15 stunning bathroom mirror ideas for Australian homes

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31 July 2023

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A bathroom mirror, more than a mere reflective surface, can serve as the centrepiece that dictates the character of your bathroom while bringing style and personality to the room.

There's a wide range of bathroom mirrors available that can greatly enhance your interior design. We've compiled a selection of the best bathroom mirror ideas, highlighting a diverse range of options suitable for all kinds of bathroom styles. Whether you're drawn to modern or traditional designs, this list will offer plenty of inspiration for your bathroom renovation or refresh.

Antique bathroom mirrors can add a special touch to a bathroom, working well with other pieces like a main vanity unit. This mirror has a gold frame that stands out against the dark green shower tiles and lighter walls. Its elegant look also brings out the beauty of the marble-topped vanity, creating a nice balance between vintage style and modern design elements.

This beautiful framed bathroom mirror looks stunning in this traditionnally styled bathroom Featured project: The Windsor
This beautiful framed bathroom mirror looks stunning in this traditionnally styled bathroom Featured project: The Windsor

If you want a modern look, consider incorporating bathroom mirrors into an expansive central vanity unit. The contemporary open layout of this bathroom promotes an influx of natural light, adding a sense of spaciousness and serenity. Elegantly positioned, in this example, the mirrors emerge as the key feature, bridging the gap between ritual and functional spaces and complimenting the unique glass basins.

Free-standing bathroom mirrors are a great option if you're looking for an innovative way to position multiple mirrors in your bathroom. Featured project: Studley Park Bathroom
Free-standing bathroom mirrors are a great option if you're looking for an innovative way to position multiple mirrors in your bathroom. Featured project: Studley Park Bathroom

If you're aiming for a consistent design in your bathroom, consider matching the style of your bathroom mirror with your bathroom vanity. Keeping the colour and material consistent helps the space feel more unified and put together. By doing so, you'll create an aesthetically pleasing environment and add a touch of your personality, transforming your bathroom into a true reflection of your style. This round mirror that's featured complements the material and colour of the sink and looks stunning on the bathroom wall.

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Matching the material and style of your bathroom mirror and sink creates a uniform look. Featured project: Sholl Project - Bathroom
Matching the material and style of your bathroom mirror and sink creates a uniform look. Featured project: Sholl Project - Bathroom

LED bathroom mirrors can truly transform your bathroom experience. With built-in lighting, these mirrors do more than provide a reflection. They illuminate your space, making daily routines easier and adding a special touch to your bathroom. For instance, a bright, clear light can enhance your morning routine, while a dimmer setting can make a late-night bath more relaxing. As you can see below these mirrors are more than a practical addition – they can adjust the mood and character of your bathroom while making functional use of wall space and offering a unique frameless design.

LED lights add ambience and atmosphere. Featured project: American Oak Vanities
LED lights add ambience and atmosphere. Featured project: American Oak Vanities
LED bathroom mirrors come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Featured project: American Oak Vanities
LED bathroom mirrors come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Featured project: American Oak Vanities

If you're short on space, a bathroom vanity with built-in mirrors could be a good solution. The design helps save space and makes your vanity a multi-purpose spot for storage and daily routines. The example below goes a bit further, adding a light between the mirrors. This gives you the option to switch off the main bathroom light and use the vanity light for a more calming atmosphere. This design is great for smaller bathrooms, such as those found in apartments or a small or tiny powder room where only smaller mirrors are needed.

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Mirrored cabinets offer functional storage space. Featured project: Lovegrove Project
Mirrored cabinets offer functional storage space. Featured project: Lovegrove Project

If you have a larger bathroom that contains features such as double sinks, consider incorporating matching bathroom mirrors into the space. Doing so means two people can comfortably use the bathroom at a time without inconvenience. Beyond its practicality, this design choice also creates a sense of symmetry and balance in the space, lending a more organised and unified bathroom design. As you can see below the mirrors complement the taps and the marble sink and wall panelling.

Matching mirrors look fantastic in bathrooms that feature more than one sink. Featured project: Gunnamatta House
Matching mirrors look fantastic in bathrooms that feature more than one sink. Featured project: Gunnamatta House
Featured project: Gunnamatta House
Featured project: Gunnamatta House

Keeping things simple doesn't mean compromising on style. A minimalist wooden bathroom mirror can be a great choice for those who prefer a clean, uncluttered look. The natural finish of the wood can bring a warm, organic touch to the bathroom, while its simplistic design complements any décor without being overpowering. As this featured mirror below shows this type of mirror is not just about aesthetics; it's also practical and versatile. It fits in effortlessly with various bathroom styles and sizes, particularly coastal themed bathrooms commonly found in many Australian beach homes.


Wood framed bathroom mirrors look great in coastal bathrooms. Featured product: Ballina Mirror
Wood framed bathroom mirrors look great in coastal bathrooms. Featured product: Ballina Mirror

A pebble shaped bathroom mirror is a break from the norm. Its rounded edges and unusual shape can add a unique and charming touch to your bathroom. The soft lines of the pebble shape can create a calming and peaceful atmosphere in the room. It's a distinctive choice that works well in many different bathroom styles, offering both function and a fun twist on traditional bathroom mirrors. Below you can see a pebble mirror striking a nice contrast with the surrounding white wall tiles, contributing to the fresh, clean look of the bathroom.

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A pebble-shaped bathroom mirror that adds a touch of nature-inspired design to a bathroom. Featured product: Pebble Shape Mirror
A pebble-shaped bathroom mirror that adds a touch of nature-inspired design to a bathroom. Featured product: Pebble Shape Mirror
A pebble-shaped bathroom mirror offers a refreshing twist on traditional bathroom mirror shapes. Featured product: Pebble Shape Mirror
A pebble-shaped bathroom mirror offers a refreshing twist on traditional bathroom mirror shapes. Featured product: Pebble Shape Mirror

An arch shaped bathroom mirror brings a unique charm to your bathroom with its distinctive curved top, differing from typical square or rectangular forms. This mirror style imitates the elegance of classical architecture, offering a visually pleasing change in your bathroom. As you can see below, the arch shape not only provides the practicality of a mirror but also adds a design element that works well with various styles, particularly traditional or Mediterranean-style bathrooms. This type of mirror offers an easy way to make your bathroom feel more special and personalised.

Arch mirrors have a traditional feel, but they work well in modern bathrooms. Featured product: Arch Mirror Cabinet
Arch mirrors have a traditional feel, but they work well in modern bathrooms. Featured product: Arch Mirror Cabinet
This arch mirror suits Mediterranean style bathrooms. Featured product: Arch Mirror Cabinet
This arch mirror suits Mediterranean style bathrooms. Featured product: Arch Mirror Cabinet

An infrared heater mirror is a smart way to add warmth to your bathroom, especially during colder months. These mirrors have built-in infrared heating technology that can efficiently heat up the room while also preventing the mirror from fogging up after a hot shower. This makes for a clear, steam-free reflection at all times, even in a warm, humid bathroom. Plus, it's a great way to keep the chill away while adding a high-tech touch to your bathroom's functionality.

Technological innovation meets everyday convenience with heated bathroom mirrors. Featured product: Inspire - Mirror Infrared Heater
Technological innovation meets everyday convenience with heated bathroom mirrors. Featured product: Inspire - Mirror Infrared Heater

A pill shaped mirror is a distinctive choice for any bathroom. With its elongated, rounded design, it's a step away from traditional shapes, adding a fresh and innovative touch to the room. Its versatile design works well with a range of décor styles. Beyond just being a mirror, its unique shape can make it standout, adding a dash of unexpected style to a bathroom. The featured mirror contains a satin brass frame that compliment the design and material of the bathroom taps.

The brass satin frame matches the material of the taps. Featured product: Pill Mirror Cabinet
The brass satin frame matches the material of the taps. Featured product: Pill Mirror Cabinet
A chic pill-shaped bathroom mirror that adds a touch of quirky charm to your bathroom. Featured product: Pill Mirror Cabinet
A chic pill-shaped bathroom mirror that adds a touch of quirky charm to your bathroom. Featured product: Pill Mirror Cabinet

This Hampton bathroom mirror perfectly encapsulates the relaxed elegance characteristic of Hampton style. This mirror features LED lights that offer crisp, efficient illumination, while its clean lines and understated design exude a casual yet sophisticated charm. Its light-infused frame not only enhances visibility for grooming tasks but also contributes to the airy, coastal feel of the Hampton style. It serves as a practical and stylistically fitting centrepiece, particularly in a Hampton-inspired bathroom.

This stylish horizontal mirror is a great addition to any Hampton style bathroom. Featured product: Hampton LED Mirror
This stylish horizontal mirror is a great addition to any Hampton style bathroom. Featured product: Hampton LED Mirror

A full length bathroom mirror offers more than a comprehensive reflection. It plays a key role in manipulating the perception of space and light in your bathroom. By mirroring the entire room, it creates an illusion of additional depth, a particularly valuable asset in a smaller bathroom. The mirror also maximises the light within the space, making the bathroom appear brighter. A full-length mirror goes beyond the traditional function of a bathroom mirror, enhancing both the practicality and the sense of space within your bathroom.

A full-length bathroom mirror adds depth and dimension to a bathroom. Featured product: Radius Leaner Framed Mirror.
A full-length bathroom mirror adds depth and dimension to a bathroom. Featured product: Radius Leaner Framed Mirror.

Keep your bathroom design crisp and uncomplicated with a rectangular mirror. This timeless shape lends a clean, structured look to your space, complementing a myriad of design styles from minimalist to lavish. The simplicity of a rectangular mirror not only provides a practical reflective surface but also introduces a touch of understated elegance. Whether hung over a sink or used as an accent piece, it's a reliable and versatile addition to a bathroom.

A rectangular bathroom mirror enhances a bathroom with its simplistic yet timeless charm. Featured product: Radius Rectangle Mirror.
A rectangular bathroom mirror enhances a bathroom with its simplistic yet timeless charm. Featured product: Radius Rectangle Mirror.

A multifunctional mirror offers a bespoke experience in your bathroom, merging practicality with sophisticated technology. With this mirror, you can adjust the temperature of the light emitted from the mirror, create ambient lighting, and even play atmospheric music - all controlled by a simple touch on the mirror's surface. The mirror below integrates various functions such as a light for makeup application, room lighting, mood-enhancing lights, a demister, and a sound system within its stylish design.

Multi functional mirrors blend technology and functionality. Featured product: Multi dimensional Mirror
Multi functional mirrors blend technology and functionality. Featured product: Multi dimensional Mirror

As illustrated, bathroom mirrors today offer far more than function, injecting substantial style into the bathroom. With such a wide array of sophisticated designs, each mirror has the power to be one of your bathroom highlights, Picking the right mirror is not just about looking into a reflection, it's about picking a piece that adds a unique, personal touch to your bathroom.

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