When you step inside a five-star hotel room, it is always very attractive, and you might have been wondering about how this attractive look was achieved. The answer is layered, closely arranged fabrics to create a comforting and high-end appearance. You can create a similar luxurious appearance in your bedroom without spending a lot of money. With a good understanding of the way layering involves comforter sets, you can create your own safe place in your bedroom to feel like you are experiencing the luxuries of some of the world’s top hotels. Layering is all about combining elements, varying textures, colors, and proportions that give your bedding some depth, color, or that expensive look that every guest wants to have. For proper layering of the comforter sets, here are a few tips to achieve that luxury look you have always wanted.
Start with Quality Foundation Pieces
The beginning of a luxurious layered look starts with the right foundation to place on your bed. Your fitted sheet is the base for everything else you add, and it should fit well. A cotton percale sheet or linen sheets give you the crisp, clean surface that professional stylists seek because they hold the shape as they were made originally. The lines stay crisp and clean while you are sleeping, and add to the overall look. Although thread count is a consideration, it is recommended not to depend on that number. Think about the texture and quality of the selected material. You will want your flat sheet to extend down the side of the bed sufficiently to allow a good fold-over at the top, generally about 6-8 inches, for that completed, neatened look of a hotel-style bed.
Look for a color that complements your comforter or whatever you layer under it. Neutral colors such as white, cream, or a muted gray would work well as they will allow your layered pieces to make the impression as the center of the design, while still having a nice base for added refinement. Remember, your foundation pieces will be visible much of the time, and you’ll want to think through some of these decisions, so they will look like they are included, rather than just a random combination of the color scheme.
Work on the placement of the comforter
Placement of the comforter will help you continue to establish successful layering, and will create some of the structured base to attach layers. It is important for you to have the comforter hanging evenly on either side of the bed with about 12-15 inches of overhang, if you are working with queen or king beds. The foot of the bed will need some amount of coverage underneath the mattress to enable the comforter to be tucked in neatly at the mattress edge. This measures out to about 6-8 inches. Tucking will help increase the neat profile and tidiness of appearance, while also preventing slips when being used.
A common mistake is to center the comforter evenly on the mattress. However, slight off-centering to one side would matter and would create more interest visually. For example, instead of centered, try to place the comforter slightly in the upper area towards the headboard edge to allow it to fold back on length and show more of the layering below. And remember to smooth out any lines or lumps in the comforter before any additional layering is added. This is one of the key differences that separates the ordinary look from the attractive look. Your comforter should be positioned straight on the mattress, with no pulling or bunching, creating a perfect base for the decor you will add. Take your time making adjustments until the proportions look friendly and balanced.
Add Textural Interest with Throws and Blankets
Using throws and blankets creates the textural contrast necessary to take your cheap bedding into designer bedding. Choose a throw in a complementary color or texture that adds center value without overwhelming the samples. The principles of textile layering theory apply here. Cashmere, wool, or a chunky knit will create textural contrast against the smooth power of a comforter. This creates movement and adds elegance, and prevents the overly perfect look of bedding that can feel cold and uninviting. You can add a second throw, a smaller throw, or a lightweight blanket, also folded to add interest at the foot of the bed. You can also vary the thickness and weight of throw fabrics seasonally. Textural interest is thoughtful, easy, and elevates the visual aesthetics of your sleeping area.
Perfect Your Pillow Arrangement Strategy
A designer pillow arrangement is vital to the visual weight and character of your bed. Begin with your sleeping pillows, whether in standard or king size, to correspond with the size of your bed, placed against the headboard in matching pillowcases that coordinate with your sheets. Your sleeping pillows will be the first element in the layer; add in European Square pillows (size 26×26) to provide visual height and architectural interest to the arrangement. This is because the standard size will serve as the backdrop that makes it complete. Layer pillows in several groups of varying sizes, generally with 20×20 square pillows as the second layer first, then adding in either smaller rectangular or unique-shaped pillows works nicely too.
When introducing unique-shaped pillows, think textures like velvet, silk, or embroidered pillows for added luxury; however, these should be consistent with your overall color palette. Pillows are always arranged in odd quantities because creating an arrangement with odd quantity groupings always ends with a more natural feel than arranging all even quantities. The standard arrangement has the back group of larger pillows, followed by medium in the middle, and the smallest accent pillow in the front. You can also feel comfortable arranging with a few pillows with an offset asymmetrical arrangement, creating a more relaxed and present-day pattern. One main point to consider in creating pillow arrangements is that everything should feel just as good as it looks.
Conclusion
A luxuriously layered bed is all about patience, attention to detail, and good quality products that seamlessly work together. The techniques you have learned here today in achieving the high-end hotel look are very much achievable with the right personal style applied towards it. Whenever you are ready to invest in quality comforter sets for this layering process, we’ve got you covered at Latestbedding. We have a good approach towards our customers by showcasing a beautifully coordinated collection of duvet sets, throws, and decor, all matched together as a collection. We make purchasing the elements for your layered bedding design all too easy, eliminating some of the guesswork when it comes to creating your own sanctuary bedroom.