray paint finish if you want a pop of color for a nursery or a bold accent in a living room.
Lamp appreciation continued—these stood out as pieces I would’ve loved to take home. With the holidays in mind, I was tempted to buy the lamps and the green vases, but since I didn’t have a designated spot, I took photos instead so I could share them with you.
I also spotted a ceramic dog figurine next to a sign that felt very “us.” It was already sold out, which was a bummer—but if it comes back, it would make a quirky, character-filled shelf accessory.
Another end-cap from The Shops At Target featured a cohesive collection we actually bought from on an earlier trip. Small, curated collections like these make it easy to pull together a styled vignette without hunting for matching pieces across multiple stores.
Case in point: John fell for a USA-shaped cutting board from that collection. We scooped it up not as a utilitarian piece but as a decorative prop for a little project we’re planning—stay tuned for how we put it to use.
This $49 full/queen duvet caught my eye with a fresh, summery pattern that could easily transition into cooler months. Layer it with white faux fur pillows and a deep chocolate or charcoal throw at the foot of the bed for a cozy, year-round look.
Quirky kitchen finds made the cut too—a chunky, knitted pot holder felt unexpectedly charming. It would make a sweet hostess gift paired with a jar of preserves or some specialty baking ingredients.
There was also bedding by Patch NYC at another Shops By Target end-cap. The moody, graphic patterns felt modern and fun—especially a striped sheet set that would pair nicely with textured throws and neutral tones.
Clearance wins included $5 woven baskets—versatile storage solutions for a mudroom, pantry, or bathroom closet. Affordable organization pieces like these are always useful and pretty to boot.
A small notebook with an arrow motif made me wonder if arrows could be the next design trend over chevron. It’s a simple pattern that feels contemporary yet timeless.
The rugs were a standout for me. Priced around $129 in larger sizes, the modern, Aztec-inspired designs are bold and graphic, while the nubbier neutral options felt luxe—think affordable alternatives to textured rugs you’d see at higher-end stores.
In the neutral rug lineup there were also soft, tufted charcoals and earthy tans—good options if you want texture without a strong pattern.
On the lighter side of things, I laughed at a cheeky costume kit labeled for a “vampiress.” It’s a tiny, playful set—choker, small hat, and novelty glasses—that would make for an easy, low-effort Halloween costume or gag gift.
Method soap in Orla Kiely packaging remains one of those small, beautiful everyday items. The pretty bottles make great stocking stuffers or hostess gifts—functional, affordable, and attractive.
Finally, colorful boys’ shirts on display had me daydreaming about mixing unexpected pieces—like pairing a bright button-up with a tulle skirt for a playful kids’ outfit. Small styling ideas like that are easy to borrow for holiday photos or everyday dressing.
That’s a wrap on our recent Target window-shopping trip. What have you been spotting on your own shopping trips lately? Any favorites from the pieces above that you’d bring home?
Psst—just a reminder: we weren’t paid or perked for this post; we simply enjoy taking you along on these little shopping adventures.