10 Dazzling Wall Mirror Decor Ideas
Look out, wall art – mirrors are the best new trend in wall decor!
When used as wall decor, mirrors can amplify light and create the illusion that a room is larger than it actually is. With unique shapes and decorative frames, mirrors can stun as standalone wall accents or as stylish additions to your existing wall decor. Keep reading for 10 mirror decor ideas, split into two categories: 4 mirror decor ideas to amplify your space and 6 mirror ideas to enhance your style.
4 Mirror Decor Ideas to Amplify Your Space
1. Glimmering Gallery
Put a unique twist on a classic gallery wall by employing wall mirrors of different shapes, sizes, colors, and frame designs. The best part about this mirror decor idea is that it can accommodate any and every mirror style. If you're eager to fill your walls, take a shortcut and shop for mirror sets.
Brighten up a dark dining room or enhance the airiness of a grand one by positioning a large mirror on a central wall (a popular spot is on the wall parallel to the dining table). Large mirrors can look like windows on broad walls, which can help make the whole room look larger and lighter.
3. Faux Windows
Wall mirrors with window frames are a genius hack for rooms lacking windows and natural light. They not only amplify artificial light to make the room appear larger, but they also look just like the real thing.
4. Leaning Medallion
Want to avoid marking up your walls? Leaning mirrors against your walls is a trendy alternative, especially if you're renting the space or if your walls may not be able to bear the weight of a wall-mounted mirror. Modern or glam spaces can benefit from oversize round mirrors, while rectangular or square mirrors are conducive to more traditional spaces.
Gold metal accents are a signature of glam style. Put a reflective spin on this trend by hanging an oversize flower-shaped gold metal wall mirror. Complemented by light wood, neutral upholstered furniture, and pastel pinks, a well-placed floral wall mirror is the perfect combination of sweet and stylish.
2. Farmhouse Arabesque
Large wall mirrors with white arabesque frames are perfectly suited to the quaint, country vibes of farmhouse spaces. Many farmhouse rooms are also marked by their airy white or off-white walls, the brightness of which is amplified beautifully by a well-positioned wall mirror.
3. Ornate & Gilded
Have an eye for all things glamorous? Hang a wall mirror that will reflect you and your personality. Wall mirrors with ornate, gilded frames and crowned tops can pack a punch in even the most minimally designed rooms. You'd be surprised at how gorgeous one can look paired with simple (or ornate) accent pieces. If you have a bold sense of style, don't be afraid to let it shine!
Round wall mirrors with exposed hangers are versatile pieces that put a spin on the classic wall mirror. Play around with frame color and thickness to match your mirror to the rest of your home decor. If your decor is more modern, choose a sleek, simple frame. If your decor swings more nautical, think about a rope hanger or a more decorative frame.
A sunburst mirror with delicate golden rays can be a stunning piece of wall decor all on its own. Use one as a focal point in your living or dining room, or let one shine in your foyer or hallway. If your style is more dramatic or glamorous, choose a sunburst mirror with longer, thicker rays.
If your style is more relaxed, opt for a wall mirror with a thick frame in a natural material like wood or rope. The sand-colored frame around the mirror in the above wall mirror decor idea perfectly complements the breezy coastal look of the rest of the foyer.
