Love & Renovations

How to Style Shelves

Styling shelves is an art, and one that can take some time to get the hang of! Here are a few tips and tricks for how to style shelving in your home.

It's the best way to get a fresh start and see what all you're working with! 

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start with a blank slate

Some pieces have to go in certain places, due to plugs or spacing. Start with those!

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place large items first

Try to have items at a variety of heights throughout the display, not all at one level.

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play with height

Also, consider how "heavy" or large items are. Don't place all the heavy things on one side or shelf!

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vary weights

Try to repeat colors throughout the display in a variety of spots, rather than clumped together.

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scatter colors

As you work, take several steps back to look at your work. You can get a better idea of what it looks like!

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step back!

As you work, take several steps back to look at your work. You can get a better idea of what it looks like!

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take your time

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