Are you tired of fighting for time and space in your bathroom in the mornings? Is sitting at your kitchen table not stirring the creative juices to write your next chapter or work brief? Do you spend more time than you should be searching for everything you need to get ready to start your day?
If you answered yes to any of those questions, you might benefit from adding a vanity table to your bedroom!
Vanity tables were introduced in the 17th century, but they didn’t look like they do today! Originally, they were small tables with a drawer for storage and space for ladies’ perfume and such. In the 18th century, they were called “toilet tables” and generally contained a small wash basin and a fold-down top, so the table was available when the basin wasn’t in use.
The vanity table as we know it started appearing in dressing rooms and wardrobes in the 19th century. This was when designers added several more drawers and a mirror – many often offering a seat that could be tucked away as well! However, in the 20th century, during the Art Deco period in Europe and America, dressing tables became a symbol of glamour and luxury. They were showcased in homes and in feature films as the perfect combination of modern styling and craftsmanship!
Modern vanity tables can elevate your home’s style and make your morning routines much smoother (and look good while doing it!). But vanity tables have many other benefits – we’ve rounded them up for you!
- Vanity tables offer essential space in your home! No more fighting with your significant other (or teenagers) over the bathroom counter. Not only that, but these pieces often come with seating that slides easily under the table. So, there’s a seat when you need it and space when you don’t!
- Adding a vanity table allows you to be more organized and keep your mornings running smoothly! There’s a reason for the French phrase “mis en place,” “putting in place.” This table would provide a single place for all daily necessities that may otherwise not have a true home. You’ll never have to search room-to-room for where you put your deodorant; you’ll know exactly where it is!
- Give your knees and lower back a break in the morning while you get ready! Standing in front of a mirror while you do your hair or put on make-up can strain your body. Get relief on your joints and back by sitting on a cushioned seat while completing your morning and evening routines.
- Vanity tables offer the perfect lighting for doing your makeup!
- There’s something for everyone! No matter your home’s style or personality, you can find a vanity table that matches and pulls the room together.
- Vanity tables are an incredibly versatile piece for your bedroom. They can be a place to get ready in the morning, write on, or use your laptop. You could even purchase a vanity with a flip-top so that it’s a desk when you need it to be and a mirrored bathroom counter when you don’t!
- They’re an easy way to add elegance to your space! What comes to mind when you think of a vanity table? Luxury? Sophistication? Downton Abbey might even be at the top of that list! Adding this simple piece of furniture will immediately elevate your bedroom.
Vanity tables have undergone some changes through the centuries, but these things haven’t changed: they are an elegant, versatile, and essential piece to any home!
Do we have you convinced? We thought so! Call us or stop by to choose the vanity table that fits your home’s style and vibe at Van's Home Center!