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How To Decorate A Coffee Table
A coffee table can be one of the most essential pieces in your living space. It is the main focal point you see when you walk into a living room and the place where guests come together to hold conversation, share laughs, and create memories. It is a symbol of togetherness, as we establish meaningful and beneficial friendships and relationships through the experiences we share when we all gather. While the coffee table serves as much more than a simple decorative object within your living room, there is an undeniable pressure to find the best ways to style your table that truly represents your home style, decor and personality. With that being said, there are an exceptional amount of ways to style a coffee table that can be purposeful, intentional and refined. With our guidance, we aim to inspire you with a few of the easiest and most optimal strategies to styling your coffee table and assist in easing the stress of creating an ideal look within your home. Follow along to learn more about how to decorate a coffee table! Find Your Ideal Coffee Table Before you begin strategizing on how you want to decorate, you need to find the best coffee table that is ideal for you and your home. Although this can seem laborious, there are a few steps to help you narrow down your search. One of the most important steps is to measure your current space, as you don't want to purchase a coffee table that is too small or too big for the room. Keep in mind the look you are going for, as well as the function of the coffee table in the area it is being placed in, as you'll always need enough space. A coffee table should be roughly 14 to 18 inches away from the sofa or any chairs in order to maintain room for comfortable movement. It is also key to find a table that is two inches lower than the sitting height so any guests you have over can sit with ease. You'll also want to find a coffee table shape that pulls together the look of the room. If you have a smaller space to style, try using an oval or a rectangle coffee table. A square or round coffee table is ideal for styling larger living areas, as this is most suitable for larger and longer seating arrangements. Now that you've learned the basics, here comes the fun part – finding a coffee table that fits your particular theme and style. With an array of coffee tables to choose from, such as glass, wood, marble or travertine, aiming to maintain your decor theme should aways be on the top of the list. Try finding a table that coordinates with your sofa and other decor elements that are existing within your space, acknowledging the textures, color scheme, materials and shapes. Since coffee tables are quite an important item to include in your space, investing in high-quality, durable and long lasting pieces are well worth it. Find our Livella Marble Coffee Table to be both a stylish and substantial option that will function well in any space, with a neutral color palette, polished rectangular shape, and sturdy marble material. Style Your Coffee Table In Odd Numbers Of all of the styling tips to utilize as you decorate your coffee table, styling your pieces in odd numbers can be one of the simplest and most beneficial in guiding your decorating, not only when it comes to your coffee table decor, but throughout your design journey in any area of your home. The Rule of Three is an ancient interior design tip that has proven to work in many decor settings. This standard finds that styling your objects arranged in a set of three makes for a more appealing and balanced table design, and is much simpler to manage when it comes to styling. The reason the Rule of Three is so successful is due to the way our brain arranges items when they are visualized, as three is the smallest number that can be used to create identifiable pattern within our minds, and odd numbered items allows our eyes to graze between each piece making for focal intrigue. In order to adequately accomplish this look, divide your coffee table into three sections and style your pieces accordingly, within each of those sections. Quick tip: While three is a superb way to start styling your table, you can also achieve this look with five, seven, and nine. Design With Decorative Books A quick and easy way to add height and character is to utilize books! Decorative coffee table books can be great conversation starters, or enjoyable reading material for you and your guests to flip through, but can also serve as a great styling tool for layering multiple items. Stacking books will implement height and perfectly house any smaller decor items, like a small vase, decorative chain or a candle. You can additionally use books that reflect your interests and personality which will be superb in adding a sense of your identity into your decor. In need of the perfect coffee table book? Look no further! Our inexpensive designer decorative books are the must-have staple pieces to liven up your table with elegance and luxury, without the expensive costs. Use Items With Varying Heights & Textures With guidance from the Rule of Three, determining your coffee table setup will easily flow when deciding what pieces to implement into your look. This design plan is key in knowing which pieces will work in your space and how to add the appropriate amount of texture and visual interest. An important part of decorating a coffee table is to mix and match with objects of different sizes and materials. Styling decorative items with varying heights and textures will draw the eyes in, as it provides balance, warmth and dimension. Using pieces like a sophisticated vase, candle holders and coffee table books will liven up the display of your living room. Always be sure to include a larger centerpiece on your table, such as a statement sculpture or a vase filled with dried plants or a bright bouquet, as this will create an eye-catching focal point on your coffee table. If you're looking to add texture and luxurious decorative objects to your coffee table, find an array of beautiful and timeless home decor pieces that can be utilized in a variety of ways. You'll be sure to find the right pieces for you and your home! Use A Tray When in doubt, use a tray! An excellent way to fill up space, and to avoid creating overwhelming clutter is with a tray. A tray can be both purposeful and stylish by organizing your decor pieces and home essentials, as well as showcasing other decor elements. Stack a luxe candle, eye catching coasters or decorative books atop your tray, or simply use your tray to house your remote controls and other loose household items. Regardless of how you decide to purpose your tray, using one is a great option as they are easy to style and move around! Looking for the perfect tray? See our Organic Stone Marble Tray to implement the idyllic amount of luxury and refined taste into your home. Add In Some Greenery If you're feeling as though your coffee table needs more natural elements within your styling, an excellent way to invite a touch of life to your table decor is by adding in some lush greenery. Using a sophisticated vase paired with fresh flowers and plants, or faux flowers for those of you who don't have a green thumb, is fundamental for inciting a fresh atmosphere, as well as a pop of color. Examine From Every Angle In the midst of your styling, it can be easily forgotten that a coffee table is experienced from each angle, not only from front on. Since a coffee table is naturally viewed from every aspect of the room, each part of the table decor should be taken into account. To find the right balance within your table styling, be sure to take a step back and examine your coffee table from every angle. You'll want to assure that each piece is properly placed and coordinates well with each other and still has the same effect as when you view it from the front. Experiment Until You Find What Suits You Best While following guidelines and how to's on the best ways to style your coffee table, discovering what works specifically for you and your own home should be your main goal, as what may work in one home may not work in another. If you are uncertain with how you desire to style your coffee table, experiment with designs until you feel like you've reached your goals. With the universal guidelines provided above, we assure we have steered you towards a path to success with a few decor ideas that will absolutely spark inspiration and make your coffee table aesthetically pleasing. Like any room in your household, styling a coffee table can be unpredictable, but with consideration of the tips we have listed on how to decorate a coffee table, you are on your way to creating a space that is beautiful beyond belief.
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Easily one of the most recognizable fashion houses of all time, the Chanel brand exudes elegance and style. So if you are looking for beautiful, fashion-forward decorative books to fill your space, the Chanel book should be at the top of your list. At Bellari Home, we have a perfect and customizable option to elevate your living space — a spin on the classic Chanel coffee table book, but at a fraction of the price. Instead of paying for a coffee table book filled with photos that you rarely make time to look at, ours is filled with creativity-inspiring blank pages. This makes our version of this decorative book perfect to use for journaling, sketching, note-taking, or even filling with your own favorite photos. "Fashion fades, only style remains the same." —Coco Chanel Fashion designer Coco Chanel was revolutionary. Opening her first hat shop in Paris in 1910, Chanel wanted to change the narrative of how women were expected to dress. She thought women should say goodbye to corsets and other confining garments that were the standard of her time and helped usher in a totally new design era. Borrowing elements of menswear, Chanel emphasized comfort without skimping on style. In 1925, she introduced her iconic Chanel suit with a collarless jacket and a fitted yet comfortable skirt. Almost 100 years later, this same suit is still a staple amongst the fashion crowd, and the silhouette with its famous tweed fabric can be recognized from a mile away. And never forget her signature look of a black dress and pearls, which graces the cover of our Chanel decorative book for a classic finish. Decorating with Coffee Table Books When it comes to styling books, the path forward may seem obvious — aren't coffee table books for displaying on coffee tables? While it's true that a decorative book's primary purpose is looking good on display, the short answer is no; they're not just for coffee tables. They can work in every corner of your home, from the entryway console table to a guest room nightstand, lined up on a home office desk and the bookshelves in your living room, or even stacked on the floor. You can also use decorative books as a base to display other home decor items, such as small sculptures, collectibles, and vases. Personalizing Your Decorative Books from Bellari Home Chanel was a consummate creative and artiste, so we can't help but think she'd love the sense of potential that awaits in our customizable Chanel coffee table book. Filled with blank pages, it's just waiting to be reimagined to house your unique thoughts and projects. Displayed in your home, this book becomes a chic and accessible way to let your muse out to play. Journaling The best part about journaling? There are no rules, just results. You can use the classic 'Dear Diary' format, jot down thoughts and feelings, keep track of lists, or record quotes and phrases you find funny or helpful. Journaling can be fun, therapeutic, and help improve your mood by: Helping you prioritize problems, concerns, and goals Tracking any symptoms day-to-day so that you can recognize triggers and learn ways to control them Positive self-talk and affirmations Keeping track of ideas Recording your daily life to look back on in later years Use your journal as you see fit. Write about what you want to at the moment. You don't need to follow any specific structure, second-guess spelling mistakes, or worry about what other people might think. Instead, let Chanel's innovative spirit be your inspiration as the words and ideas flow freely. Time spent journaling is pure creation, so capture the moment and let loose. Not sure what to journal about? Use handy Journaling Prompts to jumpstart your writing. Write a review of the last movie or TV show you watched Write about something you felt really proud of and why Write about a fun childhood memory from the perspective of someone else who was also present Describe your favorite room in your house or apartment Write about a song that is important to you and why Sketching Sketching is a great way to relax and express thoughts or feelings that just can't be put into words. It also works as an exercise to improve coordination between your hand, mind, and body. Like journaling, sketching can lighten your mood, enhance creativity, improve your focus, and act as a lens for your unique artistic vision. Not sure what to draw? Let your pencil wander, or try defeating artist's block with fun Sketching Prompts. Draw a maze Create a mandala Recreate a family photo Sketch plants and flowers Shopping with Bellari Home Are you ready and overflowing with inventive ideas? Shop with Bellari Home to purchase your decorative Chanel coffee table book and start creating. Our Chanel coffee table book is a hardcover with a soft matte finish, and at only $39.99, it sells for less than half the price of the original. With such affordable prices, Bellari Home decorative books also make great gifts. Whether you're looking for a holiday, birthday, housewarming, or unique hostess gift, you can't go wrong with our selection. With seven options to choose from, from Chanel to Tom Ford to Gucci, there is sure to be a book for everyone on your list. At Bellari Home, we have strict quality requirements for each book we ship. So you can rest assured that every purchase meets our high standards. Plus, we offer free standard shipping on the purchase of two or more books! So when you fill up your first with fresh ideas, you can already have a second book on hand, pristine and waiting to be personalized. And don't forget to show us your designs on Facebook or Instagram. We can't wait to see how you take these books and make them uniquely yours! After all, it's as the incomparable Coco Chanel herself said: "In order to be irreplaceable, one must always be different."
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A Tom Ford Coffee Table Book That Doesn’t Break the Bank
Decorative books are the perfect home decor accessory, whether you're just moving in or giving your place a refresh. They are aesthetically pleasing on their own, or you can use them as a jumping-off point for styling other items, such as vases or knick-knacks. Use these books as a way to show off your personality or to inspire conversation at your next dinner party. If you're looking for a book that exudes elegance and style, we have the perfect option to elevate your living space — a riff on the classic Tom Ford coffee table book, but at a fraction of the price. Who Is Tom Ford? Tom Ford is regarded as one of fashion's great icons. He transformed Gucci from a declining accessories label into what is now considered one of the sexiest and most desirable fashion brands in the world. His designs increased sales at Gucci tenfold and helped build the Gucci brand into the luxury goods conglomerate that it is today. After his tenure as Gucci's creative director from 1994 to 2004, Tom Ford started an eponymous line in 2005 that has become synonymous with luxury and wealth. His designs have been worn by some of the world's most recognizable celebrities, including, but certainly not limited to, Nicole Kidman, Rihanna, Brad Pitt, and Ryan Reynolds. The Tom Ford Coffee Table Book Arguably one of the top-searched and top-purchased fashion coffee table books, the Tom Ford book contains over 200 photographs of Ford's designs. But these photos don't come cheap, as the book retails on average for about $140 brand new. It's a steep price for a book that is more likely to be judged by its cover than cracked open and paged through. At Bellari Home, we offer an equally stylish but more affordable alternative. Our Tom Ford coffee table book comes in the same size with the same beautiful black and white cover, ready to glam up your decor. But instead of charging top-dollar for hundreds of photos that you'll rarely look at, our decorative display books are filled with blank pages waiting to be filled. So not only is our Tom Ford book a fashionable decoration on your shelf or mantle, but it's also functional and ready to be personalized as a journal or notebook. Coffee Table Books Aren't Just for Coffee Tables It's true that a coffee table book's primary purpose is looking good on display. That being said, coffee table books aren't just for coffee tables. They can work in every corner of your home, from the entryway console table to a guest room nightstand, lined up on a home office desk and the bookshelves in your living room, or even stacked on the floor. A selection of visually exciting coffee table books can be as essential in decorating as a throw pillow or framed print. Books add color, texture, height, and symmetry while offering a unique chance to show off your personality. Are you displaying a book about Tom Ford or World War II? Are you into nature photos or fabrics of the world? Coffee table books grace your space with a window into your interests, taste, and personality. Using Coffee Table Books as Display Pieces As you use your new coffee table books as display pieces, here are a few helpful styling hints to get you started: For stability, start with the largest book on the bottom, then add more books on top. Something to keep in mind is that the eye tends to find odd numbers visually appealing, so keep your stack to three or five books total. (Unless you are stacking them on the floor — then the height is more important than the number of books.) If your table is large enough, you can use your coffee table book stacks to separate your bigger accessories, such as trays or vases. Use your book stack as a pedestal for displaying additional items such as small sculptures or candles. Used on a mantle, dresser, or desk, stacked books become a perfect riser for a family heirloom, a sleek terrarium, or a jewelry box. Stacking your books vertically instead of horizontally can give a whole new feel to your decorating scheme. The books themselves become a piece of art. Just make sure to mix in other shapes and colors to keep it visually interesting. Another pro decorating tip is to group books by color. You can stick to one color (black or white works best for minimalistic style), arrange your books to give them an ombre effect, or arrange a stack in various shades of the same hue. The Benefits of Decorating with Coffee Table Books We particularly love coffee table books as a design staple because they are pretty much kid-proof. Unlike glass paperweights or jagged sculptures, with decorative books, little ones can't do much damage to themselves, your other decor, or even the books themselves. That means you don't have to display your new decorative books out of reach. Feel free to arrange coffee table books on lower shelves and tables. Just be aware of what you display on top of said stack if you have kiddos running around. Coffee table books have the added benefit of being great conversation starters. Books give guests an insight into your interests, whether it's fashion, wildlife, cooking, or machinery. Shopping with Bellari Home At Bellari Home, we take great pride in our products, and we're sure that you'll love them as much as we do. Our collection of decorative books are individually sold, allowing you to pick and choose your favorite designers to display in your home. Our Tom Ford coffee table book is a hardcover with a soft matte finish, and at only $39.99, sells for less than half the price of the original. And don't forget, our books also double as journals or notebooks! With such affordable prices, Bellari Home decorative books also make great gifts. Whether you're looking for a holiday, birthday, housewarming, or unique hostess gift, you can't go wrong with our selection of coffee table books. Why not keep some on hand for that last-minute gift you forgot to plan for or for that dinner party that unexpectedly popped up on your social calendar? With seven options to choose from, from Tom Ford to Chanel, there is sure to be a book for everyone on your list. At Bellari Home, we have strict quality requirements for each book we ship. So you can rest assured that you're getting a piece that meets our supreme standards. Plus, we offer free standard shipping on the purchase of two or more books, so get to shopping! Your home and your friends will thank you. Other relevant blogs:A Chanel Coffee Table Book You Can Fill with Your Own Designs7 Reasons Why Decorative Books Make Your Home Inherently Stylish
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