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7 nightstand alternatives that work just as well

N| othing is worse than having to get out of bed when you’re finally about to fall asleep. But without a bedside table, where are you supposed to put that glass of water, lamp or alarm clock? We’re all about thinking outside the box when it comes to decorating and utilizing unexpected items in your decor — and it surely doesn’t hurt if they also prevent groggy trips out of bed.

Whether you don’t want to invest in another piece of furniture, your space is too crowded or you’re looking for new ways to spice it up in the bedroom (design-wise), odds are you’ll find a stylish solution in our list of nightstand alternatives below.

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JZHUK/GETTY Above: Using a chest of drawers or a small dresser as a bedside table can lend your space style, convenience and storage. Left: A pouf can serve as a simple, functional alternative to a nightstand. Consider placing a tray on top so your items have a...