After a day filled with endless responsibilities, we all need a quiet place to escape, relax, and rejuvenate. For most of us, that place is our bedroom; a sanctuary to shut off from the hustles and bustles of everyday life. So, when styling your bed, choose options that spotlight your personal style and taste. At JCPenney, we’ve got all the bedding you need to style your bed. You can start with familiarizing yourself with the basics of building your bed and then move here to better understand how to decorate a bed.
Traditional
A traditional-style bed feels authentic and is packed with patterns, visual interest, comfort, and warmth. Channel your traditional decorating ideas to lend charm and character to your space.
The Color Palette
Pick bedding sets in neutral or earthy tones that make the bed the focal point then build up the theme around the bedding design. For example, the Liz Claiborne Avalon duvet cover set in emerald fairway color can be complemented with white curtains and antique bronze wall mirror, while the Linden Street bedding with a botanical design can be paired well with rich colored walls and gorgeous green plants.
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Create a Base
Start with crisp, soft sheets, preferably wrinkle resistant to elevate the experience, like these Home Expression sheets. Next, add a duvet, a quilt, or a combination of both for creating a comfortable and cozy setting. Lastly, add organic cotton or soft-fleece blankets and antimicrobial pillows.
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Layering and Texturing
Now’s time for the fun part! Play with throw pillows that bring more dimension to the bedding with their textures, patterns, or colors. You can consider these floral pillows as well as these ruffled pillows. Then, place a throw on the bottom of the bed for an extra hint of texture and color.
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Modern
Modern beds are a balance of trends, timelessness, and glamor. It’s a space filled with bold color contrasts, rich patterns, and of course a tinge of shine.
The Color Palette
If you are looking to create a modern bedding style, consider the Home Expressions bedding set with an elegant geometric print that can lift the vibe of your bedroom. Likewise, you can choose the Loom+Forge comforter set with a modern printed plaid front that reverses to faux fur creating a cozy tranquil space.
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Create a Base
When it comes to a modern setting, you can choose soft sheets, a duvet, and a liquid cotton blanket. If you wish to add a quilt too, then use a duvet as the main layer and fold a quilt at the bottom. For bed pillows, prefer sateen goose down pillows that are durable and comfortable. We recommend using two pillows on the bottom and two shams on top to coordinate with the bedding look.
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Layering and Texturing
Layering a bed is the key to a modern setting. You can play around with throw pillows in different shapes, sizes, and contrasting colors. For example, this round pillow would complement pool blue or lavender hues. This can be followed by a chenille throw that is particularly useful for mid-day naps and cooler nights.
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Bohemian
Boho beds have a natural, vintage vibe. They are known to promote relaxation and comfort, courtesy of the soft color tones and textures.
The Color Palette
Neutral colors generally complement this decorative style well. We’re talking earthy brown or gray tones, like this Marble Hill Rayna comforter set. But if you are looking for more vibrant options, this Queen Street Kinsley floral comforter set is equally good.
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Create a Base
For a boho-style bed, ensure you include big blankets, fluffy bedspreads, and fluffy pillows. And adding a fluffy quilt at the end of the bed helps create more character.
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Layering and Texturing
Larger throws and throw pillows with tassels work well with this setting. Also, a hanging tapestry or decorative mirror as a headboard on the wall above the mattress is always a good idea.
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Use these tips to learn how to dress a bed and create a bedroom space that’s made just for you. Refresh your bedroom décor and click pictures to share with us by tagging #AllAtJCP. Then follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to see if you get featured.
