But what exactly does that mean?
It depends on which of the thousands of #bookshelfwealth videos posted you look at.
Bookshelf wealth is more personaland maybe even a little bit unhinged?
Photographed by Daniel Arnold,Vogue,March 2021
(Frankly, thats why were here for it.)
Its the counterforce to a growing virtual life, says interior designerLeyden Lewis.
There is something really powerful about objects acting as an external symbol of an interior facet of ourselves.
Photo: David Land / Courtesy of Leyden Lewis
They silently declare: Yes, Iactuallyread.
But, in actuality, itsallaboutauthenticity.
If your home has bookshelf wealth, its because thats how you like to live.
Photographed by François Halard,Vogue,January 2013
Theres no cheat sheet.
Sterling echoes this sentiment: Its more about lifestyle choices than wanting it to look a certain way.
I designed it to be used.
Photo: Courtesy of Eliza Gran
Bookshelf wealth can be as grand or humble asyouwant to make it.
Still, there are places to start when thinking about how you want to nourish your at-home library.
But, above all, true bookshelf wealth is about investing in yourself and personal exploration.
You canand shoulddecorate and engage with details that inspire you.
Take the time to find the thing that speaks to you, Lewis adds.
A trend that encourages people to get off the screen and behind a book?
