How to Style Your Bedside Tables

Although it is a relatively small surface, a bedside table can have a really noticeable impact in a room. It’s a detail in the big scheme of things, but it is the kind of detail that can give off a completely unique vibe and really help the concept of the entire room shine. There are many ways to go about making your bedroom look amazing. Considering the style of your bedside table will definitely get you there!

 

Keep reading to learn more about how to style your bedside table in the best possible way.

Avoid using too many colours.

Bedrooms can be some of the trickiest rooms to furnish because there are many items to consider.

From your bed, to the pillows, sheets, bedside tables and closets, there’s always the chance to go a little overboard.

 

Some people mix and match different colours and materials. This might result in a chaotic space. It’s essential to stay consistent and create a thread line between the various items in the room. Everything should feel aesthetically connected to create a theme, rather than just a collection of pieces scattered around the room. For this reason, it can be a good idea to ensure that your bedside table (or tables) will match existing furniture or highlights in the room, such as closets, armchairs, bed frames and more.

 

Watch out for the right proportions.

In most cases, interior design experts recommend bedside tables to be roughly the same height as your mattress. Too short, and they’ll look silly and uncomfortable. Too tall, and they’ll look like weird cupboards, completely out of place. In general terms, it is also essential to watch the depth of the bedside tables. You don’t want something too flat, but not even something too broad, otherwise it might look more like a coffee table! Speaking of proportions, it can be a good idea to be mindful of which, and how many items you keep on your bedside table. For aesthetic purposes, it is often important to group items in odd numbers rather than even. This might sound weirdly special, but odd numbers are usually more design-friendly, allowing people to arrange striking and more memorable displays. Even groupings can work in some situations, but they usually give off way too much symmetry, resulting in a potentially outdated style. Odd numbers give off more of a unique vibe and they tend to create engaging decorative motifs.

Materials in textures can be visually attractive.

Texture and materials can be incredibly rewarding when styling your bedside table. They allow you to create terrific visual tension with the right colour and materials. You can choose wood, copper, bronze, clay or rattan accessories to add a more welcoming and natural look. These materials and textures are timeless and will match almost any style of bedroom design.

 

Embrace functionality.

There is beauty in functionality, especially if you aim for a minimalistic approach. To some people, bedside tables are useful and essential in order to store their items. Still, just because a bedside table covers a much-needed practical purpose, it does not mean that it shouldn’t look amazing!

Bedside tables are usually relatively small because they must have a low profile in the room since they are already matching a bed, which is one of the largest items. For this reason, embracing a more functional approach can be a winning strategy. Not only will you be able to enjoy a bedside table that you can use, but you will also reap the benefits of a clean, clutter-free, minimalistic look that will fit almost any bedroom. Some accessories can be both practical and beautiful. A radio or alarm clock can be perfect examples. There are so many options on the market for these particular products and they can really add to the charm of your bedside table style. For example, a little vintage radio can look absolutely stunning. In addition, you could also use the bedside table to keep books you love, picture frames, jewelry cases, and other personal items that have significance to you.

 

Add value and visual appeal with lighting.

A tabletop light source can be an amazing way to add dramatic shadows and highlights to your bedside table. Lamps, LEDs, fairy lights and other items can be functional but also stylish, enabling you to combine a useful feature with something that will add visual appeal to your bedside table. You can even make things even more personable with the addition of dimmers as well as lampshades, among other accessories. Some people go the extra mile and have lights built into the top of their bedside table, which can be a great modern look. Lamps are usually quite tall compared to other items that might be present on a bedside table. For this reason, it can be quite important to make sure they don’t clash with other things that you might be keeping on the surface.

Bring liveliness with plants.

Plants and flowers are a fantastic way to bring more of an organic vibe to the design of your bedside tables. A touch of nature can bring a soothing and inspiring look that is always timeless and effortless. In addition, plant-related accessories such as pots and vases can bring additional visual interest to your bedside table. When selecting plants or flowers for your bedside table, it is important to remember proportions. Ideally, a tabletop plant should not occupy more than 30% of the surface of the table. If the plants are too large, you’ll create a cluttered surface. Keep in mind that plans do require a little bit of maintenance, and they do thrive if you have direct access to light. Greenery always gives off a fresh, healthy vibe that makes a room feel more inviting. You can even keep it very dynamic by having seasonal flowers and changing your selection from time to time.