This Under $150, Useful but Trendy Item Might Be Just What Your Living Room Is Missing

Nothing is worse than lounging on your couch and doing an ab workout to put your mug on the coffee table — or sitting on a loveseat at a party and having nowhere to put your cocktail. While most rooms aren’t big enough to accommodate a side table for every seat, they’re definitely large enough to allow for several drink tables scattered throughout.

These past couple of months, I’ve actually seen an uptick of tiny cocktail tables appearing on magazine pages, Instagram posts, and in home tours. That means it’s these useful tables’ moment to shine, and you might want to consider adding one to your setup for the convenience and charm they bring to the mix. From funky statement pieces to nondescript stands that blend right into their surroundings, a tiny table exists for every aesthetic, and I’ve highlighted a few of my faves below.

Get two perches for the price of one with this gold two-tiered table. You can put your coffee mug on one circular surface and your biscotti on the other. For a posh night-in, try a martini glass on one and a chapter book on the other.

Buy: Ericson End Table, $120.00 from Joss & Main

The classic brass and marble combo helps this drinking table blend into whatever aesthetic you throw it into. The design also comes in two sizes: tall and short. That means you can get a tall one for the loveseat or a shorter one for the couch, perfect for placing water glasses on when you’re lying down.

Buy: Tarvok Drink Table, $129.00 from Article

If you love post-modern decor, Memphis design, or just have an eclectic, maximalist sense of style, this squiggle-leg table is for you. Available in gold or black, you can also use it indoors or outside, thanks to its all-weather iron finish.

Buy: Lark Indoor/Outdoor Side Table, $99.00 from Urban Outfitters

For those looking for something with a little more heft, this brass pedestal design, which features a marble top, could be just the thing you need to anchor a chair that appears to be floating out in space in your living room. It’s mid-century in look but also offers a little bit of curvature, too, if you pair it with a more linear chair.

Buy: Silhouette Pedestal Drink Table, $99.00 from West Elm

Another West Elm cutie, this drink table sports a C-curve shape. That means its base can easily slip under your sofa, and the top can hover just above your sofa’s armrest.

Buy: Murray Drink Table, $99.00 from West Elm

Lines are important in interior design, as they can guide the eye to a room’s focal point. If you have a particular chair you love or a sofa you’re proud of, pair it with one of these cross-leg drinking tables . The intertwined, geometric legs will attract attention, instantly leading the eye to that standout furniture piece you wanted to emphasize.

Buy: Caytlin 22.5” Tall Cross Legs End Table, $75.99 from Wayfair

Perfect for those who are curating a grandmillennial or vintage-inspired interior, this brass table looks like something you’d find at a flea market or charming antique store. The price isn’t too shabby either; maybe that’s why it’s a best-seller?

Buy: Round Metal Cocktail Table, $149.00 from Pottery Barn

If you want a minimalist wooden table with a slightly Scandi look, this cerused white design will add a calming effect to your room. It can balance a maximalist chair with a loud print or blend right in with pieces that have a more coastal or farmhouse aesthetic.

Buy: Mid-Century Drink Table, $149.00 from West Elm