We’re keeping up with requests for more window-shopping posts, so we popped into World Market and brought you along. These outings are simple and fun: we wander a store (big chains, small local shops, and quirky finds from road trips), take photos of what catches our eye, and share them — no sponsorships, just good old retail wandering. Ready to stroll through World Market with us?
Our visit started with the pretty drinking glasses that were the excuse for the trip. We’d previously picked up a few green and blue ones a few years back but didn’t have enough to set a larger table, so we added three more green and three more blue to the collection.
At $2.99 each they’re a steal compared with some pricier options from places like Sur La Table or Anthropologie, and they come in four colors: blue, green, purple, and clear.
We also loved a set of three nested dishes priced at $7.99. They look coordinated without being overly matched, and would be perfect for snacks like candy or nuts — or as a thoughtful hostess gift.
There were butterfly bowls that felt whimsical without being too saccharine — no glitter or bubble-gum pink — so they read a bit more modern-scientific than twee. I imagined a stack of them on open shelves, but somehow walked out without buying any.
Colorful bowls caught our eye, too: coordinated yet not matchy-matchy. Mixing a few different shades and stacking them on an open shelf or in a glass-front cabinet would create a cheerful display — like the stack pictured on the right.
There were butterfly mugs and ceramic travel cups with reusable rubber lids and bands. One of these would make a sweet gift for someone who loves coffee on the go.
Colorful tea kettles were $14.99 and added a playful touch to the kitchen display.
The $9.99 cast iron trivets looked intricate and bold. They’d protect surfaces from hot dishes and would also be striking grouped as wall decor, similar to how plates can create graphic interest when hung together.
I was charmed by a $9.99 ceramic container with a retro vibe — ideal on a countertop for cookies, flour, or other staples.
A classic-style compost container for $29.99 would be a nice upgrade from a temporary bowl for kitchen scraps, especially if it included a charcoal filter to control odors.
Magnetic spice containers looked fun, especially the turquoise one amid the stainless-steel cluster — a small way to inject color into a kitchen.
Off the decor path a bit, an Orange Blossom cream soda caught our attention — a special bottle that feels more festive than a standard six-pack. Update: it turns out this one is alcoholic, so note that before you buy, but it still looks delicious.
Turquoise and royal-blue bathroom vessels — a soap dish and a container for cotton balls or Q-tips — were very pretty and seemed fairly priced.
A playful whale soap dish for $6.99 could add unexpected whimsy to a grown-up bathroom — think navy walls and nautical hints for a lighthearted touch.
Grilling planks were displayed for BBQ use, but they’d also make a nice natural base under a glass cloche in a bathroom or as a simple tray for soap and hand lotions.
Glass knobs priced at $3.99 would make charming new hardware for a bathroom, kitchen, or laundry room — similar to knobs we used in our laundry room last year.
A bright giraffe hook at $9.99 would be adorable in a kid’s room or mudroom for holding backpacks and jackets.
One simple DIY idea we spotted: paint an ornate frame, remove the glass, add a burlap backing, and screw in small hooks to create a pretty jewelry holder. The contrast of an ornate frame with simple hooks felt especially appealing.
Open-weave baskets felt like versatile storage for toys, books, or magazines next to a sofa. They weren’t cheap — the largest was about $34 — but they have a timeless quality that makes them worth the investment.
A tin pendant at $69.99 had a bronze exterior and a cheerful turquoise interior; the cutouts promised pretty patterned light on the walls. It also sparked a DIY thought: paint the inside of an existing pendant to add a color pop, being careful to keep the bulb from touching painted surfaces and to ensure proper ventilation.
The item I loved most was a vibrant curtain panel — red, blue, white, and brown — which I couldn’t resist. It felt timely, especially since we’ve been enjoying red patio chairs alongside blue hydrangeas lately.
They also offered the same pattern in ochre, gray, charcoal, and white — another striking option.
Their display of bold storage baskets in nearly every color is always tempting. I often imagine a future linen closet lined with these bright baskets — someday.
A set of colorful containers also seemed perfect for party favors — pick a color that matches your theme and fill them with treats. The red ones would be cute for small holiday gifts arranged on a mantel or slipped into stockings.
They even had adirondack chairs. We’re fans — these white and blue versions were slightly smaller than ours and priced at $99 each, a pretty tempting deal.
That’s what we found on our whirlwind World Market trip. Have you been window-shopping lately? What caught your eye, and which of these finds would you pick?