Dunes Cream & Ivory Decorative Books
Soft, sandy neutrals that make any shelf look calm and finished.
From $39.99 · 1 ft $69.99
The Tidewater palette
Navy, ink blue, denim and mid-blue spines, from deep to medium.
Tidewater · Navy & Blue
Tidewater: Navy & Blue Decorative Books
Deep harbor blues with a crisp, nautical edge.
- Free shipping · continental U.S.
- 90-day returns
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- Free shipping · continental U.S. and D.C.
- 90-day returns · no restocking fee
- Good used condition · titles vary
- Ships from Virginia Beach, VA
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Common setups
| Setup (styled, ~60% full) | Feet | Lots | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 30-in. shelf | 2 ft | 1 × 2 ft | $129.99 |
| Five-shelf 30-in. bookcase | 8 ft | 4 × 2 ft | $519.96 |
| Pair of 36-in. built-ins, 5 shelves each | 18 ft | 9 × 2 ft | $1169.91 |
| Staged bookcase, 5 × 30 in. (half full) | 7 ft | 3 × 2 ft + 1 × 1 ft | $459.96 |
Mantel, coffee table or console? A five-book stack ($39.99) is usually enough.
About Tidewater
Tidewater is named for the deep water that runs through Virginia's coast: inky navy at its darkest, softening to denim and slate where the light hits. These real hardcover books are sorted to navy and blue spines, so a single run reads like a crisp stripe of the sea. Use Tidewater low on a bookcase to ground it, pair it with cream for the classic nautical combination, or let it stand alone on white shelves for a confident, tailored look. It's just as at home in a study or office as in a beach house. Choose a five-book shelf stack for a coffee table, or one or two feet for shelves. Titles vary. Good used condition: clean and intact, with light shelf wear possible. Ships free to the continental U.S.
- Instantly reads coastal, classic and tailored
- Dark spines anchor lower shelves and balance the room
- Looks crisp against white, cream or light wood
- Works in offices, dens and bedrooms as well as beach homes
- Mixed blue shades add depth to a single-color run
Ideal for: Coastal homes, home offices, navy-and-white rooms, and pairing with Dunes cream.
Sizes & details
- Shelf stack
- 5 books, about 6–9 in. when stacked flat · $39.99
- 1 foot
- About 12 in. of shelf, usually 10–12 books · $69.99
- 2 feet
- About 24 in. of shelf, usually 20–24 books · $129.99
- Palette
- Navy, ink blue, denim and mid-blue spines, from deep to medium.
- Titles
- Vary. Books are sorted by spine color.
- Condition
- Good used condition: clean and intact, with light shelf wear possible.
- Shipping
- Free. We ship to the continental U.S. and D.C. only. We can’t ship to Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. territories, APO/FPO or international addresses. You’ll get an email with tracking when your order ships.
- Returns
- 90-day returns: the buyer pays return shipping, there’s no restocking fee, and sales tax is refunded along with the purchase price. Return policy
Questions about Tidewater
Is every book navy?
The palette runs from deep navy to medium blue, denim and slate blue. The mix of shades is intentional and looks more natural.
Navy and cream: should I buy Tidewater plus Dunes, or Sandbridge?
Sandbridge arrives already mixed. Buying Tidewater and Dunes separately lets you set your own ratio, such as more cream up top and more navy below.
Will blue spines fade?
Colored spines can fade in direct sunlight over time. Keep them out of strong sun to keep the color deep.
Will I get the books in the photo?
Representative photo. Your books will match the color palette shown. Titles vary.
How does shipping work?
Shipping is free and included in the price. We ship to the continental U.S. and D.C. only. We can’t ship to Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. territories, APO/FPO or international addresses. You’ll get an email with tracking when your order ships.
What condition are the books in?
Good used condition: clean and intact, with light shelf wear possible.
Can I return them?
Yes. 90-day returns: the buyer pays return shipping, there’s no restocking fee, and sales tax is refunded along with the purchase price.
Mix and match
Pairs well with Tidewater
Sandbridge Navy & Cream Decorative Books
A ready-made navy-and-cream mix, the classic coastal pairing.
From $39.99 · 1 ft $69.99
Storm Black & Charcoal Decorative Books
Moody, graphic darks for modern and dramatic shelves.
From $39.99 · 1 ft $69.99
Styling ideas
Color style guide · 4 min read
Navy Blue Decorative Books: How to Style Tidewater
How to style navy blue decorative books: rooms and paint colors that suit Tidewater navy, five styling recipes, and how to mix navy with other color lots.
Styling guide · 8 min read
How Many Books per Foot of Shelf? A Stylist's Guide
How many books per foot of shelf? Plan on roughly 8-12 per linear foot, depending on thickness. Use our charts to work out how many feet your shelves need.
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How to Decorate Bookshelves With Books: 9 Stylist Steps
Learn how to decorate bookshelves with books like a stylist: clear, anchor, mix upright runs and stacks, add objects, and balance color shelf by shelf.