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.
More: See more ways to make the most of your entry