10 Ingenious Ways To Style Your Fireplace Mantel

If you can't keep plants alive to save your life, succulents are the easy way to add greenery to your mantel. Glam them up with gold accents and sleek, modern vases.

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Antlers were made to be hung over a reclaimed wood mantel. It's an instant dose of rustic chic.

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It's classic, but it works every time—frame your mantel with candles on each end. If you want to really add character, opt for candelabras.

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Hang a mirror above your mantel—it'll add some polish to your room, or help the space feel larger if you're working with a small room.

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A bold paint color, like blue, makes a good foundation for you to go totally eclectic with your mantel. Add plants, vases in varying colors, and modern statement art.

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Go for a minimalist approach by sticking to one or two vases/candles. This mantel skipped adding fresh flowers to the vase for an even more pared-down feel.

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Layer artwork for a more laidback, undone feel. Hang one print on the wall to anchor the space, then lay different size frames up against it.

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A busy mantel looks like chaotic when you decorate in soothing tones, like sky blue and earthy greens.

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Your boho dreams have just come true—we're giving you an excuse to decorate with feathers. This room laid them on a tray, but you could also put them in a vase.

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There's more to wreaths than beautifying your front door. Skip the greenery above your mantel and hang up a geometric, modern design for a fresher take on the trend.