Here in Chicago, we can’t let the cold winters get us down! Perhaps one of the coziest parts of winter is snuggling up in our warm, comfortable beds at the end of a long day. But did you know there is a recipe for creating the coziest bed possible?

Open shelving, while gaining popularity, has its downsides. Whether it’s open shelving in the kitchen or a bookcase in the living room, it can easily look cluttered and outright unappealing. This trend isn’t going anywhere, however, so here are a few tips to help you style open shelves in any area of your home: