Your bedroom is the place that you want to look forward to relaxing in at the end of a long day, right? It should be the most peaceful place in your home with soothing colors and textures, and a good warm ambience.
So just for a little inspiration, here are five of our favorite cozy bedroom retreats:
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by Becky Boyd, The Pajama Company Editor
I like to think of my bedroom as a mini sanctuary. It’s the one place I can go to be cozy and at ease, and forget about the stress of the day.
Your bedroom should feel luxurious and comfortable, and be your very own haven to unwind and recharge.
Here are some things to consider in creating a bedroom retreat you’ll love to relax in:
Decorate with Intention
Be thoughtful about your space. Choose calming and soothing colors over bold bright ones. It’s okay to have some colorful accents, but going for over all neutral colors will create a much more peaceful atmosphere.
Decorate with artwork and other objects that you find inspiring. Add a scented candle. If you have wood or tile floors, consider putting a rug beside or under your bed as a soft place for your feet to land.
Cozy Bedding
Buy the best bedding and pillows that you can. Choose sheets and blankets that are super soft and will wash well. It’s always a good idea to have an extra blanket or two around, just in case you get chilled during the night. A nap blanket at the end of the bed is my personal must-have!
Ditch the Technology
Reserve your bedroom as the place to settle down and chill out. As tempting as it is to bring them along, leave the laptop, cell phone, and TV for the other rooms of the house. Instead, keep stacks of your favorite books and magazines to read while you wind down for the night. If you insist on having a TV, find a place for it where it can be tucked aside so that its not the centerpiece of the room.
Keep the Chaos at Bay
Are you the type of person who ends up with half of your closet strewn about your bedroom by the end of the week? Or maybe you have baskets of clean clothes that just sit there for days, waiting for someone to put them away.
If you’re not in the habit of putting things away regularly, make a promise to yourself to spend just five minutes picking up each day. It will go a long way in keeping your bedroom clutter-free and feeling like a peaceful and relaxing space you intended it to be.
Pajamas
A cozy bedroom calls for some equally cozy PJs, of course! Having just the right pajamas, a soft robe, and some comfy slippers will add just the perfect finishing touch!
Relax…unwind…and enjoy…
What’s your secret to a cozy bedroom space?
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