Have you ever wondered why luxurious hotel brochures always show a picture of a well-dressed bed? There is a good reason for that!

In addition to helping the hotel show off its attention to cleanliness and sophistication, a well-dressed bed can also ensure you have a great night’s sleep. So, if you’re looking to recreate the perfectly crisp and inviting hotel bed look in your home, here are some things you’ll need.

A Beautiful Valance

A Beautiful Valance

If you have an old bed that’s a bit unattractive, a beautiful bed valance can be a great way to uplift its appearance. But even if your bed is new, a valance can add an extra pop of style and colour to your room. 

In addition to improving the look of your bedroom, a valance also perfectly hides all those things you may have stored beneath your bed that you don’t want to be noticed.

Available in a range of sizes, colours and designs, you’re sure to find a bed valance to suit your bedroom decor. 

When shopping for bed valances, consider your fabric options and textures as well as the design and style. Choosing a bed valance that matches your bedroom decor is important because it’ll play an important role in the look and feel of the room.

When starting from scratch, you may use the valance as inspiration for the rest of your decor. For example, you could choose throws, cushions and accessories in complementary hues. 

If you have an upholstered headboard, make sure to choose a valance in a colour and fabric that matches it. This will help create a cohesive look.

If you are looking to update your room, you could take cues from other materials and colours in the space and repeat them in your selections.

For instance, you could complement your linen scatter pillows with a linen valance. For a more balanced look, choose a bed valance with a more understated pattern than your bed linen.

The most common types of bed valances you’ll come across are base valances and sheet valances. Base valances are designed to fit onto a divan bed base and have a frill that covers three of the four sides of the bed.

You then place the mattress on top of them. Depending on the size of your bed (like a king-size bed), removing the mattress to replace the valance may be tiresome. However, this type of valance rarely gets dirty, meaning you’ll only have to wash it from time to time. 

Sheet valances are easy to fit and take off again, so some people consider them a more practical option. It’s a whole piece that you place over your mattress, with the frill reaching the floor. On laundry day, you simply take it off without having to move your mattress. 

Quality Bed Linen

Quality Bed Linen

Bed linen is one of the first things that comes to mind when we envision a well-dressed bed, and it’s an important element. Aside from improving the look of the bed, quality bed lines also help improve the quality of our sleep.

As we all know, crisp white bed linen is the go-to choice for luxurious hotels to make their beds appear inviting, fresh and clean. However, colourful bed linens can be a great way to make your bed a focal point or bring life to the room.

Your choice of fabric also impacts the look of your bed. A popular option for bed linen is Egyptian cotton.

For a more natural and relaxed look, French lines make a good choice. Silk or Supima cotton linen will give your bed a more luxurious look. If you’re an environmentally conscious person, there are a range of eco-friendly fabrics, such as organic cotton and bamboo. 

A Fluffy Comforter 

A comforter is a must-have piece for achieving a plush cloud look in your bed. It’s also perfect for providing warmth, making them great additions for colder months. 

Comforters made from natural materials are breathable and soft to the touch. If you’re a hot sleeper, seek a comforter made from fabrics with cooling characteristics or rayon made from bamboo.

If you opt for a comforter filled with down, make sure it is made from a tightly woven fabric to avoid the fill getting out of the shell. 

A Mix of Pillows 

Using a mix of different sizes and shapes of pillows, such as rectangular, square and bolsters, is an easy yet effective way to add interest and texture to your bed.

Feel free to play with different colours and patterns, but make sure they match the bedding and room decor. 

Knowing how to arrange your pillows in a way that creates a focal feature in your bed is key. For a voluminous look, layer the pillows in three rows deep: the largest upright in the back, followed by the shams, and the bolsters last.

If you’re feeling really creative, arrange a layer of small accent pillows in contrasting colours and textures. 

Throws, Blankets and Bedspreads

A well-dressed bed isn’t complete without details. Throws and blankets at the end of the bed either folded or tossed, will allure you. For an instant touch of luxurious texture, use chunky cable knit or faux fur throws. 

Bedspreads can be a great way to add a personal touch to your bed and make it cosier. A bed fitted with plain sheets can be instantly transformed with a patterned bedspread that creates a contrast with the solid hues of the sheets. 

In warm weather, you can use it as a decorative print, and in cold months, it makes the perfect extra-warm layer.

With the many versatile designs available, you’re sure to find the perfect fit for your bedroom decor. Solid colours are the most popular, but contemporary and vintage designs can also be found to suit your style. 

Aside from providing comfort and style, bedspreads also offer a protection layer to your bedsheets and any blankets placed under them. They prevent any dust mites from setting directly on the sheets, which come into direct contact with the skin. Due to this reason, these bed covers are generally made from materials that are easy to wash. A blend of cotton and polyester is the classic material you’ll see in these bed items. 

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