Budget Luxury

From social media star and home decor expert Clare Sullivan comes an exciting and approachable DIY book that proves you don't need a massive budget to create beauty and comfort in your home.

A few years ago Clare Sullivan woke up from her unfulfilling corporate job, and picked up a pencil and piece of paper to sketch out what her future might look like instead. After graduating from Parsons with a degree in design she realized that she loved luxury interior design but wanted to create more affordable options open to all. Having gained a large social media following after launching her TikTok account in 2021, Clare is perhaps best known for her "Budget Luxury" series, which shows her audience how to create beautiful spaces without spending a lot of money.

Now in Budget Luxury, Clare equips readers with everything they need to know to create a beautiful home, regardless of whether they rent or own, how much space they have, and whether or not they've ever used a power tool. She introduces readers to basic design rules and styles, helping them distill their own style (even if that means breaking some of those rules!). She recommends creating a budget, using thrifted materials throughout, and gives shopping advice for those looking to scour flea markets and vintage stores for the perfect project materials at a low cost.

Clare inspires us to create a more personal, meaningful home with projects such as:

• Planning, designing, styling, and hanging a gallery wall without f*cking up your wallpaper
• Creating a no-sew, custom bed canopy
• Paneling hallway walls to create a welcoming entryway
• Stenciling bathroom floors and paint kitchen cabinets
• Planting an easy-to-care-for indoor herb garden
• Shopping for furniture, decor, and art with Clare's expert tips and tricks

Through the concepts of intention, curation, and resourcefulness, Budget Luxury will empower readers to create a home they love.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

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Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs