10 Polished Looks for a Bedroom Makeover
The new year is prime time for home makeovers, and what better place
to start than the bedroom? It is so often neglected, as we tend to
spend our energy fixing up the more public spaces in our homes. But we
spend so much time in our bedrooms, and the state they are in can affect
our sleep, mood and more. Make your bedroom a place you can't wait to
come home to (and don't want to leave!) by lavishing it with attention
in the new year. These ideas for creating 10 different looks can refresh
your bedroom — pick your favorite and share your own ideas for a dreamy
bedroom in the Comments.
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1. Refined feminine. Crisp
black and white stripes paired with soft misty blue create a chic,
elegant look that is easy to love. Keep accessories pared down and
simple, with favorite bags and jewelry on display and a few simply
framed art prints on the wall. Bring in delicious texture with a cuddly
mohair throw and smooth sateen sheets.
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2. Dapper gent. As
polished and tailored as a bespoke suit, this look is based around
handsome materials like wool, wood and leather, and traditional menswear
patterns like a windowpane check and plaids. Furniture with clean lines
and neatly tucked bedding keep things looking fresh and modern, while a
monogrammed accent injects a bit of personality.
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3. Old-world comfort. Plump
cushions and deep bedcovers are pure luxury. The patina of age on a
mirror paired with full-length drapes and a personal collection of
antiques call to mind venerable old European hotels. Silvery gray-blue
paint, plush wall-to-wall carpeting and creamy bedding are a serene
match for this look.
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4. Fresh romantic.
Pure linen sheets or pillow shams, flowing white curtains and fresh
flowers are musts for this look. Practicing a bit of restraint will keep
it from veering into froufrou territory — a bit of a ruffle perhaps,
but skip the floral prints. Walls painted a pale minty green provide a
soothing backdrop.
5. Boho glam. Pick a
classic decorator favorite (like the upholstered bed with nailhead trim
shown here) to build the room around, then mix and match accessories at
whim. Bamboo blinds and colorful printed bedding paired with a glass-top
table and a fun framed print add up to a laid-back yet glamorous look.
by MR.MITCHELL
by MR.MITCHELL
6. Parisian chic. A
restrained palette of black and white can feel really luxurious,
especially when you choose textures and details that thrill the senses.
Smooth dark (or even painted) wood floors and crisp white walls create
an envelope to fill with little luxuries — fine sheets and a delicate
coverlet, a petite chandelier, a velvet cushion. Add a bit of sparkle
with a few vintage perfume bottles and spritz sheets with linen water
before slipping in for the night.
7. Vintage charm.
If you can't pass up a flea market or "junktique" shop without running
in, this look is for you. Collect what catches your eye and your
heartstrings, without worrying whether the it will fit perfectly — after
all, you can always paint it. Having one modern print in the mix,
whether on cushions or a re-covered chair, is a great way to keep this
look feeling fresh and current.
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by emily jagoda
by emily jagoda
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8. Warm modern. Keep a
clean, minimalist look from being too cold with a stroke of fiery red or
orange. Here, a wide striped bedcover echoes the color in an oversize
painting. If a painting of this magnitude is beyond your current budget,
consider stretching a length of bold fabric on stretchers meant for
canvas (find them in art stores). Choose a simple platform-style bed and
slim task lamps, then fill out the room with a healthy potted plant and
a vase of flowers.
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9. Cozy rustic. Raw,
unfinished wood is key to this look, but you don't need to splurge on a
big piece to make it work. Use a plain wood slice (find it in a crafts
store) as a tray to hold bedside necessities, repurpose a wood stump as a
table or bring in a few rustic wooden boxes as bedroom storage. Create
warmth with cozy patchwork quilts, wool blankets and faux fur pillows —
and if you have a pair of cowboy boots, be sure to leave them out on
display.
