Transform Your Bedroom: How to Style Washed Linen

There's nothing quite like crawling into bed after a tiring day and instantly feeling the worries of the day slipping away as you wrap yourself in the cosy embrace of washed linen bedding. A stylish bed makes this feeling all the more appealing. A bed that is decorated in style not only makes your sleep cosy and comfortable, but instantly transforms your bedroom into the paradise of your dreams.

In understanding how to style washed linen bedding, you may first be thinking what is washed linen? Have no fear, we're here to help. Washed linen bedding refers to sheets, quilt covers or pillowcases that have been washed in a specific way to reduce the risk of shrinkage while ensuring the fabric remains soft and cosy. Washed linen also results in a unique rustic look which is increasingly popular and modern.

In gaining an understanding of the type of fabric you're working with, you can now begin styling your new linen bedding.

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• Establish a Colour Palette
• Combine Warmth And Style With Cosy Throws
• Rest Your Head Upon A Stylish Cushion Arrangement
• Style Down To The Furniture

Establish a Colour Palette and Choose Your Washed Linen Sheets and Quilt Cover

When styling linen bedding, playing around with colour palettes can help you establish a particular theme. With multiple colour combinations to experiment with, you'll be sure to discover one that you love to style your washed linen quilt cover and sheets. Find the right washed linen quilt cover and bed sheets that will compliment your aesthetic.

Mix Patterns and Colours For Artistic Flair

Incorporate washed linen sheet sets that are a different colour to your duvet cover for a bedding display that promotes depth. Fold both your duvet cover and sheet top sheet backwards to create an elegant yet cosy display, Consider pairing colours that are at opposite ends of the colour wheel for a great contrast, or opt for patterned sheet sets to stand out against a plain washed linen quilt cover.

Create a Cohesive Arrangement With Matching Colours

Pairing like-colours together creates a cohesiveness that promotes relaxation. This is great for individuals who prefer a more minimalist approach in their linen bedding styling. Often a singular colour scheme feels refreshing and peaceful. Lighter colour tones such as whites or beiges are particularly great for bedrooms where you want to feel light and airy. They are great for both coastal and Hamptons-inspired styles of decor. Create a more romantic style of decorating with darker-toned washed linen sheets.

Rest Your Head Upon A Stylish Cushion Arrangement

Not only do cushions provide comfort and support to your sleeping arrangement, they can also be used to exude style and sophistication. Whether you prefer a stacked and stylish arrangement, or a more simplistic route of a singular decorative piece, cushions are sure to be the perfect touch to your bed styling.

A Layered Cushion Arrangement

A layered cushion arrangement instantly exudes a sense of comfort. Using cushions of various sizes, you can play around with height and width to add depth to your bedding. Utilise the height of European cushions as the base of your arrangement. These larger cushions ooze elegance with greater dimensions when compared with other sizes. Stack standard-sized pillows in front of European cushions to provide you with a comfortable sleep. One last layer to bring to your cushion arrangement would be a lumbar cushion. These cushions are shorter in height and wider in width, creating a delightful display of shape and height. Positioning this arrangement at an angle creates the illusion your bed is larger than it seems and also ensures your bed appears to be a comfortable and soft place to relax.

Decorative Cushions to Match Your Washed Linen

For those wanting a simple addition to their bed, consider shopping for decorative cushions as an eye-catching artistic charm. Selecting cushions with woven designs creates a stunning juxtaposition between the textures of a washed linen quilt cover when compared to the knitted fabric of the cushion. This style of cushion is particularly great when learning how to style vintage-washed linen. You can also find other great textures including tassels and fringed edging for an artistic touch that stands out against the simplistic style of bedding. Alternatively, you could shop for plain-coloured cushions to complement the simple style of linen bedding. Shop for plain-coloured cushions or those in colours that contrast with your washed linen quilt cover to complete your linen bedding styling.

With an exceptional range of designs, colours and textures to choose from, you'll be sure to find the right fit for your desired bedding style.

Combine Warmth And Style With Cosy Throws

Washed linen sheets are naturally cosy in their appearance. They are designed to look wrinkled and relaxed after use. Complementing this laid-back appearance with the right draped throw can help you create a cosy bed setting.

Finding the Right Throw For Your Bed

Once you've established a colour scheme, shopping for the perfect throw is easy! Look for throws in complementing colours. For neutral-toned bedding such as whites, beiges or blacks, a coloured throw will bring a pop of colour that will liven your bedroom. Or, for brighter-coloured washed linen quilt covers, choose a contrasting coloured throw for a more artistic approach. If you want to maintain a neutral colour scheme however, choose contrasting colours, such as a black throw for a white quilt cover to create a chic and luxurious bedding arrangement.

Blankets and throws are also available in a range of textures and designs that are not only stylish but cosy too. From fringed edges to tufted designs, these throws not only bring warmth to your bed but also an additional stylistic aspect that will elevate your bed linen styling.

How to Style Your Throw With Washed Linen

A throw is the perfect finishing touch to your washed linen bedding. They can be styled in various approaches to achieve your preferred style result. For a relaxed look, softly drape your chosen throw over one of the bottom corners of your washed linen quilt cover. This creates a classic relaxed and slept-in appearance. For a neater look, consider layering two throws together, neatly folding them along the width of your bed, with the thinner one placed above the base throw. This creates a sense of balance between the decorative cushions or pillows at your headboard and the throw at the end of your bed. This styling choice is particularly great for those colder months as it provides additional blanketing options within reach.

Looking for more inspiration on how to style throws? Be sure to read through our Blankets And Throws Buying Guide for more tips and ideas.

Style Down To The Furniture

It is important to consider the base of your bed when styling linen bedding. This forms the ultimate base of your decor theme. For those wanting to establish an earthy decor theme with their washed linen sheets, installing a bedhead in a neutral colour tone will provide the backdrop to your cushion arrangement. On the other hand, those wanting to establish a more dated style with their vintage washed linen, consider wooden bedheads in a darker toned timber for a nod to the classical era.

Elevate Your Bedroom With Washed Linen Sheets & Quilt Covers From Spotlight

Refresh your sleeping arrangements with your newly washed linen sheets. With various approaches to styling, from colours to textures to layers, styling linen bedding is made easy. Whether you're styling vintage washed linen or want a more modern approach, you can discover a great range of cushions, blankets and throws and furniture including bedheads to help you style your washed linen bedding.

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