25 Whimsical Bedroom Ideas That Are Both Playful and Sophisticated
If you’re on the hunt for whimsical bedroom ideas to bring a touch of magic to your private space, you’re in the right place.
This term may make you think of the many playful children’s rooms that appear ahead, but know that with a few simple tweaks, you can add a sophisticated touch of whimsy to your bedroom as well. What makes a whimsical room? Playful patterns, creative art, and plenty of color, natural.
It’s time to inject some fun into your bedroom, which may currently be devoid of decor. Life is too short to be living and sleeping in plain spaces, and whimsical touches will add instant pep to your space.
Go Oversized
Choose an oversized piece of art to hang above your bed. This magical rainbow adds instant happiness to this bedroom. Large installations such as this one impress visually and really help to fill in blank wall space, so they’re always a great call for above the bed.
Hang a Fringe
Fringed art is playful, and this sun shape is perfectly whimsical. It will add some instant cheer to your walls—and you can’t help but smile when you gaze upon its rays.
Add a Teepee
Tuck a sweet teepee or tent into the corner of your child’s room. This will serve as a fun place for them to play, read, and use their imagination. You could even string a few faux ivy garlands around the top of the teepee for an extra dose of charm.
Trace Your Child’s Name
Show your child’s creative side by incorporating a piece of art that is entirely their own. This illustrated name plate is sweet and special, and you could even get crafty and try to DIY a version of your own.
Drape the Ceiling
Get creative with your ceiling! Here, fabric drapes beautifully above this girl’s bed to create a cozy and grand-like feel. You could also opt for wallpaper for an instant, but similar effect. No need to keep the ceiling blank when decorating.
Cover the Walls
Why settle for plain white walls in your bedroom when you can think pink? Wallpaper is an instant room-maker and will help to give your space tons of personality. It’s also a great opportunity to experiment with a color or pattern that you may shy away from using in excess in a main living area.
Install a Starburst
A starburst-style mirror is a classic shape that works well in a whimsical room, and also may appeal to parents who are helping to decorate their child’s space. It will be versatile enough to grow with your little one as they age and mature.
Use Honeycomb Shelves
Honeycomb shelves are a playful way to showcase picture books and other small items. They add instant dimension and visual intrigue to this girl’s bedroom, where they’ve been painted a soft shade of peach. Don’t be afraid to match your shelves to your walls for a look that’s extra serene.
Make It Seaworthy
A whimsical bedroom could take inspiration from beloved tales, such as the adventures shared in “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea.” Here, a peacock headboard is reminiscent of a grand ship, and sea creatures of all kinds make for a playful gallery wall.
Hang Abstract Art
Colorful, abstract art fills this bedroom and instantly makes it feel more whimsical. Look for pieces that incorporate every color of the rainbow to really liven up your walls. Big art can be crazy with it, after all!
Make It Magical
Celestial decor is always a winner when it comes to creating a magical, whimsical bedroom. And who says adults can’t partake in this look? The sweet star mobile adds an instant dose of childhood charm to this serene all-white space.
Boldly Combine Prints
Don’t shy away from mixing bold prints in a whimsical room. The more pattern, the better! Here, we see florals, stripes, and more plaids that result in one lively—and inviting—headboard.
Display Your Memories
Clipped photos add personality to this boy’s room and serve as an instant conversation starter. Share some of your favorite family memories that you’ve captured on film and then walk down memory lane each time you tuck yourself into bed.
Pick a Sweet Theme
If you’re designing a room for kiddos this is the ball to let your theme shine. In this room we have a sweet flower theme that is carried wonderfully around the room in a cute and whimsical way. By colored flowers around the canopy this room has such a charm.
Wrap Your Post
Post can be boring on their own, so decorate them to theme of your room to spruce them up a bit. Here they are wrapped in a pastel plush fabric.
Choose a Carved Option
Carved headboards will always be a bit more upscale. This one ties in so well with the garden theme. It almost appears as if baby is sleeping in a pumpkin in the midst of a luscious garden.
Hang Colorful Plates
Don’t forget about the ceiling when decorating a whimsical room. Colorfully patterned plates add whimsy to this garden-themed space. With so many details throughout the space, this baby will grow up with plenty of things to look up and admire during change time.
Pick a Plush Accent
Plush fabric was used to cover a canopy over a child’s bed. This little teepee like canopy adds so much excitement to a bedroom and gives a child a cozy and private place to sleep and daydream.
Use Shape Art
Use a beloved shape and mass produce it to create sweet gallery wall. Here, butterfly cutouts are used all over the room, including on the window treatment and so many more. Shapes are a great way to add instant fun to a room.
Go Lush With the Drapes
Leafy greens climb up the drapes in this nursery adding a pop of color and whimsy to the room. Instead of wallpaper, you can fake a grand look in your nursery by dressing the window in ornate fabric such as this rich green material.
Add Some Whimsical Art
Turn your little one’s art into something adorable. Wow maker walls with a simple DIY by turning your kids art into picture and art – it really makes the little ones feel special seeing their art hung like true masterpiece.
Make a Gallery Wall
Gallery walls are a fantastic way to add color and personality to a nursery, especially if you are working with plain white walls. This gallery wall is full of animal prints and quotes that baby will cherish forever.
Install Canopy
Install a canopy above your baby’s crib for an angelic looking touch. This white canopy is sweet and simple and turns baby’s crib into a peaceful paradise
Design a Rainbow
Go for a grand rainbow. Instead of framing and hanging small rainbows, go for a big statement wall. This rainbow is so bold and cheerful, it really makes the room!
Choose a Cutout Bed
Talk about one stunning bed! This ornate cutout bed really is the focal point of the room and makes for a show stopping piece.
Use Animal Friends
Creatures of the sea make for one grand storybook styled nursery! Animals are always a sweet way to add charm to a nursery. Here an octopus holds the little leos clothes and doubles as a friend of course!
Incorporate Thoughtful Art
Art means so much is a nursery. Use songs or hymns and turn them into wall art. Pair song quotes with hand-picked animal pals for artwork.
Light up the Night
Pretty paper lanterns line the ceiling in this baby girl’ room adding a hint of color to the otherwise all white room. Once baby gets older, she’ll likely love counting the lanterns as she fades off to sleep.
