Dollar Tree Has Alanis Morissette-Style Decor Finds ‘You Oughta Know’ About—For $5 or Less!
From rocker-chic touches to serene, spiritual flourishes, these finds capture the 7-time Grammy winner's many moods
Key Takeaways
AI-generated summary reviewed by our editorial team.- Alanis Morissette’s new holiday album brings a cozy, playful side to her aesthetic.
- Bring the singer’s bohemian, globally inspired aesthetic home with Dollar Tree finds.
- Shop lanterns, Buddha incense burners and bohemian accents for $5 or less.
Want to bring a little Alanis Morissette-inspired edge, bohemian flair and rock-star personality into your home? You don’t have to spend big to get the look—Dollar Tree has plenty of budget-friendly finds to help you pull it off!
When Alanis Morissette stormed up the charts with “You Oughta Know” in 1995, it was hard to ignore the Canadian singer and her bold, unique style. That lead single from her album Jagged Little Pill showcased the artist’s edgy, fiery, take-no-B.S. side, which earned her a reputation as the Queen of Alt-Rock Angst by Rolling Stone.
With each new single and album throughout her career, Morissette has revealed different elements of her personality, emotions, and aesthetic. Most recently, she’s gone more warm and cozy (and sometimes clever) with her first holiday album that debuted November 6, titled Good Weather for Immaculate Conception. It includes traditional tunes like “Little Drummer Boy” and “Ave Maria” alongside upbeat originals like “Christmas on the Dancefloor,” as well as fun guests such as Steve Martin, Martin Short and Brandi Carlile.
The Grammy winner’s decorating style is as exciting and eclectic as her music, incorporating inspiration from all over the world, including Asia, Turkey, and Morocco. She also taps into bohemian, ethereal, and spiritual inspirations in her home, and has spoken about having a meditation room in which she journals and grounds herself, surrounded by crystals, candles, and even a Japanese altar.
From serene pieces to flashy flourishes that add a bit of rock-star vibes to your home, these budget-friendly finds from Dollar Tree make it easy to pick and choose elements from Morissette’s diverse aesthetic style. Keep reading to discover exactly what defines the singer’s aesthetic—and how you can recreate it in your own home for less.
What is Alanis Morissette’s aesthetic?
—You can give a big “Thank U” to Morissette for pulling from so many design and decor inspirations, as you have great flexibility in choosing which ones suit you best. You can lean into her rocker persona, chill things out by channeling her more mystical, spiritual side, or even add a dose of whimsy from her playfully carefree persona, like the one she showed in her “Ironic” video.
Mix and match and be fearless with combinations of styles. As she once told Women’s Health, her homes have blended Mediterranean styles with California coastal charm, with accents from far and wide, including “shells or bottles of sand or oils or perfumes, or Quan Yin Buddhist statues, or lotus flower candle holders.” She’s also a fan of showcasing the bounty of books she has, as well as escaping into spa-like elements in her bathrooms.
To sum up Morissette’s aesthetic approach: Make your own rules, but don’t be afraid to break them at the same time! As she’s belted out, “You choose, you learn,” and with so many great options at Dollar Tree, it’s easy—and affordable—to change your decor tune.
Get Alanis Morissette’s look for less at Dollar Tree
Gold metal lanterns for a mystical glow
These chic, eye-catching lanterns feature a handle if you want to hang them up, or they can simply be placed on a table or even around the floor in a meditation room. Use real candles or LED lights inside for a soothing, peaceful effect. Or line both sides of the pathway to your front door for a dramatic outdoor flourish for guests, who will feel the opposite of “Uninvited”!
At just $3 each, the possibilities are endless! “Perfect center pieces for our luncheon. Thank you,” writes one Dollar Tree shopper who brightened up a function she threw.
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Printed river stones for mindful moments
Meditation, positivity, and self-love are important ingredients in the entertainer’s recipe for success. She’s even hosted her own Conversation with Alanis Morissette podcast, on which she discussed issues about inner healing, wholeness, and recovery. These decorative inspirational printed river stones are the perfect way to stay mindful and focused on their messages, which range from nurturing your courage and faith to always believing in yourself and never giving up on your dreams. At just $1.50 each, it’s easy to buy as many as you want and thoughtfully place around your home as meaningful objets d’art. They’d also work (and look!) great in a thoughtfully grouped arrangement in a relaxation or meditation nook.
One shopper notes, “I love the stones, the design, printing and [the] variety is very good.” Another raves, “Beautiful gold lettering. Beautiful polished stone.”
Ceramic Buddha incense burners for a serene corner
“I burned some incense, I ran a bath,” Morissette sings on “Your House,” a hidden track on Jagged Little Pill. The artist, who’s embraced Buddhism, has spoken about having an “internationalism” aesthetic, which has lead her to incorporating Eastern religious artifacts. These $1.25 incense burners in calming neutral tones are a great way to introduce those same elements around your home. The bonus? The heart-shaped bases safely hold the incense sticks while catching their ash, so you can enjoy the soothing scents without worry.
“They are very pretty, and I love the tranquil vibe they give my room, [and they fit] in nicely with my other spiritual decor,” notes one shopper, who adds that she doesn’t even use them for incense, but “just to hold my crystals.”
Decorative canvas prints for global flair
As Morissette notes, she’s not afraid to mix aesthetics at her own home, as she enjoys California/West Coast flairs as well as more global elements. These clear gel-covered decorative canvas prints are a steal for just $1.50 each, and they offer everything from serene ocean and beach scenes to more Eastern looking floral elements, African dresses, and abstract designs. There’s something for every room or mood! “These pictures are so beautiful!!,” raves one shopper.
Chindi rugs for color and texture
Turning to 2002’s Under Rug Swept for inspiration, these tasteful Chindi rugs come in an assortment of versatile designs. Chindi is Hindi for “torn cloth” or “scrap,” and they fit in well most anywhere, making them perfect for kitchens, hallways, entrances, dens, home offices, and more.
They can be used as accent pieces to add an eye-catching bit of color or texture to a room, or you can use them during on-the-floor activities, like meditation, or game-playing for the kids. They’re just $5 each, and we’ll leave it to your discretion if you want to sweep anything up under them!
Spa bath fizzy cubes for a relaxing soak
The hardworking entertainer says she loves working up a good sweat while she’s onstage, but she also savors the time she gets to decompress at home in her soaking tub. These SPA Luxury Bath Fizzy Cubes are the perfect way to similarly indulge and allow yourself to catch your breath.
When they dissolve, they release delightful aromas that soothe you as you soak up some well-deserved you-time. They come in rose, lavender, and orange blossom scents, and at just $1.25 each, it’s easy to keep some extras out to jazz up your bathroom decor.
Retro music air fresheners for rocker vibes
Turn the fun up to 11 with these cool retro music-themed air fresheners! They call back to Morissette’s early rocker and electric guitar days in the 90s—remember audio cassettes?! Ocean Breeze is one of the available scents, so that fits perfectly with the entertainer’s beachy, laidback vibe. Plus, their pops of color will brighten up your car or any spot you creatively place them in around your home, like the bathrooms. At just $1.50 each, why not start a whole band?
Check your local store now for all of these rocking Alanis Morissette finds that are $5 or less!
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