How to style stripes in your bedroom design

They say a tiger can’t change its stripes – but you can certainly change your bedroom design to feature stunning striped patterns!

Stripes bring structure and depth to a room – not to mention, plenty of playful character. In fact, this year is all about leaning into joyful, dopamine designs with bigger and bolder FunHaus-style stripes. So, if that’s your thing, you’re in the right place.

Consider this your go-to guide for all things stripes. From preppy striped walls and trendy bedding to statement furniture pieces, we’ll teach you everything you need to know about selecting the right fabrics, colours, and furniture pieces to bring some striped magic to your bedroom design.

Ready to earn your stripes? Let’s get stuck in…

There’s a reason so many of us go back to using stripes time and time again; it’s a household classic that never goes out of style. Stripes in bedroom design offer structure, visual interest and a quiet confidence to your sleep space. There’s even a certain calmness that stripes can bring to your bedroom, since they are orderly and uniform, meaning this pattern is also great for creating a relaxing environment for you to unwind in.

Plus, they’re more versatile than you think! Stripes can be elegant and classy or bold and quirky, depending on what colours you use, the thickness of the stripes, and how you style them.

Let’s explore some of our favourite striped bedroom designs to experiment with…

1. Set the tone with striped walls

Many homeowners have taken to painting stripes directly onto their walls! The secret to success is using masking tape as your template. Whilst it may be a little tricky and time-consuming to do, you won’t be disappointed by the finished look. Simply choose your paint colour, grab a handy laser beam leveller and add your taped lines to your desired stripe thickness – just like in the above video. The leveller keeps your stripes nice and straight – very important! Now, all that’s left to do is get busy with a paint roller. To finish, carefully remove the tape and admire your transformed striped walls. Satisfying to reveal, even better results.

@__katyjane__ Transforming the Dubai white walls to a colourful dream nursery ✨ I LOVE the stripes 🩵🥰#nurserydecor #nurseryrenovation #interiors #diytutorial #buildingabrand ♬ Olivia Dean with a Touch Of Funk – touchoffunk

Alternatively, to save yourself some time and effort, you could opt for a striped wallpaper. This way, you’re guaranteed stripes that look a little less DIY and can be ready in half a day. Easy, breezy!

2. Mix-and-match your bedding

Another trend that we’ve seen all over TikTok lately is mix-and-matched bedding rotations. Add a stripey duvet cover to create a burst of personality in your bedroom design, without the price tag of a full-blown makeover. Or, if you prefer a more subtle look, layer a striped fitted sheet below plain bed linens for a hint of playfulness.

By investing in multiple stripey bedding sets, you can create your very own “bedding rotation” to mix and match your colours and patterns for endless looks every single week. You can also mix striped bedding or pillowcases with block colours for a fun, clashing vibe. The world is your oyster, so get experimenting!

@lille_arkiv which combo is your favorite, 1–6? 🛏️ . . . #homeaesthetics #boyandgirlapartment #homedecor ♬ Old Man – Neil Young

3. Invest in a statement striped piece

For stripes that make a statement, how about a piece of stripey furniture? Whether that’s a striped armchair, a funky headboard or an all-out stripey bed frame, adding a bold piece in your bedroom is sure to bring some wow-factor to your space.

We’d recommend our elegant Celeste Divan Bed Base and Headboard, designed exclusively for Dreams by our design partner, Sophie Conran. Available in two striking striped patterns, blush pink and white, or navy marine, both options blend with the elegant curves of the bed, offering a timeless and sophisticated vibe. We’re truly obsessed!

4. Ground your room with a striped rug

Rugs are fantastic for anchoring a space, especially a bedroom. They’re also the perfect soft layer to keep your toes nice and warm when you get out of bed in the morning. Bedroom floors are often overlooked when people are considering a new design. So, by adding a striped bedroom rug, you can instantly liven up the space with some visual interest, without bringing in any unnecessary bulky furniture. This is particularly effective for those short on space with smaller bedrooms.

5. Style with stripey accessories

Finally, don’t forget about your smaller details. Accessories are fantastic for introducing stripes into your existing bedroom design. Whether that’s through a statement cushion, a striped lamp shade, wall art, or a cute jewellery trinket to sit on your bedside table, sometimes, the smallest of details are what make the biggest impact.

“I often mix florals with stripes or checks, as long as the colours harmonise. This can make a room feel richer and more interesting.” – Sophie Conran, Dreams design partner

Now, for some pattern play. Stripes are excellent for mixing and matching (just like colours), with other prints. For instance, one method we love is contrasting stripes with other geometric patterns, such as gingham or checkerboard. The result is a fun, eclectic look that’s sure to bring a burst of dopamine to your space. Or, for something a little more subtle, try mixing the scale of your stripes by using a combination of elegant pinstripes and thick, bold lines.

Behold, the power of the stripe! With our striped bedroom ideas, you can create hundreds of different looks to suit your taste, all of which breathe personality, structure and versatile style to any sleep space.