Things have a been a little quiet on the blogging front this week. I am working on a few site upgrades + fixes and other technical stuff which I hope to have resolved by next week.
Meanwhile, check out these sensational bedrooms that unabashedly bring SEXY back to boudoirs, making it THAT much harder to get out of bed, and some of my tips to transform your bedroom into a sensual retreat.
I have also been planning a new headboard for our master suite and I think I might have found the perfect fabric to reupholster it with. Perfect, for now anyway. Will share more deets on this shortly. I want to add nail head trim to the headboard, any of you know where I can find the tools for this? Help!
Here are a few of my MUSTS to create a sexy boudoir.
- COMFORT IS KEY!!
- The room should be dark and cozy to ensure good rest.
- Soft Bedding: dont skimp on sheets. Buy the best ones you can find/afford. I am a huge fan of white bedding protected by a patterned bedspread. I got my comforter set from Zicci Bea, sheets from target and bedspread by John Robshaw. Also, ironed sheets make ALL the difference.
- Foam mattress topper: want the feel of a Tempurpedic but not ready for a new mattress? Try a memory foam topper and contour pillow for similar comfort. Trust me, your body will thank you in the AM.
- Higher bed and tall headboard make small bedrooms look larger while making this the focal point of the room.
- Add soft drapes around the bed to make things more intimate and romantic.
- Dont forget to add rugs, lots of them especially if you have hardwood floors.
- Lamps: mood lighting and reading lamps
- Fresh flowers
- Gild! Add glamorous touches with metallic and mirrored details
- Plush chair or sofa
- Layers and textures
- Soft fabrics, wall coverings, and window treatments
- Go big but dont forget to edit. Less is def more when it comes to bedrooms
- Make it feel luxurious and a place you feel like at peace in
What are your musts for a sexy bedroom?
images: Elle Decor, merchant design
beautiful gallery, thank you for this much needed inspiration Manvi 🙂
great tips…sadly my bedroom is the last room in the house to get any love!
The first bedroom is sexy because it is just so exotic, but I think the sexiest boudoir in your gallery is the third picture. Those tall textured walls, the sparkly chandelier, and those beautiful windows are so understated but so beautiful. And I love how the pop of midnight blue makes you focus on the bed . . . so sexy!! Thanks for the inspiration.
I did not know that a higher bed and tall headboard would make a small room look larger….I will be passing that on.
Nice post
I love the orinetal style bedrooms. Great tips to create your own boudoir. 🙂
Ada
Where ever that bedroom with the large tinted sliding glass door with the wooden chair sitting there is absolutely amazing. I dont know if I would get anything done during the day if I had that view… I simply wouldn’t get out of bed in the morning and my day would still be well spent!
Wonderful examples and tips! For me, there are a few necessities, such as:
01 the best sheets—indeed.
02 artwork (all appropriate of course) that has feeling and suggestion
03 relaxed curtains
04 lights and candles
Love your collection, they provide a great inspiration to many. And the tips are a great help too. Thanks 🙂