Beautiful Wallpaper Ideas

Bright colors and bold patterns make wallpaper a mainstay of Southern design. See all the ways it can visually update any room.

Pretty & Playful

Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

Pretty & Playful

Bold patterns with large repeats work best in small spaces. Choose one with soft, clean color, like this floral print.

Elegance & Comfort

Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

Elegance & Comfort

Along with antique furniture, hand-painted wallpaper is a unique Charleston tradition. Pick a classic pattern in a fresh color for a modern twist.

Unexpected Combinations

Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

Unexpected Combinations

The gold-and-orange toile wallpaper in this formal dining room jazzes up a traditional foundation.

Powder Room Print

Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

Powder Room Print

A tiny space is the perfect spot for wallpaper that stirs drama with bold color or pattern.

Merry & Bright

Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

Merry & Bright

The floral-print wallpaper has a fancy hand-painted look but still gives the room an informal feeling.

Pastel Pattern

Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

Pastel Pattern

Patterned wallpaper brings instant style to small spaces. This bath gets its pretty palette from a medallion print.

One Wall at a Time

Photo: Jennifer Davick

One Wall at a Time

If you're afraid of overwhelming the room with a rich pattern, start by covering just one wall - it might be all you need to create the glamorous effect you want.

Youthful & Fun

Photo: Alexandra Rowley

Youthful & Fun

This cheery room was inspired by the graphic floral wallpaper. The pink and green color scheme continue onto the bedding, fabrics, and desk accessories.

Textured Wall

Photo: Lisa Romerein

Textured Wall

"Nail-headed" grass cloth wallpaper envelops the dining room and gives it a glamorous feel.

Layered Prints

Photo: Tria Giovan

Layered Prints

Bird-print curtains and damask wallpaper add a pleasing layer of pattern to this inviting spot.

Ritzy Backdrop

Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

Ritzy Backdrop

This dramatic silver wallpaper serves as an elegant backdrop for any special gathering.

Classic Motif

Photo: Tria Giovan

Classic Motif

Like a good monogram, a classic wallpaper motif can last the test of time and highten the elegance of a room.

Botanical Chic

Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

Botanical Chic

Dining rooms are prime spots for wallpapering. This flamboyant botanical wallpaper is mirrored in the organic shapes of the chandelier and significantly upgrades the look of the room.

Toned-Down Pattern

Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

Toned-Down Pattern

To add instant architectural interest to a boxy room try a toned-down pattern. And you can splurge on something special since you'll only need to cover a small area.

Colorful Blooms

Photo: Eric Piasecki

Colorful Blooms

A custom-colored de Gournay wallpaper provided the palette for this room, which features blue linen curtains and a green shagreen coffee table.

Opposites Attract

Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

Opposites Attract

Melon-colored curtains paired with blue floral wallpaper create a daring yet livable color palette.

Matching Set

Photo: Eric Piasecki

Matching Set

Coordinating wallpaper and borders don't have to be old-fashioned. Keep the rest of the decorations simple, like the metal tub and blue trim, for a more trendy feel.

Floor to Ceiling

Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

Floor to Ceiling

Ninety yards of Gastón y Daniela's equestrian toile was paper-backed to hang as a wallcovering in this guest room.

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