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21 Dressing Room Ideas to Make Your Life More Glamorous

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Whether it's a walk-in closet or a dedicated room, carving out space for a home dressing room makes getting ready to face the world more efficient, enjoyable, and glamorous. Check out these stylish home dressing rooms in a range of sizes and styles that will help inspire your own boutique-inspired space.

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If you believe that getting dressed isn't just a daily necessity, but a ritual, you're likely always on the lookout for the next, best dressing room ideas. In fact, they're probably as important to you as the next Macy's sale or Met Gala red carpet.

Creating a separate dressing room is a smart move and doesn’t always require as much space as you think. Your dressing spaces and walk-in closet ideas can start small, as clever cabinetry – whether commissioned or bought off the peg,– will maximise storage space for a smart and streamlined look. 

It's also the best way to take care of your clothes and accessories – from designer shoes to races day millinery. 

Dressing room ideas

Whether you have a walk-in wardrobe or capsule bedroom storage, these ideas will make a dressing space effortlessly calm and organized.

1. Create your own catwalk

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Long, narrow rooms make a perfect dressing space as they come with the ideal layout for a catwalk. Place a mirror at the end wall, but also remember to add them to the sides so you can check out your outfit at every angle. 

As a narrow room can feel tight, it's a good idea to use the same color furniture and walls to cheat a wider look. Going made to measure will help eke out every ounce of storage space. 

2. Utilize space in hallways

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Think outside of the box when carving out space for a dressing room. Hallways, for example, are a perfect location for generous storage. 

Go for floor-to-ceiling cabinetry – as this is a transient area, decorative elements are perhaps not as vital as in other areas of the home, but choosing a beautiful splash of colour and considered hardware can turn simple wardrobes into something you may find yourself lingering at.  

This colour trick is also wonderful if the space leads directly into another, such as how in this Barlow and Barlow design the hall works as an entranceway to the bedroom. 

The colour guides you in, and visually links by being referenced beyond, here with the divan and pillow trims, but a pretty throw or curtain trims would work equally as well.

3. Style your shelving

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Open shelving and doorless wardrobes are a great direction to take if you’re concerned about having wall-to-wall cabinetry. This is especially beneficial in more narrow spaces, as it will help the room to feel lighter and airier. 

Keep things interesting by lining open wardrobes, like in this project from Ham Interiors . 

‘We love lining wardrobes and particularly open dressing room joinery in fabric to add interest and softness to what can be a large mass of cabinetry,’ says Nicholas Cox, interior designer Ham Interiors. ‘We often go for a simple stripe or small scale simple pattern fabric in complementary tones to the rest of the bedroom scheme. ’

4. Add a library ladder

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Library ladders are a beautiful vintage pantry addition or home office idea, so why not move them into a dressing room. Having steps to hand not only adds a stylish focal point to the space, but maximises storage potential as everything will be easily accessible. 

For both hardwood and carpeted spaces, choose a hooked-over, solid option rather than a traditional rolling library ladder – they provide the most stability for the former, and rollers struggle to work on thick pile wool. Consider matching the ladder hardware to the other brassware in the room for a co-ordinated finish.

5. Double up with a guest bedroom

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Be clever with how you use your square footage by combining your dressing room with a guest bedroom idea. In a space which, for most of us, is unused for a significant portion of the year, you can easily integrate your dream dressing room elements to get the best of both rooms.  

Built-in wardrobes all around the room, with the exception of around the bed itself, allow for all the required storage, but make sure to choose a pretty palette for the cabinetry so it stays a stylish bedroom when guests are in residence. 

A dressing table is equally as useful for guests to have a space to sit as it is for prepping your hair and make up.

6. Put on a light show

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The owners of this home had the luxury of space for a walk-in wardrobe, but didn’t want to block off the light from a large window at one end of the house. The solution? A contemporary, black steel-framed glass screen, which adds sharp definition to the pale decor without inhibiting the flow of light. 

Keeping the same dark parquet flooring throughout creates a sense of unity and flow. Crittall Windows supplies screens and doors like these, with glazing specially designed to maximise natural light levels and soft-close doors that reduce noise.  

It's an important element of any bedroom storage idea, but one that’s all too easily forgotten.

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Making a feature out of the wardrobes in a dressing room can have a wonderfully striking effect. In this Cotswolds space by Pippa Paton , the wardrobes were designed to make a strong statement in an otherwise simple space. 

‘Book-matched crown cut walnut with a strong grain was chosen to reflect the owner’s love of wood and a leather upholstered seat in the same finish doubles as a luggage rack, and is on wheels for flexibility,’ says Pippa. 

To add extra softness to this wood-heavy space, ‘simple white linen curtains dress the window, and a window seat idea upholstered in the same fabric overlooks the garden.’

8. Keep things calm

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Creating a chic and relaxing space is often top of the list when designing a dressing room - and never more so than when the dressing room is open to the bedroom. If your space doesn’t have a door, like in this Sims Hilditch space, then ensure it acts as a welcoming retreat or feminine softness. 

Details like a thoughtful window treatment idea, a vase of fresh flowers and a comforting chair can make all the difference in turning it into a calm and pretty room rather than a purely functional area. 

Having something soft underfoot is key, too, so either continue in the carpet from the bedroom or pick up a thick pile rug to finish the space.

9. Go bespoke

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For a dressing room that truly has it all, there’s nothing quite like bespoke fitted furniture. This Neville Johnson room has a feeling a luxury throughout, with thoughtful storage the name of the game. 

‘Abundant storage space has been built in through tailored touches including open shelving – a classic handbag or shoe storage idea – with an incorporated solid wood ladder with a built-in rail, providing easy access to all possessions, as well as adding an interesting dimension to the arrangement of the room,’ says Simon Tcherniak, Senior Furniture Designer at Neville Johnson.

‘A co-ordinating island has been added to the room for additional drawer space and to create a stylish focal point.’

10. Take it to the top

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The biggest concern when installing a dressing room is, without a doubt, fitting in enough storage. No matter what your space, careful planning can help ensure you make the most of what you’ve got to maximise every inch. Look to typically neglected areas, such as the space above the doorframe, to add in extra shelving.

For your wardrobes, be realistic about how high up you should go. Aim for where you can reach hangers comfortably and not have your longer pieces dragging on the floor, then build extra cupboards above for seasonal items, or other pieces which you don’t require regular access to. 

11. Create a sleek niche

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For homes with limited space, like country cottages or coastal hideaways, consider a sleek tucked away dressing table instead of a traditional dressing room.  

This small bedroom idea discreetly sits amongst the wardrobe doors and, providing ready access to clothing while still providing a welcome space to sit and indulge in glamor when getting ready to leave the home. A clever addition of concertina doors means that space is saved in the room even when opened, and a neat stool can be easily slipped underneath the table. 

Consider painting the inside of a dressing table niche like this in a fun pop of color, or cover with a pretty wallpaper to make it truly feel like you’re opening up the doors to a new space.

12. Utilize a compact space

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A bedroom with en suite is on many people’s home wish list, but getting the two to work in harmony can be challenging. Not so with this compact dressing room designed by Suzy Hoodless, which creates a calm pause between sleeping and bathing zones. 

Taking inspiration from the pale-pink bedroom walls, Suzy created a ‘strong but complementary contrast’ by painting the whole dressing room space in Little Greene’s Theatre Red. As it’s on the darker side, good lighting was crucial. 

‘It’s lit simply with downlighters on the ceiling, and the cupboards are illuminated inside,’ says Suzy. ‘The sliding doors don’t interfere with the space and create a sense of easy flow.’

13. Channel a bygone era

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Flamboyantly romantic wallpaper paired with plain stonewashed linen and a silky soft carpet, continued from the adjoining bedroom, creates a luxurious, cocooning feel in this inviting dressing room. 

For more inspiration on using tactile texture, explore our curtain closet ideas.

14. Create your own salon

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Consider customized storage when designing a dressing room space. A bespoke cabinet maker will incorporate every item to be stored, from jackets and long dresses to sportswear, ensuring that the space suits a client’s requirements. 

The overall effect is that of your own salon, where you can try out new looks, and get a second opinion by providing somewhere for others to sit.  

In addition, it is important to have a place to lay out and accessorise outfits. Seating areas, full-length mirrors and dressing table ideas are all worth consideration if you have room. 

15. Get creative with wallpaper

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Fitted wardrobes need not be dull or conventional. A dressing room is the perfect place to experiment with style. An inventive way to soften a wall of wardrobe doors in a dressing room is to cover them with a pretty wallpaper.

16. Opt for pure artistry

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Celebrate the exuberant charm of murals and statement wallcoverings. The painterly mural covering the doors of the built-in wardrobe creates a focal point in this glamorous area, offset by smart brass detailing and soft pink walls.

  1. Start by looking at everything you own – clothes, shoes and accessories – and work out what storage you need. Designer Nathalie de Leval says, ‘Thinking about how you store clothes – whether you prefer hanging or folding – helps define what you need. ’
  2. Assess what you use the most. ‘Which items do you reach for daily? Having them closer to hand will make mornings effortless,' Interior designer Louise Bradley recommends.
  3. Avoid repetition. Deborah Bass, creative director of Base Interior, counsels against too much uniform storage. ‘Have freestanding items as well – an antique chest, for instance – to avoid that show-home look,’ she says.
  4. Get the lighting right. This is crucial for dressing and make-up. Downlights can be harsh, so think about integrating LED strips into joinery, says Sally Storey, creative director of John Cullen Lighting. ‘They’re easy to install behind downstands above doors, in cupboards or under eaves. Soften with dimmers, so you can’t see the LED dots.’ 
  5. With dressing tables, ensure your face is lit evenly. ‘This can be achieved by back- or front-lighting the mirror, or having wall lights either side,’ says Sally. 
  6. Don’t forget touch and sound. ‘Choose handles carefully and ensure drawers slide smoothly,’ says Nathalie de Leval. Line drawers with velvet or wool to protect accessories, dampen noise and add an extra tactile element. Cedarwood shelves protect against moths and have a delicious scent.
  7. Consider the impact of wardrobe doors. Think of them as part of the room design. ‘Paper-backed fabric is a lovely way to add texture – we often use grasscloth from Thibaut,’ says Lucy Barlow, creative director of Barlow & Barlow. 
  8. Pick materials carefully. ‘Gravitate towards natural materials like timber, rattan and linen in bedrooms and dressing rooms,’ says Deborah Bass. You can also use mirrors on doors, but if you’d rather not, try Deborah’s canny technique. ‘Have mirrored panels inside the doors, and a freestanding mirror you can move around.’

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How much space do you need for a dressing room?

Few of us have the perfect set-up. If you can, says Philippa Thorp, director of Thorp, locate a wardrobe between the bedroom and bathroom, so you can dress after showering. ‘We like to design all three rooms as a self-contained suite so there’s no rushing around in your towel.’ 

In tighter spaces, such as corridors or eaves, build to fit as much as possible – shallow niches are ideal for shoe shelves. Pocket doors are good for awkward spaces, says Sandrine Zhang Ferron, founder of Vinterior. ‘They won’t impact the space either side, so you may gain more room.’

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What are the latest dressing room trends?

'The current trend is for 'his and hers' dressing rooms. Sleek, masculine black walnut with mirrored detailing creates an ideal masculine look, while a hand-painted collection with exquisite details such as mother-of-pearl and silver has a more feminine feel. Beautiful materials also help create a glamorous dressing space.' 

'Examples of these include antiqued mirror, silver leaf and opalescent paint finishes for cabinetry and glass dressing table tops complemented by ornate handles,' says Steven de Munnich, Design Director, Smallbone of Devizes.

7 original ideas for creating a dressing room in a small apartment :: Design :: RBC Real Estate

In the house, you can allocate a separate room for clothes, shoes and accessories. But the owners of a small living space also do not need to part with the dream. RBC Real Estate has collected tips on arranging a dressing room in a typical apartment

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Many old houses have a small utility room, and sometimes architects include it in new apartments. In the pantry it is customary to store a vacuum cleaner and cleaning products, skis used once a year and things that you do not need, but “suddenly come in handy”. If this is the case, feel free to disassemble the trash and get rid of the excess. A couple of square meters is enough for hangers, shoe racks and a mirror on the wall.

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This example will appeal to those who have bought an open-plan apartment and build walls themselves. Allocate the necessary area for the dressing room, it can be adjacent to the bedroom or living room. Conveniently, unlike living rooms, you don't have to worry about lighting through windows. There will be enough artificial light in the dressing room.

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If you like to pick up your outfits in daylight, it's best to take care of moving the dressing room to the window. The easiest way to do this is in corner apartments, where there are two of them on adjacent walls. Keep in mind that by separating one of the windows for a small dressing room, you will significantly reduce the level of natural light in the remaining space; consider additional light sources in advance.

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Any built-in wardrobe against the wall will take up more space and reduce the room. The solution is to hang open shelves and make overhead compartments. This photo is an excellent example of the rational use of space. At the exit from the bedroom, the designer has equipped a full-fledged dressing room, where a dressing table fits, and a staircase leads to the mezzanine, which looks like a decorative element. The disadvantage of this format is the dust that will inevitably collect on open things, so many people prefer to close such wardrobes with doors.

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You can also separate a part of the bedroom for a dressing room with the help of curtains. To do this, stretch the cornice between opposite walls. It will hide hanging or built-in shelves and clothes rails. A great option for a small room where you don't want to put a bulky closet.

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Curtains can be moved a little further from the wall to leave room for maneuver. When they are open, the dressing room is well lit, and the rest of the time it is closed from prying eyes. You can arrange such a room on the side or at the head of the bed, as in the photo.

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If you have a covered balcony or loggia, they are perfect for organizing your wardrobe. An inexpensive option is clothes on floor hangers and shoes on shelves. If you want to avoid dust, make built-in closed cabinets. An indisputable plus is a lot of light. Keep in mind that this option is only suitable for fully heated balconies, it is unlikely that anyone will like to change clothes at sub-zero temperatures in winter.

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For a room with clothes, it is not necessary to limit a large space of a rectangular or square shape. Try to locate the dressing room in a small corner of the apartment, which can be separated by partitions, sliding doors or curtains. It is important to consider not only the internal content, but also the use of walls from the outside, so as not to lose functional meters.

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Interesting ideas for a dressing room

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It is difficult to imagine a modern home of a successful and fashion-conscious person without a dressing room. But in order for all this variety of clothes, shoes and accessories to become not just another chaotic heap stuffed on the shelves and hanging untidy on hangers, certain organizational and distribution work should be carried out.

The dressing room design ideas proposed in this article are not so much a decorative and aesthetic improvement in its appearance as a real help in creating absolute order and saving the space allotted for the existence of clothes. Indeed, for many girls and women, storing clothes is an integral and significant part of life.

Color range

Not so little depends on the color of the walls and shelves, namely, the perception of wardrobe items and oneself in them. The color palette can be based on anything: the color of the eyes, the overall tone of the wardrobe, even the shade of a set of hangers brought from European fashion boutiques. It is recommended to follow the only rule: the color of the dressing room should not "clog" the clothes themselves - it is for this reason that bright, flashy tones and a large contrasting pattern are excluded. If you have any difficulties with the choice, stop at white: dressing rooms in white are always a win-win solution.

Design

In the dressing room, everything should be thought out to the smallest detail: open drawers and doors should not interfere with each other; if the cabinets are too shallow in depth, they will not allow you to comfortably place hangers of the right size, and excessively deep ones will irrationally take up free space. Closely hung clothes with a lack of space will stop breathing and lose their attractive appearance and brightness of colors.

Drawers and rails

The use of various retractable structures is undoubtedly much more convenient than the usual static shelves. Why? Because it is much more convenient to find the right thing in a drawer, and if they are also made with a transparent mesh surface, then you don’t have to shake all the carefully stacked items at all.

The pull-out rods on which the hangers are placed are also something worth paying attention to, since it undoubtedly also increases the convenience of finding a certain piece of clothing.

Lighting

Built into niches with rows of hangers and clothes placed on it, lamps or LED lights on shelves with shoes will give the dressing room a somewhat magical sound. Unlike general lighting, located somewhere up there, under the ceiling, such lighting allows you to examine in detail and find the necessary thing.

Proper lighting should be as close to natural as possible: it should not be too bright, distort or muffle the colors of fabrics.

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Mirrors

If the size of your dressing room allows, it should certainly contain the most naturally lit full-length mirror , it is much better if there are not one, but three such mirrors: full face and two profiles, left and right. This trick will allow you to carefully examine and evaluate your appearance in the selected outfit.

Mirrors can be either a separate item or built into cabinet doors, which will save overall space. You can also make the back wall of the dressing room mirrored if it is small in size: made with backlight, it will visually enlarge the dressing room and become a useful addition for its hostess.

Zone separation

This technique is possible with significant areas allocated for the dressing room: dividing the space into zones. Zoning can be organized according to perfectly different criteria :

• seasonal division - summer clothes, winter or demi-season;

• a separate zone for each member of the family;

• depending on the purpose of and area of ​​use - sportswear, casual wear, evening wear, etc.;

• color palette - white, dark, red, etc.

Such dressing rooms are often equipped with a comfortable place to relax: a sofa with a coffee table or a comfortable ottoman, which, if there is a hollow interior space, can also become an original storage place.

For men and women

Yes, the dressing room has its own character. Designed for men, it should have a more concise and strict style, with a predominance of gray, black or beige tones and specific clear lines. If it's a purely feminine nook, the dressing room has much softer touches, fittings and tones. You can "dress" it in covers and boxes created in the same style. A variety of collections of covers and wardrobe trunks are now produced.

Top shelves


Of course, any space, and even more so the space of the dressing room, should be used to the fullest - and here shelving, cabinets and mezzanines to the ceiling will come to the rescue. But how then to get there? A stylish solution instead of a traditional stool can be a convenient and reliable ladder . Now getting to the uppermost "floors" is not at all a problem: without fear of falling, with the help of a stable ladder, you can carefully examine what is stored there and choose the right one.

On the upper shelves, it is still recommended to store things that are not very popular or not suitable for the season. The use of wardrobe trunks, covers for clothes and boxes will help to prevent a thick layer of dust from settling on these wardrobe items.

Cabinet doors

They may or may not be. If they are nevertheless assumed, then the material used for them is important:

• solid plastic or wooden doors will give a completely monumental look not only to the closet, but also to the dressing room as a whole;

• but glass doors will bring elegance and weightlessness to - besides, they allow you to instantly assess the contents of the cabinet, which, of course, in this case should be in exemplary order.

The opaque wardrobe door can be used as additional storage space: if the depth of the wardrobe allows, it is quite possible to place a hanging organizer for bags or a special shelf for shoes, underwear or accessories on the door. If the closet is not so deep, then specialized hangers for scarves, ties, belts and belts will be safely and comfortably located on the door.

And remember: closed wardrobes always give the impression of neatness and tidiness , even if in reality there is a pile of unsorted dresses and jeans behind the door.

Simple Solutions

Often, instead of a chic dressing room, you have to literally bite off the space of other rooms by centimeters. One of the very affordable ideas for the optimal use of living space can be a ceiling bar purchased at any furniture store, on which, with the right selection of hangers in harmony with the overall interior of the room, you can very successfully place everyday clothes.

Pantograph (or "furniture lift")


Not all the owners of a large wardrobe know about this thing, but in many ways it is able to make life easier for both clothes and its owner. A kind of "furniture lift" has a fairly simple design and is designed to raise a horizontal bar with hangers to the required height. Usually they are equipped with high cabinets: a bar raised under the cabinet ceiling allows you to comfortably place long items (coats, raincoats and fur coats) or short items (blouses, shirts, skirts), while leaving enough space to fill with other things or shoes in the lower part.

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