Black coffee tables, black bookshelves, black couches ... what do all these things have in common? Well, aside from being common pieces of furniture, they're also undeniably luxurious thanks to their rich, onyx coloring. Black is one of those things that exudes wealth and style, perhaps because it's so timeless and works in nearly every space.
As I continue to dig up the best coffee tables to buy from some of the best home brands, I've turned my attention toward the cream of the crop: black coffee tables. These gorgeous, understated, and minimalist pieces are the perfect finishing touch for a living room, adding a mysterious and grounding element to the full space. It's a subtle effect but an important one.
'Black is as timeless as it is versatile,' says interior designer Nicole Cullum, founder of Color Caravan. 'A touch of black grounds a space, and adds an element of elegance and refinement. Because black is so classic, it works well in a variety of materials from high gloss lacquers to matte metals and blackened wood stains.'
So in the interest of ensuring that your lovely living room is as elegant as possible, I have dug up the best black coffee tables I could find and edited them into a handy dandy shopping round-up for you below. If you're rather color-averse or just love the look of black home decor, this is the article for you.
The 12 best luxurious black coffee tables
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Price: $250
For less than $300, you could be the proud owner of this massive modern coffee table that's well-loved by nearly every Target customer. That could have something to do with the fact that it was designed in collaboration with interior designer Shea McGee, truly a fan favorite.
Price: $248
Beautiful, Drew Barrymore's collection with Walmart, has churned out hit after hit lately, a streak that continues with this customer-beloved black wood coffee table for under $250.
Price: $237.99
Was: $590.21
A mirrored top differentiates this oval table from the pack (and it also happens to be 60% off — how convenient!).
Price: $327
This round coffee table takes its cues from the 'cozy yet utilitarian feel of Colorado ski lodges,' according to its product description. The tripod legs are striking and unique, and the price isn't bad, either.
Price: $369
I love Article for well-made, stylish pieces at a moderate price, and the Tovi — a perfect minimalist coffee table — proves that reputation right once again.
Price: $380
Was: $763.42
This truly stunning pedestal table is customer-loved (4.5/5 stars!) and is currently marked down by 50%. That's a piece worth investing in.
Price: $449.95
Was: $499.95
Contemporary and abstract, this free-flowing black table would easily add a touch of softness to a room full of sharp edges and corners.
Price: $799
This CB2 best-seller is the perfect modern coffee table for modern design lovers. Its materials, including the glossed raffia surrounding it, are inspired by the 1970s.
Price: $648
Organic shapes and edges are so 2024. The Jonas looks as though it were built and molded by hand before hardening into its sturdy, stately, and trendy shape. I'd love to have this in my home.
Price: $1350
Curvy legs support a sheer surface in this glass-top coffee table from Urban Outfitters — a pretty penny, sure, but an ever-visible art piece to anchor your room.
Price: $1198
I have been itching for the chance to include this 2-piece table set from CB2, and I think this is the perfect opportunity. Its high gloss and striking, geometric shape leaves every other nesting duo in the dust.
Price: From $549
A simple, stately piece made with West Elm's signature quality and design. This is a table that could stick with you forever.
With what colors and color schemes could someone incorporate a black coffee table?
You might now be wondering: How should I incorporate and style my new black coffee table into my home? Luckily, designer Nicole Cullum has some great advice for you.
Black works with many different color schemes, she told me. 'Add a black coffee table to bold jewel tones to complement their color intensity, or 'offset soft pastels by juxtaposing a black coffee table as an anchor in the space.' The only two colors Nicole recommends you avoid pairing with black are 'orange or yellow. Orange and black can feel more holiday-themed, while yellow and black are typically used as warning colors and can add a sense of anxiety to a room instead of enhancing it.'
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