These Cosy Reading Nooks Are Perfect For A Rainy Day - The Gloss Magazine

These Cosy Reading Nooks Are Perfect For A Rainy Day

Who doesn’t dream of a day where there’s nothing else on the agenda but a cup of tea, a blanket and a cosy nook to read your book? …

Not all home libraries are made equal, but to us the fine marker of a good reading nook has nothing to do with how high-end or ‘well-appointed’ it is. Rather, it’s the following: does it ooze comfort and cosiness? Maybe there’s a lovely view of nature that stops you in your tracks. Perhaps, it’s a well coordinated bookshelf that makes the pages within seem fresh and ultra-appealing. Or maybe there’s a nifty use of space, or a couch so comfortable you can’t resist? (We’d add a cashmere blanket into the mix here …) 

We’ve gathered up some inspirational reading nooks that are crying out for you to while away a rainy afternoon in them; escaping to the pages of your favourite thriller. (See here for the best books of the summer.) Boil the kettle …

A library is not just for books …

… as demonstrated here in this dinky space – it’s about personality. Add a few trinkets, or pieces of memorabilia, maybe it’s a plate that’s a family heirloom or a favourite framed photo. Bring a bit of you to your bookshelves. 

Embrace good clutter

There’s no hard and fast rule here, within reason. Really, it’s about establishing the level of clutter you feel comfortable with. (Ardent minimalists should probably scroll quickly past this.) Do you like your books to be piled and overflowing? Or rather, a neat sequence that’s exact and organised? The decision is yours …

make it experiential

Let’s face it: the space to curl up in is as important as the book itself. Light a candle, wrap yourself in a lush blanket. Maybe light a fire. Make your reading time an experience.

don’t shy away from colour coordination

…not only is it pleasing to the eye, it provides a focal point and a decent pop of colour in your space. 

Tonality works, too

It takes more work, but picking one colour and running with it for your home library can result in the most soothing of spaces. Plus, you don’t have to worry about anything clashing …

For more shelfie inspiration follow Where I Would Like to Read.

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