If you remember the old Sesame Street song, “Guess which one is not like the other?” then you’ll probably be able to easily spot the accent tables in your home. They tend to be a little fancier than the others, or are a different shape. They are the real standout, whether they are up against a wall, in a hall, next to the bed or tucked between two occasional chairs.

Side and accent tables are one of the most versatile pieces of furniture that you can own. Because they come in so many different sizes and shapes, they can easily add much needed table space in nearly any room. In fact, you can even add one these tables to a bathroom, adorning it with hand towels and those little bottles of toiletries we all take home from hotels.

One of the best options is a storage accent table. While many tables are open underneath, with perhaps just a shelf, these tables are made to keep things out of sight and mind until you need them. They can come in real handy, not only in the living room, but also in your child’s bedroom or even next to your bed.

Another popular choice are sofa accent tables, which can be used in place of the traditional end tables. These tables are typically a little smaller, narrower or have a more ornate shape to them, helping anchor the corners of your sofa or sectional, giving the area a bit of your own personality.

One thing’s for sure – no matter which table you choose, it will quickly become one of the room’s most defining pieces, one with big on style and personal statement.