It looks so much more expensive than it is.

Theyre every bit as durable and practical as you need a good mug to be.

They look higher-end and cost a mere dollar and a quarter!

An outside view of a Dollar Tree store

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Of course, theyre perfect for my morning coffee or afternoon tea.

The 16-ounce capacity holds (and keeps) my hot beverages warm for a long time.

But theyve become so much more than a vessel for my drinks.

Two white Dollar Tree mugs with black markings, on a white counter top

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The black and white design complements a range of styles, from modern to farmhouse.

Theyre great formanythings; I only wish Id bought them sooner!

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I Plan to Gift These Mugs, Too!

My next power move will be returning to snag a few more because theyll make great gifts in December.

Once again, the Dollar Tree proves we can all be a littlebougie on a budget.