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10 Blue Vanity Bathroom Ideas You’ll Love
Updated on Feb. 27, 2024
Choosing a Bathroom Vanity Color
White and wood-tone vanities are standard, but they’re not your only options. Blue vanities are becoming increasingly popular, because the color evokes a sense of tranquility and complements nearly every interior design style.
But with so many shades to choose from, how do you know if a bright turquoise or a soft baby blue will look best in your bathroom?
We consulted with New York interior designer Artem Kropovinsky, who shared some insight on how to choose — and style — the perfect blue vanity for your bathroom. Here are his top tips:
- Blue vanities are ideal for contemporary and coastal styles. Soft blues create a more classic statement.
- Go with a matte finish for a modern vibe, and a glossy finish for a traditional one.
- Good lighting enhances the color’s vibrancy. To create brightness, focus on bringing in natural light. To emphasize texture, go artificial.
- Blues mix well with warm woods, white countertops and gold or brass fixtures. Chrome and black hardware can also create good contrast.
- Let the blue stand within neutral settings, like beige or gray.
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Navy and Gold Chic
When browsing blue vanity bathroom ideas, you’ll find a common pairing with all shades: gold or brass accents.
As you can see in this example from the Chicago interior design firm @esslingerdesigncompany, the deep navy of this vanity contrasts elegantly with the gold hardware and mirror. Add a traditional white marble countertop, and this design screams sophistication, luxury and self-care.
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Soft, Airy Blue
This stunning blue vanity from color expert and home blogger @mariakillam proves two things. One, going blue doesn’t have to mean going bold. And two, you can (and maybe should) mix your metals.
Chrome fixtures and brass accents coexist beautifully in this bathroom, where the light blue vanity adds just a touch of color to an otherwise mostly neutral space. Small bathrooms in particular can benefit from the airy feel.
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Powder Blue
You don’t have to replace your vanity to enjoy the calming effects of blue. As shown in this DIY from home organization blogger @smallstuffemily, painting an existing vanity a soft powder blue can completely transform your bathroom.
You don’t see it in her video, but she added black hardware and painted the ceiling black for a modern contrast that pulled the whole look together.
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Steel Blue
For a modern take on a blue vanity, consider going with a deep steel blue, like this one from home styling expert @getshelfhelp.
The cool tone creates a sleek, sophisticated setting that makes the shiny gold fixtures come to life. Limiting the pop of color to the vanity doesn’t overpower the small bathroom, and adds just enough visual interest to make a statement.
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Bold Cobalt
OK, we know we’ve stressed the need for neutral tones when incorporating blue. But we can’t deny the impact of a bold cobalt vanity and a wildly colorful wallpaper, like this one from interior design studio @ashleygoforth.
Even in a teeny-tiny bathroom, this combination is dynamic and visually captivating. The key to pulling this off is making sure the wallpaper ties in the blue color of the vanity. That’s what makes it work!
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@jenhantz I mean, I needed more storage! #bathroom #quickfix #lowes #bluevanity #itsme ♬ Anti-Hero – Taylor Swift
Silver Touches
Gold is undoubtedly the go-to fixture finish for blue vanities. But as shown in this TikTok from @jenhantz, a cool silver can work just as well.
Tired of the lack of storage from her simple pedestal sink, she chose a chic blue vanity with silver hardware that effortlessly complements the gray and white color scheme in the rest of the bathroom. The addition gives it a touch of glam without being overpowering.
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@lilsgrl Turned part of my master vanity into a standing vanity, sawed the bottom, added legs and a drawer and now a vessel vanity! Something classy #diyproject #deepbluevanity #chalkpaint #iwantimake #bathroomremodel #savemoneylivebetter #boybathroomideas #sawitonpinterest #workhardplayharder ♬ So Fresh, So Clean – Outkast
Modern Farmhouse Blue
This stunning DIY blue vanity from TikToker @lilsgrl offers the perfect example of how to incorporate a bold color into a traditional setting. We love how she mixed the charm of the vanity’s vintage-style legs with modern fixtures and a vessel sink.
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@fieldandvineyard Spending my birthday finishing up this guest bathroom refresh! The previous paint job was so bad that it would peel off with just my nail. It is now extremely durable thanks to my favorite One Hour Enamel paint! I love how this color looks with this gorgeous brass hardware from @inspire_hardware! Their high-quality cabinet pulls and knobs are the perfect finishing touch to this vanity makeover. #bathroomvanityupdate #bathroomvanitypainted #bluevanity ♬ original sound – Christina
Pole-Wrapped Doors
Pole-wrapping is a fun and easy way to add some personality to plain cabinet doors, as demonstrated in this TikTok by furniture flipper @fieldandvineyard.
She used Wise Owl Paint’s One Hour Enamel in the color Raven, described as “the deepest dark blue of your dreams.” The result? A dramatic update to her bathroom vanity that instantly elevates the entire space. The added pole-wrapping detail brings texture and interest to the otherwise flat cabinet doors.
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Floating Blue Sink
Just because you lack the room for a full-sized vanity doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the beauty of blue in your bathroom. TikToker @AngeZCreations gave her simple floating sink (it’s the size of a single drawer) a fresh coach of deep blue paint and added black and silver hardware.
The unique shape of the sink and the unexpected color choice make this a standout statement. Plus, it’s a great space-saving solution.
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Blue Overload? Never!
If you’re worried that painting your vanity blue will limit your color choices elsewhere, think again. This striking bathroom from interior design studio @jenniferkizzeedesign features a gorgeously serene blue vanity, plus a blue-tiled shower and blue tile flooring.
To make this work, stick with similar shades of blue throughout and balance them with white accents. The result? A dreamy, spa-like oasis right at home.
About the Expert
- Artem Kropovinksy is an interior design expert and the founder of Arsight, an award-winning interior design studio based in New York City.
