[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"blog-detail-7-secrets-to-styling-your-shelves":3,"blog-related-7-secrets-to-styling-your-shelves":37},{"id":4,"slug":5,"title":6,"subtitle":7,"bodyHtml":8,"heroImageUrl":9,"heroImageAlt":7,"authorName":10,"authorImageUrl":7,"publishedDt":11,"categories":12,"tags":17,"products":29,"inlineProducts":30,"seo":31},256,"7-secrets-to-styling-your-shelves","7 Expert Interior Design Secrets to Styling Shelves",null,"\u003Cp class=\"p1\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">When you look up at your big empty shelves, it can feel like you're a painter staring at an empty canvas or a writer contemplating a blank page. The thought of styling shelves is overwhelming, to be less verbose. And it is often difficult to know how to start. \u003Cstrong>\u003Cem>How do I arrange everything to look good? How should I group items together? Should I arrange by size or by color? \u003C/em>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp class=\"p1\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">If you're anything like us at \u003Cem>The Kuotes\u003C/em>, these are the kinds of home decor questions that keep you up at night. Luckily, we're here to provide you with some insider tips to vanquish your shelf decorating nightmares and give your home a strong, pulled together look. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">In short, if you're wondering how to style a shelf, you've come to the right place!\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/designservices?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=stylingshelves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-32453\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/02_05_25_DB_Blog_Banner.gif\" alt=\"banner\" width=\"1200\" height=\"300\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong>Shelf Styling Tip #1. How to Style Shelves in a Living Room? Begin with a Tabula Rasa\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Although to many this may seem like an easy, self-explanatory step, it is often the most forgotten or ignored rule of shelf decorating. Edit. \u003Cem>\u003Cstrong>Get rid of any clutter that should be thrown out\u003C/strong>\u003C/em>, eliminate anything that you don't use anymore, and donate anything that may still be good but you just no longer love. A frequent shelf mistake we see is styling with too many (frequently small) objects. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Think of it this way: the more items you have on a shelf, the less of an impact each individual item is going to make. Some pieces are even large and dramatic enough to stand alone on a shelf. Having a few small decorative objects you love is okay when styling shelves, but \u003Cem>\u003Cstrong>make sure you retain a healthy mix of decor\u003C/strong>\u003C/em> and keep nothing beyond what you need, especially when it comes to living room shelves.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cscript src=\"https://cdn.dashhudson.com/web/js/board-carousel-embed.js\" type=\"text/javascript\" data-name=\"dhboard-carousel\" data-gallery-id=\"463362\" data-row-size=\"1.35\" data-gap-size=\"1\" data-mobile-row-size=\"1.35\" data-mobile-gap-size=\"1\" data-call-to-action=\"shop_now\" >\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; 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font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>Shop the Look\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/2532-Large-Decorative-Inch-Coastal-Beach-White-Clam-Shell-Bowl/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=shelfstyle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-32779\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_2532.jpg\" alt=\"clam shell bowl\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/99843-JohnRichard-Modern-Classic-Green-Lambs-Ear-Clear-Glass-Floral-Faux-Floral/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=shelfstyle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-28372\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/John-Richard-Modern-Classic-Green-Lambs-Ear-Clear-Glass-Floral-Faux-Floral.jpg\" alt=\"greenery\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; 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font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/133933-Baobab-Collection-Les-Exclusives-Roseum-Pink-Glass-Scented-Candle-Small/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=shelfstyle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-32472\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_133933.jpg\" alt=\"candle\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/99652-Palecek-Nova-Modern-Classic-Natural-White-Limestone-Decorative-Vase-Set-of/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=shelfstyle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-29738\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Palecek-Nova-Modern-Classic-Natural-White-Limestone-Decorative-Vase.jpg\" alt=\"vases\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"content-column one_half\" style=\"text-align: center;\">\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"content-column one_half\">\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong>Shelf Styling Tip \u003C/strong>\u003Cstrong>#2. Party in the Back\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cp class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Now that you have everything cleared off and edited down, \u003Cem>\u003Cstrong>consider the bookshelf itself before you begin\u003C/strong>\u003C/em>. Don't like what you're working with? Explore \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/bookcases-display-cases?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=stylingshelves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">our collection of standout bookshelves and display cases\u003C/a> for a shelving update. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Or, if you have a built-in bookcase, try dressing up the back of the unit with paint, fabric, or wallpaper for a stunning transformation. Drawing attention to the back of a shelf creates a sense of depth that can otherwise get lost, and it can \u003Cem>\u003Cstrong>provide a complementary or contrasting element\u003C/strong>\u003C/em> to the shelf decor itself. Just look at the photo above and below for some inspiration!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>Shelf Styling Tip \u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>#3. Choose a Color Palette\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cp class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Like with most things related to interior design, it is important to have a clear and consistent color palette when styling shelves. For example, in a space with with a beachy and coastal feel, white books and creamy built-in shelves make for a \u003Cem>\u003Cstrong>rich and airy feel\u003C/strong>\u003C/em>. Mix in the nickel and steel metallic decor, and the room looks complete and effortlessly sophisticated. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">As you read this post and scroll through the images, you'll find that whether bright, neutral, or \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProdGroup/shelf-decor?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=stylingshelves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">moody\u003C/a>, the palette for \u003Cem>\u003Cstrong>a successfully styled shelf typically consists of a base color and then a metallic accent color\u003C/strong>\u003C/em>. This is generally good practice, but don't be afraid to experiment and bend the rules and throw a third complementary color in there.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\u003C/div>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cscript src=\"https://cdn.dashhudson.com/web/js/board-carousel-embed.js\" type=\"text/javascript\" data-name=\"dhboard-carousel\" data-gallery-id=\"463363\" data-row-size=\"1.35\" data-gap-size=\"1\" data-mobile-row-size=\"1.35\" data-mobile-gap-size=\"1\" data-call-to-action=\"shop_now\" >\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/script>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cem>Click to shop!\u003C/em>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>Shop the Look\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/55439-Phillips-Collection-Modern-Gold-Interior-White-Shallow-Broken-Egg-Decorative-Bowl/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=shelfstyle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-33150\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_55439.jpg\" alt=\"bowl\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/126232-Leo-Coastal-Beach-Natural-Rattan-Blue-Woven-Resin-Counter-Stool/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=shelfstyle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-33181\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_126232.jpg\" alt=\"chair\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/126443-Juliska-Country-Estate-Garden-Follies-Delft-Blue-Ceramic-Decorative-Ginger-Jar/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=shelfstyle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-32985\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_126443.jpg\" alt=\"ginger jar\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/112886-Gunner-Coastal-Beach-Blue-Porcelain-Decorative-Table-Vase-Small/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=shelfstyle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-26648\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_112887.jpg\" alt=\"vase\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/35954-Angel-French-Country-Pink-Phalaenopsis-Orchid-Drop-In-Faux-Floral-Small/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=shelfstyle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-25029\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_35954.jpg\" alt=\"faux floral\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/21635-Villa-House-Olive-Branch-Gold-Leaf-Metal-White-Marble-Base-Sculpture/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=shelfstyle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-31503\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_21635.jpg\" alt=\"sculpture\" width=\"499\" height=\"499\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003C/div>\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"content-column one_half\">\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong>Shelf Styling Tip \u003C/strong>\u003Cstrong>#4. Add Artwork\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cp class=\"p1\">\u003Cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/wall-art?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=stylingshelves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan class=\"s3\">Artwork\u003C/span>\u003C/a> is typically an overlooked accessory that works wonders on a shelf.\u003Cem>\u003Cstrong> It adds personality, and it allows you to express your design creativity\u003C/strong>\u003C/em>. Just prop a piece up, or even hang larger pieces over the cross-section of the moulding for a more “library” look. Artwork also draws the eye to the back of the shelf and allows for a more visually layered look that has depth. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp class=\"p1\">\u003Cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Keep in mind when styling shelves, that \u003Cem>\u003Cstrong>artwork takes up a lot of shelf real estate\u003C/strong>\u003C/em>, so it is a better solve for larger shelves (instead of crowding large shelves with too many small objects).\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003C/div>\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong>Shelf Styling Tip \u003C/strong>\u003Cspan class=\"s1\">\u003Cb>#5. Have a Healthy Mix\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cp class=\"p1\">\u003Cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">This is the part that makes shelf styling so much fun! Explore our \u003Cspan class=\"s3\">collection of decor\u003C/span> and add all of your pretty items! Objects, sculptures, collections, vessels, flowers…you name it. \u003Cem>\u003Cstrong>The key is to provide a healthy mix and to think sculptural\u003C/strong>\u003C/em>, especially when working with built in bookshelves. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp class=\"p1\">\u003Cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">A tip we adore at Kathy Kuo Home is to use an organic material for a \u003Cem>\u003Cstrong>super refreshing look\u003C/strong>\u003C/em>, like \u003Cspan class=\"s3\">petrified wood slices\u003C/span> or \u003Cspan class=\"s3\">a beautiful shell\u003C/span>.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"content-column one_half\" style=\"text-align: center;\">\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003C/div>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cscript src=\"https://cdn.dashsocial.com/web/js/board-carousel-embed.js\" type=\"text/javascript\" data-name=\"dhboard-carousel\" data-gallery-id=\"4657815\" data-row-size=\"1.34\" data-gap-size=\"1.34\" data-mobile-row-size=\"1.34\" data-mobile-gap-size=\"2\" data-call-to-action=\"Shop Now!\">\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; 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font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong>Shelf Styling Tip \u003C/strong>\u003Cstrong>#6. How to Style Bookshelves? \u003C/strong>\u003Cspan class=\"s1\">\u003Cb>Hit the Books\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003C/div>\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"content-column one_half\">\r\n\u003Cp class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\">\u003Cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Whether you’re a big reader with a library full of fun novels, or you just have a few favorites that you use for styling, shelf decorating should start with \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/942-Design-Aficionado-Coffee-Table-Books-Set-of-Traditional\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan class=\"s3\">books\u003C/span>\u003C/a>. How to start? \u003Cem>\u003Cstrong>Group your books into small stacks and position them both vertically and horizontally\u003C/strong>\u003C/em> with color peppered evenly throughout for a curated yet pulled-together look. Grouping by color is an alternate method, but this styling technique should only be used if you have a \u003Cem>lot\u003C/em> of books on your shelf and each color will have enough books for a sizable stack. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\">\u003Cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cem>\u003Cstrong>Grouping by color is also best for styling a shelf that contains mostly books instead\u003C/strong>\u003C/em> of a vignette of different objects. The number of books in each stack will vary depending on the size of your books and the height and width of your shelves, but stacks should generally include three or more books at minimum. More than twelve or fifteen books might be too many.  \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\">\u003Cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">We also like to \u003Cem>\u003Cstrong>play with how stacks on a shelf are arranged\u003C/strong>\u003C/em>: some shelves can have all vertical stacks, some all horizontal, and some can mix it up!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\u003C/div>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong>Shelf Styling Tip\u003C/strong> \u003Cstrong>#7. \u003C/strong>\u003Cspan class=\"s1\">\u003Cb>Style, Style, Style\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003C/div>\r\n\u003Cp class=\"p1\">\u003Cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Okay, so now you have all of your shelf styling essentials... But this is only half the battle! The last step is to blend together all of the aforementioned tips effortlessly for a \u003Cem>\u003Cstrong>fresh and cohesive look\u003C/strong>\u003C/em>. Mix together texture, size, and tone, but be sure to keep to a singular color palette or style. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp class=\"p1\">\u003Cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">For more styling tips, take a look at \u003Cspan class=\"s3\">our \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProdGroup/shelf-decor?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=stylingshelves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">moody, black and gold bookshelf\u003C/a>\u003C/span> as an example. Move things around to see how they look in different places, and take time to play with different groupings (\u003Cstrong>\u003Cem>Pro Tip: Odd numbers tend to look better in a group than even numbers\u003C/em>\u003C/strong>). 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