10 Nightstand Essentials that Every Girl Should Have for the Bedside Table

A well-designed and organized bedside table can make a big difference in how restful and relaxing your bedroom feels. The items you keep on your bedside table also impact your nighttime and morning routines.

In this post, I’ll share my top bedside table essentials that help create a peaceful, functional, and stylish bedside environment. From must-have lighting to clever organizational items, these are the bedside table staples that I recommend everyone have set up.

A thoughtfully composed, practical nightstand table makes your bedroom a more welcoming space and helps you start and end each day smoothly. Read on for an inside look at the bedside table essentials that I never want to live without!

Lately, I’ve been really into bedside table styling – I came across some nicely styled nightstands on Pinterest and thought I’d share today and give you some ideas for decorating on top! Here are my bedside table essentials for a practical and chic bedroom design.

Here are the Bedside Table Essentials for Everyone!

A Good Table Lamp

A table lamp is probably the largest item that will appear on your nightstand or bedside table so be sure to pick a good one :)

Scented Candle

I love relaxing before bed with the calming scent of a vanilla candle! A candle is definitely one of the best bedside table essentials you can have.

At Least One Picture Frame

I know this is kind of “teenager” but how cute is a picture frame of friends, family or loved ones next to your bed?

Fresh or Faux Flowers

If you can’t have fresh cuts every week, then pick up one of these “nearly natural” flower sets to give your bedside a feminine look.

Hand or Body Lotion

Am I the only one who loves putting on lotion before bed? Not to mention, sometimes I wake up early with super dry hands! Bedside lotion is the answer.

A Catch-All Tray

I love how some nightstands have drawers or at least shelves below to store any jewelry you forgot to take off or a sleeping mask!

A Clock

These are super cute decorative items which I think give any bedroom a touch of classic character!

A Good Book

It’s advised by doctors to stop looking at electronic devices 30 minutes before bed. So if you’re looking for something to do, pick up a good old-fashioned hardcover book! Here are my recommendations:

A Phone Charger

Placing a phone charger by your bedside table ensures that your device is easily accessible and fully charged for the day ahead. It also helps create a designated space for your phone, reducing clutter and promoting a more organized nighttime routine.

A Tissue Box

Having a tissue box by your bedside table provides convenient access for those late-night sneezes or sniffles, ensuring you’re prepared for any unexpected allergies or colds. It also adds a touch of comfort to your space, making it feel more inviting and cozy.

How do you style your nightstand or bedside table?