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Making your bedroom look expensive doesn’t have to cost much money - something as simple as a metallic light fixture or four-poster bed could lift your bedroom into the realm of luxury without breaking the bank. Colour schemes, textures, furniture, artwork, and interior design styles, like mid-century modern, can also help give your bedroom an expensive feel. You could spend a small fortune, but where’s the fun in that? Join us below for an expert’s guide to making your bedroom look expensive.
Elegant Lighting Choices
Lighting transforms a basic bedroom into something special. A statement pendant light or chandelier draws the eye upward, creating an instant focal point.
Wall sconces beside your bed add sophistication while freeing space on your bedside tables. The key is choosing metallic finishes that catch the light - brass and gold tones particularly excel at creating that expensive look.
If you want to transform the ambience of your bedroom easily, add dimmer switches to your main lighting and consider colour-changeable light bulbs.
Quality Bedding
Your bed should command attention as the room's centrepiece. High-thread-count cotton sheets make a difference you can feel and see, with crisp lines that speak of quality.
Layer your bed with a plump duvet and varying-sized pillows to create that sink-in luxury hotel feeling. The secret is choosing fabrics that catch the light, like silk or velvet, for decorative cushions and throws.
Another good bedding option is brushed cotton - it’s warmer than regular cotton and gets softer and more comfortable over time.
Statement Furniture Pieces
A single remarkable piece of furniture can elevate your entire bedroom.
A tufted headboard reaching dramatically up the wall or a vintage-style dresser with ornate handles tells a luxury story. The beauty is in choosing pieces that look costly but aren't - vintage markets and furniture outlets often have stunning finds at reasonable prices.
A high headboard or plush velvet upholstery is the best bed frame for giving your bedroom an expensive feel - check out the Birlea Marquis Ottoman Bed and Newton 4 Drawer Storage Bed (pictured above) for a welcome touch of luxury.
Thoughtful Styling
The most expensive-looking bedrooms share one crucial detail - they're carefully curated.
This means selecting artwork that complements your colour scheme rather than competing. Position a floor-length mirror to maximise natural light and create the illusion of space. The trick is creating a cohesive look where every element feels intentionally chosen.
For instance, your windowsill could have a bonsai tree and Japanese ornaments, while your bedding could also have an ornamental feel.
Paint and Textural Elements
Never underestimate the power of paint to transform your bedroom. Deep, rich colours like navy or emerald green instantly add sophistication, while neutral tones create a calm, expensive-feeling backdrop.
Adding textural elements through wallpaper, woven throws, or a sumptuous area rug brings depth to your space without requiring significant investment.
The best colour schemes for your expensive-looking bedroom include charcoal grey with bright red accents, dusky blue with pops of pastel yellow, gold and black, white and silver, and peach and off-white for a princessy affair.
Summing Up
Your bedroom can look like it belongs in a luxury hotel without the five-star price tag. The secret lies in choosing your statement pieces carefully and paying attention to the details that wealthy homes get right.
For instance, wealthy homes spend heavily on lighting fixtures and choose statement beds that ooze quality, with high headboards and plush fabrics.
You can save big on bed frames that look expensive and use colours like dusky blues, golds, and silvers to give your bedroom an expensive feel for less.
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