Size

People tend to choose mirrors that are too small for their walls. If you’re just hanging two mirrors say over a counter, I would go a mirror that is at least 28”x23”, and for one large mirror over a sink, try for at least 28”x35”. For a gallery wall or a smaller space, I recommend using a variety of sizes, try to choose an odd number of mirrors, like three or five with a couple smaller, one or two medium and a large focal mirror. Remember when you’re hanging a large framed mirror on a plaster wall to either hang from a wall stud or use wall plugs so the weight can be supported properly.

Frame

Similar to colour, consider if you would like the frame to blend into the room, or be a bold accent. I usually choose simple black wood, white wood or metal framed mirrors for a clean minimalist look. Natural wood frames are perfect for a more farmhouse or traditional look.

Style

When choosing the style, consider if you would like the mirror to stand out as a feature or blend into the room. For blending in, choose a simple round or rectangle mirror with a metal or wooden frame. If you’re looking for a bold statement mirror, use geometric or organically shaped mirrors with brightly coloured or textured frames. If you’re not sure what you want, take some time to browse Pinterest with relevant keywords to find mirrors you may like, such as searching “modern bathroom” or “mirror gallery wall”.

Bevel

Lastly, you can choose whether or not you want a bevel on the glass. With custom framed mirrors so easily available online, you can now even customize the glass of your mirror. For a more modern or minimalist look, I recommend no bevel, but for a traditional or more glamorous space, add a bevel to create even more visual interest.