Create a Luxurious and Stylish Bed: Tips for a Lush, Cozy Retreat

Creating a luxurious and stylish bed that looks straight out of a designer magazine is easier than you think. By following a few simple steps, you can transform your bedroom into a cozy and inviting retreat. Here are some tips on how to make your bed like a designer:

Start with Quality Bedding

Invest in high-quality sheets, duvet covers, and pillowcases to add a touch of luxury to your bed. Opt for soft, breathable fabrics like Egyptian cotton or linen for a comfortable night's sleep.

Layer your Bedding

To create a designer look, layer your bedding with different textures and patterns. Start with a fitted sheet, add a flat sheet, then a duvet or comforter, and finish with a few decorative pillows and a throw blanket. Lately, we've been enjoying the aesthetic of layering a quilt over the sheets and neatly folding a duvet back three times to cover half of the bed. This technique enhances the texture and depth, creating a cozy retreat to sink into at the end of a tiring day.

*Pro Tip: Opt for duvets if you enjoy changing your bed's appearance often. Get a high quality duvet insert and experiment with different covers. Numerous duvet sets include coordinating pillow shams that can complement your refreshed duvet.

Mix and Match Pillows

Play around with different sizes and shapes of pillows to add interest to your bed. Try mixing standard pillows with Euro shams and accent pillows in coordinating colors and patterns. To get an idea of what shape and sized pillows to use based on the size of your bed, check out our Bed Pillow Cheat Sheet. Mix and match with your pillows too. If your duvet has a pattern then pull some accent colors from it and style with solid but textured accent pillows. If you have more solids going on, pick accent pillows with a coordinating color palette in a pattern. Find inspiration in one piece, whether it is a duvet, quilt, or pillow, and build from there.

Download your own Pillow Styling Cheat Sheet

Add a Statement Headboard

A stylish headboard can instantly elevate the look of your bed. Choose a headboard in a bold color or luxurious fabric to make a statement in your bedroom. Several headboards are available for separate purchase, allowing you to enhance your current bed without exceeding your budget.

Incorporate Accents

To complete the designer look, add a few carefully curated accents to your bed. To personalize your space, think about incorporating a decorative tray with candles, a vase of fresh flowers, or a stack of coffee table books. Nightstands also serve as ideal spots to display these items.

By following these simple tips, you can create a bed that looks like it was styled by a professional designer. With a little creativity and attention to detail, you can transform your bedroom into a chic and inviting oasis.

If you need help styling your space, give us a call. Bluebird Design Co would be happy to meet and discuss your design needs.

Happy styling!