How to make the velvet revival work in your bedroom

Velvet is making its way back into interiors in a big way. Could a velvet revival shake up be just what your bedroom needs?

From furniture to blankets, and even wallpaper (?!) it’s time to welcome velvet back into our homes and hearts. The rise of maximalism has put the velvet revival back on the radar, with its love of all things bold, bright and beautiful.

This old school trend has undergone a modern makeover to bring it well and truly into the 21^st century. A symbol of opulence, luxury and sumptuous comfort, velvet is perfectly placed to take over in the bedroom. So how will it work in your space?

How to bring velvet into your bedroom

The great thing about this trend is that you can incorporate as much or as little velvet as you’d like.

If you’re a fan of the bold, pairing velvet with bright colours and patterns is sure to make your heart sing. If you prefer an understated look, perhaps some simple accent pieces will better suit your style.

The velvet revival gives you more options than ever (though we still may need some convincing on the velvet wallpaper…) so the choice really is yours. Why not start with a few accent pieces, such as velvet cushions, lampshades or throws to give this trend a gentle introduction to your home? With velvet’s heritage, you’re likely to find some fabulous antique finds too.

Choosing velvet furniture

Alternatively, one bold furniture choice can transform a space, such as a sofa or bed.

An increasingly popular choice for beds, velvet offers a sumptuously soft finish you’ll love sinking into at the end of a long day. It’s the ideal choice for headboards, particularly if you enjoy reading, watching TV or just lounging in bed – a velvet headboard will make a wonderful resting place.

And it’s easy to keep its spectacular finish fresh with regular cleaning. You can gentle vacuum velvet with the upholstery attachment on any hoover, plus our premium velvet-finish bed frames are delivered with a matching glove so you can keep your bed looking its best.

Velvet styles to obsess over

Looking for your next velvet centrepiece? We’ve got some top picks for you…

Art deco

Turn back time to the roaring 20s with grand art deco décor.

The glitz and glamour of signature art deco style are perfectly bedfellows of the velvet revival.

Throwbacks abound with the Jay Velvet-Finish Ottoman Bed and matching blanket box, an opulent duo sure to add 20s glamour to any space. With a padded headboard featuring a chevron pattern that’s sure to draw the eye, this fabulous pair are fully upholstered in a rich velvet-touch fabric in navy.

Modern

For a modern finish, look no further than a TV bed.

Just because velvet’s been around for centuries, doesn’t mean it has to be old fashioned.

Take a look at the Yokohama Velvet-Finish TV Bed and see for yourself. With a fully integrated smart TV, the Yokohama brings the velvet revival well and truly into the 21^st century. This bedtime companion features advanced surround sound, hidden storage for media and handy USB ports so you can keep your devices topped up while you snooze, avoiding unsightly cables that spoil a carefully styled finish.

Luxury

Fancy living that 5-star hotel life everyday?

For grand sleeping chambers, only the best will do – and what material is better for that job than velvet?

Our Saffron Upholstered Bed Frame in navy velvet offers the finest night’s rest every time, marrying diagonal quilt stitch detailing with gorgeous gold-tone accents for an opulent finish. What’s more, this hotel bed features matching built-in bedside tables and integrated spotlights, for stylish convenience. Room service!

Our favourite velvet finishes

Deep and dark: sophisticated navy and rich jewel tones

For timeless, classic interiors, jewel tones are a wonderful choice.

Velvet is notorious for making jewel tones shine, so it’s no surprise that emerald and sapphire are incredibly popular colours. Though bold in colour, jewel tones are an incredibly versatile choice that pair well with a range of palettes, from strong metallics to soft cream.

If you’d prefer for something more subtle, opt for a navy blue, which is the more sophisticated older cousin to sapphire blue. For just a touch of navy velvet, our Jay Blanket Box at the end of your bed makes for a beautiful feature.

Next level neutrals: cool grey and beautiful beige

Beige? Boring? Wait until you see it in velvet…

Velvet elevates any minimalist finish to a whole new level. For the ultimate neutral bedroom, choose a velvet bed frame in a dreamy beige or cool grey. Perfect for smaller spaces due to their light finish, cool neutral tones make for a calming, grounded atmosphere – ideal for drifting off in a deep slumber.

Plus, neutrals never go out of style; so choosing a neutral velvet furniture piece is a sure-fire way to ensure longevity with your bedroom design.

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Bright and beautiful: all-out orange and warm terracotta

The sumptuous softness of velvet pairs perfectly with bold tones.

For fun spare rooms or statement suites, bold velvet sofa beds offer the versatility to pair with a chic monochromatic palette, or soften with light shades.

For those spaces that are just crying out for colour, it has to be rich orange – and our Gallway collection has it in spades. Perfect for stylish spare rooms, the Gallway sofa bed is easy to assemble without skipping the chic finish. Why not add the matching chair and footstool for an all-out velvet finish you’ll love?