1: Invest in nice furniture. Furniture is like a car; it never depreciates. A coffee table like the one below conveys to guests that you're in it for the long haul and will not settle for anything but the very best.
2. If you're a big sports fan like myself don't be afraid to show it! Just make sure you keep it classy. Valuable sports memorabilia says a lot about your love of the game. Old baseball cards are perfect for spicing up trim around the house as you will see below. If you are loyal to your local team try to only use cards of their players to really wow 'em!
3. We all want positive vibes flowing throughout our living space so keep it positive with some inspirational decor! We picked up this piece online and had it framed. I think it was done by the same people who made up "two sets of footprints in the sand" or whatever.
4. Only use the hippest decorations. You wouldn't want to come off as old fashioned. This ultra-contemporary bubble mirror manages to stay avant garde while incorporating patriotic imagery.
5. Nothing is cooler than having a bunch of trophies and awards hanging around the apartment. Even if you have never won anything you can borrow from friends or have them made professionally. If that doesn't get you laid nothing will!