How To: Give Your Coffee Table the Consort Edge

Ever wonder what constitutes a well-styled coffee table? Well, wonder no more. Here are five easy steps to turn your average coffee table into a Consort-approved centerpiece. Scroll down to get the details!

FLORAL ARRANGEMENT

Every coffee table needs florals or greens to bring it to life (no pun intended). So dust off your favorite vase and be bold with your arrangement- this is your chance to bring some color and texture into a room.

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Tall Blush with Gold Lips Vase by Lux/Eros ($250)

Cylinder Glass Vase by Canvas Home ($45)

Seeing Eye Tumbler by Workaday Handmade ($34)

COFFEE TABLE BOOKS

Who doesn't want to look well-read? Don't be shy about stacking books upon books spanning a multitude of interests like art, fashion, design, history, etc. Take this opportunity to infuse personality to your living area, who knows- these books may even spark some great conversation.

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Niki de Saint Phalle by Bloum Cardenas ($65)

Both Sides of Sunset: Photographing Los Angeles by Jane Brown and Marla Hamburg Kennedy ($75)

Cy Twombly: Paradise by Julie Sylvester ($60)

ACCENT OBJECTS

Sprinkle in some unique objects to help break up the stacks of books. We suggest items that are metallic, textured, or colorful. If you're not one for tchotchkes, a simple scented candle will do the trick!

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Brass Geometric Sculpture ($90)

Brass Ant Sculpture ($120)

Signature Foxglove Gold Rim Porcelain Candle by Joya Studio ($78)

TRAYS & COASTERS

Ok, now it's time to make sure the coffee table is functional. Leave space for a tray to hold smaller objects (like car keys or change) and coasters to help maintain the surface of your coffee table. It's nice to vary the material of the tray from the coffee table. For example, if you have a wooden coffee table, try a metallic tray and vice versa if you have a metallic coffee table.

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X Platter by Matthew Ward Studio ($325)

Unity Walnut Tray by AYTM ($55-$75)

Fin Gold Coasters by Souda ($45)

PERSONAL TOUCH

Lastly, toss a coffee mug or sunglasses into the mix for the final personal touch. This is mostly to make sure it's picture perfect for your next instagram post!

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Wacky Mug by btw ceramics ($46)

Lips Mug by Lux/Eros ($45)

Fade Mug by btw ceramics ($46)

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