Searching for a dream gift for that special woman in your life? I’m fairly certain that the makeup vanity stole every girl’s heart when she was young. Every glorious movie star had one in her palatial bedroom. Every fairytale beauty had one. Barbie had one. Makeup vanities transform the hours a woman spends on her hair, jewelry, and makeup into a romantic and regal affair. Every woman will feel like a princess with a makeup vanity set. It almost doesn’t matter what you buy. From an antique makeup vanity to a more modern “Hollywood” style vanity, there is just the right style to suit the princess in your woman’s heart. She’ll be delighted. What you do need to consider is the space she has, and your budget.
Bedroom vanity sets are the classic. Complete with mirrors, tables, cabinetry, luxurious chairs and skirted stools, bedroom vanities are the dream. Getting ready for a night or day out is a luxury. The pieces can be bought separately or as sets. Wood, metals, glass, the options are endless. And require some decent bedroom space. Even a small table and vanity stool, however, will create the desired romantic feel in any bedroom.
Bathroom makeup vanities usually include a mirror and cabinetry with a built in sink. They vary in size, but always look best as a centerpiece not crowded by other cabinets, closets, or the toilet itself. You can find sets with matching towel racks, as well. While they can be ideal, there are two drawbacks to consider. One is that most bathroom vanities will not have a place to sit, so the only way one will be able to apply makeup is by standing, which can be a strain if one is putting on a lot of makeup. The other is that since plumbing is involved, if you opt for the bathroom vanity, you will have a much larger and more expensive project than if you just buy a freestanding piece of furniture.
A corner makeup vanity is a beautiful space saver. In the bedroom, styles are slimmer and more accommodating. In the bathroom, the mirror and wide countertops are lost, but you retain invaluable spaciousness. Keep in mind though, that if your lady has a large collection of makeup, a corner vanity table might be too small to accommodate all of her cosmetics.
When choosing make up vanities for small bedrooms, the same considerations need to be taken as with a bathroom– space is of utmost importance. While you may need to get a narrower piece, you don’t have to sacrifice on storage space. Choose a small makeup vanity with lots of drawers. You can also find decorative baskets to hang on the wall around the mirror. Be creative. Just because you’re short on space doesn’t mean that you have to give up on the luxury make up vanities offer.
Vintage and antique makeup vanities are incomparably beautiful, and can be the perfect choice for a bedroom makeup vanity. Usually solid wood, highly decorated with special attention to detail… this is the image that stole our hearts in the first place. These can be expensive, however, unless you’re good at finding quality deals. Solid wood is heavy and bulky, as well, so take space and delivery into consideration.
On the other end of the spectrum, a modern makeup vanity can have all of the beauty and grace of an antique one, but with much cleaner lines and a brighter look. Don’t think you have to go with traditional furniture to take advantage of the romantic mood. While antiques look out of place in many contemporary settings, a modern make up vanity paired with a single red rose will give you all the ambiance you could want, and without sacrificing on the look you’ve already achieved.
A mirrored makeup vanity is ideal. Like the antiques, however, these makeup vanity sets are usually bulkier and heavier. For small apartments or those up many flights, delivery may or may not be possible. It is possible to buy a makeup vanity mirror separate from the table, which may solve some of the mentioned issues.
A makeup vanity table can be the ultimate gift for that special woman. Childhood dreams will take form, treasured for a lifetime.
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