By Lizzie Hyndman
Print can bring real depth to a bedroom, if you let the room guide you and in a house that feels a little flat, print adds lift and life. Start with the light. Bright, sunny rooms can take a bolder stripe or floral and in softer spaces, look to lower-contrast patterns that don’t overwhelm. The size of the room matters too, small bedrooms often suit tighter, more repetitive prints, while heritage homes can carry something more generous.
Some rooms really crave print. High ceilings suit a brighter florals with real presence and I find guest rooms can carry a bit more whimsy, and you can really have some fun.
As for colour, I wouldn’t overthink it. You don’t need to match everything; just work within the same temperature and intensity. A soft pink floral can sit comfortably with a clay-toned sheet or a washed olive throw, as long as nothing feels out of place. Think tone over theme.
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If you’re are going for contrast, which of course can be stunning, my advice would be to commit but follow the same rules. A patterned headboard or full set of printed sheets can anchor the room — just keep the rest simple so it has room to breathe and ensure the prints are on the same wavelength in terms of vibrancy and colour. Start small if you're unsure. Pillowcases are a good way in. They add interest without the pressure of restyling the whole space.
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