Dressing table refers to a purely feminine interior item. It is being behind him that the girls bring beauty, trying to be the most compelling. Therefore, everyone wants to have this indispensable item in their home. Modern manufacturers offer a variety of models: a dressing table without a mirror, with a mirror, backlight and more.
What to look for when choosing
Before you buy a dressing table, you need to decide on several parameters. It depends on which model is suitable for the room. So, before buying, it is important to know the answers to the following questions:
- Location - in which room and zone it will be installed.
- Interior style - furniture should harmoniously fit into the overall interior style.
- Is the room ready for a new piece of furniture? Technical equipment is one of the most important aspects for this subject. There should be sockets next to the table. For high-quality makeup, good lighting is necessary, you will also need to connect a hairdryer, hair straightener, manicure machine and more.
- What size mirror to choose? It must be too large, otherwise the room will be cluttered.
- What will you sit on? An armchair, chair or ottoman is selected in accordance with the height of the table and the style of the room, as well as your personal preferences.
For a simple interior, an inexpensive, unpretentious console or an ordinary stand with a mirror is suitable. For a more solid room, you can choose a luxurious dressing table with a decorated table made of natural wood or with forged elements. Place a dressing table in a place where no one will touch it. This is very important, since it stores a huge number of various jars, bottles and tubes that can be dropped and broken.
Dressing table sizes
The most important and constant parameter is height. It should be about 75 cm to sit comfortably. Standard dimensions of a dressing table:
- Width. This value should not be less than 26 cm, more is possible. Due to restrictions caused by the dimensions of furniture fittings.
- Length - from 50 cm. At a lower value, discomfort will be felt, because cosmetics and other accessories should be placed on the table surfaces freely.
Most popular varieties
There are no standards for the size of the dressing table. This is due to the design and ease of use. But from the existing options, the most popular can be distinguished:
- Tables 40 x 80 cm - this is the "golden" middle for samples without drawers.
- Option with a bedside table 100 x 50 cm.
- Dressing table with two tables. In order for the product to look aesthetically pleasing, a length of at least 120 cm is necessary, if this indicator is less, then the distance between the nightstands will be small for a comfortable sitting in front of the mirror.
Another point regarding the size of the dressing table: the height of the furniture may be less if the table is quite long. If the product has a large mirror and countersunk drawers 80 cm wide, then the height will be equal to this value. As a result, a table with an overall mirror turns from a horizontal object into a vertical one.
Existing designs
In the classical sense, the toilet stoic is a design with a mirror, which is mounted on the wall and rests on 4 side or free-standing legs. Such furniture is usually placed at the head of the bed or to the wall. In a small apartment or in a studio, a traditional table can play the role of a kind of partition that divides the space into several zones. In addition to the classic version of a small dressing table, there are other varieties of design:
- Console table. In this variety, hanging drawers are attached to the countertop, and the entire structure is attached to the wall, since the legs are not provided. The model fits perfectly into the modern interior design. This is explained by the fact that the hanging dressing table looks more light and airy.
- Trellis. This is a countertop with a tricuspid mirror. The element located in the middle is firmly fixed, and the side parts can, if necessary, change the angle of inclination. Such a mirror is indispensable for creating complex hairstyles, you can see the result from different angles.
- A small dressing table with a folding mirror. Most often, this is a small piece of furniture, complemented by hanging drawers, one of which is countersunk. If you lift the lid of the hidden box, a mirror appears. Such a product is usually small in size, so manufacturers recommend attaching it to the wall. Even if the table is equipped with legs.
- Dressing table. Dressing table with a large mirror, in some models it can be folding. In this case, it is fixed on the inside of the countertop and, in order to use it, it is necessary to lift the element up. This is quite convenient, since the mirror does not take up much space and does not collect dust.
- Table transformer. A multifunctional product, most often presented in the form of a table with a mirror, at the bottom of which is a chest of drawers. The countertop in this case moves, if it is shifted, an angular table is formed.
Stylistic solutions
The color of the dressing table, its style, design and other features are very important when choosing. This piece of furniture must necessarily harmoniously fit into the design of the room. What do manufacturers offer us?
- Classic style. It is characterized by standard forms and a minimum number of decorative elements. For production, copper, bronze and various types of wood are used. For example, oak is very popular. A dressing table from it looks reserved and expensive.
- Baroque. The product is irregular in shape with a curved tabletop and chiseled, thin legs. Most often, items in the Baroque style are richly decorated with carvings, gilding and a variety of overlays. Priority is white.
- Dressing table in the Provence style. This is a combination of antiquity and traditions of the southern countries. For decoration, painting, carving and materials are actively used. Most often romantic people choose the style.
- High tech. All surfaces of the product are made of metal and glass. The basic idea is minimalism and functionality. Decorative elements are completely absent.
- Modern. A variety of ornaments associated with floristry and rich, vibrant colors are used for decoration.
Lighting
Dressing table lighting plays a very important role. If possible, this piece of furniture is recommended to be installed within the reach of daylight. In all other cases, electric lighting is used. It includes: the upper light, it is the main one, a sconce fixed on top of the wall and several moving spotlights (on the bracket). In addition, special mirrors for applying make-up are presented in stores. This is when spotlights or an LED lamp are placed around the entire perimeter of the frame. Such lighting allows you to apply makeup as well as possible.
The mirror in a square frame with LEDs fits perfectly into the styles of hi-tech, loft, as well as in the industrial interior and classic minimalism. Some use a strip with LEDs to decorate the perimeter of the table and lower drawers, as a result, the design becomes light and airy.
A large amount of light cheers up, and when it spreads in all directions, you can feel yourself in the role of a real diva podium.
Mirror surface location
It is difficult to imagine a modern dressing table without a mirror. Without this critical detail, it loses its functionality. What accommodation options are possible?
- On the wall. For this purpose, most often use a large full-length mirror canvas . It is much less common to find round and quadrangular, 50 x 50 cm in size.
- Mirror attached to the countertop. A “back” made of the same material as the countertop is attached to the table, and a mirror surface is attached to it.
- Hinged mirror. Mounted on the inside of the countertop, rising as necessary. Inside such a table, sections are also made for storing cosmetics and jewelry.
If the dressing table is not equipped with a mirror, then you can use the portable on the stand. Most often it has a small size.
The mirror plays an important role not only in applying makeup, but also in creating interesting interior accents: a large one can visually expand the space, and a small one can add coziness.
Comfortable seat
A woman spends a lot of time in front of the dressing table, so you should take care of the furniture on which she will sit. Much more comfortable in the soft seat. An ottoman, an armchair, a stool, a stool - all this can be supplemented with a soft pillow and a beautiful cover that will harmoniously fit into the interior design. This piece of furniture can become a bright “spot” in a monochrome room. The place near the chair can also be decorated with a rug that is suitable in color and style, this is especially important for long periods with bare feet.
Table seating
Regardless of whether it is a small dressing table or a large one, it can be installed in any room where there is a place. But most often the following places are used for this:
- Near the window - this arrangement allows you to save on electricity in the daytime. In addition, makeup applied in natural light looks more natural.
- In the dressing room is a good option if there is free space.
- At the head or foot of a bed or sofa.
- In the bathroom or hallway.
In an open-plan apartment or in a small room, a dressing table can be placed behind a screen in one of the free corners.
In the bedroom
Most often, a female piece of furniture is installed in the bedroom, since it is a room where most likely no one will disturb. If several women live in the house, then tables are placed in each room (with mom, daughter, grandmother, sister, etc.). At the head of the bed, it is customary to put a narrow console equipped with an oval or rectangular medium-sized mirror. And also this model can be installed at the foot of the bed. If, for example, the size of the dressing table for the bedroom is small, and it is placed against the wall, then this area can be fenced with a textile curtain.
In case of lack of space in the bedroom, furniture can be placed in the living room. In this case, the dressing table becomes an independent object, for which a special space should be allocated.
In the dressing room
The product is installed in the dressing room if the bedroom does not have enough space or the space of the room is shared with a man. A full-length mirror is mounted in the same room so that you can evaluate the whole image (hairstyle, makeup, outfit and shoes). If there is a window in the dressing room, then this is perfect! The color of the dressing table is better to choose light, to visually expand the space.
In the corridor
If there is free space in the hallway, then a table with a mirror is installed there. You can place the structure in a niche - it will occupy the whole or will lean back to the side, revealing a large mirror. In the case of limited space, you can choose a side table in the form of a semicircle, which looks good in the corner in the form of a sector of 90 degrees.
In bathroom
If you plan to install a table in the bathroom, then you need to correctly think through the ventilation system. If this is not done, then the mirror will constantly fog up and will often have to be wiped. The best option for the bathroom is a plastic nightstand with a mirror. If there is a window in the room, then you can remake the window sill in the countertop, and under it install drawers for storing the necessary items.
When there is very little space in the combined bathroom, a dressing table is placed between the bath and the toilet. However, not every woman will agree to this. In addition, in this case, it is recommended to have one more place for applying makeup, otherwise the time for this event will be limited.
DIY dressing table
In furniture stores you can find a large catalog of dressing tables of various models. There are options from budget to exclusive, from simple to multifunctional. But the situations are different, and not everyone can afford such a purchase. There is an alternative - to make a dressing table yourself. Essentially, this is a standard sized vanity table with a mirror and drawers. Making a female piece of furniture is a creative work, the result of which entirely depends on the imagination. A “female” table should reflect the owner’s style and character.
The main element of the makeup table is the mirror. It will serve not only as decoration of furniture, but of the whole room. In this case, it is better not to save on quality. Makeup artists recommend using two mirrors - large (stationary) and small (portable). One should be hung on the wall, and the second put on the table.
Lamps will add to the female corner of charm and comfort. It is better to buy two identical or complementary lamps and install them on the sides of the mirror. To create Hollywood chic, it is necessary to set the illumination of light bulbs around the perimeter of the mirror.
Creative natures can choose a plain shade and paint it on their own. But you should be careful with this: prints and large drawings will not work!
To store cosmetics and other accessories, it is better to buy ready-made containers and organizers. You need to select them in one style and, most importantly, make sure that it is combined with the interior of the room.
Interesting! You can take jars, containers, other containers available at home and paste them with a cloth or decorate to your taste.
They can store makeup brushes, mascaras, lipsticks, pencils and more. To add a little glamor, you can use rhinestones, sparkles and beautiful pieces of material in the decoration process.
Forged corner lamps, carved frames with black and white photographs, wooden furniture, combs and accessories will help to give the corner the atmosphere of antiquity.
You do not need to try hard with decorating and decorating, since cosmetics and perfume bottles themselves do this job perfectly. Arrange the perfume, especially in beautiful bottles, in the most prominent place, organize a separate perforated zone. This will certainly attract the attention of guests, will become a bright accent in the interior of the room and will delight the hostess each time.
Conclusion
A dressing table equipped with a mirror is not only functional and practical, but also charming. All women dream of him, without exception, he is a worthy decoration of space. The female corner gives a lot of pleasant emotions and allows you to feel like a real princess.