Layered Mirrors

I love to use vintage or antique mirrors in decorating, but if there is a time or space constraint, I always point my clients in the direction of Ballard Designs.

I've been eyeing this mirror (on sale for $150).

I would get a pair and recreate a version of this bathroom featured in House Beautiful.

But, since the small size of this mirror is not very practical, I would probably opt for a layered look, like how this Venitian mirror was hung.

design by Tricia Huntley Zend, image via My Notting Hill
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38 comments:

  1. alison giese InteriorsFebruary 19, 2010 at 6:21 AM

    Great idea!

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  2. Fancy Nancy ChroniclesFebruary 19, 2010 at 6:30 AM

    Lovely ... except - how would you hang that,or attach that? ;')

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  3. Kelly GreenFebruary 19, 2010 at 6:31 AM

    Great idea! You are right though - how do you see in that little mirror?

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  4. {Amanda}February 19, 2010 at 7:29 AM

    I never would have imagined that hanging a mirror ON a mirror would look so good! I like it a lot!

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  5. Doug DavisFebruary 19, 2010 at 7:47 AM

    I agree, it's a great trick--especially in a remodel/redecoration where there's a big wall of mirror to contend with. that last image is great!

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  6. A Perfect GrayFebruary 19, 2010 at 7:59 AM

    Thanks, Jenny. That last photo is one I have been saving for a long time. I want to do that in my bath someday. Ahhh, a gal can dream, can't she. . .

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  7. pve designFebruary 19, 2010 at 8:02 AM

    I love the double hung look. Oh that just sounded so wrong. Those mirrors remind me of the van clef jewelry item... love them.
    pve

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  8. EFebruary 19, 2010 at 8:16 AM

    Mirrors make such a huge difference in decor (and I'm not saying that just because I like to see myself). I especially like mirrors with that old character--flakes torn away, a little brown, a little blurry.

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  9. Cara KuhlFebruary 19, 2010 at 9:03 AM

    I love this circular mirror - I really really want to have it. Must find a way to convince the husband! I think it would be perfect placed right near the front door, a quick make-up / hair check opportunity before you step out!

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  10. NAFFebruary 19, 2010 at 9:25 AM

    awesome, as usual!!!
    Got any ideas on a small-scale version of that double sink??? I love it.

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  11. Mary Catherine SearsFebruary 19, 2010 at 9:31 AM

    I love the mirror on mirror loook, but I have yet to figure out how to hang a mirror on another mirror. I have the perfect place to do that in my vanity area, but am clueless as to how to make it work. Please help!

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  12. paulaFebruary 19, 2010 at 9:47 AM

    love this idea Jenny. We have the dreaded full mirror that although practical is not pretty. this takes it all the way to gorgeous!

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  13. Melissa Marie HeadFebruary 19, 2010 at 10:02 AM

    I love the idea of layered mirrors. So fun and I love mirros that have a lot of charector like that.

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  14. Cindy SueFebruary 19, 2010 at 10:03 AM

    I love Ballards. Very interesting idea. I like it. Hmm, could something be done with a mirror and a framed picture, with the picture raised off the mirror a little? Thanks for inspiring...

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  15. Anna/Quilted GiraffeFebruary 19, 2010 at 10:21 AM

    I love Ballard Designs for mirrors, too.

    But my hunt for a large, affordable bull's eye (convex) mirror continues!

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  16. Katie @ Noodle and BoofFebruary 19, 2010 at 10:24 AM

    Ooooh! LOVE that bathroom!

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  17. AnnieFebruary 19, 2010 at 11:24 AM

    LOVE LOVE LOVE that layered mirror look!

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  18. Jaime @ laviejaimeFebruary 19, 2010 at 11:36 AM

    Yes- do it! :)

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  19. laurenFebruary 19, 2010 at 11:36 AM

    What a great looking room!!

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  20. Acanthus and AcornFebruary 19, 2010 at 11:55 AM

    I have alway loved the mirror over mirror look...probably have at least 10 tear sheets and one variation in my own house. Love the Ballard mirrors you are considering...you should get them! :)

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  21. Sarah (Matters of Style)February 19, 2010 at 12:28 PM

    That Tricia Huntley venetian mirror over a normal mirror is my fave bathroom ever!!! I wonder how to hang it...

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  22. Brandi@ Flights of WhimsyFebruary 19, 2010 at 1:33 PM

    Ok, I need that specific faucet in the bottome picture. I have been looking everywhere, can someone find me this faucet PLEASEEEEEE!

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  23. Lindsay EdwardFebruary 19, 2010 at 1:54 PM

    I actually like the Venetian alternative. It think its scale works better for that space. The first mirrors are still very interesting. :-)

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  24. Cristin // Simplified BeeFebruary 19, 2010 at 2:53 PM

    Fun look indeed!

    xo,
    cristin

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  25. Susie @ Maddie G DesignsFebruary 19, 2010 at 5:15 PM

    Great ideas. I do love the House Beautiful bathroom....but you are right, they are a bit small. I am 5'2....I'd need a ladder to see myself. The 2nd image looks beautiful and practical!

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  26. Marcus DesignFebruary 19, 2010 at 6:29 PM

    I love the layered look, I especially love it when sconces come out of a mirror in bathrooms, as in your last pic there. Beautiful!

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  27. MaggieFebruary 19, 2010 at 8:22 PM

    I am anxiously awaiting an answer as to how to hang that mirror on the mirror...it looks so fabulous but I can't figure it out either! I live near a Ballard outlet...it's definitely a fun place to visit!

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  28. UnknownFebruary 19, 2010 at 10:23 PM

    That is a gorgeous mirror!

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  29. AnonymousFebruary 20, 2010 at 3:37 AM

    You know so many times people hurriedly take down those large builder-grade mirrors, yet they can be such a wonderful accent to a spectacular mirror. Great post!

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  30. BarbieFebruary 21, 2010 at 9:48 AM

    I've noticed this little mirror in Ballard too. I always think of a feminine mirror like this in a girls room, myself.

    As for how to hang a mirror on a mirror, I remember an Oprah when Nate Berkus did it using the black/white bone mirror and hung it by taping duct tape to the back mirror, then nailing on that. The duct tape prevented the mirror from splitting. Can't remember if there was more to it than that. But that's a start! (For Mary Catherine!)

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  31. EclecticFebruary 21, 2010 at 1:16 PM

    I just hung two mirrors on top of the builder basic mirror (also added a frame around that) in a client's house and it looks really cool! The only issue is that you can see the back of the mirror you hang on top so we took off all the hardware and actually used heavy velcro to attach it so that it could be more flush with the mirror underneath. That's my lil' tip of the day :)

    Love reading your blog!

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  32. Dirty Girl GardeningFebruary 21, 2010 at 3:08 PM

    fabulous! i love it..

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  33. Alexandra RaeFebruary 21, 2010 at 6:17 PM

    Thank you eclectic for the tip. I've had this exact problem trying to layer mirrors. I used heavy mirror cement (thus detroying both mirrors). Now I don't need to do anything so permanent. Best suggestions for heaviest duty velcro?

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  34. Laura Casey InteriorsFebruary 21, 2010 at 6:29 PM

    I just layered a mirror of my own and love that look! all great finds!

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  35. ~Chandelier No. 4~February 22, 2010 at 12:53 PM

    Layering?!?! Such a GREAT idea for reinventing an ugly old mirror!

    LOVE IT!!!

    ~ Joanna

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  36. Padgett HokeFebruary 22, 2010 at 11:34 PM

    Those are some fantastic mirrors, love the shapes!

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  37. hushFebruary 23, 2010 at 11:34 AM

    Love the circular mirrors from Ballard - great find!

    And thanks again to those who shared how to mount one on top of a builder's mirror.

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  38. INSPIRED DESIGNMarch 5, 2010 at 9:37 AM

    I love the tile stripes. Thanks for the post!

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