Bedroom Accent Ideas - Southern Living

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Folding Screen

Layer a folding screen behind your headboard to add presence and more dimension to your bed.

Photo by Laurey W. Glenn

Quilt Art

The bedroom is a natural place to display vintage and family heirloom quilts as wall art.

Mixed Patterns

Don’t be afraid to try layering and mixing linen patterns. Combine colors that are of a similar intensity (pastels with pastels for instance) for a more cohesive mix.

Photo: Van Chaplin

Fresh Flowers

Fresh flowers are always a lively and welcome presence on a bedroom side table.

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Fireplace

There’s nothing quite so cozy on a winter evening as a fireplace in your bedroom.

Art Groupings

Group small art pieces for greater visual impact. Reinforce the color scheme of the room by using art in the same colors.

Window Art

Window treatments aren’t the only way to accessorize your windows. Hang small, framed prints on a window using suction cups and ribbon.

Photo: Tina Govan

Map Art

Another creative art accent is large wall maps. Group several on a focal wall for big visual impact.

Retro Accents

A vintage-looking clock has more character than a modern digital clock.

Photo by Laurey W. Glenn

Custom Canopy

For a contemporary look, stretch a panel of a bold geometric fabric on the canopy frame of your bed.

Photo by Laurey W. Glenn

Mod Monogram

Make a modern take on a traditional theme by framing three prints of your initials in a pretty font.

Photo by Laurey W. Glenn

Stepstool

Having a stepstool next to the bed is a playful nod to a traditional piece found in many fancy historic homes.

Photo by Laurey W. Glenn

Architectural Salvage

Instead of artwork, use large salvage pieces, like window sashes, painted in bright colors.

Photo by Laurey W. Glenn

Full-Length Mirror

A full-length mirror is a necessity for any home. It does double-duty as a fashion aid and home accessory in your bedroom. Choose a mirror with a decorative frame or etched detailing to complement your space.

Traditional Monogram

Monograms are a Southern staple, and monogrammed items will add a classic appeal to your bedroom.

Style Guide: Bedroom Accents

Folding Screen

Quilt Art

Mixed Patterns

Fresh Flowers

Fireplace

Art Groupings

Window Art

Map Art

Retro Accents

Custom Canopy

Mod Monogram

Stepstool

Architectural Salvage

Full-Length Mirror

Traditional Monogram