I’m always so envious of homes with gorgeous entryways. It is a sign the rest of the house is going to be amazing also. Now most of my new flat is settled, I’m beginning to daydream about creating a simple, trendy and practical entryway. And hopefully now I will have somewhere to put all my mail, keys and spare change. — Chelsea out of Lovely Indeed

IKEA

Stockholm Sofa Table, Black – $199

A perfect way to start decorating your entry is to find a fantastic table. I enjoy one with a long, narrow silhouette that is functional but nevertheless amazing.

One Kings Lane

Medium, Powerstone Round Tray

In my property, change and keys are constantly. Perhaps if I put a gorgeous dish like this in my entryway, I’d never lose my keys again!

Urban Home

Mercury Basket – $27.99

If a tray will not cut it, how about a cool bowl? I’d love to leave my husband’s mail within this Mercury basket.

One Kings Lane

Heart Shaped Chalk/Magnet Board

An entryway is the best spot to leave small reminders. Snag a candy chalkboard such as this one (it’s magnetic also) to perform the job.

The Foundary

Clover Peel and Stick Botanicals Wall Decals

For a simple way to dress up your entryway without paint, try out a wall decal. It is a trendy, unexpected touch — and 100 percent noncommittal for all those decor-phobes.

Anthropologie

Drawing Study Bench – $1,400

If a catchall table isn’t your style, choose a cool bench for the entryway. This one from Anthropologie is long and slender and has a fantastic shape.

Peekaboo Clear Console – $379

For smaller distances, a little Lucite table is an wonderful option. It will not overwhelm your entry, but it will still hold all your goodies.

DwellStudio

Remsen Lamp – $480

Leave a light on to welcome you home! I believe a lamp on an entry desk is such a cozy thing to come home to.

Anthropologie

Magnifying Glass Sconce – $498

No space for a table lamp? Grab a few unusual sconces to flank your entry. These from Anthropologie possess a terrific vintage vibe.

Ballard Designs

Bone Sunburst Mirror – $269

I love last-minute mirror checks along the way out the door. A gorgeous, round, announcement mirror similar to this one would do just fine.

The Land of Nod

Magic Carpet, Non-Flying Edition, Lavender – $99

Area rugs totally pull a room together! Put a rug with a fun routine in your entry. Just be certain it’s easily washable — all that foot traffic could be messy.

Zebra Patio Umbrella Stand – $149

I understand some Seattle folks are wondering where to put your umbrellas — get a fun umbrella stand and set it right alongside your entry table.

IKEA

Näsum Basket – $14.99

These folding baskets out of Ikea are super cheap and can house a boatload of stuff. Tuck a few under a desk or bench from the entry to collect shoes, bags and more.

Goal

Fuschia Poppy Wall Hanging – $34.99

A bright, bold print is a happy addition to an entryway. I adore this poppy print — it would be perfect over the black console table.

Urban Home

Ceramic Vase – $9.50

These small vases out of Urban Home would look amazing with or without flowers. I’d find all three because I just love things in threes.

Ballard Designs

Firenze Candlestick Holders – $49

Fill out your entry table with a few beautiful knickknacks. I love the shapes of these candleholders.

Ferm Living Shop

Diamond Hooks, Smoked Oak – $75

I’m totally dying for all these wall hooks out of Ferm Living! The geometric shape is just right, and they’d be a simple method to add just a tiny hanging area to your entry.

Lowe’s

Oil-Rubbed Bronze Hall Tree – $49.99

If the hooks just will not cut it and you also want a bit more hanging area, perhaps a hall tree would be the thing to do. I enjoy the simple lines on this one.

Goal

Decorative Wooden Globe – $24.99

Include a few curiosities on your entry table. I love globes right now.

Amazon

Roman Numeral Design Wall Clock, Extra Large – $109.99

Don’t overlook a clock! Stay on time when you are running out the door, and place an wonderful oversize clock in your entry.

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