We’ve had requests for more window-shopping posts, so we kept the fun going with a stroll through World Market — and we took photos to share our finds. These store wanderings are just for fun: we browse, snap pictures of things that catch our eye, and report back. We’ve done big chains, small local shops, and random stops on road trips, and today it’s World Market.
Our visit began with pretty drinking glasses, which were the main reason we went in. We already owned a few green and blue glasses from a few years ago, but we didn’t have enough to fully set the table for larger gatherings. We picked up three more green and three more blue glasses so we’d have full place settings for guests.
At $2.99 each, these glasses compete with pricier options you might see at specialty kitchen stores, and they come in four colors: blue, green, purple, and clear. They’re a simple, affordable way to add color to the table.
We also liked a set of nested dishes priced at $7.99 for three. They coordinate without being overly matchy, so they’d be perfect for serving small snacks like nuts or candy — or packaged as a sweet hostess gift.
Butterfly-shaped bowls caught our eye too. They weren’t overly saccharine — no glitter or bubblegum pink — and had a slightly scientific, artful feel. A stack of these on open shelves would look charming, though we somehow resisted buying them this time.
Another neat idea: colorful bowls that coordinate without being identical. Instead of buying all turquoise or all yellow, mix a few different hues and stack them on an open shelf or inside a glass-front cabinet for a casual, collected look.
We also spotted butterfly mugs and ceramic travel-style coffee cups with reusable rubber lids and bands — a practical and attractive gift for a coffee lover.
Colorful tea kettles were $14.99 each and added a cheerful touch to the kitchen display.
Intricate cast iron trivets priced at $9.99 stood out for their bold colors and detailed patterns. They’d protect counters and tables from hot pans, and would also make an interesting grouped wall display, similar to hanging plates for visual interest.
A retro-inspired ceramic container ($9.99) felt charming and versatile — great for holding cookies or dry goods on the counter.
The $29.99 compost container had an old-school vibe and a charcoal filter would be a practical upgrade. We usually keep a simple white bowl for scraps before taking them outside, but this was a more polished option.
Magnetic spice containers made a fun display, especially the turquoise one in the middle of the stainless steel cluster — great for adding color to a kitchen while staying functional.
We also found an Orange Blossom cream soda that looked delicious and felt special — a nice alternative to common sodas for a small gathering. Update: we later learned this version is alcoholic, but it still looked tempting.
In the bath accessories area, turquoise and royal blue vessels — a soap dish and a container suitable for cotton balls or Q-tips — popped with color and seemed well priced.
A whimsical whale soap dish ($6.99) would add playful charm to a sophisticated bathroom — imagine it in a navy-walled bath for a grown-up nautical touch.
Grilling planks, while meant for barbecue, could work as a decorative platform in a bathroom under a glass dome to create a natural-looking cloche, or simply act as a rustic tray for soaps by the sink.
Glass knobs at $3.99 each would be an easy and affordable hardware update for a bathroom, kitchen, or laundry room — we used similar knobs in our own laundry room remodel.
A brightly colored giraffe hook ($9.99) would be perfect in a child’s room or a mudroom for hanging backpacks and jackets.
One DIY idea we liked: repaint an ornate frame, remove the glass, attach a piece of burlap, and screw small hooks into the backing to make a pretty jewelry holder. The mix of ornate frame and simple hooks makes a charming contrast.
Open-weave baskets caught our eye as attractive storage for toys, books, or magazines beside a sofa. They weren’t cheap — the largest was around $34 — but feel like pieces you’d keep and love for years.
A tin pendant lamp ($69.99) with a bronze exterior and bright turquoise interior offered great contrast and perforated cutouts that would cast lovely shadows. If you’re painting the inside of an existing pendant, be mindful that the bulb shouldn’t touch the paint and the fixture must allow heat to escape safely.
The item I loved most was a colorful curtain panel in red, blue, white, and brown — a bold pattern that felt perfect with summer patio colors or as an accent indoors. It was also available in an ochre, gray, charcoal, and white palette for a more muted option.
We also lingered over a rainbow of bold storage baskets — useful, colorful solutions for a linen closet or pantry. They’re the kind of organization pieces that make daily routines feel a little brighter.
Small colored containers would be fun for party favors or themed gifts. Even out of season, they could work as festive packaging for small holiday presents or stocking fillers.
They even had Adirondack chairs in-store, smaller than ours but attractively priced at $99 each — a classic outdoor piece to consider for a porch or patio.
That’s what we found on this World Market window-shopping trip. Have you been browsing stores lately? What items have caught your eye — whether practical kitchenware, playful bath accessories, or statement textiles?