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Picture the scene: You're standing over the bathroom sink under the fluorescent lighting, contorting your arms in all different directions to ensure your makeup looks great. But the moment you step elsewhere, the outcome looks totally different from what you thought you achieved. We've all been there, and we're here to tell you the issue probably isn't your technique—it's your location. So, what you'll need to make sure you have the best glams moving forward is a good vanity.
Not only does a vanity table give you a place to sit and a mirror to look at while you perfectly sweep on your bronzer and blush and blow out your hair, it also keeps all your hair styling tools and makeup essentials neatly organized in one place. Many options also offer LED lights that provide optimal lighting, and most can even double as desks to maximize space.
But choosing the right dressing table online for your room can be tricky, especially since you can't see it in person first. To help make your search easier, we did the research ourselves and rounded up the best makeup vanities for getting ready like a pro, below. From minimal picks to ones with tons of compartments, there's an option for every kind of space and decor.
Pros
Removable vanity topper
Made of sturdy, durable wood
Cons
This retro-inspired vanity table has everything you can possibly need and more: five spacious drawers for keeping your room clutter-free, a big-sized mirror for doing your makeup perfectly, and a generous tabletop that can be used as your getting-ready station or as a convenient workspace.
Dimensions | 52" W x 24" D x 52" H |
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Material | FSC®-Certified Wood |
Colors Available | White, Pebble, Acorn |
Pros
Easy to clean
No assembly required
Cons
Zhuzh up your space with an intricately-designed makeup vanity, such as this one that features three amply-sized draws for stowing your favorite toiletries and hair tools.
"It’s beautifully carved. The workmanship is excellent," raves one reviewer, while another says: "There is ample room to sit comfortably with your stool tucked in to use your vanity. The bottom part of the legs can be adjusted slightly if you have uneven flooring and I even put pads under mine to not scratch my floor."
Dimensions | 31"H x 42"W x18"D |
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Materials | Wood, Brass |
Colors | Blue, Light Grey |
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Pros
Spacious interior drawer
No assembly required
Cons
Made in collaboration with renowned interior designer Sarah Sherman Samuel, this sleek arched makeup vanity with a round mirror will add interest and dimension to your bedroom.
Dimensions | 39"W x 20"D x 53"H |
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Material | Wood |
Colors Available | Light Brown |
Pros
Comes equipped with plugs and USB ports
No assembly required
Cons
You get the best of both worlds with this Anthropologie option: It has a flip-top surface that opens to reveal an arched mirror and organization tray for your beauty essentials and favorite baubles. But when closed, it transforms into a daytime desk with convenient drawers to hold paperwork, writing instruments, and more.
"This vanity is beautiful. It’s very well made; the mirror folds up and down smoothly, and the top lays completely flat so it can also be used as a regular desk," writes a reviewer. "There is also a ton of storage space which I loved. Overall, I was very happy with this purchase."
Dimensions | 30"H x 54.25"W x 20"D |
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Material | Oak Veneer |
Colors Available | Cream |
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Pros
Offers plenty of storage
Space-saving
Cons
Take things the boho route with a rattan-accented vanity featuring amply-spaced drawers and a mirror that flips up to reveal even more space.
"This item really stands out in my room," writes a reviewer. "It includes a mirror so I don’t need another one, a place for all my makeup items, and two side drawers for pencils and school things."
Dimensions | 40"L x 18"W x 30"H |
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Materials | Rubber Wood, Sengon wood, Medium Density Fiberboard, Sengon Veneer, Cane |
Colors Available | White, Light Brown |
Pros
Customizable lights
Offers tons of storage
Cons
If you consider yourself a hardcore beauty aficionado, meet your new go-to spot for getting ready: This makeup vanity boasts an oversized mirror with 14 Hollywood-style lightbulbs for optimal lighting and seven spacious drawers that can comfortably house all your makeup must-haves. It also has a glass tabletop that adds to its glam Hollywood appeal.
"This is any girl's dream come true," says an Amazon reviewer. "This is beautiful and bigger in person. Extremely good quality."
Dimensions | 16.9" x 47.3" x 58.2" |
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Material | Engineered Wood |
Colors Available | White, Black |
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Pros
Easy to assemble
Adjustable light settings
Cons
Minimalist and modern is the name of the game with this makeup vanity. It comes with a lighted mirror with three different settings that can be customized to your liking, tons of storage space for your must-haves, and a spacious-enough countertop that is suitable for doing work on.
"This vanity is perfect!," says a reviewer. "The assembly was simple, I did it by myself easily. The light is my favorite feature, lights are bright. The drawers are just big enough for your makeup- this isn’t meant to be a catch-all for your stuff. What you see in the pictures is exactly what you get, pleasantly surprised with the quality."
Dimensions | 15.7"D x 31.5"W x 53.15"H |
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Materials | Medium Density Fiberboard, Rubberwood, Glass |
Colors Available | Black, White |
Pros
Space-saving
Built-in mirror
Cons
Want something a bit more rustic? This simple vintage-inspired vanity with an oval-shaped mirror is exactly what you're looking for.
Dimensions | 32.75"L x 19.75"W x 53.75"H |
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Materials | Rattan, Mindi Wood Veneer |
Colors Available | Natural |
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Pros
Space-saving
Features metal cutouts for storing hot tools
Cons
Perfect for tight spaces, this sleek wall-mounted makeup has a glass top that allows you to see what's inside and a removable panel with cutouts that can hold your phone or tablet while getting ready.
Dimensions | 31.75"W x 15.75"D x 12.75"H |
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Materials | Medium Density Fiberboard, Iron, Glass |
Colors Available | White |
Pros
Great for tight spaces
Comes with a stool
Cons
This vanity table was specifically designed to fit in tight, awkward corners. It comes with a mirror with built-in LED lights, three practical drawers for your products, and even a cabinet for your larger essentials.
"This vanity fits perfectly in the corner of my closet. It is sturdy and has lots of storage," says a reviewer. "It is small but that's what I wanted. The light is very bright, almost too bright. It comes in a lot of pieces but is not hard to put together. I would definitely recommend."
Dimensions | 29.5"D x 29.5"W x 53"H |
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Material | Iron Pipe, Medium Density Fiberboard |
Colors Available | Black, White |
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Pros
Doubles as a functional desk
Comes with a stool
Cons
Simple yet spacious as can be, this mirrored dressing table with shelves and drawers will turn your getting-ready spot from a cluttered mess to a pristine space.
"THE MIRROR is AMAZING!!! Its so beautiful, so bright, and clear," raves an Amazon reviewer. "I turned off all the lights in my house and turned on the mirror, and it completely illuminated my entire bedroom. It's so bright. The vanity as a whole is super sturdy... This is a PERFECT mirror to do makeup/skincare/ hair."
Dimensions | 17.72"D x 35.43"W x 55.51 |
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Materials | Engineered Wood, Iron |
Colors Available | White, Black, Brown |
Pros
Functional desktop
Comes with a stool
Cons
This glam makeup vanity complete with Hollywood-style lightbulbs, compartments, and drawers galore will ensure you'll be ready for your close-up from every angle.
One reviewer says the vanity is "pretty sturdy" and "pretty easy to assemble," adding that "the shelves and drawers have good space if you don’t have a HUGE collection."
Dimensions | 42.5"D x 15.7"W x 52.8"H |
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Material | Particle Board |
Colors Available | White, Black, Brown |
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Pros
Easy to assemble
Offers plenty of storage
Cons
If you're looking for a no-frills makeup vanity, this sleek number with a spacious countertop and oversized mirror will serve you well.
"I love love love this vanity set!!! Very high quality when you put it together," writes a reviewer. "I look like a celebrity doing hair and makeup at the desk with good quality lights."
Dimensions | 15.74"D x 31.5"W x 55.12"H |
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Material | Medium Density Fiberboard |
Colors Available | Black, White |
Pros
Customizable lighting
Tri-fold mirror for seeing all angles
Cons
At less than $200, you get a mirrored vanity with several drawers, LED lights to brighten up your space, a matching stool, and two outlets and USB ports for plugging in your hot tools and electronics. What more can you ask for?
"I absolutely love this vanity! I have a bad back and this table is perfect to keep my back from hurting while standing to do my hair and makeup," writes a reviewer, noting that it also provides "ample light." Adds the reviewer: "I would definitely recommend this vanity to anyone."
Dimensions | 16.1"D x 31.5"W x 55.1"H |
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Material | Medium Density Fiberboard |
Colors Available | White, Black, Brown |
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Pros
Comfortable cushioned stool
Versatile
Cons
Sure, this vanity table and matching stool are pricey, but just imagine how elegant it'll look in your bedroom as a getting-ready station or stylish workspace. Not to mention, it's built to last, so you'll be using it for years to come.
Dimensions | 42"L x 20"W x 30"H |
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Materials | Embossed Shagreen, Brass Hardware, Wood Veneer, Bouclé Fabric |
Colors Available | Cream |
Sophie Dweck
Sophie Dweck is the Associate Shopping Editor for Town & Country, where she covers all things fashion, beauty and lifestyle, shares her expertise on the most worthwhile luxury products, tests and writes in-depth reviews on the very best essentials worth investing in, as well breaking news about the latest launches, and of course, reports on the biggest sales and deals to shop no matter the day. Some of her favorite items to date are Gwyneth Paltrow's ski trial cardigan, the Hotel Chocolat Velvetiser, and ZIIP’s microcurrent device. When Sophie isn't testing state-of-the art beauty tech or breaking down TikTok aesthetics, she loves indulging in BonBon sweets (Sorbisars, for the win!) and finding the next trend before it goes viral.