How Fine Linens Make the Bedroom & What You’re Missing in Your Master
The bed is one of the most challenging places in the home to design. Very few other places do clients spend half of their lives in one particular spot. For that reason, it must be a cozy and luxurious place to rest. The bed must also be aesthetically beautiful yet inviting. Long gone are the days of overflowing decorative pillows and billows of ruffles coating every surface of your mattress. Today’s clients want comfort, ease, and effortless style.
I often encounter situations where clients prioritize the decorative elements of the bed-the shams, oblong pillows, and duvet covers, over the sheets or sleeping pillows. In order to create a truly harmonious sleeping experience, all the pieces of the bed must be selected with precision. The sheet is what you feel against your skin when you curl up in bed. The pillow is what your face and hair lay on every evening. The right fill in your duvet can transform a space from traditional to modern, all while keeping you warm in the winter. A decorative sham is meaningless if the insert inside of it does not fit appropriately. Selecting fine linens, high-quality duvet, and pillow inserts, and perfectly curated bedding are what will transform not only your bed but your sleep.
When selecting bedding for my rooms, I begin by drawing inspiration from the colors and textures of the other pieces in the room: a painting collected from a trip abroad, an antique rug, or a geometric wallpaper. These elements guide me to the palette and feel that I want for the bed. The bed should be the focal point of the space that unites every corner of the room together. Whether the room is traditional or modern, I prefer to keep things simple but refined when it comes to how I style beds. A stunning duvet, a few thoughtfully placed decorative shams, and a soft throw create clean and inviting beds that stand out.
If you are unsure of how to choose the best palette for your bed, think of your bed like your favorite little black dress: it will get a lot of use over many years where trends will go in and out. When you choose that perfect dress, it is timeless, simple to match, and transformed by the right accessories. Your master bed is exactly the same. By selecting a more timeless base, your sheets, blankets, and inserts, you’re allowing your room to evolve with trends while still maintaining a level of class that never goes out of style. You can have fun when it comes to decorative pillows or even the duvet cover if you want to pull in more color and textures. Staying neutral and high-quality with the basics will ensure your sleep is glorious and your canvas is clean for you to play.
A king-sized bed can be styled a few ways depending on the style of the home. For a more traditional feel, lay three-euro shams against the headboard, two king shams in front of those, and a long decorative pillow or two small squares in front. If you want a more modern aesthetic, skip the euros and go straight for the king shams and decorative pillows. This is also a good option for those who prefer fewer pillows on their more frequently used beds. Don’t be afraid to mix and match patterns to give your bed a more curated feel.
At the end of the day, you want to come home to a bed that is comfortable and beautiful. Picking the right fine linens can transform a room and your sleep. If you’re feeling stuck, an interior designer can help you bring it to a higher level. Whatever style you opt for, be sure that your bed calls to you as a haven to relax or play!