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“temporary” like posters tacked to walls. Good lighting is also important. Don’t leave bare bulbs hanging
for any longer than you have to, and invest in table lamps to create cozy surroundings as soon as you
can. Plants instantly make a place feel put together. As do candles (the Danes are really onto something
there). Scented options, such as my favourite Diptyque Figurine, give you both a welcoming glow and a
comforting, familiar scent instantly.
Mix and match
Try and mix it up a bit with furniture or home goods bought from a variety of stores, which will make it
feel like you’ve put your home together over time, rather than in a single trip to a blue and yellow
superstore. Urban Outfitters does good value, mid-century style furniture that looks spot on in an NYC
apartment, West Elm offers a similar aesthetic and is great for interesting and affordable lighting. If you
can afford a sofa from Room & Board in the US or John Lewis in the UK, it’ll look much better than a
generic Ikea option. Wayfair and Overstock also offers good-value options if you’re willing to wade
through the massive inventory. It can be worth it though.
Donating furniture is tricky
Donating unwanted goods is another way to declutter. Again, don’t assume that your timeline will work
for the organization you’re donating to. When I tried to donate my London sofa before moving to
America, I struggled to find a charity that could commit to picking it up in time, but the likes of British
Heart Foundation in London and Housing Works and the Salvation Army in New York organize pick-ups
for larger items if you plan ahead. Donating and selling are much better alternatives than, say, leaving
your stuff on the curb. But they take planning, so make sure you start the process early.
4.0 Tips to Keep In Mind While Moving To a New Place