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Melissa Jane Lee

Last updated: March 14, 2026

How to Design the Perfect Dressing Room

Last updated: March 14, 2026

To start your day off right, it is essential to have a well-organized dressing area. It saves time and energy and creates a sense of order and calm in the daily routine. A functional dressing area lets you find and access clothes, shoes, and accessories easily. Getting ready in the morning is a breeze.

One benefit of a well-organized dressing area is time saved in the morning. With everything neatly arranged and accessible, you do not waste precious time rummaging through piles of clothes or searching for the ideal outfit. You efficiently and quickly get dressed and start the day with a sense of accomplishment.

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Assess Your Needs: Understand Your Daily Routine

Before organizing the dressing area:

  1. Assess your needs and daily routine
  2. Observe dressing habits and identify areas or pain points that need improvement.
  3. Consider the storage space required for clothes, shoes, and accessories.

Take inventory of your wardrobe and determine if additional drawers, shelves, or hanging space is needed. The list helps make informed decisions when selecting storage solutions and furniture for the dressing area.

Consider your style and preferences. Think about the atmosphere you want to create – eclectic, cozy, modern, or minimalistic. It should reflect your personality and make you feel inspired and comfortable.

Maximize the Space

Maximize the available space, whether you have an entire room or a small corner dedicated to the dressing area. One way to do so is using vertical storage. Install built-in drawers and shelves that reach to the ceiling. It provides ample storage and draws the eye upward to make the room feel spacious.

Multi-functional furniture serves more than one purpose. A storage ottoman can double as a vanity table with built-in drawers or seating. It helps make the most of every inch of the dressing room and keeps it organized and clutter-free.

Mirrors reflect light and create an illusion of space, which makes the dressing room feel more open and brighter. Consider a full-length mirror or incorporating mirrored surfaces into the furniture or decor.

Color and Texture

Choosing the right textures and colors significantly impacts the feel of the dressing room. Consider natural materials like stone and wood. They add character and warmth and create a sense of timelessness.

When it comes to color, think about creating a mood. Choose neutral colors like beige, grays, and whites if you prefer a calming and serene space. Consider incorporating pops of color with accent walls or accessories to inject some energy and vibrancy.

Textures add visual interest to the dressing room. Mix textures like textured wallpapers, plush rugs, or smooth fabrics. They make the dressing room feel more visually appealing and inviting.

Bringing the Dressing Room to Life

Designing the room meets your functional needs and reflects your style. Many items you need, such as shelving, paint, and wallpaper, are available from trusted builders merchants, like MacBlair. Assess your style, maximize the space, and incorporate these items with their help. Take the time to plan before embarking on the dressing room design journey.

 

 

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  1. Corinne says

    July 18, 2015 at 11:02 pm

    I'd love a dressing table but I don't have space. I have some plastic draws that have 10 shallow draws with all my makeup in 🙂

    Corinne x
    http://www.skinnedcartree.com

    Reply
    • melissajanelee says

      July 21, 2015 at 8:24 pm

      It sounds like quite a bit of storage with 10 drawers of makeup! I wish I had more space too. I think Pinterest has made me realise how small my room is!

      Reply
  2. Fiona jk42 says

    November 12, 2016 at 1:56 pm

    I really like the idea of framing the shelves that contain different nail polishes. I’m always rummaging around to find one that’s hidden behind others, so having them all in rows would be an improvement, and they look pretty. I have some of those acrylic makeup holders and they are very useful. The only thing is to make sure you get the right configuration. It’s a good idea to lay all your makeup out and group by similar items, to decide whether you want lots of shallow horizontal drawers (good for eyeshadows and blush) or lots of individual cubbies for lipsticks or tall holders for mascara and eyeliners.

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    • melissajanelee says

      July 13, 2017 at 8:50 pm

      That is such a brilliant idea – thank you for the tip!

      Reply
  3. Stevie says

    May 31, 2017 at 3:06 pm

    I’d like a small dressing table for a tight space.

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    • melissajanelee says

      July 13, 2017 at 8:51 pm

      If you can fit one in they make quite a difference to getting ready especially early in the morning.

      Reply
  4. Anneka Avery says

    August 22, 2017 at 8:53 am

    Brilliant post and I like your ideas I’m thinking about a wall nail polish display stand! Any tips on where I can get one from?

    Reply
    • melissajanelee says

      November 7, 2017 at 3:38 pm

      Sorry for the delay – eBay have some brilliant ones and I ended up getting one from there 🙂

      Reply
  5. Ashleigh Allan says

    October 2, 2017 at 2:56 pm

    Lots of great ideas

    Reply
    • melissajanelee says

      November 7, 2017 at 3:38 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  6. Adrienne McGroder says

    November 4, 2017 at 10:49 am

    These are brilliant ideas. Our bedroom needs a makeover and I will be using some of these ideas. So glad I found your blog! xx

    Reply
    • melissajanelee says

      November 7, 2017 at 3:39 pm

      Thank you, and so glad you visited 🙂 I’m happy to hear this helped with some ideas!

      Reply
  7. kate tibbs says

    August 5, 2018 at 3:59 pm

    love this idea, great for some me time and organisation too x

    Reply
  8. Helen Allan says

    April 14, 2019 at 8:48 am

    Some lovely ideas there. Definitely regret not having a glass surface too. Thinking of upgrading to a mirrored table.

    Reply

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