Valentine’s Day is now here, and this makes for romantic endeavors when it comes to home décor and just about everything else. Whether love is still in the air or you want to freshen up your living room for Valentine’s, aesthetics can definitely make the heart grow fonder. That’s especially the case for those just now moving in together, and shopping for pairs can also mean shopping in pairs. There are several great home décor ideas that match collections of certain items, and for those who can’t decide which direction to take their mutual new living room in, completed unrelated pieces can make for “odd couple” furniture that are an ironic match made in heaven.
Nothing is More Romantic Than an Accent (Table)
One way to impress “tu amor” is with a sultry accent, and an accentuating Valentine’s accent table is the next best thing. As the name suggests, these pieces are additive to a room’s aesthetic, but not necessarily in a uniform way. In fact, accent tables can carry a completely different aura than the rest of the room, which is perfect for those with clashing design mindsets. Even if it sounds disastrous on paper, accent tables can make for intriguing design combinations that ensure love and happiness – or at least a harmonious home.
Is the living room otherwise rustic and traditional? Spice things up with something more exotic and unique, so long as it gets the job done. For instance, the Mila 16" Coconut Shell Round Accent Table lets you go coastal with a vibe right out of the tropics and keeping it in arm’s length of a comfy sofa means that a relaxing, romantic evening never requires a passport to book. Looking for several pieces with this aesthetic? Get really creative with the new Zara 14” Abstract Side Table to make the more decorative pieces in a room unique amid more traditional sofas, beds, or centerpieces. This way, everyone is happy, and even the different design “wings” come off as birds of a feather.
Keep Coffee Dates Alive with Coffee Tables
Buying in pairs means selecting décor in the same general “family,” and the best place to start is with a coffee table. Not only are these centerpieces that offer the right aesthetic “blend,” but they also tend to have corresponding pieces of a different function. For instance, the Marisol Coffee Table with Drawer presents a sturdy bayur wood construction with a 3+ foot frame, giving it the right amount of presence to gather around during at-home date night, football Sunday, or any other amorous occasion. Ready for trays, plates, and, of course, coasters for coffee mugs, it’s a great starting point for any couple looking to turn their new house, apartment, condo, duplex, or studio into a home.
Best of all, this coffee table has an extended family of pieces, and the resemblance tends to be pretty strong. For instance, the Marisol Side Table with Shelf is a similar piece that offers additional storage beyond what’s directly across from the TV. Conversely, an entryway is the perfect place to put the Marisol 31.5" Narrow Bayur Wood Console Table, with its narrow frame allowing the Marisol name to fill the whole home. For those now coordinating living room furniture sets, using the Marisol collection can make things even more homey. Get them all in brown to make the place really feel on the same wavelength.
Nightstand by Your Man
Every couple looking to get a good night’s sleep wants the bedroom to be a dreamy oasis, but this doesn’t necessarily mean 1:1 cohesion. In particular, nightstands can coalesce with similarities or simply coexist with differences, proving that opposites attract in more ways than one. One side of the room might be more colorful, while the other might be closer to the window and bask in morning light. This creates the opportunity to mix and match things for an overall aesthetic that’s eclectic and touches on both people’s tastes.
For example, the black variant of the Gia Raffia Wrapped 24” Nightstand might work well on a side of the bedroom that already filters in sunlight everyone morning. On the other hand, the light blue Webb 18.5” Solid Wood 3-Drawer Nightstand works best to lighten up the dark side of the room, especially if the person on that side needs a bit more room for everyday storage. Of course, matching nightstands is always a cute look, and for those going more old-school in their bedroom décor, the Benton 26” Curved Leg Solid Wood Accent Table really captures a classic bedroom style.
Ultimately, shopping as a pair to decorate a home comes down to different tastes and how these can both thrive while also complementing each other. Mixing bold décor with neutral pieces can create a more cohesive and layered environment, especially for those seeking to make a romantic Valentine’s Day aura. Choosing these different pieces together doesn’t just bring a couple together, but it also makes for a stylish home worth living in.
