You might not think you need to find the best tissue box covers, but once you do, there is no way you're going back to settling for that naked cardboard box. The beauty of shopping for these is that the design styles are endless. Not only should you get multiples—one for each bathroom, at least—but you can change them out on a whim.
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But remember: It’s more than a bathroom accessory. I am in the middle of giving my kitchen a refresh, a design with a four-by-four tile backsplash with a blue strip that’s a bit standard. But as soon as I saw the MacKenzie-Childs boutique tissue box cover, the design marbles in my brain started rolling. I am departing from the slightly dated kitchen and transforming it into a modern cottagecore aesthetic. On the other hand, a fabric tissue box cover from GreenRow, in a painterly floral, is delicate enough to fit on a nightstand.
I found a bevy of the best tissue box covers in different designs for your home. Don’t be surprised if guests start commenting on every box of tissues in your house.
Best Cottagecore Style
Once you get hooked on the MacKenzie-Childs checks, there is no going back. My gateway into the iconic design was through a Bialetti moka pot and espresso saucers—I use these daily, in part because I love the MacKenzie-Childs black-and-white courtly check patterns but also how the steel feels so durable. The Boutique tissue cover is made with heavy-gauge steel and hand-painted with the classic design, making it easy to have a collection. The range of colorways, which includes mocha and lavender hues, gives this cover a homey look.
A Delicate Floral Design
The floral design on this linen-cotton fabric looks as if it was painted en plein air. Even though the tissue box holder is woven, the hemmed edge gives this design structure to fit around a standard square tissue box. It’s Oeko-Tex certified and you can even toss it into a washing machine, should it need a refresh.
Best for Minimalists
The brass Kassatex tissue holder comes in gold and black, but silver, in particular, gives this design minimalistic appeal. Unlike other metal tissue box holders, the curved lines of the Nile design impart an almost surrealistic feel. The collection also includes a matching soap dish and lotion dispenser for a curated look.
A Modern, Marble-Like Pick
At first glance, the Ferm Living cover looks like it is made of marble. But the eye-catching stone facade is actually resin, a much lighter alternative. The earthy swirls of the kelp colorway elevate it beyond anything basic, making this rectangular tissue box a worthy pick for a home office.
The corners of the Rabitti 1969 tissue box cover look a bit pinched, which is just the kind of detail you’d expect from the Italian brand known for high-quality leather goods. Think of it as a consolation prize if you didn’t make it to Milan Design Week this year—AD editors spotted canary yellow as a rising trend, by the way.
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Next time you’re tearing up while reading Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar, have the Cabana marbled tissue box within reach. The abstract look is replicated using the ancient technique used in bookbinding, but can pass as a retro home decor piece in your living room.
Coastal living wouldn’t be complete without a handwoven piece from McGee & Co. Like rattan, the wicker weaving of natural seagrass fibers introduces a natural texture that adds an organic element to any bathroom countertop. The brown notes contrast beautifully against the golden tones on a Calacatta marble vanity.
Jonathan Adler is not one to shy away from color, and his lacquered tissue box design is no different. The vibrant poppy hue is even more attention-getting thanks to the polished sheen. It can work both in a maximalist space or styled as a wow-element against an all-white countertop. Don’t be surprised if this jewel box will have you eyeing a tomato-hued Vola faucet.
The Anthropologie Luna tissue holder winks at jade, yet it is made of resin. Its soft variegated hue adds a serene vibe to any bathroom. All you have to do is imagine stepping out of a steamy shower and wrapping yourself in the plushest spa towels and the scene is set. See if a basic white tissue box cover can do that.
If you want your powder room to be the talk of the town (in a good way), all you have to do is add this block-printed Inner Child fabric tissue box with a whimsical red tassel. This unexpected element is like placing a circus tent on a run-of-the mill Kleenex box. For the same reason, it's also a lovely addition to a kids’ room.
Crafted by a fifth-generation metalsmith, this box features a hand-punched floral design and is double folded for a smooth edge. As it only weighs just 10 ounces, it’s easy to transport room to room. Then again, you can keep it on your patio during allergy season.