Don’t neglect your side piece.
Bedside tables deserve more attention from us.
A nightstand is a piece of furniture we rarely think about.
Like salt on your steak, you only really notice it when it’s not there…It does such a thankless job, and we think its time for this neglected side piece to be given some main character love. Let’s talk about what makes a bedside table such a universal piece of furniture, and how we can give it the love it deserves.
It keeps your electronics, your books, your jewellery, your favourite lip balm, your expensive face cream and your life-saving middle of the night sip of water safe and within reach. It hides all manner of things in its drawers, and helps to keep your bedroom neat…
Let’s spare a thought for the ultimate side piece
Just because we don’t think about it, doesn’t mean that our bedside table cant be an important factor in creating the bedroom we crave. Whether you go minimalist with a cubbyhole built into your headboard, or full on side table with the drawer and the little swinging door, its up to you, but the choice you make matters more than you think it does.
The Modern look (This is not your granny’s side table…)
We are talking about glass, metal and even elements like stone and concrete. These types of side tables are amazing in modern, industrial look bedrooms and with the right lighting and styling can still give a great element of comfort, regardless of the harsh lines and designs. Just because it uses “hard” materials, doesn’t mean these pieces of furniture are necessarily overbearing and imposing. In fact, an elegantly designed modern bedside table can add an understated touch of glamour to your bedroom. We love these options:
The Classic look (This might very well be your granny’s side table…)
If your house has more of a collected or heirloom vibe, we suggest heading to your storage unit before you go out to buy a side table. These little pieces of furniture haven’t changed much in the last 50 years, and chances are any number of older relatives probably have a few to spare. A good vintage side table can bring a bit of gravitas to your bedroom and give you an instant shot of cosy home comfort. If you don’t have access to true family heirlooms, don’t worry – there are great classical styles of side tables available to cheat your way into the lived-in look.
We love Melonwood’s wooden bedside tables, as well as this beauty from Poetry
The alternative look (Whatever this is, your granny won’t recognize it!)
The most important part of a bedside table is that it should be “bedside”. This means, it doesn’t have to be a table! If you can’t find something that works for you, or you don’t have a clear vision of your bedroom yet, don’t worry. Anything can be a bedside table if you are brave enough. Now we are not suggesting an upturned paint can, (unless you LOVE it), but we still want to inspire you to use your imagination. A slim chest of drawers, a low bookshelf, an ottoman or footstool with a tray or slate tile on it – whatever works for you.
Two doesn’t have to mean team. (Your nightstands don’t have to match!)
If you can’t make up your mind, don’t stress. You can even mix and match styles or work with whatever your budget allows. There is no shame in having one night stand you love, and still looking around for that other little side piece that will fulfil your wildest bedroom (décor) dreams! You don’t have to buy them in sets.
