Monday, October 14, 2024

35 Stylish Coffee Table Books for the Ultimate Living Room Aesthetic

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This makes an ideal gift for the travel partner who makes sure to consult all the “Best of” lists and travel guides before planning an itinerary. (Speaking of travel guides, have you checked out ELLE Escapes?)

Dimensions: Length: 10 inches; width: 7 inches; depth: 2 inches

Customer review: “Purchased as a birthday gift for a friend and it did not disappoint. the books are perfect for decorating but also incredibly functional.”

Whether you’re planning your next big trip or you just like to live vicariously through others, this book is filled with ways—big and small—to get the most out of life.

Dimensions: Length: 9.2 inches; width: 6.98 inches; depth: 1.4 inches

Customer review: “What a fun way to consider new and undiscovered places to vacation. We have already bookmarked places for our bucket list.”

If you, like me, are interested in honing a well-rounded (albeit surprising) set of life skills, this is the book for you.

Dimensions: Length: 8.75 inches; width: 7.25 inches; depth: 0.75 inches

Customer review: “We consider this book to be one of those staple books to have in your collection or a great coffee table book. Your guests will certainly find it interesting if you leave it out…highly recommend!”

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Collecting vinyl records is great, but this alternative is also pretty great.

Dimensions: Length: 7.7 inches; width: 5.8 inches; depth: 1.6 inches

Customer review: “Great book. Record album photos are clear and bring back many memories. There’s are album pictures on every page.”

Do you know a lot about art, or do you want people to think you know a lot about art? Either way, this is a good purchase.

Dimensions: Length: 9.95 inches; width: 8.55 inches; depth: 1.63 inches

Customer review: “Love this book. Not an art buff, but do appreciate all forms of art and enjoy knowing more about artists and their work.”

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This was the working title of my autobiography, but I guess it’s already been spoken for. Hear about some of the most unforgettable fêtes in modern history from the people who planned them.

Dimensions: Length: 11.3 inches; width: 8.85 inches; depth: 1.13 inches

Customer review: “I bought this book as a gift but I have to say…I have kept it for myself! It’s stunning from cover to cover with interesting hosting ideas and epic photographs.”

Mitchell Jackson’s Fly traces the long, intertwined history of basketball and style, from the days of Wilt Chamberlain to today’s obsession with the tunnel walk. With a mix of sharp commentary, criticism, interviews, and vivid photography, Jackson outlines how sartorial expression on and off the court ties into the culture at large.

Dimensions: Length: 12.3 inches; width: 9.3 inches; depth: 0.77 inches

Customer review: “This is a beautifully created book which not only highlights and showcases the style behind the NBA, but also the political and social commentary of each specific era that helped to inform style and style setters. It’s a book that our whole family enjoys!”

As long as you can prepare yourself for some inevitably toxic ads targeted at women by men, this new release from Taschen is simply destined to be full of gems that’ll make you say, “Can you believe this?”

Dimensions: Length: 8.5 inches; width: 6.1 inches

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For the Deal Hunter

YO2 Decorative Books, Set of 3

Decorative Books, Set of 3

For the Deal Hunter

YO2 Decorative Books, Set of 3

Coffee table books can get surprisingly pricey, but this minimalistic set from Amazon is the perfect option for anyone who’s looking to make their space look like a million bucks without spending a million bucks.

Dimensions: Length: 8.5 inches; width: 5.7 inches; depth: 3.15 inches (for the complete stack)

Customer review: “Great item for decoration. High-quality books as described and can be used as journals as well.”

While some people poo-poo on the current era of Instagram artistes, true visionaries know better than to underestimate any medium. This book is perfect for anyone who loves scrolling through Pinterest boards on the regular.

Dimensions: Length: 10.3 inches; width: 8.5 inches; depth: 1 inches

Customer review: “This book is so pretty! I got it to add some color to my nightstand, and it’s perfect. Not to mention the pictures on the inside are beautiful and really fun to flip through.”

A precarious balance of whimsy, sensuality, and reality, Petra Collins and Euphoria star Alexa Demie offer an artistic interpretation of the folklore we’re told and the stories we tell ourselves.

Dimensions: Length: 11.24 inches; width: 9.34 inches; depth: 1.01 inches

Customer review: “This is a sexy book with appealing supernatural characters that are sexy and something I wouldn’t mind to see in movies. Beautifully designed and creative.”

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If you know me, you know that I love a good toast. Don’t even think about ordering a drink if you aren’t going to clink glasses with me. I’m adding this one to my personal reading list.

Dimensions: Length: 7.5 inches; width: 5.5 inches; depth: 0.5 inches

Customer review: “It does have a variety to choose from. I especially liked those that were about friends. I like the way the book is divided into sections so you don’t need to look at every page.”

I don’t care who you are or how old you are—no matter what season of life you’re in—this book hits exactly where you need it to every single time.

Dimensions: Length: 11.5 inches; width: 8.5 inches

Customer review: “An absolute gem of a children’s book that transcends age and speaks directly to the heart. It is a perfect gift, especially for graduation, as it instills a powerful message of hope, resilience, and the limitless possibilities that lie ahead.”

Can you imagine being one of Warhol’s contemporaries and running in the same circles as the iconic artist? What a life.

Dimensions: Length: 11.81 inches; width: 9.33 inches; depth: 1.54 inches

Customer review: “Amazing look into Warhol’s photographs. Very cool to see the Crowd he hung out with: The Kennedys, Diana Ross, Jack Nicholson, Basquiat, and many more.”

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It’s not for everyone, but if you dabble, you know it’s an art form. This small hardcover book is everything you want it to be: informative, easy-to-follow, and surprisingly funny.

Dimensions: Length: 6.25 inches; width: 6.3 inches; depth: 0.85 inches

Customer review: “It’s easy to think you know everything there is to know about rolling a j, and on the flip side, it can be intimidating looking in on the cannabis community from the outside. This book is perfect for both those crowds and everything in between! It covers all the basics you would need while also sprinkling in niche stories and facts. I found it easily approachable and informative.”

For the Empath

St. Martin’s Press Humans of New York

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For the Empath

St. Martin’s Press Humans of New York

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Humans of New York was one of the first Instagram accounts to go viral. Not only do the endearing posts make prime internet fodder, they’re also examples of storytelling at its finest.

Dimensions: Length: 9.14 inches; width: 7.28 inches; depth: 0.95 inches

Customer review: “Everyone should have a copy of this book to remind us that we are simply human and unique in our own being.”

From Everything Everywhere All at Once and Uncut Gems to Midsommar and Moonlight, everything A24 touches turns to indie gold…including the state of Florida?

Dimensions: Length: 8.5 inches; width: 6.5 inches

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Photographer Oscar Abolafia has captured some of the most prolific celebrity portraits of all time. I’m talking Elvis, Audrey Hepburn, and Grace Jones, to name just a few.

Dimensions: Length: 10.35 inches; width: 7.61 inches; depth: 1.34 inches

Customer review: “Dope. My wife and I actually used this book as our one we had everyone sign at our wedding!! They found a celeb they felt they liked or connected with and left a sweet message for us. It was a total hit!”

Los Angeles is one of the most storied towns in the U.S. of A. See its dazzling history in color with this tome from Taschen.

Dimensions: Length: 13.6 inches; width: 10.4 inches; depth: 1.8 inches

Customer review: “This coffee table book is so much more than a coffee table book. It is a comprehensive and broad-spectrum visual and written evaluation of the city of Los Angeles and surrounding cities. Wonderful pictures, great information, a real pleasure to peruse, and a learning experience as well.”

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Meg Donohue

Associate Fashion Commerce Editor

Meg is the Associate Fashion Commerce Editor at ELLE.com where she researches trends, tests products, and looks for answers to all your burning questions. She also co-writes a monthly column, Same Same But Different. Meg has previously written for Cosmopolitan and Town & Country. Her passions include travel, buffalo sauce, and sustainability. She will never stop hoping for a One Direction reunion tour.

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