Fireplace Inspiration

My fireplace has had random items perched on the mantel throughout the past few weeks, like here and here.  I put something up, take it down, put something else up.... and, hmmm... still not right. 

I recently came across a photo of a fireplace that I love... mantel and all...

House & Garden

House & Garden

I love the look... the black fireplace surrounded by all white, the large gilded mirror resting on the mantel, the over-sized vase filled with greenery, the colorful rug, the list goes on....

I think I'll be taking a trip to Goodwill soon in hope to bring home a few things to spice up my own mantel.