Full Length Mirrors

How we hand-pick our full-length mirror range

We hand-pick our full-length mirrors from specialist makers we work with directly, choosing each piece for the range rather than stocking any one maker's full catalogue. The set covers head-to-toe rectangular mirrors, arched and oval shapes, and a small group of traditional cheval mirrors. These are tall, floor-standing pieces sized for a full-body reflection, with the range leaning heavily toward extra-large sizes, built for bedrooms, dressing rooms and hallway ends rather than for hanging at eye level. Frames run from clean modern profiles through bevelled glass to ornate traditional metalwork, in silver, gold, black, white, grey and bronze finishes.

Floor mirrors and floor-standing mirrors for US homes

UK and US customers use different vocabulary for the same piece. In the UK, the category sits under "full length mirror," "freestanding mirror" and "floor standing mirror." In the US, the same products are typically searched as "floor mirror," "standing mirror" or "oversized mirror," and US retailers shelve them on /floor-mirrors/ URLs. Our range serves both markets from the same catalogue. An extra-large rectangular piece a UK customer would call a full-length mirror is the same item a US customer would search for as a floor mirror or oversized floor mirror. Gold floor mirrors, arched floor mirrors and large floor mirrors sit within the same set, finished and sized to read consistently across either market's terminology.

Freestanding and floor-standing: leaning a mirror safely against the wall

Most of the range is designed to stand on the floor rather than hang from a fixing. Within that, much of the range is leaner mirrors, built to rest at a shallow angle against the wall rather than mount flat. The rest are fully freestanding on a base, or cheval-mounted on a tilting frame. Whichever mode you choose, a tall floor-standing mirror should always be anchored. We recommend fitting an anti-tip wall strap or wall anchor behind the top edge of any mirror over 150cm, and positioning the base on a level, non-slip surface. Carpet, rugs and uneven floorboards reduce stability and should be checked before placement.

Leaner, freestanding and cheval formats

Most of the range leans. A smaller group of cheval mirrors is a recognised sub-type within the full-length category, distinct from a plain leaner. The frame sits in a fixed floor stand with two side pivots, so the mirror itself tilts forward and back to adjust the viewing angle. The format dates to the 19th century and traditionally reads as antique or classical, though modern cheval designs in brushed metalwork are also available. We carry a small selection of cheval mirrors in this range, suited to bedrooms and dressing rooms where you want adjustable head-to-toe reflection without leaning the piece directly against the wall.

Sizing and placement: extra-large mirrors for bedrooms and dressing rooms

The range leans heavily toward extra-large pieces. For a head-to-toe reflection from standing distance, allow at least 150cm of mirror height with the base sitting close to floor level, and leave around two metres of clear floor space in front for a full-body view. In bedrooms, a large floor mirror works well placed against a long wall opposite a window, where it bounces daylight back into the room. In dressing rooms and walk-in wardrobes, position the mirror end-on to the wardrobe run so you can see the back of an outfit reflected in a second mirror or window behind you. Avoid placing tall mirrors behind doors that swing inward, and keep at least 30cm of clearance from radiators and direct heat sources.

Frame finishes: gold, silver, black and natural

The range splits roughly evenly across four main finishes. Silver-framed mirrors, the most common finish in the range, suit modern and contemporary interiors and pair with brushed steel, glass and pale upholstery. Gold-framed mirrors read warmer, work well in glam, art deco and traditional settings, and answer the US-specific demand for gold floor mirrors. Black-framed mirrors suit industrial-style and minimalist rooms and contrast cleanly against pale walls. White and natural-wood frames fit Scandinavian, coastal and country interiors. Within those finishes, frame profiles range from clean modern lines through bevelled glass to ornate traditional mouldings, so the same finish can read modern or classical depending on the piece.

Browse related ranges

To browse the wider mirror range, see our parent mirrors page, which also covers wall-mounted pieces. For shape-led and finish-led sub-ranges, see round mirrors, arched mirrors, gold mirrors and our own-brand alabaster mirrors.