A coffee table book can be both a decor element and a great way to show your individual tastes and interests. Finding an elegant coffee table book that matches the aesthetic of your home can be time consuming, so we’ve done the hard work for you! We personally love coffee table books that contain an interesting subject matter and won’t break the bank. Here is our curated list of some of the prettiest coffee table books sure to impress your guests, all of which are less than $50!
Kelly Wearstler: Evocative Style
We may or may not be Kelly Wearstler super fans. She creates the most luxurious interiors and we love staying at the LA Proper Hotel, which she designed. Her ornate interiors are distinctive for layers of bold textures, patterns, and rich colors and old hollywood glam. This book shows readers her latest creations including her stunning home.
Great Escapes Europe: The Hotel Book
The perfect book for those affected by wanderlust. This book is filled with a curated selection of the most unique hotels and guesthouses across Europe. Each hotel includes postcard-ready photography and key information including directions, contact details, and reading recommendations. We can only imagine all the travel plans and fun conversations this book will start.
William Morris’s Flowers by Rowan Bain
William Morris was a prolific English artist during the 1800’s who is best known for his beautiful floral designs on wallpaper, carpet and fabrics. This book is an aesthetic dream of a compilation showcasing some of his most beautiful flowers that we think would look especially lovely as a pop of color in a French or countryside inspired room.
Vogue’s The United States of Fashion: A New Atlas of American Style
This stunning editorial piece is perfect for all of our fashion lovers out there. Specifically focused on “the innovation and entrepreneurialism that defines American fashion,” this book tells stories of fashion pioneers all over the country and across multiple cultures and amplifies voices of color within the fashion industry. With photos that have never been released in the pages of Vogue magazine, it’s sure to provide an amazing conversation starter in your home.
Plantopedia: The Definitive Guide to Houseplants by Lauren Camilleri
We love houseplants! And if you are a plant lover like we are, what better way to accent the greenery in your home than a coffee table book dedicated to them? Including over 130 plant profiles, tips for care, and plant recommendations based on your gardening skills, this lovely book is an amazing addition to your own collection and also makes a great gift for everyone from the novice gardener to the green thumb.
Home with Rue: Style for Everyone
We were lucky enough to get an advance copy of this book and celebrate its launch at Design Camp earlier this year. It a a beautiful book filled with inspirational and accessible ideas to help anyone imagine, plan, and create their home. Each chapter focuses on a different space. If you have a knack for interior design, you'll love this book.
The Resident Dog (Volume 2): Incredible Homes and the Dogs who Live There
Yes, you read that title correctly. This is one of the most unique and fun coffee table books. The photographs showcase incredible, amazing architecture and capture the personality of each canine that lives there. The element of the dogs add such a playful nature to the photos. We know this book isn't for everyone but trust us, just the uniqueness of this book will make your guests smile.
We are positive that any of our selections would look absolutely gorgeous sitting on your coffee table and also be a good conversation starter. Which one is your favorite?