Skip the discount aisle, flashy trends and impulse buys -- no more wasteful shopping! It’s time to define your style and invest in these stylish pieces that will last.

The Essential Dining Table

The black finish on this 19th-century cottage-style table gives this piece a modern touch. And it’ll grow with your family -- expanding to seat up to six.

Avalon 45" Black Extension Dining Table, $499, CrateandBarrel.com

Photo: Courtesy of the Manufacturer / The Nest