36 Stylish Dresser Decor Ideas You'll Want to Try ASAP

Dressers are a bedroom staple for most of us. While they’re functional pieces of furniture, they also have the potential to add style to your space.

For many, the top of the dresser can quickly become a dropping zone, meaning it can get cluttered so fast you won't even realize it before it's too late. But with a little effort and some clever decor ideas, your dresser and the space around it can become a stylish feature in your bedroom.

If you’re wondering how to make the most of your dresser, whatever your decor style, we’re here to show you. We’ve got tons of inspiration on how to decorate your dresser so that it looks styled but never cluttered.

Use a Statement Mirror

Mirrors are always a good idea because they reflect light and can make any room feel bigger. While practical, going for a statement mirror above your dresser is also a great opportunity for showing off your decor style.

Here, Mary Patton Design paired a dresser with an oversized mirror to make a bold style statement.

Add a Table Lamp

A lamp is a no-fail way to add interest to a dresser. It’s functional and you can choose a lamp that matches your room decor and design aesthetic.

This dresser by Desiree Burns Interiors features a modern, minimalist lamp that compliments the Japandi theme of the bedroom and the simple style of the dresser.

Display a Collection of Matching Prints

There is no right or wrong way to create a gallery wall. If you prefer an organized, symmetrical look, try displaying a bunch of matching artwork above your dresser.

Kate Marker Interiors styled this dresser with 12 similar prints for a seamless, sophisticated look.

Place a Decorative Tray or Bowl to Hold Small Accessories

Add a decorative bowl or tray (or both) to organize small accessories and jewelry so that they're easy to find.

You can even stick to a color scheme like Studio Peake who opted for some leafy green bowls to enhance the nature theme of their dresser decor.

Hang a Shelf Above the Dresser for Extra Display Space

Need more display space than your small dresser allows? Hang a single wall-mounted shelf above it or go for something more decorative like this cute hanging shelf that April Uribé hung above her dresser.

Hang Up a Statement Wall Art Piece

It’s not just paintings and prints that can create an impact above a dresser. Any kind of wall decoration is great to hang above a dresser.

Maite Granda hung this large, shiny gold tray above a bone inlay dresser for a glamorous statement.

Incorporate Greenery

Clip some foliage from your backyard and place the stems in a few interesting vases to instantly liven up your dresser.

You don't have to stop at foliage though. Try adding some seasonal flowers into the mix like on this dresser by Morse Design.

Decorate With Sconces

The go-to light for a dresser may be a table lamp but it doesn’t have to be. Instead, try adding a pair of sconces above the dresser like the designers at Becca Interiors did.

This not only frees up display space on the dresser top but also adds an elegant touch to the dresser area.

Lean Some Art on the Dresser

You don’t always have to nail art to the wall. Instead, Britt Design Studio opted for leaning a large piece of art on the dresser for a relaxed yet stylish look.

If you can't choose just one piece, try layering two or three different sized artworks together.

Display a Collection of Books in a Stylish Stack

Books, especially coffee table books, make great decor. But they’re not just for coffee tables.

Michelle Boudreau Design decorated this dresser with a pile of colorful books and topped it with some pretty vases for a styled look.

Arrange a Set of Decorative Boxes for Storage

Pretty storage boxes are great for hiding away little accessories that can otherwise make a dresser top look cluttered.

Stacking a few matching boxes like Blakely Interior Design did, will add a design element as well as keep things tidy.

Use a Table Runner or Cloth to Add Texture

Tablecloths and table runners look just as great on dressers as they do on dining tables. Karen from Milk and Honey Life placed a small cloth to add texture to her dresser top.

The white fabric creates a contrast against the dark wooden dresser and works well with her neutral bedroom decor. But you can also opt for something brighter to add a pop of color to your dresser.

Display a Statue or a Sculpture

If you love statues and sculptures, display your favorite one on your bedroom dresser. And don't be afraid to pick an oversized one like this one by Mary Patton Design which creates a big impact.

It’ll be the first thing you see every morning and the last thing at night, meaning you get to appreciate it daily.

Create a Gallery Wall

Gallery walls don't have to be huge to make an impact. Choose a handful of different-sized framed prints to create an arty wall above your dresser.

Becca Interiors went for an asymmetrical look with mismatched frames that add character and interest to a room.

Add Some Tall Houseplants

Got an empty corner next to your dresser? Try placing a tall houseplant there which will instantly brighten up the corner while the height of the plant will create contrast with a short dresser.

For even more contrast add more than one plant in different heights like Morse Design did.

Decorate Around a TV

Hanging a TV above a bedroom dresser is often practical, especially if your dresser faces your bed. But if you want to take the focus away from the TV, try hanging some art around it like Whittney Parkinson did.

You can also add some decorative objects on the dresser top so the TV fades into the background when it’s off.

Show Off Your Accessories

Pretty accessories like scarves, hats, bags, and jewelry can make perfect wall decorations, especially in a bedroom.

The designers at Turquoise and Tobacco chose to display a bunch of hats which adds a whimsical touch to this dresser corner.

Decorate With Dried Florals

When fresh flowers aren’t an option, a bunch of dried or preserved stems can work just as well and the bonus is that they need little or no maintenance.

Place a small or large bunch of dried flowers, grasses, or foliage in a vase just like Ashley Montgomery Design did on this dresser.

Show Off Your Favorite Trinkets

Display a few of your favorite trinkets to showcase your personal flair. But be sure to organise them with intention like Victoria Bell did, otherwise they can end up looking cluttered instead of curated.

Add a Decorative Clock

Ornamental clocks make beautiful decor and they’re of course so useful too. If you’ve got one why not display it front and center on your dresser like the team at Blakely Interior Design did?

Show Your Personality by Displaying Something Unexpected

Think outside the box and display something completely unexpected to show off your individuality. There are no rules here—anything goes as long as it speaks to your personal style.

Ashley from House of Hanes hung up some vintage tennis rackets that add a unique touch to her dresser decor.

Hang Up a Bulletin Board

Bulletin boards or memo boards are handy in any room whether you use them to help keep track of your life or to display some daily inspiration.

Whittney Parkinson cleverly used the small wall space above the dresser to display one. The best part is you can pin different things and change up the look as often as you like.

Hang a Ceiling Mounted Plant

Plants are often seen on dressers or beside them, but you can also hang some plants from the ceiling.

This will save display space and it looks so boho-chic too. If space allows, go for a trailing plant for extra impact like Esther B Schmidt did.

Lay Down a Decorative Rug

When styling a dresser, the focus tends to be on or above the dresser. But the floor space around the dresser is also a great decorating opportunity.

One easy way to decorate this space is by simply laying down a pretty rug like Erin Williamson Design did. A rug not only cozies up the space but also adds texture.

Add a Chair Next to the Dresser

Decorating next to the dresser is yet another design opportunity. In addition to a rug, try adding a chair next to your dresser to effortlessly create a cozy corner, ideal for reading and lounging.

Bonus points for adding an extra-cozy, textured chair like Morse Design did.

Display Some Candles and Candle Holders

Candles create a relaxing and cosy atmosphere in any room and the bedroom is no exception.

This dresser from Ashley Montgomery Design has been decorated with a bunch of different candles, some pretty candle holders, and some scented candles.

Display Your Favorite Memories

Nothing is more personal than family photos so why not display a few on your dresser like April Uribé did?

Print out a few favorites and pop them in pretty frames for instant decor that will also bring a smile to your face every day.

Incorporate a Small Jewelry Dish to Organize Accessories

If you wear jewelry daily, a small dish on your dresser is ideal to make sure your jewels are easily accessible and don't get lost.

You can choose a dish that matches the rest of your dresser decor like Ali from my_ interior_motive did.

Display a Mirror and Art

Dressers typically tend to be paired with either a mirror or some art. But who says you can't display a mirror and some art above your dresser?

This dresser, styled by Michelle Boudreau Design, combines both to create this stylish, color-coordinated corner.

Add Some Decorative Jars

If you collect decorative jars or any kind of pretty ceramics, group a few together on your dresser like Musings by Madison did.

While they'll add some style to your dresser, you can also use them for storing jewelry and other little accessories.

Opt for Fresh Flowers

Who doesn’t love a bunch of fresh flowers? Place some stems in a vase or a jug and display them on your dresser for instant cheer and a pop of color.

Tina Ramchandani opted for some pretty pastel stems in pink and purple but you can go as bold and bright as you like.

Create an Eye-Catching Vignette

What’s your decor style? Keep that in mind when decorating on and around your dresser to create a designer-style vignette.

Inspired by colorful retro decor, Studio Peake transformed this dresser corner where every piece is chosen with the intention of creating a stylish bedroom moment.

Display Some Hurricane Candle Holders

Displaying candles is always a good idea. If you want a bit more of a formal or polished look, simply place them in glass hurricane holders like the designers at White Sands did.

It's a quick way to add a touch of sophistication to your dresser display.

Create Contrast With Different Decor Styles

Mixing and matching different styles of decor can add lots of personality to a room. Here, Emma from wilsonaesthetic_ has combined a modern, minimalist dresser with an ornate, antique-style mirror.

You can try similar or if you have a vintage-style dresser try pairing it with a very modern artwork or mirror.

Hang Wallpaper Behind the Dresser

When we think of wallpaper, it's usually about covering an entire wall. But if you want to add texture to your dresser area, try this idea by Ashley Montgomery Design where the wallpaper has been used to frame the dresser.

The textured wallpaper behind the dresser adds depth and makes the neutral-toned dresser stand out.

Hang Up an Over-Sized Painting or Two

Make a bold statement with one or two huge pieces of art.

By keeping the decor on top of the dresser to a minimum, the designers at Twelve 15 Design Studio allowed the two pieces of oversized art to really shine and make a statement in this bedroom.

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