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These Shiny Décor Finds Will Brighten Your Home

Metallic objects can add both contrast and balance to your home décor.

By Debbie Williams September 9, 2025 at 11:36 am

Looking for a way to add a little something special to your space? Lean into the mixed metals trend with these shiny décor finds.

image of a pepper turner
Courtesy Wldwst

Spice Things Up

This handmade, solid brass pepper grinder is sure to be a dinner party conversation starter. Original 8-inch Brass Mill Pepper Grinder by Rune-Jakobsen Design: $104 at Wldwst, 2B Loudoun St. SW, Leesburg

Courtesy Serena & Lily

Personality Piece

A versatile design piece, this sophisticated, gilded-edge mirror will elevate the room. Wave Mirror: $1,298 at Serena & Lily

Courtesy Pottery Barn

Stylish Storage

Available in brass, bronze, or polished nickel, this bookcase is a practical and stylish addition to any room. Everson Etagere Metal Bookcase: $1,099 at Pottery Barn, multiple area locations

Courtesy Crème de la Crème

Shine Bright

Brighten up your space with this lightweight, rechargeable LED table lamp. Poldina Pro Gold Leaf Table Lamp: $304 at Crème de la Crème, 907 King St., Alexandria; 27 S. King St., Leesburg; 23 E. Washington St., Middleburg

Courtesy Crate & Barrel

Rustic Accent

This handcrafted iron bowl is perfect for serving or as a decorative feature on a coffee table. Feast Hammered Iron Serving Bowl with Handles: $59.95 at Crate & Barrel, multiple area locations

Feature image courtesy vendors

This story originally ran in our September issue. For more stories like this, subscribe to Northern Virginia Magazine.

Debbie Williams

Debbie Williams

Senior Editor

Northern Virginia Magazine Senior Editor Debbie Williams is a George Mason University graduate and longtime NoVA resident. She has more than 20 years of experience writing and editing for a variety of nonprofit, lifestyle, and government publications, including for AARP.org and USA TODAY magazines.

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