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We know how important a proper night's sleep is, so ensuring your bedroom is a serene, restful environment should be equally as high on your agenda as getting your eight hours in. One thing that certainly doesn't engender a stress-free environment? Clutter. So, once you've dressed your bed to perfection with a beautiful duvet set, a pretty throw and some considered scatter cushions, you'll need a couple of bedside tables (and a dressing table, obviously) to hide away bits and bobs – and give you a spot to keep your lamp.
Whether you're more into a Scandi minimal look, want to turn your bedroom into a Hollywood-worthy glam zone, or can't get enough of midcentury modern vibes, at least one bedside table is a must-have. After all, everyone needs somewhere to put their morning cuppa, bedside lamp and latest must-read book.
There are hundreds of tables out there at a range of price points, so you shouldn't find it hard to purchase something you're excited to style in your space. We've rounded up some of our top picks, from uber-glam bone inlay options from Graham & Green and Anthropologie, to effortlessly cool rattan pieces from the likes of H&M.
What should I put on a bedside table?
Looking for styling inspiration? Well, you'll need a pretty lamp, first up. If you like a minimal look, opt for a lamp with a small base and a jewellery plate for your earrings. If you've got more space to play with, we'd recommend adding flowers in a little vase (or some dried or artificial flowers, which can be enjoyed year-round), a photo or an art print in a frame. You could even finish up with a plant or a personalised candle (we're still obsessed with these body candles) or, check out the #bedsidetable tag on Insta to help get ideas flowing.
Here are 26 of the best bedside tables to beat clutter and revamp your room for the start of 2023:
Rockett St George Industrial Bedside Cabinet
Rockett St George Industrial Bedside Cabinet
Modern and achingly cool, this is the type of piece we'd expect to see in a trendy Shoreditch hotel. The gold frames have been artfully distressed, avoiding any especially girly or glamorous connotations.
H&M Jalousie-door bedside table
H&M Jalousie-door bedside table
Panelling just makes everything look a little chicer. H&M's jalousie-door table has plenty of space for all your clutter and there are matching pieces in the range to complete the look. Choose from two colours.
Tikamoon Rattan Bedside table
Tikamoon Rattan Bedside table
This little boho table work work equally as well as a side table in your living space as it would holding your table lamps in the bedroom.
Okay, this table is expensive but a real showstopper with its oh-so intricate detailing outlining traditional Chinese scenes in gold leaf. Something to cherish for years to come.
Olivia's Mustique Round Table
Conversely, this beautiful ash table is as classic as can be. Designed in a French colonial era style and finished with a subtle parquet effect, this little table gives you a spot to put your bedside light and a few decorative bits without taking up too much room. A drawer helps tidy away clutter, too.
Christow Home Bedside Table With Shelf
At just £30.00, this is one of the most pleasingly-priced options in our round up. This little bedside table is decidedly no-frills, but it should work in any scheme and has plenty of storage space. If you're looking for something inexpensive to finish styling up your guest room, a couple of these would be a great shout.
Caspian House Carved Wooden Bedside Table
This angular table, with its delicate patterned frieze work around the top, has plenty of boho charm made more grown up with a chalky matt black finish.
Atkin & Thyme Coco Bedside Drawers
Atkin & Thyme Coco Bedside Drawers
With its delicate sunburst-style design, this ivory and gold set of drawers will create some instant glam in your space with some added vintage vibes.
John Lewis & Partners Rattan Storage Bedside Table
John Lewis & Partners Rattan Storage Bedside Table
Seventies vibes are all over the place thanks to this little bedside table. The rattan drawer front is incredibly stylish.
H&M has a similar rattan style for £50 less, if you need something more budget-friendly.
Dunelm Finchley Nightstand
Dunelm Finchley Nightstand
Industrial feels here. Finish with a cute bulb holder (we like these at Oliver Bonas) fitted with an Edison bulb to complete the look.
La Redoute Janik Bedside Table
This is a bit of a steal at just £40 on sale. We'll take two, please.
La Redoute Topim Metal Wire Bedside Table
If you're one of those people who has nailed your minimalist lifestyle (Marie Kondo would be proud) then you won't need a drawer to hide bits away. Instead, go for something like this sculptural metal number, which will create a proper feature at the head of your bed. Just finish with a statement lamp.
La Redoute Jimi Floating Bedside Table
Small bedroom? We feel you. This floating shelf is for you.
Anthropologie Optical Inlay Nightstand
Anthropologie Optical Inlay Nightstand
Who said white furniture had to be boring? This has a gorgeous inlay design that catches the light beautifully. It's available in black, too.
Mustard Made Shorty Yellow Storage Locker
Mustard Made Shorty Yellow Storage Locker
These little mustard lockers are so versatile; you can use them in any room of the house and they come in a range of sizes and shapes for your needs. While we'd use the lowdown as a TV unit and the twinny for coats and shoes, this short model is the perfect size for a bedside table. Choose from eight colours.
Mercer 41 Kayden 3 Drawer Bedside Table
A mirrored piece of furniture always makes for a glamorous feel – especially with those sparkly door knobs. Saying that, this isn't for those who find cleaning to be a complete chore. Those glass doors are going to need very regular touch-ups to banish fingerprints.
CosmoLiving by Cosmopolitan Westerleigh Bedside Table
From our friends over at Cosmopolitan, we love their collection with Wayfair which includes this little bedside table and, judging by the 4,000+ five-star reviews, so do customers. It'd work well as a side table too, and it's available in five colours. This muted sage green version is our fave.
Corrigan Studio Glaser 1 Drawer Bedside Table
Obsessed with velvet? Us too – and now it's not just for cushions or a glam party dress. This ochre yellow bedside table will add some Insta-texture to your bedroom space, while making a talking point, too.
Dunelm Maurice Blush Bedside Table
Dunelm Maurice Blush Bedside Table
This brings plenty of interest with a small price tag. It's glamorous, roomy and will suit a variety of room schemes. Choose from five colours.
Charley is former Homes Ecommerce Editor. During her time at Hearst UK, Charley wrote over 300 buying guides and reviews, getting her hands on as many new launches as possible to help you find the best products for your home.
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