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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Sophie Edwards

Katharine Hepburn's Elegant '50s Dressing Table Shows How to Transform a Getting-Ready Routine Into a Focal Point in the Bedroom

Katharine hepburn on a blue background.

Most of us will look in the mirror, brush our hair, and apply moisturizer every single day – many of us will spend extra time putting on make-up in the same spot. Given the importance of this routine to our lives, the space where we practice this routine deserves extra design attention. It shouldn't be an afterthought, but an elegant focal point.

An archival photo of Katharine Hepburn's dressing table is a masterclass in how to design a makeup vanity for maximum impact.

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