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Trendy Bookshelf Decor: Ideas for a Stylish Look

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I love looking at aesthetic bookshelves online. Whether you’re a collector or minimalist, there is something about filling your shelf with books and trinkets that can bring excitement. I’m working on filling my bookshelf with items, so this was a per...
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Books

I think this one goes without saying. Don’t forget your books. The key is finding a nice balance between the books of your choice and decor. Whether you’re filling your shelf up with old college books, poetry books, or romance books, choose the books...

 
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A nice pop of color to add to your bookshelf!
Real Books by Color™ | Office or Home Decor, Wedding Display, Photo Prop, Staging, Shelf Decoration, Interior Designer | PRICE is PER 1 BOOK
 
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A great contemporary romance read! If you love a brother's best friend/billionaire/grumpy x sunshine romance, this one is for you!
Twisted Love a book by Ana Huang
 
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A 3 for 1 deal! Hot, hot, hot men and a forced proximity trope!
Three Swedish Mountain Men a book by Lily Gold
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* fake dating * sports romance * hockey players * steamy and spicy * age gap
Right Man, Right Time a book by Meghan Quinn
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One of my favorite books! Have it on my shelf & love to read it for some self-love and poetry and prose!
Inward (The Inward Trilogy)

Sculptures, Vases, & Framed Photographs

Decorative objects such as sculptures, vases, or framed photographs are a nice way to insert a different visual aesthetic to break up your arrangement of books. Wherever you place these objects can complement the colors and themes of your books.

 
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A way to incorporate both books and flowers, I think this is a nice sublte decor touch!
Puransen Bookend Vase for Flowers - Clear - B
 
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very cute, vintage, and whimsical. Perfect to put flowers in
Assorted 6" Ceramic Book Vase by Ashland®, 1pc.
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perfect mini glass vase to add flowers and color to make it stand out
Assorted Mini Glass Vase by Ashland®, 1pc.
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i love ceramics and these look so cute to add flowers to
Assorted 3.6" Butterfly Ceramic Vase by Ashland®, 1pc.
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perfect sculpture to add next to a candle on your shelf
Ozzptuu Sandstone Thinker Abstract Sculpture
 
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mini cute accents, perfect and shiny so they will stand out!
Dawbun 2 Gold Small Animal Moon Statue Decor

Plants

Bring color and life to your bookshelf by adding some small potted plants or succulents. As a girl who is not the best at taking care of plants, I suggest plants that thrive indoors and require minimal maintenance. Fake plants are also the way to go.

 
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cute fake plant to add to your booksheld and let it hang for color and greenery!
Whonline Fake Hanging Plants, 1 Pack
 
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3 cute plants that you can style and put in baskets for added decor or just use to hang off your shelves!
Sggvecsy Fake Hanging Plants 3 Pack Eucalyptus
 
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So cute, adds character & you're able to decorate the faces!
Der Rose 2 Packs Fake Succulents for Decor
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simple, cute fake plants, perfect for decor
Der Rose 4 Packs Small Fake Plants with Flowers
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cute to put in vases!
ZIYOSTAR Mini Bricks Flower Bouquet, 547 Pieces
 
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what's better than real flowers? Lego flowers!
LEGO Sunflowers Building Kit, 40524

Bookends

Showcase unique bookends on your shelf that complement your book collection and overall aesthetic. These can range from vintage to modern and even sculptural pieces. Additionally, consider using bookends that are made from materials such as brass, ma...

 
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perfect subtle neutral decor
Cloud Bookends - Cloud Island™ White
 
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the wooden touch adds character and vintage feel
6" Springtime Butterflies Tabletop Bookend by Ashland®
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perfect for adding a summertime feel to your shelfs
8" Summer Unfinished Wood Sun Book Ends by Place & Time | JOANN
 
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simple and classic
2pcs Metal Decorative Book Ends (Black)
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Artwork & Random Trinkets

To personalize your bookshelf further, incorporate artwork or random trinkets. I love painting small artworks on mini canvases and putting them on my shelves. You can use small paintings or prints against the back of the shelf to display your favorit...

 
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This is acute decor especially if you're into crystals and spirituality. A great way to add color and breakup the textures of your bookshelf!
Chakra Tree - Crystal Tree Of Life - Gemstone Tree
 
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Perefect for the romance girlies that love spice!
Library Sign | Street sign | book sign | bookish decor
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the miniest and cutest art
Mini Art Set by Make Market®

Lighting

I love lights, especially fairy lights. You can consider adding fairy lights or small LED strip lights to illuminate the shelves and create a warm and cozy ambiance.

 
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cute mini way to add light and nature to your shelf
18ct. Cherry Blossom LED Crafting Lights by Ashland®
 
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another cute way to bring in color and flowers and light to your shelves
18ct. Purple Rose LED Crafting Lights by Ashland®