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Improve your selfies with the best mirrors for design fans
Ettore Sottsass Jr’s ‘Ultrafragola’ mirror may be the one snapped by celebs, but there are plenty more options out there
Are your mirror selfies looking a bit basic? The cure is simple. Think of mirrors as functional artwork for your walls. Look for pieces that offer something unique, whether it be an interesting shape, illustration, colour or even one that creates an optical illusion. The idea is to show people something they haven't seen before. What pose you pull is up to you…
‘Divot Resin’ mirror, Danny Kaplan Studio
This cand-hued resin mirror brings whimsy and colour to any room. Designed by Joseph Algieri in collaboration with Danny Kaplan Studio, it’s sure to put a smile on your face. Approx £2,635, dannykaplanstudio.com
Oaxaca1 ‘M01’ mirror, Super Loop
Hand-carved American poplar wood, shells and colourful glass blown accents combine to create a mirror so eye-catching you’ll find it hard to look away. More than just a mirror, this is a veritable work of art to hang on your wall. Approx £8,880, super-loop.com
‘Hooptical’ mirror, Cassina
The brilliant work of Bethan Laura Wood for Cassina, the Hooptical collection of mirrors plays with depth and perception. A pair of coloured glass rings set into the glass bring a pop of colour to your reflection, while the two available sizes make sure you’ll get that ‘fit check in no problem. From £1,863, cassina.it
‘Ultrafragola’ mirror, Poltronova
Created in the 1970s by Ettore Sottsass Jnr, this mirror, with its shape inspired by the waves in a woman’s hair, has found a new fanbase in the selfie generation. Its high profile fans include Lena Dunham, Bella Hadid and Frank Ocean. Not simply a pretty shape, the design, whose name translates as Little Strawberry – creates the perfect light for photography with its illuminated edge. Price on application, poltronova.it
‘Nokori’ mirror, Tom Raffield
A perfect circle seemingly floating on a sliver of steam bent oak, Tom Raffield’s ‘Nokori’ mirror is a masterclass in refined minimalism. Its timeless appeal makes it ideal for both contemporary and classic interiors and it comes in a range of sizes to suit different spaces. From £185, tomraffield.com
‘Shelfie’ mirror, Finnish Design Shop
Designed and made in Denmark by Montana, the ‘Shelfie’ mirror comes in a rainbow of shades and can be mounted horizontally or vertically. Its water-resistant MDF frame means it’s perfect for using in a bathroom and the deep frame gives you a handy storage shelf to keep trinkets tidy. £412, finnishdesignshop.com
‘Issey’ mirror, Anthropologie
Like a delicately folded piece of paper or a spiral of pencil sharpening, Anthropologie’s swirling ‘Issey’ mirror brings a dynamic, three dimensional quality to any wall it’s hung on. Each one is made by hand from hand-painted resin so no two are alike. £498, anthropologie.com
‘Silhouette’ mirror, Fredericia
Designed by OEO Studio, ‘Silhouette’ is a series of sleek, simple mirrors framed in solid wood, in round, square and rectangular shapes. Timeless yet modern, the pared back design allows the quality of the materials and craftsmanship to quietly shine. Approx £1650, fredericia.com
‘Oval Curve Marquetry’ mirror, Artists & Objects
A beautiful patchwork of different woods - ash, maple, beech, oak, cherry, walnut and more - makes Chelsea Vivash’s handmade marquetry mirror a future heirloom to be treasured. £440, artistsandobjects.com
‘Francis’ mirror, Petite Friture
Like a paintbrush that’s just been dipped in water, the swirling colours creep across the corner of this elegant wall mirror by renowned French designer Constance Guisset. The distinctive effect was created through experimenting with pigmentation and oxidation. The gently convex back allows it to tilt forward when hung. £445, twentytwentyone.com
‘Vitrail’ mirror, Magis
Created by French designer Inga Sempé, the Vitrail collection of mirrors features broad bands of reflective colour held within a grey or green frame. Simple, understated yet with just enough colour to pack a playful punch. £520, finnishdesignshop.com
‘Geoffrey’ hall mirror, Ligne Roset
As much a piece of sculpture as a practical object, the minimalist ‘Geoffrey’ mirror by Belgian designer Alain Giles has a slim rail (ideal for hanging umbrellas) and gold trinket dish to hold your keys. £937, heals.com
‘Round Square’ mirror, Domestic
This pastel delight of a mirror is the work of Swedish designer Clara Von Zweigbergk, better known for the colourful trays she designed for Hay. With a 48-centimetre diameter it is small enough to add to a hallway or bedroom. Plus, its design creates a frame within a frame, taking your shots to the next level. £59, domestic.fr
‘Melt’ mirror, Bowers Studio
This new York-based studio love breaking the accepted design norms. We mean, who dictated that mirrors have to be circles, squares or rectangles. The snaking, long ‘Melt’ mirror, held up by two decorative dowels would be perfect placed at seated eye-level above a dining table. £3,251, bowers-studio.com
‘Stockholm’ mirror, Ikea
There’s a reason Ikea’s famous Stockholk mirror is a bestseller - its simplicity and streamlined shape means it’s happy in any interior, from traditional to modern, student digs to swanky apartment. The lip at the bottom of the walnut veneer frame is an ingenious place to drop keys, spare change and other ephemera. £60, ikea.com
‘Transcience’ mirrors, David Derksen Design
This design harnesses the natural process of oxidisation that leads to the antique finish on vintage mirrors. By speeding up the process using sulphur, Lex Pott and David Derksen have transformed it into an artistic medium. Available as a floorstanding mirror, or three other geometric shapes, it's a true statement piece. From £906, Transnatural, transnaturallabel.com
‘Celeste’ mirror, Glas Italia
Three magnifying portals on the surface of this mirror, designed by famed Italian architect and designer Piero Lissoni, offer different perspectives, perfect for applying makeup. Available as circular or oval-shaped options, it appears almost lunar, with its beautifully smooth, undulating surface. £1,546, harrogateinteriors.co.uk
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