March is National Bed Month! Sadly, that doesn’t mean we can spend all day every day frowsting between the sheets, but it does make it the perfect time of year to give a little time and TLC to your bedroom.
Aside from the obvious first step of neatly making your bed (you know who you are!), start your mini-makeover with our bed dressing advice and our run-down of this year’s best bedding sets.
Aside from the obvious first step of neatly making your bed (you know who you are!), start your mini-makeover with our bed dressing advice and our run-down of this year’s best bedding sets.
7 top tips for dressing your bed:
1. Pick a Theme
Whether you focus on a particular colour scheme, trend or style - choosing a theme for your bedroom helps you to create a coordinated and polished look. Plain bedding or neutral tones will work with almost any decor.
Why not use your wallpaper or a favourite piece of artwork on your bedroom walls to pick out coordinating tones for your bedding? Or, if you want to do a more extensive bedroom makeover and go bright and bold to make your bed the centre of attention, we recommend choosing your ideal bedding before selecting any wallpaper or paint colours.
Why not use your wallpaper or a favourite piece of artwork on your bedroom walls to pick out coordinating tones for your bedding? Or, if you want to do a more extensive bedroom makeover and go bright and bold to make your bed the centre of attention, we recommend choosing your ideal bedding before selecting any wallpaper or paint colours.
2. Choose Reversible Designs
The easiest way to give your boudoir a different feel every day is to choose reversible bedding. This way, you can flip your duvet and pillows as often as you like depending on your mood! This is a top trend for 2022, as you can also fold down the top edge of your duvet cover for a chic glimpse into the contrasting print underneath.
3. Think About Texture
Sure, we all love to focus on the colours and prints for our bedding, but how often do we think about the materials and texture? Choosing natural fibres for your bed linen gives a very soft feel, perfect for sliding between the sheets - but bedding with embroidered or tufted touches creates a tactile focal point in the room.
You can also add different textures using accessories like cushions or throws.
You can also add different textures using accessories like cushions or throws.
4. Use Throws & Bedspreads
If you want to dress a bed like a professional, you won’t want to be without a few throw or bedspread options to add to the mix.
Throws, quilts and bedspreads can add colour, warmth and texture to your bedroom, and different styles allow you to give your boudoir different vibes depending on your mood.
Throws, quilts and bedspreads can add colour, warmth and texture to your bedroom, and different styles allow you to give your boudoir different vibes depending on your mood.
5. Cushions, Cushions, Cushions!
Some people find additional cushions and throw pillows on a bed to be fussy, but there’s something about them (even in small numbers) that makes a bed feel fully dressed and decorative.
Think about choosing different shapes, sizes and fabrics to give depth and design to your boudoir.
Think about choosing different shapes, sizes and fabrics to give depth and design to your boudoir.
6. Focus on the Details
The devil is always in the details. Look for bedding with beautiful detailing such as embroidered trims, tassels, hand stitching and other elements for a truly luxurious touch.
The tiniest details down to the shape and size of a button can add an extra layer of sophistication.
The tiniest details down to the shape and size of a button can add an extra layer of sophistication.
7. Invest in Quality
A surefire way to make your bedroom look and feel luxurious is to invest in high-quality bedding. Materials like cotton percale or pre-washed linen might cost a little more initially, but you'll see and feel the benefits in the long run.
They are more durable and long-wearing than other materials, and they wash beautifully, getting softer and softer as you wash and use for truly sumptuous and cosy bedding.
They are more durable and long-wearing than other materials, and they wash beautifully, getting softer and softer as you wash and use for truly sumptuous and cosy bedding.
Now you have the principles, what style of bedding will you choose? We’ve browsed our Interior Style Edit to pick our favourite bedding sets from this year’s hottest trends:
Abstract
A style perfect for those who like to express their individuality. Think graphic shapes and patterns with contemporary flair.
Product Example: Melbourne Checked Geometric Duvet Cover
Animals & Birds
Embrace your furry or feathered friends with bed linen designs inspired by the natural world.
Product Example: Grues Bird Cotton Percale 180 Thread Count Duvet Cover
Boho
An eclectic, laid-back look with quirky touches; Boho design embraces mixed materials and a blend of different styles.
Product Example: Bergame Floral Cotton Flannel Duvet Cover
Colour Pop
Think bright hues in striking patterns or bold plain finishes. Mix and match colours for an eye-catching look or stick to tone-on-tone for a more refined take.
Product Example: Paraiso Striped 100% Cotton Duvet Cover
Cosy
Curl up in soft, tactile bed linens and embrace the cosy trend. Choose luxurious fabrics like cotton percale or linen and enhance with touches of velvet or faux fur.
Product Example: Yafa Organic Cotton Muslin 200 Thread Count Duvet Cover
Cottagecore
Be inspired by a weekend in the countryside and adorn your bedroom with soft floral notes or foliage-themed designs. Bonus points for natural materials.
Product Example: Botanique Cotton Percale Duvet Cover
Floral & Fauna
Whether you prefer subtle English florals or bright tropical designs, this trend showcases the best the natural world has to offer.
Product Example: Bonnie Floral 100% Cotton Percale 200 Thread Count Duvet Cover
Geometric
Stark and striking, the geometric trend uses lines and shapes to create detailed, decorative designs. Bold monochrome patterns look great, or embrace colour and choose a print with rich hues.
Product Example: Elisa Art Deco Cotton Percale 180 Thread Count Duvet Cover
Global
Travel the world from your bedroom by choosing designs inspired by foreign lands. Think patterns, prints, colours and textures to take you away from the everyday.
Product Example: Wax Pure Cotton Duvet Cover
Japandi
This unique trend is a blend of Japanese and Scandinavian design. Laid-back prints with natural tones and clean lines.
Product Example: Galet Spotted 100% Cotton Duvet Cover
Jungle
Go bold and bring the rich warmth and exotic foliage of the tropics to your home with wild and wonderful prints.
Product Example: Saraya Jungle Cotton Percale 200 Thread Count Duvet Cover
Pastels
Pretty and subtle, pastel tones work well in all kinds of different interiors for a splash of colour that’s refined and chic.
Product Example: Yucatan Printed Cotton Duvet Cover
Monochrome
Bold and striking, monochrome bedding is great for blending a colourful room. Add bright accent cushions or throws for a playful vibe.
Product Example: Yoruba Tie Dye Stripe Washed Cotton Duvet Cover
Retro
Retro themed bedding is great for adding an accent touch to any bedroom decor… or go full throttle and choose vintage furniture for a bold retro look.
Product Example: Alma Retro Cotton Duvet Cover
Stripes & Checks
The original prints, stripes and checks are classics for a reason. With different styles available these patterns can work with almost any interior style.
Product Example: Babette Striped 100% Washed Cotton Duvet Cover
Tassels & Trims
Add playful tactile touches to your bedding by choosing designs adorned with tassels, trims or frills.
Product Example: Afaw Tribal Cotton Duvet Cover
Textured
Whether through tufting, quilting or embroidery, adding textured 3D touches to your boudoir ups the ante in the style stakes.
Product Example: Pilo Tufted Spot 100% Cotton Duvet Cover
And for the little ones we have piled together 7 children's bedding sets for the season, from a budding princess to an astronaut!
