Five Essential Elements of Coffee Table Styling

When it comes to living rooms, there are a few anchors and then a few centerpieces. I consider coffee tables the centerpiece to the room. It’s usually where the everyone gathers around to hang out, watch tv, lounge, and live. And being that I love things that are unique and out of the ordinary, I picked out some vintage coffee tables from Chairish for you to see I found interesting that had great style and character.

But first, I wanted to share my five essential elements of coffee table styling.

Mix textures. Earthy, nature, green, sleek, mirror, gold. Mix it up. It makes it more interesting.
Add greenery. If your greenery can be fresh, even better, but if not, find a great artificial plant. Succulents are great and low to not deter the view from those gathered around the table or to distract the view of a tv as well. Or if that’s not an issues, orchids make a perfect plant.
Books. Add some books that reflect your interests.
Include things that have a bit of function. Coasters are a great thing to protect the table from marking from drinking glasses. Beautiful and aromatic candles always add to the ambiance with their light and scent. A decorative box perhaps to contain your remote controls, a notepad and pen if you want to have handy, yet hidden.
Make it yours. Include things that are unique that you love. Whether from travels or special finds from special boutiques or a vintage heirloom, include items that are special to you.

Here are a few living rooms I have eyeballed, found on Pinterest, on my Living Areas board.

Some vintage coffee tables from Chairish I’m loving that are unique and something a bit less common….

Aren’t these so fun and interesting? I love that they’re not what you’d find in any ordinary furniture store. The ways these can fit into a living room are endless!

And what to put on them? Here are a few ideas, all within a very smart budget, too!