Dining room with bar cart

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When I moved to my second New York apartment, I was dating a college guy. I’d been pretty proud of my home decor skills, but I remember visiting his on-campus apartment and noticing the bar cart he’d placed in a corner. It was cute, sophisticated and interesting — and it made me a little jealous. How had I, a bona fide adult, neglected to fill my home with this obviously mature thing when my college-age boyfriend hadn’t? This was a wrong that needed to be righted immediately. I set to work…

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With wrapped presents, a tabletop tree, and all the mixology essentials, the designer's bar cart is the ultimate Christmas decor inspiration. Here's how to add festive details to yours while still keeping it functional.

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Bar carts make a nice accent piece and can serve drinks and cocktails when entertaining guests in these main living areas. Placing a bar cart near the dining table allows for easy access to drinks and mixers during meals and gatherings. Some other popular spots include entryways, home offices, or even bedrooms if space allows. The ideal location often depends on your home's layout!