Mirrors are one of the best decor choices you can make for your interior, especially in the living room. Why? Living room mirrors – regardless of shape and size – are ideal for making your space feel bigger, brighter and lighter.
Firstly, the reflection of light creates a brighter and more airy feeling of space. 'Placing your mirror on a wall adjacent to a window or glass door will trick the eye into thinking your living room is larger and will also bounce light into all corners of your space,' explains Yvonne Keal, senior product manager at Hillarys.
As mirrors are both functional and decorative, they're incredibly versatile. They work as a focal point for a room, with statement mirrors in particular helping to add some drama and reflect your personality.
Best living room mirrors
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Etched Living Room Mirror
Daphne Etched Wall Mirror
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Freestanding Living Room Mirror
Rectangle Full Length Free Standing Mirror
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Gold Living Room Mirror
Cordelia Scalloped Gold Metal Wall Mirror
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Window Frame Living Room Mirror
Metal Window Frame Round Wall Mirror
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Arched Living Room Mirror
Chiltern Mantelpiece Arch Mirror
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Teardrop Living Room Mirror
Mid Century Oval Wood Wall Mirror
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Rattan Living Room Mirror
Large Rattan Frame Mirror
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How do I choose a living room mirror?
Sleek wall mirrors with understated frames are perfect for minimalist living rooms, while decorative living room mirrors (such as those with ornate frames) work well as accent pieces. Fill empty corners with tall leaner mirrors, and choose arched mirrors for above your mantelpiece.
‘If you select a mirror that is not only functional but equally attractive and unique in appearance, you'll also create a focal point that can tie your whole space together,' says Catherine Cornelissen, founder & director of Decoralist,
Despite the obvious benefits of styling mirrors in our living spaces, don't go overboard. Sam Hood, co-founder and chief creative 0fficer at Amara, warns: 'Mirrors also work well in combination, to help reflect light off each other and around the room, but as a general rule you should only add mirrors to a maximum of two walls in a room, as adding too many can make guests feel uncomfortable.'
Where do I put my living room mirror?
Unlike a hallway mirror, there are lots of options available when it comes to choosing a prime location for the mirror in your living room. Consider what will be reflected, aside from lots of lovely light.
Martin Waller, founder of Andrew Martin, says: 'Through a mirror, you can spot your favourite artwork from an unforeseen corner of the room, hang one opposite a window to bring the outside in or in a passageway as a keyhole for what the next room has in store.'
Keep reading to discover the best living room mirrors for 2024...
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Freestanding Living Room Mirror
Rectangle Full Length Free Standing Mirror
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Freestanding Living Room Mirror
Rectangle Full Length Free Standing Mirror
Long mirrors are a great fit in otherwise empty corners, making your living room look larger and brighter. We love this budget-friendly option, which is simple enough in design to suit most interior styles.
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Gold Living Room Mirror
Cordelia Scalloped Gold Metal Wall Mirror
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Gold Living Room Mirror
Cordelia Scalloped Gold Metal Wall Mirror
This small wall mirror has a gold scalloped edge which has been hammered by hand to add a subtle texture. Pair it with other mirrors of varying shapes and sizes for an eclectic, gallery-like effect.
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Statement Living Room Mirror
Vulpo Bevelled Mirror
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Statement Living Room Mirror
Vulpo Bevelled Mirror
Talk about making a statement. At over a meter in height, this beautifully carved mirror in antique gold is described as an 'astonishing and accomplished piece of wood carving'. Place it above your mantelpiece and it will command attention.
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Bobbin Living Room Mirror
Luna Rectangular Bobbin Wall Mirror
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Bobbin Living Room Mirror
Luna Rectangular Bobbin Wall Mirror
Featuring a stylish bobbin frame, this rectangular wall mirror is a way to add both reflection and texture to your space. Better still, the neutral finish keeps it from being overwhelming.
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