A console table is one of the easiest spots in your home to style, yet it makes one of the biggest impacts. Whether it sits in your hallway, living room or dining space, a well-decorated console creates a focal point that instantly feels welcoming.
The beauty of console tables is how adaptable they are. With just a few key swaps, you can take your décor from autumnal warmth to festive sparkle, and then to spring freshness — without changing the furniture itself. In this post, we’ll show you how to style your console table across the seasons, using trays, vases, pumpkins and candles, along with some ready-made décor bundles to make it effortless.
Why Your Console Table Deserves Attention
Think of your console table as the handshake of your home — it’s often the first thing guests see when they walk in. A cluttered, bare or neglected console can make the whole space feel unfinished. By contrast, a console styled with thought feels inviting and gives you a chance to set the tone for the rest of your home.
If you’re new to console styling, start with a few basics: a tray to anchor your pieces, a tall item like a vase for height, and a mix of seasonal accents. Once you’ve got those, you can layer in candles, books, or decorative pieces depending on the season.
Autumn Console Table Styling
Autumn is all about warmth, texture and layers. Begin with a rattan tray or beaded wooden tray as your base. Then add:
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Ceramic pumpkins in matt white, speckled or patterned finishes.
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Faux stems in burnt orange or russet hues, styled in a white ceramic vase
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Pinecones or acorns for texture.
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Candles to create a warm glow.
Our Autumn Centrepiece Bundle includes everything you need for a styled display without the guesswork.
For more autumnal inspiration, see our blog on how to decorate with autumn wreaths
Christmas Console Styling
When December arrives, your console can become the highlight of your hallway. Switch pumpkins for sparkle:
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Ceramic houses with warm LEDs.
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A frosted garland or string of fairy lights along the back edge.
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Candles grouped at different heights — the Candlelight Bundle works perfectly.
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Small Christmas trees or glittered pinecones as finishing touches.
If you want to create more of a festive tablescape, the Candlelight Cake Stand Bundle adds height and depth with layered candles.
Take a look at our Christmas décor blog for more festive hallway ideas.
Spring & Easter Console Styling
As winter fades, spring console styling should feel light and fresh. Keep the same structure — tray, vase, candles — but swap the accents:
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A white ceramic vases filled with faux blossom or tulips.
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Pastel accents such as pink ceramic mugs or Easter eggs.
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Bunny jars for a playful seasonal nod.
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Speckled tealight holders to tie the look together.
The Eucalyptus Vase Styling Bundle makes it simple to get the right mix of stems, vase and tray.
Our post on Easter bunny décor has even more spring ideas.
Summer Console Styling
In summer, consoles benefit from a breezier, pared-back look. Instead of lots of small items, keep it clean with fewer statement pieces:
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A tall vase with faux hydrangeas or eucalyptus.
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A glass hurricane with sand, shells or neutral candles.
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A light rattan tray styled with simple ceramics.
The Spring Table Styling Bundle works beautifully in summer too, thanks to its fresh palette.
Year-Round Styling Tips
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Group in threes: odd numbers are more visually appealing.
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Play with scale: tall vases + medium trays + small accents.
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Mix textures: combine rattan, ceramic, glass and foliage.
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Layer lighting: tea lights, fairy lights or LED houses add atmosphere.
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Rotate seasonally: keep staple items (trays, vases) and swap seasonal pieces.
For more general inspiration, check our post on home accessories and styling
FAQs
How do I decorate a console table without cluttering it?
Use a tray as your anchor, then build around it. Keep to 3–5 main items and vary the heights for balance.
What’s the best console table décor for narrow hallways?
Choose slim pieces like candlesticks, a tall vase, and one or two smaller accents. Avoid bulky ornaments that protrude.
Do console tables need storage baskets?
Not always. Open space beneath can look elegant, but a pair of woven baskets can add texture and practicality if you need storage.
Shop the Look
Styling doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Our Seasonal Styling Bundles are curated with everything you need to style a console or sideboard through the year — from pumpkins and candles to vases and festive houses.
Browse our full Bundles collection to discover ready-made sets designed to simplify styling and give you savings.
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