I’m a Style Editor, and These Are the 9 Side Tables I’m Loving Right Now

I’m a Style Editor, and These Are the 9 Side Tables I’m Loving Right Now

Blair is Apartment Therapy’s Style Shopping Editor, where she covers the latest brand launches, need-to-buys, and anything related to her two unofficial beats — cane and rattan. Whenever she’s not perusing for the latest home finds (a rarity), you’ll probably find her reading, watching a horror film, or on the hunt for the best tacos in New York (recs are encouraged).

If You Hate Assembling Furniture as Much as I Do, You’ll Love This Stylish Magnetic End Table That Comes Together in 1 Minute

If You Hate Assembling Furniture as Much as I Do, You’ll Love This Stylish Magnetic End Table That Comes Together in 1 Minute

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Fun fact about me: Most of the time, I’ll purchase furniture based on how easy it is to put together. Even if I love the color, even if I adore the material, I will not get out my tool kit and spend a good hour (or hours) on the floor, tinkering with tiny parts and confusing instructions. If I see the dreaded phrase “Assembly required,” I’ll likely click out of that window in my browser immediately. You can roll your eyes, but listen: Everyone has lines they draw when it comes to outfitting their home, and this is one of mine. (The exception is when it’s a larger piece of furniture that includes assembly with purchase.) So when I was in the market for new end tables and browsing through Wayfair‘s selection, I stopped in my tracks when I saw the Alvis Tray Top Cross Legs End Table because of two magical phrases on the page: “No assembly required” and “Magnetic tabletop” had me instantly sold.

This end table looked appealing for a few reasons. The first is that it comes to you in just two parts: a foldable metal frame and a magnetic tabletop. That’s it! No screws, no brackets, no nothing. It’s also very chic and would blend well with modern, mid-century modern, or minimalistic decor styles. You can also choose from four top colors (white, gray, gold, and black) and three base colors (gold, black, and silver). I (quickly!) ordered two in a gold base and a gray top, and when they arrived, it was like an assembly-hater’s dream come true. Once I opened the boxes, I simply took the base out of the packaging, and pulled the legs to expand them into a cross shape. Then, I took the tray top out of the packaging, and slid it on top of the base, positioning it correctly with the magnets holding it down. And that, my friends, was it. It took me one minute to set up one table, and I truly couldn’t be happier with the outcome.

The end tables look great in my living room, and the colors and design definitely give a bit of subtle flair to the space. They’re a great height too, at about 26″ tall, and there’s a good amount of space on the tray at 14″ long — perfect for a small lamp and a few other items you want to display. Another pro is that each table just about four pounds, making them even more manageable to set up, move around, and clean around.

The only thing I’d caution about the table being so lightweight is that if you have little ones or big dogs around, it wouldn’t be hard for them to charge into it and make it wobble or fall over. Keeping them against a wall would be your best bet if that sounds like your household. Otherwise, those who are short on time and short on patience for furniture assembly will absolutely love this super-stylish option. Even better? You can get one for almost 20 percent off now! Who doesn’t want to save money and time?

A Drink Table Is Just What It Sounds Like & You Probably Need One

A Drink Table Is Just What It Sounds Like & You Probably Need One

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I’ve been seeing a lot of these small drink tables lately, and I think they’re so cute, and so clever, and so perfect for small spaces (or really just anywhere you have a tight corner that won’t fit a traditional table). The best part? Many of these tables measure only a few inches in diameter — aka just big enough to hold a single glass. Because sometimes all you really need a side table to do is hold your coffee (or your wine). These tables do that, and they do it beautifully. Below, shop 10 of our favorite drink tables that come loaded with style from retailers like West Elm, AllModern, Overstock, and more.

Sarah M. Vazquez also contributed to reporting. 

Nancy Mitchell

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As a Senior Writer at Apartment Therapy, Nancy splits her time among looking at beautiful pictures, writing about design, and photographing stylish apartments in and around NYC. It’s not a bad gig.

West Elm’s Latest Sale Is Full of Stylish Finds — Here Are Our 7 Must-Haves

West Elm’s Latest Sale Is Full of Stylish Finds — Here Are Our 7 Must-Haves

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If you’re ready for a refresh or simply want to get your home ready for the holidays, West Elm’s current furniture, bedding, and rug sale offers some great deals to make your home feel all new and improved for the season. The sale offers up to 40 percent off on furniture and bedding and 30 percent off rugs, so you can score a new nightstand, pretty up your bedding with a gorgeous velvet duvet set, or keep toes toasty with a new wool rug. Most pieces are sustainably sourced and Fair Trade certified, so you can feel good about making responsible purchases, too.

Shop these seven stylish finds from the sale below.