Determining how to properly style a bed can be tricky—how many pillows do you need depending on if your bed is a twin, queen, or king? What pillow sizes are the most optimal to include? To help you put together a magazine-worthy bed at home, we spoke with interior designers who chimed in with a few of their go-to tips.
01. Start With Euro Shams
Looking to hide those sleeping pillows during the daytime? Designer Sarah Brannon recommends placing a Euro sham, which measures 26 by 26 inches, in front of your traditional bed pillows. Use one Euro on a twin bed, two on a queen, and three on a king. Next, incorporate a second layer: using either a bolster, an extra large lumbar, or a smaller scaled decorative pillow, Brannon suggests. A 20 by 20 inch piece is an excellent choice, and you can use one for a twin, full, or queen and two for a king-sized bed.
02. Play With Pattern
…And speaking of prints and colors, don’t forget to have fun with patterns when styling your pillows! If you choose a solid Euro print, include a patterned decorative pillow, or vice versa, Brannon notes. Don’t be afraid to mix textures, either. Velvet + cotton = a major win!
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03. But Stay Cohesive
While pattern play is a welcome touch to any bed, you’ll want to maintain overall cohesion by selecting pillows with colors that match the rest of your bedding. If you have a white duvet with colored piping, use that to guide your pillow selection. And if you go with patterned pillows, opt for a solid colored duvet to keep things from looking too busy. Your bedroom should be a serene escape, after all.
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