Bedside Styling In Five Simple Steps

I don't know about you but if my bedside table is looking tidy, and I have everything I need for the final steps of my evening routine, I tend to get into bed at a sensible hour much more readily, and quite often sleep better too.

Do we need any more reason than that to give our bedsides a little rethink?

@happybeams

I thought I'd break it down into five simple steps, and hopefully if something isn't sitting quite right with your current bedside set up, this might give you a little nudge in the right direction!

1. HOW MUCH STUFF DO YOU NEED?

First things first, you need to decide if you like a minimal, clutter free bedside or if you actually prefer to have lots of different items that you love on display.

For me, I like somewhere in the middle. I find an empty bedside can look a little uninviting but also too much clutter and I'm aware of it when I'm in bed.

@hudsonhome

2. TRAYS ARE YOUR FRIEND

If you have a small collection or a whole array of items, you'll be amazed at what a difference a tray can make. It will ground that area, make cleaning the surface so much easier, and really give the overall look a more pulled together feel.

If you don't have a tray the right size, try laying down a book to create the same idea or you can use a small dish to group similar items and organise the space.

@emandhart

3. THE ESSENTIALS

If you like to have a box of tissues on your bedside, perhaps invest in a box cover like this one to make it more in keeping with your décor. Or if you have medication by your bed, a small trinket box could keep them neatly tucked away.

@interiorbylindseyvictoria

4. LET'S TALK ABOUT LIGHTING

You may already have a bedside lamp but have a think whether it's the right proportion for the size of your room, or could you perhaps do with a little more space on your bedside? You could consider fitting a plug in wall light instead like this one from Arle House?

@arle_house

5. SOMETHING LIVING

Greenery or flowers will instantly change the feel of a bedside. I mix up succulents, silk roses and faux stems in a vase.

Alternatively you could keep a candle by your bed to light while you read (just don't forget to blow it out!), or a mirror to bounce the evening light around. Even a photo of your loved ones - which is especially lovely as the first thing you see in the morning!

@home_withkate

So, how do you feel about your bedside? Do you think you might try any of these steps to change things up a little?

It's also something you can consider for when you're travelling - do you take a little pouch to keep your jewellery tucked away overnight or a small bag with your pillow spray and medication in? I sometimes give a hotel bedside a little declutter if there are too many bits out, or rearrange things slightly - maybe that's just me?

I couldn't write this blog post without including this adorable bedside shot from @dougs_digs! Doug I think ahs to be my favourite Instagram cat - just look at that pose!

@dougs.digs

Hope that's been helpful, let me know over on my Instagram post who's bedsides you're swooning over!

Thanks so much for reading x