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Vanity mirrors, no visualization skills here

9 years ago
Hello!!!

I need to select various vanity mirrors and I'm really struggling with visualizing what would look good. I'd love some help!

The colors may not be super representative but the tile is light gray and the penny tile has gray, beige, taupe.

Any thoughts on mirror options? Or other suggestions? Thank you as always.

Comments (34)

  • 9 years ago
    I thought this one could warm up space too
  • 9 years ago
    I really like the first mirrored one. One over each sink would be really nice!
  • 9 years ago
    Thank you! I agree!
  • 9 years ago
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    I like both the Bastian and the Henry Mirror. Agree the Bastian will warm the space up and give it a more rustic feel, while the Henry Mirror will give your bathroom a very modern & elegant feel. Both are pretty. What is the rest of your home like? Do you lean toward more casual or more modern/elegant?

    Could you order one of each with the option to return the one you do not want? I think seeing the mirrors in your space will really help you make a decision.

    You've made some great choices so far! Pretty bathroom. Good luck!

  • 9 years ago
    Thanks Karen! Well, I think the rest of the home would be "transitional" I guess?
  • PRO
    9 years ago

    What is the flooring?

  • 9 years ago
    Here's floor, but it is dusty so it is a bit darker.
  • 9 years ago
    Do a whole wall mirror!
  • PRO
    9 years ago

    I think the Henry would look great. Before I saw the options, I was picturing something with a bit of shine in the frame to add some flair to the neutral bathroom colors.

  • 9 years ago

    I wish someone would come along who could photoshop both mirrors in the room so that you could see how they look. AMP- I really don't think you can go wrong with either choice-both styles just feel different-one being more rustic and the other being more glamorous.

    From the last photo, your tiles looks like they are glass-really pretty!


  • 9 years ago
    Lovely bathroom. I'm not a fan of any of the ones you posted. Definitely not the thick wood frames or chrome-- too harsh. What I think looks so nice lately and gives you just a hint of moderness is a skinny framed mirror. It looks so elegant and pretty. And really blends well with your subway tile and other choices. What type of fixture are you using (ie nickel, bronze etc)
  • 9 years ago
    Thank you everyone so much for taking the time to respond!!! Fixtures are chrome. Kind of going for a vintage look but I like some modern touches! I really like the very thin frame mirrors too. They really are elegant!!!
  • 9 years ago
    I really like the tilting round or square mirrors. You could get two and put sconces in between. You can find them anywhere. Reasonable prices or expensive. We like ours as my husband can tilt as he is taller and I can tilt down as I am shorter.
  • 9 years ago
    Bathroom looked awesome.
  • 9 years ago
    Ha I was hoping you would say oil rub bronze or nickel. To me chrome is so harsh and cold. And your bathroom so elegant and warm. Have you thought about going with a softer toned fixture? Or is this a done deal. I don't mean to make you second guess and chrome certainly isn't going to ruin this room or anything. To me its just not what I picture in this room!
  • PRO
    9 years ago

    With a warm toned floor I would do a similar tone wood mirror. Definitely not a whole wall! Do one frame over each sink. Agree don't get too thick a frame. And don't skimp on size.

  • 9 years ago
    I love the mirrors in this bathroom. You would probably want bigger ones.
  • 9 years ago
    Or like this.
  • 9 years ago

    I also love some of the thin framed mirrors that have been suggested, but if you want to go with a silver-leaf frame, what about one that is a bit more distressed showing some wood undertones?

  • 9 years ago
    @shiningautumn888 yes,chrome is done deal. I just like it :). It reminds me of the 1940s cape we lived in.
  • 9 years ago
    Thanks for the suggestions! I am loving them all, so now, how to decide?
  • 9 years ago
    Have you checked out restoration hardware and pottery barn? They have lots of interesting vanity mirrors.
    Try using GIMP to help you visualize which you like best.

    I actually liked the thick wood mirror the best. Maybe something less thick though.
  • 9 years ago
    I would pick 2 or 3 and buy them then bring them in to the room. Do you live in a city that has stores so you could buy versus ordering? Returning a mirror is tricky bc you have to tear up all the protective packaging to get it out of the box. So really try to find some options locally if you can. AlSO -- tape out the measurements of the ones you like on the wall using painters tape. That way you can at least narrow down a size range. The chrome fixtures will look great!! I definitely wouldn't do a chrome mirror though -- a different material will add interest and warmth.
  • 9 years ago

    I was going to suggest something like the dark wood -- you need some contrast in this otherwise very pale space. Those would do the job perfectly. Photoshop in a minute.

  • 9 years ago

    Ok, hard to balance the lighting, as I presume your walls are lighter than they look, but here's the gist.

  • 9 years ago
    I like the dark contrast but IMO thick framed wood like that is kind of dated. I dunno, just seems rustic whereas bathroom seems more elegant, spa like. Nice Photoshop job! I think something with a dark thin frame is the way to go -- bonus points of its a rounded rectangle but that is harder to find.
  • 9 years ago
    Wow!!!!! Thank you so much! That is so helpful! I really appreciate it. My computer skills are lacking in this dept! What about this one? But hubby won't allow brass.
  • 9 years ago
    I think you will need to decide how you want the bathroom to feel. The wood or mirror frames each give a very different "feel".
  • 9 years ago
    I love that selection you posted. What finish are you thinking? The black would probably look good. Then you could add art somewhere that had some black in it
  • 9 years ago
    @shiningautumn888 the wimpy part of me was thinking chrome
  • 9 years ago
    If you love chrome then do it! Some people like more if a mix but there is nothing wrong with having the same finishes. Seeing the chrome looking mirrored frame mirror in the 2nd photo shop above, makes me think it will look nice against your paint. Try taping out the exact size of that mirror above your sinks to make certain the scale is right before you buy.
  • PRO
    9 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    color ideas

  • 9 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Beautiful renderings, acm. The Henry complements the wall color, glass tiles, cabinets, and flooring so nicely. I love the idea of going with a thinner silver plated/chrome mirror, as well.

    Love the mirror from Pottery Barn in the chrome finish, BTW! Good idea to tape off the space to make sure the mirrors are a good fit.