We Gave 2 Designers $25 — Here’s What They Bought from Five Below

Whether you’re familiar with its inventory from scrolling TikTok or you’ve actually set foot in a brick-and-mortar store, it’s no secret Five Below stocks some seriously cute home decor — particularly when it comes to accessories like faux plants, trays, and even textiles. But would an interior designer shop there? Turns out the answer is yes, and the pros are just as good as (if not better than) the average person at unearthing stylish Five Below gems and figuring out how to use them to their decorative advantage.

That’s why I tapped two of my favorite maximalist-minded interior designers to shop the site, which tends to skew a little youthful and bold in terms of its aesthetic. With a budget of just $25 each, here’s what two top designers would bring home from Five Below and how they’d style every piece. You just may be surprised just how far $25 can go.