Short answer: pick the mirror by the wall it will hang on. Choose a mirror about two-thirds the width of the furniture below it, go round to soften a room full of straight lines, go tall and slim for a hallway, and go full length where you dress. Below are 17 mirrors from LoftModern Curations, our own line, with sizes from each listing.
A mirror does three jobs at once: it bounces light, it makes a wall feel deeper, and it acts like art. Here is how we sort them at LoftModern. For more on how we choose, see About LoftModern Curations.
Quick picks by wall
| Wall | Pick | Listed size |
|---|---|---|
| Statement wall above a sofa | Torekov or Epernay | 48 in / 54 in round |
| Entryway console | Aranjuez or Oberstdorf | 36 in square / 43 in octagon |
| Narrow hallway | Trouville or Carcassonne | 1 in deep |
| Full length for a bedroom | Nafplio | 73 in high |
| Dining room sideboard | Dinan or Asolo | 34.5 x 50 in / 58 x 50 in |
| Small accent over a bedside | Alcudia | 21 in round |
How do I choose a mirror?
Measure the wall and the furniture first. As a rule of thumb, hang the center of the mirror around 57 in from the floor and keep it about two-thirds as wide as a console, sofa or sideboard. Mirrors also work with light, so read our guide on how to light a small living room, and see how to furnish a small living room for the seating below. Browse all our mirrors too.
Round and statement circles
Big circles that act like a painting.
Torekov Round Leather Mirror
48 in across, framed in a thick ring of stitched white leather with small studs.
Aranjuez Round Wall Mirror
36 in x 36 in and 1.5 in deep: a round mirror in a brass ring inside four dark panels.
Alcudia Leather Round Mirror
21 in across and 3 in deep in cigar-brown leather, hung from a 44.5 in leather strap that loops over a hook.
Cobh Bone and Brass Round Mirror
41.5 in in diameter and 2.5 in deep, framed in small cream bone tiles with two gold-toned buckle clasps.
Ripoll Carved Wood Round Mirror
35.5 in across and 39 lb, with a carved wood Greek-key frame and silvery metallic rims.
Epernay Round Convex Mirror
54 in across and 4.75 in deep, with a mirrored border studded with small dots; meant for a tall wall.
Wismar Sunburst Mirror
42 in across, 1.5 in off the wall, a small circle of glass ringed by long pointed rays in pale polished nickel.
Oberstdorf Octagonal Mirror
43 in in both directions and 1.75 in deep, an octagon with a broad mirrored band scattered with small studs.
Ovals and tall panels for halls and landings
Slim pieces for narrow walls.
Carcassonne Crowned Oval Mirror
28 in wide x 46 in high x 1 in deep, an oval plate in a glass frame with a crown of curling leaves.
Trouville Oval Mirror
24.75 in x 36 in and 1 in deep, with a softly aged glass surface and a thin dark edge.
Chinon Grand Arch Mirror
48.5 in high x 30 in wide, with a stepped cathedral-style top and round glass studs; clear center 21.75 in x 41 in.
Dinan Venetian Mirror
34.5 in x 50 in overall (center mirror 30.5 in x 46 in), an oval in an antiqued etched-glass frame.
Full-length and floor-to-ceiling mirrors
For dressing, landings and walls with height to spare.
Ciutadella Tall Etched Mirror
30.25 in wide x 60.5 in high with a clear 23 in x 53 in center, edged in an etched scalloped glass border.
Nafplio Travertine Base Floor Mirror
73 in high x 20 in wide x 9.75 in deep, held upright in a slot cut through a travertine block, with a footprint no bigger than a stool.
Pezenas Tall Antiqued Venetian Mirror
80 in high x 47 in wide x 2 in deep, a 40 in x 58 in mirror in a crest of scrolled mirrored leaves.
Rapallo Grand Venetian Mirror
75 in high x 53.25 in wide x 2 in deep, an oval plate in a glass frame bordered by scrolls and rosettes.
Over a sofa or sideboard
A wide mirror for a long piece of furniture.
Asolo Extra Large Horizontal Venetian Mirror
58 in wide x 50 in high with a 46 in x 32 in mirror plate, a beveled glass frame and scrolled openwork crest.
Why it's worth the investment
A good mirror is the cheapest way to add light and depth to a room, and these are chosen for heft: leather, brass, travertine, carved wood and beveled glass rather than thin frames. Each listing gives the exact size so you can plan before you order.
Frequently asked questions
How big should a mirror be over a console or sofa?
As a rule of thumb, choose a mirror about two-thirds the width of the furniture below it and hang its center near eye level, around 57 in from the floor. A 36 in square like Aranjuez suits a console about 54 in wide.
Which mirrors suit a narrow hallway?
Slim pieces that sit 1 to 2 in off the wall. Trouville is 1 in deep and Carcassonne is 1 in deep, and Rapallo is 2 in deep at 75 in high.
Do I need to hang a full-length mirror?
Not always. Nafplio stands on its own in a travertine block and is 73 in high, so it only needs a wall to lean toward.
How do I choose between a round and a rectangular mirror?
Round shapes soften a room full of straight lines, such as Torekov at 48 in across or Epernay at 54 in. Rectangles and ovals such as Dinan or Chinon emphasize height and suit narrow walls.
What are LoftModern Curations mirrors made for?
They are our own curated line. Each listing states the size and materials, and our design team can help you plan placement.
Not sure which size fits your wall? Talk to our design team.