Bar Cart Styling Tips so You Look Like a Pro

Hey there, friend! Grab a glass and let’s toast to the fabulous bar cart, the most adorable and practical kitchen sidekick out there. This little gem has become super popular and is styled oh-so-cutely in kitchens everywhere. While you can personalize it any way you like, I’ve got a few trendy and practical bar cart styling tips to help you style your bar cart like a pro. Let’s get this party started and delve into the details! 🎉

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The Story Behind this Cart

Having a bar cart was something I didn’t realize I would love so much, until I had one. The cart in the photos was gifted to me from a dear friend, and it has become one of my favorite pieces to style for parties, holidays, as well as every day. Click here to find it on Amazon.

It originally came in a beautiful gold shade, but it didn’t coordinate very well with my kitchen and dining room spaces, so I painted it silver. I love the new look, although I may add bit of gold rub, and paint the wheels gold, sometime soon. 😉

My kitchen has neutral tones like creamy white, gray, tan, brown, and taupe, so I styled this bar cart to match. I added a ginger jar, pitchers, plants, a wicker tray, a picture frame, plates, and a candle to make the look come together.

If you want to know how to create the perfect bar cart, include pieces that make you happy, blend with your décor, suit the occasion, and help you entertain. Curious to know what you think about this style and design. 😉

For more inspiration, feel free to click here for kitchen pictures, as well as tips on cost-effectively upgrading the heart of your home.

Bar Cart Styling Tips and Trendy Ideas

Everyday Styling

Styling your bar cart to look adorable for everyday use is a breeze once you know these few designer basics.

Use different heights to create a balanced look.
Coordinate colors with your kitchen or whatever space your bar cart is in.
Mix metals, textures, and wood tones to add depth.
Create a cozy ambiance with candles.
Bring your bar cart to life with flowers and plants.
Add a tray for a layering effect.

Add Pottery and Sculptures

For a trendy, everyday look, you can add different forms of pottery, such as ginger jars, concrete vases, and abstract sculptures, to bring in a more contemporary aesthetic. Designers regularly incorporate these types of sculptures to create focal points and talking pieces.

Here are few fun options to consider.

CosmoLiving by Cosmopolitan Metal Starburst Decorative Sculpture Carved Home Decor Statue with Stand, Accent Figurine 18″ x 4″ x 23″, White

Carrot’s Den Donut Vase, Set of 2 – Minimalist Nordic, White Ceramic Hollow Donut Vase Decor | Table Centerpiece, Olive Plant, Wedding, Living Room, Bookshelf, Office, Modern Home, Entryway, Console

Continuous Looped Entwined Love Knot Sculpture Unique Modern Contemporary Décor Hand-Crafted Soapstone Artisans of Kenya Genuine Human Hands Precious Gift (8 Inch, Natural)

7″ Decorative Sculpture – Contemporary Abstract Marble Jack Statue – White Marble Decorative Accent for Home, Office, Gift Idea – Bathroom, Countertop Decoration

OAKOA Large Decorative Bowl – White Decorative Bowls for Home Decor – Organic Modern Home Decor Bowl – Concrete Ruffle Bowl Decor – Fluted Bowl – Scalloped Bowl

Hobby Lobby Distressed Light Gray Ceramic Decorative Bowl

Stage Serving Pieces

A bar cart is a fantastic piece of furniture for entertaining! You can stock it with serving pieces like plates, pitchers, platters, and glasses, and it’ll be your go-to spot for hosting guests.

Add Picture Frames

Adding frames with photos, sayings, greetings, or scripture verses can personalize your bar cart for the occasion, or for everyday enjoyment. It also adds a lovely layer of depth to your styling.

For this one, I printed a verse from John 15:13 and placed it in a crushed velvet frame I found at HomeGoods. I love the sentimental touch it adds to the setup. 🤍

Bar Cart Styling without Alcohol

As you can see from the pictures, I chose a decorative bar cart style that highlights some of the latest design trends. I wanted it to function as a hostess station without alcohol, while also feeling like a stylish side table.

If you prefer to use your bar cart for serving alcohol, you can include items like matching wine glasses, decanters, cork openers, ice buckets, and elegant scoopers to serve your drinks in style.