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For expertly curated everyday luxuries and stylish home essentials, Bloomingdale’s is a design lover’s go-to shopping source.
Giving your space a fall refresh in the lead-up to the holidays is all about making small updates with big impact—so by the time guests arrive, they feel welcome, the household runs smoothly, and hosting is a breeze.
Whether prepping for visitors is a delight (friends coming to town!) or a chore (your in-laws are taking over again), we are firm believers that peak entertaining season is an excellent excuse to splurge on a few items you’ve been coveting. As in, maybe it’s finally time to treat yourself to that sleek coffee maker.
We’ll let you in on one of our favorite sources: Bloomingdale’s. The home and style destination carries an artful mix of homewares, covering everything from premium bedding to artisanal objects to chic kitchenware.
Below are our top design picks for making your guests feel right at home—while you can enjoy all the benefits for the rest of the year.
Bed & Bath
Slip Into a Dream State
The 165-year-old Italian brand Frette prides itself on quality materials and expert craftsmanship. This floral jacquard bedding (a Bloomingdale’s exclusive) is no exception, with a smooth cotton sateen backing that will have your visitors remarking how they had the best sleep ever.
Reinvigorate Your Bathing Routine
Heavy-weight and highly absorbent, these super-plush Turkish cotton towels turn shower time into a serene spa moment. Choose from satin stitching in charcoal, white, or champagne to differentiate between your and your guest’s towels—and everyone gets a little self-care upgrade.
Set the Scene for Sweet Slumber
Another Bloomingdale’s exclusive, this crisp cotton percale bedding from the family-owned heritage company Matouk features delicate chain link embroidery in dreamy blue shades. The vibe is five-star resort without trying too hard.
Living Room
Spotlight Artful Arrangements
For a low-effort, high-reward decor accent, display your fragrant florals or sculptural branches in this ceramic vase duo. The undulating forms and wabi sabi glaze add a bit of organic energy to your living space, no matter who is coming over.
Turn On Cocoon Mode
We might have found the perfect seasonless throw: cloud-like yet cozy, this aptly named piece is made with four layers of cotton voile that are dyed and washed for a laid-back, textured feel. Drape it over a sofa for snuggling up during movie hangouts with friends, or layer it over a bed for extra warmth on cooler nights.
Kitchen & Dining
Serve a Mesmerizing Meal
Design buffs, nota bene: During Gio Ponti’s tenure as artistic director at Ginori Manifattura, he created the Labirinto collection in 1926. The dinnerware’s striking, labyrinthine-like pattern in espresso, ecru, cream, and gold evokes the early days of art deco. A century later, we predict the Greek key-style motif will make a comeback—putting your quest for a trendy yet timeless tablescape on lock.
Make a Better Brew
No offense to basic black plastic coffee machines, but this stainless steel model wins on the design front. Built for ease and speed, it allows you to whip up your daily flat white in a snap, thanks to an integrated steam pipe with settings for different milk textures and temperatures. And those requests from guests for a latte macchiato or a cappuccino? You’ll handle them like a pro barista.
Upgrade Your Mornings
A new set of mugs often falls under the “need” vs “want” category. But this minimalist stoneware design, made in Portugal and available only at Bloomingdale’s, is the kind of object you’ll appreciate every morning: The clean lines and glossy finish work with any tableware (we love the full Lisboa collection as an everyday classic), and the generous coupe silhouette sits comfortably in your hand.
Dine In Style
No one puts together an effortlessly elegant table quite like the Italians, and Sferra’s colorful fine linens with a subtle hemstitch border elevate simple meals into something special. Mix and match the plethora of hues to suit different occasions, from casual weekday gatherings to festive dinner parties. (Hint: a set of napkins also makes a thoughtful hostess gift, next time you’re the one being invited over.)
