How to make the velvet revival work in your bedroom

Velvet is making its way back into interiors in a big way. Could a velvet revival shake up be just what your bedroom needs?

From furniture to blankets, and even wallpaper (?!) it’s time to welcome velvet back into our homes and hearts. The rise of maximalism has put the velvet revival back on the radar, with its love of all things bold, bright and beautiful.

This old school trend has undergone a modern makeover to bring it well and truly into the 21^st century. A symbol of opulence, luxury and sumptuous comfort, velvet is perfectly placed to take over in the bedroom. So how will it work in your space?

How to bring velvet into your bedroom

The great thing about this trend is that you can incorporate as much or as little velvet as you’d like.

If you’re a fan of the bold, pairing velvet with bright colours and patterns is sure to make your heart sing. If you prefer an understated look, perhaps some simple accent pieces will better suit your style.

The velvet revival gives you more options than ever (though we still may need some convincing on the velvet wallpaper…) so the choice really is yours. Why not start with a few accent pieces, such as velvet cushions, lampshades or throws to give this trend a gentle introduction to your home? With velvet’s heritage, you’re likely to find some fabulous antique finds too.

Choosing velvet furniture

Alternatively, one bold furniture choice can transform a space, such as a sofa or bed.

An increasingly popular choice for beds, velvet offers a sumptuously soft finish you’ll love sinking into at the end of a long day. It’s the ideal choice for headboards, particularly if you enjoy reading, watching TV or just lounging in bed – a velvet headboard will make a wonderful resting place.

And it’s easy to keep its spectacular finish fresh with regular cleaning. You can gentle vacuum velvet with the upholstery attachment on any hoover, plus our premium velvet-finish bed frames are delivered with a matching glove so you can keep your bed looking its best.

Velvet styles to obsess over

Scandi

For hygge homes, we have Scandi styles you’ll love.

Velvet is a great choice for Nordic-inspired homes, evoking a sense of comfort and cosiness with its touchable finish.

The Florence Bed Frame pairs opulent grey velvet-touch fabric with a minimalist Scandi finish, and comes complete with a shadow ottoman to keep all your treasures close at hand. The raised base adds a sense of loftiness to smaller spaces, with a wooden finish to add varying textures and interest.

Regency

It’s time to bring Bridgerton to the bedroom.

For grand sleeping chambers, only the best will do – and what material is better for that job than velvet?

Our Holmes Bed Frame offers the finest night’s rest every time, marrying Chesterfield-style button quilting with rich dark wood feet for an opulent finish. The seafoam blue makes a wonderful accompaniment to other bright tones, or can be paired with navy and cream for a sharp finish.

Art deco

Turn back time to the roaring 20s with grand art deco décor.

The glitz and glamour of signature art deco style are perfectly bedfellows of the velvet revival.

Throwbacks abound with the Mount Bed Frame and matching Batten Blanket Box, an opulent duo sure to add 20s glamour to any space. With a fluted headboard that’s sure to draw the eye, this fabulous pair are finished with metallic detailing on its feet and upholstery for extra shine.

Modern

For a modern finish, look no further than a TV bed.

Just because velvet’s been around for centuries, doesn’t mean it has to be old fashioned.

Take a look at the Kobe TV Bed Frame and see for yourself. With a fully integrated smart TV, the Kobe brings the velvet revival well and truly into the 21^st century. Plus, it pairs perfectly with the Kobe Bedside Table in matching striking velvety fabric. This bedtime companion features handy USB ports so you can keep your devices topped up while you snooze, avoiding unsightly cables that spoil a carefully styled finish.

Our favourite velvet finishes

Deep and dark: sophisticated navy and rich forest green

For timeless, classic interiors, jewel tones are a wonderful choice.

Velvet is notorious for making jewel tones shine, so it’s no surprise that emerald and sapphire are incredibly popular colours. Though bold in colour, jewel tones are an incredibly versatile choice that pair well with a range of palettes, from strong metallics to soft cream.

If you’d prefer to evoke tones of nature, check out our Reign Bed Frame and get lost in the rich hues of deep green velvet-effect.

Bright and beautiful: all-out orange and pretty pink

The sumptuous softness of velvet pairs perfectly with bold tones.

For fun spare rooms or statement suites, bold velvet bed frames offer the versatility to pair with a chic monochromatic palette, or soften with light shades.

To inject a touch of drama to any sleep sanctuary, the gorgeous lilac and pink tones of the Tempur Duke Bed Frame pair beautifully with its fluted headboard. Its simple, striking design makes it the perfect foundation to build maximalist elements around in your sleep space.

For those spaces that are just crying out for colour, it has to be orange – and our Gallway collection has it in spades. Perfect for stylish spare rooms, the Gallway sofa bed is easy to assemble without skipping the chic finish. Why not add the matching chair and footstool for an all-out velvet finish you’ll love?

Next level neutrals: cool grey and beautiful beige

Velvet elevates any minimalist finish to a whole new level.

Beige? Boring? Wait until you see it in velvet… our Sana bed frame is sure to steal your heart.

For the ultimate neutral bedroom, choose a velvet bed frame to inject some drama without going dark. Perfect for smaller spaces due to their light finish, cool tones of grey and beige make wonderful bedfellows of dramatic monochrome or bold bursts of colour.

Sana is available in a stunning pearl effect or classic woven grey to suit any interior, and comes with a matching upholstered bedside table.

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