Ashley Canada's Guide to Dressers and Mirrors

Storage is the obvious reason to buy a dresser. The less obvious reason is that the right dresser, paired with the right mirror, does more for a bedroom than almost any other furniture decision. It grounds the room, adds light, and handles the visual weight that a bed alone cannot carry.

Wide, low dressers work well in rooms with limited wall space. Tall chests of drawers are the better call when floor space is tight, with the same storage in a smaller footprint. For the mirror, the two-thirds rule holds up well in most rooms: choose a mirror that is roughly two thirds the width of the dresser beneath it. Too wide and it looks top-heavy. A floor mirror leaning in a corner is a practical alternative if your wall space is spoken for, and it opens up a smaller room considerably. If you are furnishing a full room at once, pairing a dresser and mirror with a matching bedroom set keeps the finish and proportions consistent throughout.

If you would rather skip the guesswork on pairing entirely, Ashley Canada carries dressers that come with a matching mirror included. The proportions are already figured out, the finish is consistent, and the two pieces are designed to work together from the start. It is a straightforward option for anyone furnishing a room from scratch or replacing a set that has reached the end of its life.

Before you buy, measure the wall and account for drawer clearance in front of the piece. Drawers need room to open fully, and in bedrooms with closet doors or beds placed nearby, that clearance disappears faster than expected. Browse Ashley Canada's full dresser and mirror collection online or visit one of our 39 store locations across Canada and see them in person.

Dressers and Mirrors Frequently Asked Questions

What is a dresser? A wide, low storage piece with multiple drawers, typically used in the bedroom. Usually paired with a mirror mounted above or attached to the back. A chest of drawers is the taller, narrower version of the same thing.

What is a dresser with mirror? A dresser sold with a matching mirror included. The mirror is designed to attach directly to the back of the dresser or mount on the wall above it. The proportions and finish are matched from the start, so there is no need to source the two pieces separately. A practical choice when putting together a complete bedroom from scratch.

What size mirror goes above a dresser? Roughly two-thirds of the width of the dresser beneath it is a reliable guide. A mirror that is too wide looks top-heavy. Keeping the bottom of the mirror about 15 to 20 centimetres above the dresser surface gives it room to breathe.

What is a floor mirror? A tall freestanding mirror designed to lean against a wall. Useful for full-length dressing and for adding light and depth to a room. A good option when wall space above a dresser is limited. Secure it to the wall if it is in a high-traffic area.

How much does a dresser cost? It varies depending on size, material, and construction. At Ashley Canada, dressers are available across a range of price points so there is an option for most budgets. Financing is also available if you would prefer to spread out the cost.

Where can I buy a dresser or mirror in Canada? Ashley Canada carries a wide selection of dressers and mirrors across 39 store locations from coast to coast. Shop the full collection online or visit a store to see the options in person.