By Victor Epand

Adding accessories to a console table can add so much drama to a room, especially with a nice mix of accessories, which usually the best look. Below are some tips on how to properly add accessories to your console table so it looks the best that it can, without looking cluttered.

You need to start by selecting a color palette. Continue this by determining what room that you want the console table in such as the entry or the dining room or the living room. Next, you need to determine what are the major colors that are used within the room that you have chosen to place the console table in.

You will probably want to continue in that same style and color that already exists in the room. If your room is green, cream, and blue for instance, then you will want to stick mainly with those colors, but do not be afraid to add another color to give your room that extra wow effect. Maybe a hot pink or perhaps deeper shades of blue or green would be a great color to add to your room. Many women enjoy white and glass accessories, which is because those go with any colors in any room.

Pick the accessories, because you may already have pieces at home or you may need to go out buy them. It is recommended that you start with an orchid in the center for height. However, if you do not want to use an orchid, then you can get a tall vase with some artificial flowering branches, such as magnolia, for height. This can be in the center or to one side for a much more asymmetrical look. You do not want every thing at the same height, because contrast in size and shape is what makes for an interesting arrangement.

Never under estimate the power of books as styling tools. Coffee table books or any type of hard cover book that have covers that are similar colors to what is in the room will work great. Make a stack of two or four books, but always be sure to make sure that you have the largest book on the bottom, working your way up to the smaller ones. You can leave these alone or place a small object on top such as a nice candle in a glass container or a round object like a blown glass orb or some thing more fun like a magnifying glass.

Layer items to the front and some to the back of the table as you move along, working out ward from your highest point. This gives the table movement and keeps all the items from being on the same plane or in a perfect line. Smaller trays with votive candles or cute little dishes are nice, or even a blown glass octopus. Have fun with your mix of accessories and remember to keep moving and mixing in new pieces until you get to a finished look that you love.

About The Author

Victor Epand is an expert consultant for home goods, home supplies, home automation and security. Find the best shopping here: http://www.shopdepartmentstore.info, http://www.countryhomestore.info, and http://www.4homeautomation.info .