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Pink bedroom ideas that can be pretty and peaceful, or punchy and playful

With tones from subtle blush to full-on fuchsia, pink is a surprisingly versatile colour choice for a bedroom. And it’s definitely not a shade that should be confined to little girls’ rooms. The right pink is out there for everyone, as you’ll see from our wide-ranging selection of pink bedroom ideas.

If you’re a follower of fashion, you’ll know that pale powder and blush pinks – and specifically Millennial pink – are having a moment. The great thing about this blush colour is its slightly beige tint, which takes it away from the sickly sweet end of the spectrum and into more sophisticated, androgynous territory.

Work it with grey, beige or greige paint and fabrics, and wooden furniture with either a very night Nordic or dark walnut finish for an instant styling success.

Another joyful colour in 2020: Yellow bedroom ideas for sunny mornings and sweet dreams 

For a more fun take on things, we’d recommend a deep hot pink. It’s a daring pick, but one that will have you bounding out of bed every morning, full of energy.

There are several ways you can take on this colour, one being to use a white backdrop and accessorise with similarly strong shades of cobalt blue and sunshine yellow – think Bluebellgrey. Or you could tone it down with fresh spring greens – a good way to go if you like a vibrant country look.

Scroll on to see these and more ways to use pink in your bedroom.

1. Pick the perfect peachy pink

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Flesh toned pinks and pretty peach shades are perfect for creating a relaxing bedroom. Add deeper hues of coral pink and terrocotta, along with a splash of contrasting denim blue, for a crisp clean look.

Subtle colours can sometimes need pattern to give them interest, so throw in some ‘geo’ scatter cushions and a ‘painterly’ rug to liven up the look. Give it a Scandi twist with blonde wood furniture and simple ceramics.

2. Make greenery pop in a neutral scheme

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Immerse yourself in an earthy palette of pale pinks, sage greens and terrocotta. This flesh toned pink is the perfect backdrop for the mid-green bedding and warm oak headboard, and with the addition of pots filled with fresh foliage and oversized palm leaves, it creates an almost tropical feel.

3. Pick blousey blooms

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Introducing pink doesn’t mean you have to go with a huge block of colour. Bringing in splashes of the hue against a dark background like this giant wall mural is a sophisticated way to bring it into your bedroom.

Wall murals like this one can be found at surfaceview.co.uk. Pick out the different tones with your bed linen and a rug to pull the scheme together.

4. Go for a candy crush

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Prevent candy pink from looking too sickly sweet by balancing it with zingy citrus yellows and cool blues. This colour combo works extremely well together and is reminiscent of pastel hued retro sweets.

The look can be grounded with a neutral floor and splashes of grey, which will give it a more grown-up feel too.

5. Deepen the shades

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Once you’ve picked the shade you like most for your walls, bring in darker versions of it from the same spectrum to highlight a dado rail or soft furnishings.

This salmon pink has reddish tones, so the rich rust tones of the upholstered bed, the rug and the footstool, work really well with it.

6. Leave a gap

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Bringing in a wall colour can feel overwhelming to some, so keep your pink bedroom on the serene side by choosing a pale shade with beige or yellowish undertones and paint only up to the dado rail.

If you don’t have a dado rail, it doesn’t matter, mark a line around the room that you paint the colour up to and use white paint above and on your ceiling.

7. Use pretty fabrics

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If changing your paint colour is too big a job right now, bring in pink with some fabrics in pale and dark tones and create a pretty canopy to hang over the bed. Add some cushions and you’ll create a cocoon that you won’t want to leave.

8. Embrace summer with sunbaked style

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Mediterranean shades lend earthy warmth to interior and bring a holiday feel to your bedroom. Paint a feature wall in a chalky rose finish to bring soft glow to your colour scheme, then add eclectic accessories in rustic, sun-kissed tones.

Celebrate traditional craftsmanship, organic forms and touchable textures with hand-woven pieces and artisan makes in clay, cotton, wood and rattan. Bedlinen, throws and cushions are enhanced with tufting and trims for relaxed glamour.

9. Snuggle up with shades of rose pink

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Add accents of heart-warming pink hues with layers of luxury linen, chunky knits and soft chenille accessories and furnishings. Tactile soul-soothing textures can bring comfort when it’s cold outside. Pom-poms and tassels add a playful touch to this elegant look.

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10. Start with a cushion

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Inspiration for this scheme came from the plump pink cushions used to dress the bed. The owner then found an inexpensive paint for the walls that’s a perfect match – all proving a pink bedroom transformation needn’t cost a fortune. The addition of charcoal blinds and a monochrome rug and cushions ensure things don’t stray too far into girlie territory.

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11. Layer up powder pink with a hint of modern monochrome

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We can’t take our eyes off this stunning room scheme, which is proof – if any were needed – that pink can be classy and restful. In fact, here, it’s almost a neutral – a barely-there flush of femininity.

The matt grey lighting, spot bedding and rustic wood furniture create a cool contrast against the pretty pink, giving the space a quiet sophistication.

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12. Style shabby chic furniture with a scaled-up pink floral

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Shabby chic gets a modern makeover with vintage florals in cleaner colours and crisper designs. To emulate this look, mix cottage-garden motifs with spots, texture and crips white linen. Then accesorise with zinc, enamel and aged wood for that lived in feel. Blooming lovely!

13. Pair pink and plum for a modern vintage look

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A classic pastel pink gives this room obvious feminine appeal, but decadent touches keep things grown up. The deep stack of pillows, elegant jacquard curtains and chic glass handles all say ‘hotel style’, while textured throws add luxe, colour and extra warmth.

Top tip: Got a blank space crying out for a little love? personalise it with a collection of antique-style mirrors and farmed artwork.

14. Combine plaster pink with Mid-Century classics

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Plaster pink is a goes-with-anything shade that will see you through the seasons. It brings subtle glamour to the scheme, and tones in beautifully with the natural bedding and flooring and iconic Ercol bed frame and dressing table.

Top tip: Freshen and add definition to a cosy neutral bedroom with hits of pure brilliant white on paintwork, fabrics and pieces of art.

15. Use pink as a backdrop to gold and grey

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Mix soft pink and rustic textures with a touch of polish in the form of high-shine gold details, for a cosy but chic bedroom. This shell pink adds a warmer, more feminine feel that blends with neutrals without creating a contrast.

Top tip: Hang a trio of bare-bulb pendants low by the bed so they can be used to read by.

16. Frame bold fuchsia pink tones against a white backdrop

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Bring an instant hit of tropical summer to your bedroom all year around with bright bed linen and vibrant floral patterns. White makes for a very versatile backdrop, allowing the colours to pop yet not overwhelm. You really need to have confidence with this look, and stick with strong shades throughout to be truly successful. Using a print on the wall can help tie things together – if you can’t find the right artwork, try framing a swatch of wallpaper in a complementary fabric.

Top tip: Increase the storage options in your bedroom with a smart ottoman upholstered in your favourite fabric.

17. Clash patterns in hot pink

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Ok, it looks scary, but be brave with this rich pink shade and it’ll make your room feel bright all summer and warm in winter. Blocks of plain fuchsia on a wall can be overbearing, so it’s good to break up the colour by using pattern. A sunny yellow light not have been your first though as an accent, but it’s the perfect addition here. Touches of brass, gold or silver will also look great – but copper? Not so much…

18. Channel spring with folk patterns and green accents

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You can create an upbeat country home by taking advantage of the revival of folksy patterns in vibrant hues. There’s something joyful about this bedroom, where a handsome upholstered headboard draws the eye. The palette almost says English country garden, but the more vibrant tones ensure a contemporary  finish. Go too pale, and you could fall into twee territory.

19. Complement blush pink with hints of terracotta for a cosy effect

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Layering darker terracotta and brick red tones will add depth to coral blush and cool neutrals, making for a room that’s elegant and enticing. This plaster-effect wallpaper gives the look of natural, distressed surface, without you having to fuss around with remodelling or paint effects.

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Buy now: Red Grunge Watercolour Paint wallpaper mural, £36 per sq m, Murals Wallpaper

As you can see, whether your style is ultra contemporary or totally traditional, it’s never been easier to embrace pink at home.

Amy Cutmore is Editor-in-Chief, Homes Audience, working across the Future Homes portfolio. She works on titles including Ideal Home, Homes & Gardens, Livingetc, Real Homes, Gardeningetc, Top Ten Reviews and Country Life. And she’s a winner of the PPA’s Digital Content Leader of the Year. A homes journalist for two decades, she has a strong background in technology and appliances, and has a small portfolio of rental properties, so can offer advice to renters and rentees, alike. 

28 Cozy Bedroom Ideas – Budget-Friendly Cozy Bedrooms

There’s nothing quite like coming home after a long day and cozying up in your own bed. Having a haven-like bedroom is integral to getting that well-deserved rest and relaxation. And that’s exactly why so many designers make efforts to integrate coziness into even the chicest of bedrooms. Whether it be by way of plush throw pillows or a fuzzy rug, designers are all about piling in the luxe layers.

Regardless of whether you’re looking to improve your sleep quality, design a comfortable place to WFH, or cue up a legitimate hibernation den, the coziness factor of a bedroom can be leveled up in a few fundamental ways. Talk to any home decor expert and they’ll tell you that lighting will always be key. Turn off your overhead fixture and opt instead for a pair of bedside lamps, or strategically install a pendant light to create a relaxing ambiance. If you’re blessed enough to have a bedroom with plenty of natural light, thank the design deities and utilize it!

Of course, the star of any bedroom is—you guessed it—the bed. Employing a stately bed with warm wood tones will create comfort, while a dramatic canopy bed will make your beauty sleep feel even more luxurious. Just as important are the things that layer on top of your bed as well. A feather-soft duvet, cashmere blanket, and plush pillows will all make your bedroom a snug sanctuary.

Looking to warm up your own personal retreat, but need a few more ideas? Get inspired by this round-up of inviting bedrooms devised by top interior designers. Scroll down to see how they incorporated warmth into these uber-chic and stylish spaces.

1

Mid-Century Chic

Kevin Allen

A leather-style nightstand is layered in front of wood-paneled walls in this bedroom designed by the D.C.-based firm Huntley & Co. Interior Design.

2

Amber Light

Kim Sargent

To create an ultra-comfy mood in an oceanside retreat, Jacksonville-based firm Jaycox Architects & Associates reproduced a quilt-like textile for the room’s bedding, lounge chair and bench.

3

Bright & Breezy

Michele Thomas

To cue up an easy, breezy bedroom perfectly suited for coastal living, designer Lily Spindle paired a traditional Kazak rug with a plush, channeled headboard and oversized art to create a cool-yet-cozy atmosphere.

4

Traditional Throwback

Zach DeSart

Designer Sara Gilbane illustrates the unrivaled cozy-crafting powers of a canopy bed in this traditionally chic bedroom.

5

Rays of Light

Vivian Johnson

Plenty of canvas pillows and a navy throw make this light-filled bedroom designed by Anja Michals feel stylishly snug.

6

Malibu Mood

Roger Davies

A handcrafted, cream-colored wallpaper and expansive antique rug cocoon this Malibu primary bedroom designed by Bradley Bayou in unrivaled warmth.

7

Child’s Play

Michael J. Lee

Boston-based designer Nicole Hogarty utilized two matching twin beds in this fun, yet sophisticated childrens’ bedroom. A painted ceiling that plays into the room’s overarching aeronautic theme helps to up the cozy factor.

8

Heart of Gold

Matthew Millman

Gold accents steal the show in this ultra-chic primary bedroom designed by Candace Cavanaugh. Stylish accessories packed into a bedside writing desk and a gold satin duvet make this bedroom feel extra snug.

9

Floral Code

Tony Soluri

A floral-patterned duvet set partnered with a rich burl wood dresser make this room designed by Chicago-based firm MILIEU feel lived-in and unabashedly cozy.

10

Silver Lining

Nathan Schroder

Houston-based studio Dodson Interiors employed a frilled cotton duvet set, rustic nightstand and sisal rug to construct a haven-like bed-chamber.

11

Luxe Layers

ELD

Los Angeles-based designer Elizabeth Law used a moss green velvet bed and a patchwork of vintage rugs to add layers of color and warmth to this sweet retreat.

12

Into the Woods

David Duncan Livingston

Wood accents in the form of ceiling beams, a hanging chair and a climbable loft lend playfulness and creativity to this bedroom designed by the San Francisco firm Evans Aamodt Design.

13

Textiles on Textiles

John Ellis

For this eclectic yet grounded master bedroom, designer Sarah Walker layered rich, exotic textiles sourced from all over the globe to create coziness.

14

Brass Class

Benjamin Johnston

Brass accents lend warmth in this relaxing and airy bedroom designed by Benjamin Johnston.

15

Bunk Up

Zeke Ruelas

A forest green bunk bed coupled with a woodland-inspired wallpapered ceiling makes for a funky and snug combination in this bedroom designed by firm Murphy Deesign.

16

Think Pink

Pablo Enriques

A scalloped bed frame, floral fabric-draped nightstand and a pale pink wall makes this bedroom designed by the Los Angeles-based studio Night Palm feel granny chic in the best possible way.

17

Get Hygge With It

Ryan McDonald Photography

A textured duvet paired with a high-pile area rug lends this luxurious bedroom designed by Chicago-based Studio Sven, both coziness and warmth.

18

Tudor Galore

Angle Eye Photography

To emphasize this Tudor-style bedroom’s lofty ceiling beams, Pennsylvania-based firm Period Architecture employed an extravagant wood and velvet bed frame.

19

Nook Look

Peter Margonelli

To level up a Chicago retreat, the firm Craig & Co. filled an under-utilized corner with a plush, chartreuse slipper chair.

20

The Crown Jewel

Alyssa Rosenheck

A Brutalist chandelier and strategic pops of saturated color lend this otherwise all-white bedroom designed by the Tampa-based Courier Design Studio an undeniable coziness.

21

Subterranean Sophistication

Eric Roth / Stacy Kunstel

To offset sleek Mid-Century Modern-inspired furnishings in a downstairs bedroom, firm Koo de Kir Architectural Interiors opted for a dramatic fur-covered bench and a dense and artful area rug.

22

Prodigal Plush

Sean Litchfield

In this children’s room devised by Pennsylvania-based Far Studio, a chalkboard acts like moody art, while a bevy of stuffed animals and pillows work to cue up a snug feeling.

23

Sophistication Factor

Michael Robinson

Exuberant elegance is on full display in this welcoming primary bedroom designed by Chicago-based firm James Thomas Interiors.

24

Traditional Taste

Ted Miles Photography

A stately bed frame partnered with a rich mix of traditional textures and furnishings make this bedroom designed by Alabama-based Walcott Adams Verneuille Architecture + Interiors a cozy getaway.

25

Millennial Pink

Tim Williams

Textured wallpaper and a globe pendant fill this bedroom designed by Laurie Blumenfeld with spunk, while a collection of colorful throw pillows adds coziness.

26

Coastal Comfy

Tessa Neustadt

For an airy California bedroom with a movable wall, designer Stefani Stein employed a rustic wood platform bed to create a cozy room-within-a-room effect.

27

Sweet Escape

Rikki Snyder

Soothing shades of pink and green paired with warm oak tones make for a breezy and casually cozy bedroom designed by Kristen Elizabeth.

28

Custom Comfort

Joe Schmelzer Treasurbite Studio, Inc.

A custom forest green upholstered bed and Art Deco details transform this Malibu bedroom designed by firm Interior Archaeology into a snug sanctuary.

Alicia Mies
Alicia Mies is an editorial intern at Chairish, an online marketplace for vintage home decor.