Some things I will never understand. One of them is minimal bedding. Passing up luxurious, decorative bedding isn’t like skipping dessert or putting off a vacation to put more money in savings.
In those instances, temporary deprivation brings reward. But why shun extra comfort and style? In bedding, less is less. I want a bed that feels like a giant marshmallow, when I fall into it at night, and I want it to look gorgeous, too.
So, those of you pursuing the monastic model of bedding, you can turn to the crossword puzzle now. The rest of us are going to indulge in the guilty pleasure of talking about how to style a bountiful bed that’s both pretty and plush. “As the star of the bedroom, beds warrant serious attention,” says Georgia interior designer Elaine Griffin.
“Beds occupy the largest amount of visual real estate in a home, so how they look is really important. It’s a place I encourage clients to splurge.” A beautifully styled bed involves tastefully mixing layers, colors, patterns, shapes and textures all while minding the details.
I’ve covered how to select a mattress , pillows and sheets in other columns. Once you create a great base, follow these seven steps to build a bed like a pro. 1.
Detail those sheets. When choosing those perfect sheets, don’t neglect the edges. Interesting stitching and trim details, including monograms, on top sheets and pillowcases separate everyday sheets from their classier counterparts.
Be sure to put top sheets on the be.