6 Different Types of Dressers You Should Know

Dressers do more than store clothes. They define a room’s style, enhance organization, and become a focal point in the space. Whether you’re furnishing a brand-new bedroom or updating your storage, selecting the right dresser matters. Here are the six different types of dressers you should know, from slim, space-saving designs to larger units.

What Is a Dresser?

A dresser is a piece of furniture with multiple drawers that store clothes, accessories, and other items while keeping spaces organized. It serves both functional and decorative purposes in a home. For instance, you can use a dresser in the bedroom to neatly store clothes while placing a decorative vase or a framed photo on top.

Horizontal Dressers

Horizontal dressers, also known as wide dressers, are a classic style with ample storage. Traditional style horizontal dressers are often approximately 36” high, perfect for smaller bedrooms. Many modern horizontal dressers today are 40-46” high, also called tall dressers. Tall dressers make the most of your wall space, while still allowing you to add a mirror above or to wall mount your TV. Tall dressers range in width from 56-72” long.

Storage Capabilities

Horizontal dressers’ wide and sturdy drawers provide ample space for organizing your wardrobe and more. Fold and store bulkier items, such as sweaters, denim, or blankets, effortlessly.

Their usual configuration of six to nine drawers lets you categorize items for quicker access. You can create designated drawers for workwear, casual outfits, and seasonal clothing to keep everything organized and ready when you need it.

Practical for Shared Rooms

Sharing a dresser becomes stress-free when you choose a horizontal model. Assign one side to yourself and the other to your partner or roommate, creating a shared system that still feels personal. The dresser also suits a shared children’s room as the clearly defined sections keep everyone organized.

Vertical Dressers

Vertical dressers are another type of dresser you should know. These tall units offer a smart storage solution for homes with limited floor space. Fitting snugly into smaller areas, a vertical dresser helps you organize your essentials without overwhelming the room. Apartments, dormitories, and cozy bedrooms benefit from their slender form.

Vertical dressers are also called chest of drawers. A typical chest of drawers will include four large drawers with an additional two small drawers at the top.

Despite their compact footprint, vertical dressers hold a surprising number of items. Store everything from socks and undergarments to accessories and delicate fabrics in the narrow drawers. You can enhance organization with drawer dividers, so every item has its spot, making mornings less hectic and your storage solutions more intuitive.

Balance and Pairing Possibilities

A tall dresser adds balance and height to your furniture arrangement. Pair it with a horizontal dresser or nightstands to create a cohesive, stylish storage ensemble. Its towering profile brings visual diversity to low-profile furniture and serves as an anchor for wall art or floating shelves. A vertical dresser seamlessly fits into the design narrative of the space, whether you aim for a classic or contemporary look.

Double Dressers

Double dressers, called mule chests, have substantial width and depth with two rows of parallel drawers arranged side by side. Instead of a mirror, mule chests feature a cabinet with doors on top. These cabinets include the option of adjustable shelving, perfect as a linen closet, or a clothes rod that adds hanging storage.

Their larger size and versatile functionality make them a smart solution for bedrooms and beyond. A double dresser proves its worthwhile, whether you must store clothes, linens, or everyday items.

Double dressers also shine in households where extra storage is non-negotiable. Families can use these spacious pieces to keep clothing organized for multiple members. Designate specific drawers for seasonal items, accessories, or even toys in children’s rooms. Their generous drawer count makes it easy to separate items by category, so you can access what you need at a moment’s notice.

Lastly, double dressers can become customizable focal points in a room. Whatever your style, there’s room to make it shine.

Lowboy Dressers

Lowboy dressers, often simply called low dressers, boast timeless elegance in a compact design, offering an antique and vintage-like charm. Typically, shorter than standard dressers, they feature two or three drawers that cater to smaller spaces. Their understated size and sophisticated details make them a beloved choice for lovers of traditional and transitional decor.

Low dressers are approximately 36” high, perfect for small bedrooms. A low dresser is often used as a changing table in the nursery when paired with the removable changing tray. As your child grows, the low dresser transitions into a classic style with plenty of storage.

Ideal for Small Spaces

Lowboy dressers’ low and compact structure easily slips into tighter areas while offering functionality. You can place a lowboy under a window to make use of overlooked corners or use it as a multipurpose nightstand, keeping essentials within arm’s reach. Their thoughtful storage options help you maximize space without compromising style.

Functional Beyond the Bedroom

Lowboy dressers also thrive in other parts of the home. Their compact form suits entryways, where they offer storage for shoes, hats, or household odds and ends. Alternatively, you can turn a lowboy into a living room centerpiece by using it as a TV console or stylish accent table. Fill the drawers with magazines, remotes, or board games to maintain an orderly space.

Lingerie Dressers

Lingerie dressers, commonly called lingerie chests, blend practicality and elegance in a slim, vertical design. Their tall and narrow structure stores delicate and small items, making them a fantastic solution for keeping everything organized.

Their narrow shape allows for the practical use of dead space, whether in a closet, by the bedside, or even in a compact dressing room. They leave your room feeling open and uncluttered while adding storage where you need it most by slotting perfectly into corners or narrow nooks.

Flexible and Versatile Design

While ideal for bedrooms, lingerie dressers can adapt to other areas of your home. Use them in a bathroom to hold hand towels, toiletries, or haircare tools. Or place one in a home office or art studio, where the slim drawers make organizing craft supplies, stationery, or tools a breeze.

Dresser with Mirror

Choose a dresser with mirror to add light reflection in a dark bedroom. This added reflection creates the illusion of added space in small bedrooms. Both tall dressers and low dressers are available with a mirror. Custom mirror sizes are available upon request.

Bedroom dressers with a mirror create an additional dressing area in your home, avoiding crowded bathrooms. Request lights and jewelry storage in your dresser with a mirror for added luxury and convenience.

In Amish furniture dressers, the mirror attaches to the back of the dresser with brackets. These removable brackets allow you to change the layout and add a wall mounted TV instead, should your bedroom layout change. The mirrors in Amish dressers are cut locally, often featuring a bevel along the edge to add extra dimension.

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