Many people envision their bedrooms as a romantic getaway within their home. To decorate your bedroom with a romantic flair takes some time and consideration, as you need to entice all five of your senses. It isn’t enough just to put silk sheets on your bed and light some candles. To be truly romantic, your bedroom needs to be well thought out, appealing to both you and your partner.
Creating a Romantic Bed
If you’re looking to create a romantic bedroom, you want your bed to be as inviting as possible. Remember to include luxurious sheets and blankets, plush pillows, and most importantly, a comfortable mattress. For the color scheme, choose calming colors like light blue, pink, and ivory, or jewel toned colors like purple and emerald green. Avoid uncomfortable accents such as frilly lace, as they really do nothing to set the mood.
Finding the Perfect Romantic Lighting
Be sure to avoid harsh bright lights in the bedroom if you’re going for a romantic feel. Rather, look for more of a soft filtered light for the room. You’ll get a softer light if you use a light bulb that has a lower wattage. Another great tip is to use lamps instead of an overhead light fixture. Go for a very basic light fixture, or if you have the space, you might even consider installing a chandelier. Another great idea is to use decorative lamp shades, which will filter the light to another color such as light pink or a soft red.
Adding Romantic Accessories
For a romantic bedroom, one of the most important accessories you can add to give it ambience is candles. There are many different varieties to choose from. You might add floating candles that you can place in a glass vase or large pillar candles that sit on decorative plates or boxes. No matter the décor, you should be able to find a type and color of candles that fits your room.
Other accessories that will help you bedroom feel more romantic include flowers, canopy drapes, decorative mirrors, and framed artwork. One accessory you definitely do not need is a television, as there is no need for distractions in the bedroom.
Making a Romantic Bedroom Practical
Don’t forget, you still have to live and sleep in your bedroom. It’s easy to go overboard and then find that you are uncomfortable in your own bedroom. Just because your bedroom is “romantic,” doesn’t mean it has to be cluttered with dozens of things. It’s best to choose a few key pieces to include in the décor and then go from there.
You can keep your romantic bedroom very simple and still retain the romance and atmosphere you want. You’ll also need to include practical items in your room, like a oak nightstand or mission chest. These items can easily be dressed up. You might add some accessories or fabrics to make them flow with the romantic style.
A romantic look is always a popular choice for the bedroom. Your bedroom should provide a great getaway from the rest of the home, giving you a comfortable and inviting place to lay your head each night.
Author Resource:
Verra Ricci writes for http://ArlingtonHomeDesign.com and is currently remodeling her downtown loft. To learn more about home improvement and interior design in general you can visit her blog at http://arlingtonhomedesign.com/
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