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Styling the Perfect Tray: A Guide to Effortless Elegance with Basketly


A well-styled tray is more than just a place to corral clutter — it's a design statement that 
can elevate any surface in your home. Whether you're dressing up your coffee table, 
curating a bathroom counter, or creating a welcoming entryway moment, a beautifully 
arranged tray brings function and style together seamlessly. 

At Basketly, our handcrafted trays are designed with both beauty and practicality in mind. 
With options ranging from square to rectangular, woven to rattan, our trays are the 
perfect base for a thoughtful vignette. Here's how to style yours like a pro: 

Start With the Right Tray

Choose a tray that suits the space you're working with. A round rattan tray works 
beautifully on a circular table or ottoman, while a rectangular tray is perfect for coffee 
tables, vanities, or countertops. Size matters too — go bigger for statement pieces and 
smaller for intimate spaces. 

Layer With Purpose

Begin with your largest items first — think a vase with fresh blooms, a tall candle, or a 
stack of books. These create height and visual interest.

Next, layer in smaller pieces like:

A scented candle for a cozy touch 
A small bowl or dish to hold matches, keys, or jewellery 
A strand of decorative beads or string lights for texture and charm

Use Odd Numbers: 

Styling works best in threes. Try grouping items in sets of three — one tall (like a vase), 
one medium (a candle or small sculpture), and one low (like a book or trinket dish). 

Play With Textures and Tones: 

Use a mix of materials to keep the look layered and inviting. Combine ceramic, wood, 
glass, or metal accents on a woven tray to create depth. Add a touch of greenery or a 
dried floral arrangement for softness.

Let It Reflect Your Life:

Make your tray personal! Include a framed photo, your favourite book, or a seasonal 
touch (like pinecones in winter or shells in summer). A tray should tell a little story — 
yours.

Bonus Ideas for Tray Styling:

Bathroom: Arrange bath salts, a candle, and a mini towel on a tray next to the tub.

Kitchen: Group olive oil, salt, herbs, and a mortar & pestle on a countertop tray.

Bedroom: Display perfume bottles, jewellery, and a small catch-all dish on your 
dresser tray.

Coffee Table: Stack books, add a candle, and place a small bowl for remotes or 
matches.

Final Touch? Add one unexpected element — something fun, quirky, or sentimental — to 
make the tray feel “you.”

Shop the Look

Our Basketly trays come in a range of sizes, shapes, and natural finishes — each one 
thoughtfully handcrafted to blend into your home and lifestyle. 


✨ Shop trays now and start styling with intention. 

How do you style your tray? Tag us @basketly and show us your favourite setup — 
we’d love to feature your look!

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