White Chinese Coffee Table ($600) from Phoebe’s Atlanta store, Mrs. Howard. For more information, visit phoebehoward.net. (While you’re there, check out her blog!)
Photo: Laurey W. Glenn
See how decorating expert Pheobe Howard applies her foolproof 4-step formula to a variety of coffee tables from traditional to modern.
moreThe Coffee Table Decor Formula: Using these elements, you can apply Phoebe’s chic and simple method to any space or tabletop.
1. Something Tall
Hurricane vases or candlesticks are great because when you light candles, they add sparkle and make everything festive.
2. One Oddball Object
Choose something that’s sculptural and quirky to express your personality. Some ideas: a piece of coral, a glass orb, or a
small ginger jar.
3. Something Fresh
A nice pot of ivy, a fern, or some fresh-cut flowers add life and easy-to-change color to the room.
4. A Stack of Books
Use a few large, pretty art books to make a stack, and top it off with something decorative.
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