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Shop Tiffany Reid’s Favorite Home Decor Finds For A Stylish Friendsgiving Celebration

by Erin Cunningham

November 2, 2022

According to Tiffany Reid, at the core of a successful Friendsgiving are two simple things: easy yet stunning decor, and photo-worthy recipe ideas. In a recent shopping livestream with Walmart, Bustle’s Senior Vice President of Fashion showed us how to do Friendsgiving for less using the retailer’s groceries and decor — as well as her tried-and-true principles.

Reid knows that the best parties are the ones that feel interactive. That’s why she suggests hosting a casual and cozy potluck dinner where guests can sit on the couch or floor and really feel at home. Just add stylish blankets, pillows, and poufs, and your studio apartment suddenly feels like the ultimate hang-out zone. Add in a trending mocktail and a dessert activity (think: festive caramel apple decorating, or creating custom pie trifle cups) and you’ll give Friendsgiving the modern makeover it deserves.

From a gilded bar cart perfect for showing off fresh ingredients (and even fresher glassware) to plates that strike the right balance between classic and festive, shop Reid’s Walmart picks for holiday hosting below.

Nicola Metal Bar Cart

Better Homes & Gardens

The best parties should feel like a Great Gatsby-esque bash, and this metal bar cart brings that feeling home. A mix of metal and glass adds visual dimension, while its sturdy, open design is functional enough to hold bottles, glassware, and any other cocktail accouterments.

Cachet Clear Stemless Wine Glass

Sometimes, you just need to stock up on the essentials. Before hosting, take stock of your glassware. If you find it's subpar, this 12-piece set of tumblers is simple, stylish, and affordable.

Happy Friendsgiving Banners, 3 Count

Creative Converting

Your friends have been to your apartment tons of times, so you want this evening to feel special. A glitter banner that spells it all out adds to the ambiance and also makes for a sweet photo opp.

Giving Thanks Friendsgiving Napkins

Creative Converting

The holidays are an ideal time to lean into a little kitsch. While solid orange or burgundy napkins might do the trick, pumpkin-printed ones add a more playful element to your dinner table.

18" x 18" Red Cotton Throw Pillow

Gatherings with friends are most fun when they feel casual. Pre- or post-dinner (or during, if you're adventurous), toss a bunch of colorful throw pillows on the floor to create a more laid-back lounge vibe. With music playing and drinks aplenty, your guests will feel right at home.

Unscented Pillar Candles, 3-Pack

Some people prefer to lean into the expected with holiday candles. Think: colored wax in shades of red and evergreen. If you would rather go more subtle and elegant, opt for white pillar candles that’ll help set the mood, but will also work year-round.

Persian Faux Fur Area Rug

Better Homes & Gardens

Remember what we said about encouraging your party to take place on the floor? That all starts with a comfortable area rug, like this faux fur option with an intricate design in muted tones. It's the ideal foundation for any room.

Clear Glass Café 4-Piece Mug Set

Whether you're serving coffee, tea, or hot chocolate, any warm beverage will look better poured into an minimalist clear glass mug. Chic in design, they're also insanely functional — you can toss them in the dishwasher with no problem.

Square Dinner Plates

Better Homes & Gardens

Neutral dinnerware will allow you to really have fun with the rest of your tablescape. Add colorful glassware! Add printed napkins! Add a DIY centerpiece crafted from gourds and other seasonal items! These square-shaped dinner plates will get the job done (eating) without distracting from all your hard work (decorating).

Flea Market Solid 9-Ounce Ramekins

The Pioneer Woman

Ramekins might be meant for petite desserts — but they can actually get a lot of mileage. Fill them with dip for appetizers, or with olives on your bar cart to top off martinis. This is the type of servingware you want to buy in bulk (trust).

Deluxe 4.5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer

Without a fail, it's not until Thanksgiving rolls around that you realize you don't have a mixer in your apartment. Skip this year's panic and finally splurge on a classic KitchenAid stand mixer. It'‘ll look sleek sitting on your countertop and can handle all the cookies and brownies coming its way.

7-Quart Manual Slow Cooker

You won’t regret this purchase when you’re able to spend more time with your guests and less time standing over the stove. With a Crock-Pot, you’ll be able to toss your ingredients in before your friends arrive, complete your other chores, and enjoy cheers’ing with your besties, all while dinner cooks.

5 Round Cookie Cutters

Way to Celebrate

Use these to prep goodies for guests — or make them part of a Great Friendsgiving Bakeoff! Invite your friends to each bring a family-favorite cookie recipe, buy ingredients in bulk, and have all the tools on-hand to build batches of each person's go-to treat.