How to Style Your Bed Like a Designer: A Complete Guide

There’s nothing quite like slipping into a bed that looks and feels as though it belongs in the pages of a design magazine. The secret? Thoughtful layering, the right textiles, and knowing how to bring comfort and style together in harmony. In this guide, we’ll share essential bed styling tips, introduce you to the art of layering with our globally inspired collections, and walk you through everything from sheets to decorative pillows.

Bed with blue sheets next to a nightstand with a lamp and plant pot

Start With the Foundation: Sheets

Every beautifully styled bed begins with the basics. Your sheets are the first layer you feel each night, and the starting point of your design. Our Crinkled Comfort Sheets, made from 100% cotton gauze, are lightweight, breathable, and designed with a naturally textured look that adds instant softness and depth.

Tips for Styling and Caring for Sheets:

Choose tones that complement your bedding palette, whether calming neutrals, grounding greens, or serene blues.
Don’t stress about wrinkles—the crinkled texture creates a relaxed, designer feel.
Pay attention to washing instructions, higher end sheets require proper care to ensure long lasting comfort.

Bed with striped duvet and pillows next to a tall palm plant

Add Layers With Duvet Covers

Duvet covers bring color, texture, and a polished finish to your bed. Our duvet covers are crafted from cotton-linen blends and some are even designed to be reversible, giving you two looks in one.

Tips for Styling Duvet Covers:

Duvet covers are breathable and can be used year-round. Switch the duvet insert depending on the season and preference.
Drape the duvet loosely over the bed for a casual, relaxed vibe.
For a more structured look, fold the duvet halfway down the bed to showcase your sheets beneath.
Mix textures: pair a smooth cotton duvet with the natural crinkle of gauze sheets for contrast.

Create Dimension With Bedspreads

Want your bed to look instantly elevated? Layering a quilted bedspread over your duvet adds depth and dimension. Bedspreads bring structure while still feeling soft and inviting.

Tips for Styling Bedspreads:

Use a lightweight bedspread for year-round versatility.
Let it fall naturally to the floor for a timeless, hotel-inspired look.
In warmer months, use the bedspread as your main cover and fold the duvet at the foot of the bed.

Green euro shams on a bed with matching sheets

Layer With Euro Shams

Euro shams are often overlooked, but they’re key to creating that designer-styled bed. Oversized and square, they bring structure and height.

Tips for Styling Euro Shams:

Place Euro shams in the back row, against the headboard.
Choose textured or tonal fabrics to ground your arrangement.
Fluff and karate-chop pillows for a polished designer finish.

Bed with diamond stitch pillows and sheets

Standard Shams & Pillowcases

Your standard shams and pillowcases are not just functional—they’re part of the design story. They should complement your sheets and add another layer of visual interest.

Tips for Styling Shams:

Match shams to your duvet or bedspread for a cohesive look.
For a layered style, mix solid colors with subtle patterns.
Layer standard shams and decorative pillows in front for depth.

Various decorative pillows at the top of a bed

The Decorative Pillow Guide

No bed styling tips are complete without decorative pillows. They’re where you can play with texture, pattern, and personality. From hand-embroidered designs to woven jute details, our decorative pillows are made to elevate your space.

Tips for Styling Decorative Pillows:

Stick to odd numbers—3 or 5 pillows usually look best.
Mix shapes: combine squares, lumbars, and oversized pillows.
Play with textures: a velvet pillow next to cotton gauze creates richness and depth.
Don’t overdo it—leave enough space to keep the bed functional.

Ombre throw blanket draped over a bed

Don’t Forget Throw Blankets

Throws are the finishing touch that add warmth and character. Our artisan-crafted throw blankets are made with rich textures and hand-finished details.

Tips for Styling Throws:

Fold a throw neatly across the foot of the bed for a clean look or drape it casually for an effortlessly relaxed, lived-in feel.
Choose throws with contrast—a chunky knit against smooth cotton, or an ombré tone against neutral bedding.

Balance Comfort and Style

The ultimate key to how to style your bed like a designer is balance. You want a bed that looks layered and styled, but also feels inviting and easy to use. Avoid making it overly complicated—instead, aim for effortless elegance.

Designer Tip: Stand back and look at your bed as a whole. Do the colors flow? Are there enough textures to make it interesting? Is it practical enough that you’d want to climb in every night?

Seasonal Styling: Transitioning Through the Year

Your bed should change with the seasons. Cotton gauze sheets and lightweight throws are perfect for summer, while layered bedspreads, duvets, and chunky throws bring warmth in cooler months.

Tips for Seasonal Styling:

Summer: Breathable sheets + lightweight bedspread + a single decorative pillow.
Fall: Add layers of throws and neutral shams in warm tones.
Winter: Duvet + quilted bedspread + multiple pillows and textures.
Spring: Lighten up with spring color decorative pillows and breathable bedding layers.

Bed decorated in sheets and pillows in warm earthy tones and various patterns

Bringing It All Together

Styling your bed like a designer doesn’t mean overcomplicating things. It’s about thoughtful layering, choosing the right textiles, and embracing textures that bring both comfort and visual interest. Whether it’s the breathable softness of our Crinkled Comfort Sheets, the structure of a duvet cover, the cozy dimension of a bedspread, or the personality of decorative pillows, each layer plays a role in telling your design story.

With these bed styling tips and our decorative pillow guide, you can create a space that feels collected, calm, and uniquely yours. Because the best-styled beds aren’t just beautiful—they’re designed for real life, for real rest, and for the moments that matter most.