1Make It Open Air
Matthew Millman If you're in the right climate for an open-air design, it's definitely worth considering for the romance factor alone. In this Hawaiian escape by Catherine Kwong, the accordion-style doors slide open to let in the breeze.
2Add Special Lighting
LAURE JOLIET Hotel rooms always feel a little dreamier and more romantic than the average bedroom. So why not take notes to bring home with you? The Firehouse Hotel designed by ETC.etera is the perfect example. The Moroccan pendant lamps add a touch of brass while also shining a beautiful pattern throughout the space. Perfect for mood lighting!
3Pile On Soft Layers
Aaron Leitz Photography Have you ever wanted to crawl into a bed more than you have right now? The moody gray velvet walls and matching headboard bring a smokey, texturally rich allure and mystery to the otherwise white, bright, and airy space designed by Alison Pickart. No artwork is needed, as these walls speak for themselves.
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4Display Fluffy Florals
Corinne Mathern Design Roses are red and violets are blue, but have you met the most romantic flower of them all yet? We're talking about the fluffy, ethereal dried plant known as pampas grass. Corinne Marthern displayed it in this California bedroom for some minimalist romance.
5Lacquer Your Walls
FRITZ VON DERSCHULENBURG The high-shine gloss of lacquer paint will make any space feel sleek and sexy in an instant. And in a shade of red like this one, things will heat up even more. Because the walls are so over the top, go with classic ivory bedding and traditional sconces to polish it all off.
6Add a Sitting Area
Romanek Design Studio When you have enough space in your bedroom for an extra place to hang out that isn't your bed, create a mini (more intimate) living room. Follow this formula à la Romanek Design Studio: Two armchairs angled towards each other with a small coffee table or ottoman for drinks, a candle, and another decorative item.
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7Highlight Repeating Motifs
Heather Hilliard Design With a recurring motif of soft curved lines and a balanced color palette of airy blush-beige and cool white with moodier navy accents, interior designer Heather Hilliard creates a romantic—but not in-your-face-romantic—atmosphere in this main bedroom.
8Mix Old With New
LAURE JOLIET Equal parts classic and edgy, this space designed by ETC.etera is a masterclass in decorating a romantic bedroom. The curtains and built-in nook framing the bed introduces a sense of intimacy while the toile maintains a more traditional spirit.
9Light a Fire
ANNIE SCHLECHTER A bedroom with a fireplace ignites the passion like no other. While the showstopper is clearly the fireplace, that textured paint and stone wall make this bedroom feel like an old-world sanctuary.
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10Accentuate a Juliette Balcony
Brigette Romanek Studio If your space features a Juliette balcony, then your bedroom is guaranteed to be romantic no matter how you decorate it. Here, Brigette Romanek of Romanek Design Studio dresses it down with linen bedding and sculptural light in true SoCal fashion.
11Create a Cocoon
Fantastic Frank Hang curtains in front of your bed to intensify the sense of privacy and intimacy. It'll feel like a little cocoon from the outside world. A fluffy comforter you'd never want to toss off doesn't hurt either.
12Emit a Rosy Glow
Anson Smart In this bedroom designed by Arent & Pyke, the plush carpet almost looks iridescent, radiating a sense of luxury and comfort. The textured panel headboard introduces the perfect contrast. For the ultimate touch of romance, hang light pink sheers that create a rosy glow throughout the space.
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13Stay Grounded
Fantastic Frank A low-to-the-ground bed sets the pace for sexy bohemian energy. Loose linens are also a good call—the effortlessness makes the bed irresistible.
14Embrace Nostalgia
David A. Land Designed by Elizabeth Georgantas, this bedroom is bound to feel romantic, thanks to its 273-year tenure and Nantucket location. The cracked beams are given a fresh coat of crisp white paint above an antique decoupaged bed for a high-contrast impact.
15Get Cheeky With Pillows
MIGUEL FLORES-VIANNA This bedroom gives "pillow talk" a whole new meaning. There's something sexy about the unexpectedness of a cheeky pillow in an otherwise traditional bedroom.
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16Build a Bathtub
Laure Joliet In this loft bedroom designed by ETC.etera, the bedroom is lined with mirrors for a magnifying effect and the elevated en-bedroom bathtub ensures plenty of romance and style.
17Hang a Canopy
Nicole Franzen Is there anything sexier than a gauzy canopy? There's just something enchanting about the flowey, semi-sheer look. Take note from this bedroom and punch things up with a vibrant dose of color in your throw pillows and area rug.
18Bring In Oversized Plants
Horst P. Horst Turn your bedroom into a lush garden oasis with indoor trees and plenty of florals. Though this main bedroom feels grand and over the top, it's also grounded thanks to the nature-inspired design elements.
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19Choose a Luxe Headboard
Studio Ashby That luxe green velvet headboard in a bedroom by Ashby Studio evokes the romance of a garden or hidden forest. A headboard like this one in a rich hue is the perfect romantic touch for anyone looking for something less overtly romantic.
20Emphasize a View
Kylee Shintaffer Lookout points are also called makeout points for a reason, so take note and accentuate an expansive view. In this Montana home designed by Kylee Shintaffer, the bed faces a beautiful mountain view. The rustic materials mixed with elegant decor strike the perfect balance.
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