25 Home Splurges You Should've Bought Years Ago

This gorgeous West Elm Marble & Brass Cheese Board ($40, originally $50) is such a thoughtful, affordable present. It makes for a great host gift, and is something the recipient might not actually buy for themselves, but would definitely use.

Get this popular Our Place Always Pan ($108, originally $145) for the person who loves to cook. It really is the pan that does everything. The nonstick pan is a fry pan, sautee pan, steamer, skillet, saucier, and saucepan all in one. You can read our review of the Our Place Always Pan.

These Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Marled Stripe Blanket ($75, originally $130) are beloved for a reason. They're insanely cozy, and make for a great gift. We haven't seen the striped style, so we love that it's more unexpected, and you'll want to be swathed in the material.

Your life will get so much more seamless thanks to this Nest Learning Thermostat ($219, originally $249). It can reduce your heating and cooling bills by up to 15 percent, plus it knows your preferred temperature settings and can even detect carbon monoxide.

Once you've slept in a set of boutique hotel-quality sheets, it's really hard to go back to anything subpar. The secret to buying luxury sheets for less is knowing where to shop. Parachute, an online luxury bedding company, offers 100 percent long-staple Egyptian cotton sheets at unbeatable prices. The sateen sheet sets ($169-$189) have a subtle sheen and silkiness that looks just as good as it feels. You can read our guide to the best Parachute sheets.

The wellness warrior will love this Omega J8006 Nutrition Center Masticating Dual-Stage Juicer ($300-$398). They can drink their celery juice every single morning! Plus, they can also crush nuts to make nut butter, mince herbs and garlic, grind coffee, extrude pasta, and more!

Home cooks will love having this Click & Grow Smart Garden 9 Self Watering Indoor Garden ($200). It produces fresh produce all year long, regardless of weather. When buying this product, you also get three basil plants, three mini tomato plants, and three green lettuce plants.

Forget splurging on a luxury candle and invest in an essential oil diffuser disguised as a chic home accessory instead. Safe, natural, and surprisingly effective, this Vitruvi Stone Diffuser ($119) combines sleek Japanese design with premium essential oils. Experiment with creating your own custom blends; it's so much fun!

If you don't have this KitchenAid Artisan Tilt-Head Stand Mixer ($379), what are you waiting for? This machine truly does it all, and baking just got so much easier. It comes with a bunch of attachments, including a dough hook, flat beater, six-wire whisk, and more.

Minted is known for having an incredible variety of affordable art prints, but it's also a great resource for acquiring original art commissioned by artists. Consider transforming an old family recipe or wedding vows into elegant foil press art, having a custom silhouette created, or having a favorite photo translated into an original piece of artwork. Check out their commissioned art options (starting at $75) for the ultimate gift or personal splurge!

Beef up your home security with this sleek, sophisticated Nest Hello Video Doorbell ($140, originally $170). If you're expecting a delivery or just want to check in on your home, now you can. It has built in Alexa greetings, so you can talk to a delivery person or someone at your door even when you're not home.

The keyword for buying flameless candles that capture the warmth and authenticity of the real deal is "premium." While you'll spend more upfront on these Pottery Barn Premium Flameless Wax Pillar Candles ($50-$99), the real wax, motion flame with flickering light, and soft glow of the pillar make all the difference in mimicking real, fire-lit candles. Any candle-lover will appreciate the automatic timers and the thought of never having to replace candles or clean up wax spills, not to mention eliminating a fire hazard.

The Bose SoundLink Revolve Plus II Portable Bluetooth Speaker ($330) is sleek and sophisticated. You'll be able to hear your favorite music loud and clear, and plus, it's portable, so you can move it to any room in the house or even take it outside!

Besides being adorable, this Smeg '50s Retro Style Electric Kettle ($150) will make your life so much easier. Have hot tea in less than a minute! It also has an integrated water filter, which is such a brilliant design choice.

Perfect for anyone with a small linen closet, these Coyuchi Organic Turkish Cotton Towels ($12-$168) are surprisingly absorbent and dry much faster than traditional towels. Aside from lending a beautiful, spa-like feel to any bathroom, they can easily be tucked into drawers and baskets for easy storage.

This Le Creuset French Oven ($290-$750) is a classic among chefs and home cooks, thanks to incredible heat retention and a porcelain coating that holds up against acid, odors, and stains. It's the ultimate piece of cookware for whipping up everything from soups to casseroles and works just as well on the stove as it does in the oven, making it incredibly versatile.

Nothing makes you feel more grown than having a legit set of matching wine glasses. For the wine-lover who also loves to entertain, this set of Riedel O Merlot Stemless Wine Glasses ($52) is the perfect gift. Made from high-quality crystal, the modern shape is designed to enhance flavor, and best of all, survive the dishwasher.

Coffee elitists know that waiting for a perfect cup of pour-over coffee is worth the tedious process. The iconic Chemex Pour-Over Glass Handle Coffee Maker ($45) has been a cult favorite for over 40 years, delivering strong coffee without a trace of bitterness or sediment. The only draw back? Having the patience to slowly pour a kettle of boiling water while the coffee brews and drips. The Chemex Automatic Coffeemaker ($350), however, delivers the same quality on its own in minutes!

While blankets come in a range of prices, investing in a thick, soft, and well-made faux fur blanket that will keep you warm and your sofa or bed stylish is well worth it. This Pottery Barn Faux Fur Ruched Throw ($179) is a dream to snuggle with and adds a luxe winter vibe to any room.

If you want a really special gift, this Diptyque Baies/Berries Large Scented Candle ($40-$400) is it. There are a bunch of different sizes to choose from, so whether you want a stocking stuffer or a giant present, this is a great gift. It will give any room the sweetest scent of roses and blackcurrant leaves.

The minimal design of this Stagg EKG Electric Pour Over Kettle ($165-$195) is perfect for their countertop, and it comes in so many different colors. Enjoy a hot cup of tea anytime, anywhere. You can read our review of the Stagg EKG Electric Pour Over Kettle.

No one will refuse this Jenni Kayne Alpaca Basketweave Pillow ($195) in every shade. It's so cozy and chic; there's nothing not to love! This is one of those pillows they'll want to cuddle up with, because the material is as luxurious and soft as it gets.

Keep all your wine cold and crisp long after it's out of the fridge with this Vinglace Wine Chiller ($90). It's such a brilliant host gift, and one you'll use all the time. It comes in a bunch of different colors, so you can gift a different one to each friend.

We're kind of obsessed with these pretty white Tory Burch Set of 4 Lettuce Ware Salad Plates ($158). The brand has got a whole collection of lettuce-inspired plates and glasses, and they're surprisingly chic. Plus, salad plates are a great gift because most people don't think to buy them.

This Scrabble, Monopoly, and Clue Vintage Board Game Bookshelf Collection ($110, originally $120) looks so elevated, and contains three of the classic games they'll love. It's a gift that they'll be happy to display in the house, and they'll also actually get use out of them.