The 25 Best Coasters Out There, No Matter Your Apartment's Vibe

Also known as: How to make even a late-night beer look classy.

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With all the thought and planning that goes into creating the perfect cocktail at home, equally important is what goes under it. It can be nearly devastating to lift up your glass and find a wet mark on your brand new coffee table. Adding a coaster can save you the trouble of having to fix the damage or replace the item all together. Plus, coasters can make you seem like you have your life in order, even if you don't. From stainless steel options to more artsy, woven designs, here are the best coasters on the market right now.

Jonathan Adler Adler Le Wink Coasters
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Jonathan Adler Adler Le Wink Coasters

Best Pop Art Pick

Adding color to a monochrome apartment doesn't have to be hard. Small details, like these pastel coasters, are the perfect way to spice things up. 

Foundry Select Coaster
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Foundry Select Coaster

Best Wooden Pick 

These wooden coasters maintain a bit of polish, thanks to a metallic gold trim. 

Uncommon Goods Custom Map Coaster Set
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Uncommon Goods Custom Map Coaster Set

Best Customizable Pick 

What better way to celebrate your neighborhood than with tiny customized details all around your apartment? This set will add a more personal touch to your space.

Jonathan Adler Master Clense Coaster Set
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Jonathan Adler Master Clense Coaster Set

Best for The Recent Graduate

 This fun set of four is guaranteed to be a conversation starter when you have guests over.

Kim Seybert Cheers Coaster Set
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Kim Seybert Cheers Coaster Set

Best for Parties

If your friends are all drinking something different, get them coasters to match.  

Gray Malin Bondi Beach 4-Piece Coaster Set
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Gray Malin Bondi Beach 4-Piece Coaster Set

Best if You Love The Beach

Like all good things, summer must come to an end. When it does, pick up a set of these coasters. 

Gift Boutique Millifiori Coaster Set of 4
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Gift Boutique Millifiori Coaster Set of 4

Best Floral Pick 

These delicate coasters look fragile, but they're actually made out of iron so they won't break after a few uses. The bright pattern will add some color to even the smallest of apartments. 

Mint Pantry Square Wine Bottle Coaster
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Mint Pantry Square Wine Bottle Coaster

Best Rose-Gold Pick

If you're obsessed with rose-gold right now, this set of four is the perfect addition to your new place.  It's also big enough to hold your favorite candle, if that's more your speed. 

MoMA History of Art Coaster (Set of 6)
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MoMA History of Art Coaster (Set of 6)

Best for Art-Lovers

Not able to get to the Museum of Modern Art this season? Each of the coasters in this set features a sketch by an artist featured in the museum. 

Rifle Paper Co Eight-Pack Cities Coaster Set
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Rifle Paper Co Eight-Pack Cities Coaster Set

Best For Your Friend Who Loves to Travel. 

You might have heard of collecting mugs or magnets from your travels, but these coasters are a lot more chic. 

Fornasetti Set Of 8 Soli E Lune Porcelain Coasters
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Fornasetti Set Of 8 Soli E Lune Porcelain Coasters

Best Gift To Give to Your Parents. 

If you're not sure what to get your parents as a gift, consider buying them something that makes you look good, too. Plus, they're way less expensive than the actual Fornasetti plates. 

Rose Victoria English Silver-Plate Wine Coasters,
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Rose Victoria English Silver-Plate Wine Coasters,

Best for Wine Lovers 

These were designed to hold a bottle of wine, so you don't have to worry about those staining your table, either. Plus, they're a unique vintage  find that you won't see anywhere else. 

Rosdorf Park Brilliant Mirror Coaster
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Rosdorf Park Brilliant Mirror Coaster

Best For Gifting 

A coaster set can be an unexpected — and much needed — gift. These cost less than $50 but look far more expensive. 

Celina Mancurti Monogram Leather Coasters (Set of 4)
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Celina Mancurti Monogram Leather Coasters (Set of 4)

Best Leather Pick 

ANNA New York Fuchsia Agate Coasters, Set of 4
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ANNA New York Fuchsia Agate Coasters, Set of 4

Best if You Love Color 

Agate coasters are everywhere right now, but this bright pink hue stands out. 

Fruitsuper Design Brass Lift Coasters (Set of 4)
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Fruitsuper Design Brass Lift Coasters (Set of 4)

Best if you Love Something Quirky. 

If you're looking for something elegant and subdued, this brass pick should do the trick. Their shape makes them so different from any other on the market, but they're still subdued. 

Cathy's Concepts 'Home State' Glass Coasters
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Cathy's Concepts 'Home State' Glass Coasters

Best For If You've Just Moved. 

Feeling some hometown pride if you're far away? These coasters come detailed with every one of the 50 states, so they're perfect the perfect reminder of where you came from. 

Pandoza Absorbent Coasters For Drinks - Grey Lines On LARGE Ceramic Stone With Cork Backing, Drink spills Thirsty Coaster Set of 6 No Holder, OVERSIZE BETTER Protects Furniture From Damage
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Pandoza Absorbent Coasters For Drinks - Grey Lines On LARGE Ceramic Stone With Cork Backing, Drink spills Thirsty Coaster Set of 6 No Holder, OVERSIZE BETTER Protects Furniture From Damage

Best for Getting to You Quick 

This quirky black and white set is under $20 and gets to you with the magic of Prime shipping, so you can't go wrong.  

Joanna Buchanan Stripe Bee Coaster, Set of 4
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Joanna Buchanan Stripe Bee Coaster, Set of 4

Best Woven Option 

Joanna Buchanan has become known for her homewares, from coasters to placemats to napkins. These adorable hand-woven bee coasters are no different. 

Areaware Concrete Table Tiles
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Areaware Concrete Table Tiles

Best Geometric Pick 

This set was practically designed for those people who love every single item to be in it's proper place. They look super cute joined together or on their own. 

Mercer41 Quartz Coasters
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Mercer41 Quartz Coasters

Best Geode Pick 

This neutral-colored quartz will go with any silverware you choose. Plus, the glittery metallic trim adds a touch of edge. 

Orrefors Peak Non-Slip Coasters, Set of 4
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Orrefors Peak Non-Slip Coasters, Set of 4

Best for Minimalists 

Who said simple can't be beautiful? These thin gold coasters won't take up too much space on your table but they'll still make an understated statement. 

ZAYAD Record Coasters
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ZAYAD Record Coasters

Best for Less than $10

If you have a ton of people coming over, coasters are the easiest way to make sure none of your furniture gets ruined. Each guest can have their own individual vinyl, so no one's drinks will get stolen. 

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Julia Marzovilla
Julia Marzovilla
Former Fashion E-Commerce Editor

Julia Marzovilla is the former Fashion E-Commerce Editor at Marie Claire, where she reviewed the latest launches from fashion and beauty brands, finds the best on-sale items around the internet, and interviews experts to find the best products in any category to share with her readers. She also created shopping guides that span every vertical on the site as an expert in everything from the best laptop bags to the best laser hair removal devices.