White Bedroom Ideas for the Ultimate Dreamy Space
It’s time to refresh your space.
When it comes to interior design, white sets a refreshing tone. The color creates feelings of fresh, new, and clean spaces. If you want a relaxing bedroom that leaves you feeling energized and renewed, a white color palette may be just what you need. Designing a white bedroom has its challenges. You don’t want to end up with a bedroom that looks like a blank canvas. So, how do you walk the fine line between white and washed out? We’ll show you! Read on for 18 white bedroom ideas to help you create the ultimate white bedroom full of depth and elevated style.
1. Start With White Walls
Walls are one of the first things you notice when you walk into a room. Choose your favorite shade of white and drench your walls in a fresh coat of paint. White bedroom walls don’t have to be boring. Consider installing white paneling to add some depth to your white walls. There are several types of wall panels to choose from. Go with raised panels, coffered panels, baseboard, or get creative with your own geometric designs.
White shiplap is a staple of modern farmhouse and coastal design. It’s also a great way to cover your walls in bright white hues. Shiplap elevates your white space without leaving your walls looking washed out. Make installing shiplap your next DIY project or go with a peel-and-stick shiplap for a simple project that will make a big impact.
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3. Create Depth With Patterned Wallpaper
Not ready to commit to white walls? No problem! Try a primarily white wallpaper with a floral line pattern in black, gray, or any other color that complements your style. Paper all your walls or create an accent wall to break up your white wall space. Looking for a DIY wallpaper project? Learn everything you need to know from our guide: Wallpapering 101: Wallpaper Installation.
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4. Choose Crisp White Sheets
Capture the perfect white bedroom aesthetic – start with crisp white sheets and pillowcases. Bright white sheets will give you a luxurious hotel feel every time you sleep beneath the covers after a long day. Have a second set on hand in case of any spills or dirt so you can throw them in the wash as needed, without missing any sleep.
Don’t stop at the sheets. Layer on loads of fluffy white bedding and throw pillows to give your white bed a cloud-like texture and appearance. Crisp white comforters are ultra cozy – you can pair them with neutral-colored accents without sacrificing your white bedroom look. Add light pink throw pillows and blankets for a sweet pink and white bedroom aesthetic. Add a fluffy ottoman at the end of your bed for a soft landing place for some simple decor.
If you want an all-white bed, consider textured bedding to add some monochromatic depth. Choose a textured damask or floral design for an eye-catching look, or a satiny material for a smooth feel and reflective sheen. Look for a bed set with textured pillow shams to further elevate your all-white bed. Add in textured white throw pillows and blankets if you want to create even more tactile variety.
Investing in a matching bedroom set is a sure way to set the tone for a white bedroom. A matching set is an easy way to make a room look put together and intentional. Choose bright white bedroom furniture to set the tone for a cooler color palette, or a cream-white set to serve as a canvas for a warm white bedroom. Style is just as important as the shade. Choose from different bedroom sets to fit your coastal, farmhouse, glam, or modern style bedroom.
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New to bedroom sets? Get inspired with these bedroom set ideas.
8. Spice Up Your White Space With Warm Accents
If you want a white bedroom with a warmer feel, choose rich-colored accents with luxurious textures. When looking to add warmth, go for a creamy white. Set a velvety white upholstered bed frame and headboard in front of a brown sugar–colored wall. Add burgundy throw pillows and floral arrangements for warmer accents. Choose a plush white area rug with neutral geometric patterns to complete your cozy white space.
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Learn more about warm and cool colors with our guide: Understanding the Difference Between Warm vs. Cool Colors.
9. Choose Soft White Furniture
Choose rounded upholstered bedroom furniture in white hues for a soft, modern white bedroom. An upholstered headboard provides the perfect support for sitting up and reading or enjoying breakfast in bed. Pair a white upholstered bed with a cream-colored bench at the end of your bed to round out your white color palette. These soft white features are perfect for blending in muted pops of color.
Top off your white cloud bed with a gorgeous white canopy. Tie the flowy curtains up to keep things looking polished, or let them down for a little added privacy. A sheer white canopy softens morning light, making your wake-up a little more serene, and it also adds a traditional glam to any white bedroom. Double-down on glam vibes with a pleated white bed skirt to complete this luxurious look.
Black-and-white is a timeless combination. A neutral black-and-white color palette adds class to any style. Add contrast to stark white walls with black and white decor – go for a black-striped carpet and throw pillow for a sleek look. Create symmetry with light wood bedside tables and matching black table lamps. Soften things up with beige throw pillows and a chunky knit blanket to keep your space cozy. Black-and-white bedrooms are perfect for minimalist styles.
If you want to bring more neutral colors into your space, a gallery wall is a great way to add more black-and-white decor. Black-and-white artwork will create a bold contrast that is pleasing to look at. Choose artwork to fit your bedroom style. Go for abstract or geometric artwork for a modern bedroom, or botanical and livestock artwork for a farmhouse sanctuary. Center your gallery with a black-framed mirror to add extra depth to your white bedroom.
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Not sure where to start? Learn how to make a gallery wall and get inspired with our guide: Gallery Wall Ideas to Boost Your Decor.
13. …Or Go With a Single Piece of Wall Art
If a gallery wall isn’t your thing, choose a large piece of white wall art to give your bedroom a grand appearance. Center a large piece over a prominent piece of furniture, such as a headboard, desk, or accent chair. Choose a textured all-white canvas to add depth to your wall, go with a subtle grayscale photo, or add a pop of color with a dramatic piece in your favorite hues.
Have some empty floor space or a vacant corner? Fill it with something that is beautiful and functional. Invest in a white makeup vanity. Makeup vanities come in various styles – choose one that fits your unique bedroom design. Find modern, rustic, glam, or traditional-style vanities to mesh with the rest of your bedroom furniture. Use this as a serene space to get ready in the morning and adorn the extra surface with neutral or white decor.
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15. Opt for a White Iron Bed Frame
A white iron bed frame is sure to set a solid foundation for your white bedroom aesthetic. It’s a softer alternative to the classic imposing black iron bed frame, but just as eye-catching. Choose one with silver or gold accents to add a glam element to your bedroom design or a distressed finish to add some rustic charm. A solid white iron bed frame is a great place to start when designing your all-white bed or bedroom.
Want to create the ultimate glam space? Try a white and gold bedroom. Start with classic white bedroom staples like a plush white comforter, cream upholstered bed, and ivory window treatments. Add gold elements – hang an eye-catching chandelier, gold-accented throw pillows, benches, and decor. For a major glam update, opt for a mirrored nightstand that will reflect your white and gold color scheme.
If you’re not a fan of gold, choose a white pendant light or chandelier as your primary source of lighting for your white bedroom. Consider the effect you want your lighting to have on your bedroom’s aesthetic. Choose the appropriate bulbs – bright white vs. soft white light – depending on your preference. Choose a pendant light with a shade for softer lighting or one without for added luminosity.
Choose window treatments in shades of white to complement your white bedroom aesthetic. Eyes are quickly drawn to windows, so if you’re looking to design a white bedroom, add white hues where they are sure to be noticed! Consider the amount of light and privacy you want your window treatments to provide – go with blackout curtains to darken things up or sheer white curtains to let more natural light in.
