I have always loved the look of coffee table books in a room. Not only do they add a sense of style and personality to one’s home, they are also great gifts. 

I started collecting coffee table books about four years ago when I moved into my first NYC apartment. My favorite coffee table books are ones that are true to things I like and books that I actually want to read. For example: 100 Record Covers by Michael Ochs because I love the history of music, Annie Leibovitz Portraits 2005-2016 by Annie Leibovitz because she is one of my favorite portrait photographers, Accidentally Wes Anderson due to my love of film, and of course any of the chic Assouline books. 

I believe your coffee table selection should be built over time; shop some of my favorites below.