From warm lights to pastel hues, simple décor ideas can help transform your home and inject it with a mood-enhancing pleasant romantic ambience. Here are some quick ideas to get you started with your bedroom
Light and Shadow
Whatever be the size of your bedroom, the right lighting can make all the difference in spreading dreamy pleasant vibes. Start by thinking beyond your regular dimmed yellow light; your bedroom requires some creativity to fill it with a romantic spell. Shift away from the brightness and colours of the lights to fixtures that hold the lamp. Decorative light fixtures not only enhance the aesthetics of your room but also give the space a fresh touch of warmth and comfort.
Although classic love stories have descriptive crystal chandeliers to create a sense of awe and drama in the home, there is more to light fixtures than meets the eye. For one, you could opt for a non-traditional chandelier that is reflective of your personality than simply as a symbol of elegance. The chandelier should complement the colours on your walls and inject a whimsical touch to the entire room.
Look out for wall sconces that have simple notes of charm in them. Pendant lights are equally attractive (glass pendants more so) in subtle hues and so are string lights, which are versatile in adapting to any part of the room. And, of course, dim lights – if there is anything that can project romance and warmth, it is dimmed lighting. Most of the dimming lights in the market are designed to present the setting of your choice, at the touch of a button; however, as an expert suggested, you could get the best out of your lights by installing multiple dimming light fixtures on the ceiling to create the mood you seek.
Dimmed or otherwise, multiple light fixtures also provide the option to infuse the room in different styles to maintain an element of freshness. That could mean a mix of chandelier with sconces and dim light fixtures that can come together in a perfect combination. Of course, the choice in the lighting department is endless. To make things easy, narrow your choice to ornate chandeliers or the non-traditional variety to create a melting effect of light around the room or simply opt for the twinkling fairy lights all around for a subdued vibrancy.
Colour and Mood
You have heard it before and you will hear it again – colours impact your moods, feelings and even behaviour. Although the colour red has been associated with all things love, that colour may be at odds as a wall colour in your bedroom. For, studies have found that pastels, which include pale shades of pink, green, lilac, mauve and aqua/white, and light hues of blue, lemon, apricot and peach, are more on the romantic side. Pastels are soft, light, open, friendly, inviting, tranquil and composed. According to colour psychology, a bedroom with pastel colours on walls and floors and accessories and furnishings suggests romance and love. And of all the pastel shades, pink and peach are classified as the most romantic ones, as they send subconscious messages of love and open communication. But for those who prefer more subtle shades, pale blue and light green are better options.
Alternately, you could also stick to a colour scheme to make soft colours work in a pleasant combination. For example, pinks, lilacs, greys and neutrals can work well, so also plains and patterns like floral prints. Besides, darker shades, when balanced with lighter accents, can infuse the room with a warm cocooning vibe.
Textures and Tones
Taking a cue from the popular Danish concept of hygge (pronounced hoo-ga), introduce a mood of cosy contentment and wellbeing into your bedroom with wools, velvets and silk fabrics. With winter taking the chill note a notch higher, chunky wools, soft silks and lush velvets are all the more inviting. Such fabrics, in combination with faded rugs, can create a soft and luxurious ambience. Décor experts suggest incorporating plush textures like ruched (frilled or pleated) linen and even faux fur for a dash of romance in the room. Wooden décor elements can well complement the ambience to present a sense of comfort. If you have opted for dark coloured walls, you could balance the look and infuse brightness with white bedding and easy prints. Do add a lot of cushions and pillows on the bed and seats in the room for a spontaneous feel of romance.