At long last, it’s spring—the season when we slowly emerge from our cocoons of wool and fleece and slip into clothes that match the fresh optimism in the air. (This year, find us in preppy cardigans and pistachio.) This is also a perfect moment to update the tired, neglected bedroom you’ve hibernated in for months—because doesn’t the first room you see every morning deserve its own spring reawakening? The best thing about updating a bedroom: Because it’s a contained space, usually with a central focal point (the bed), even minor adjustments and additions can have a big impact. Plus, because it’s a private space, it’s a low-risk place for playing with ideas you haven’t tried elsewhere in your home, like bold colors and patterns. Here are seven easy bedroom decor ideas to welcome your bedroom into its spring era—just in time, because your new wardrobe rotation is going to need a worthy photo backdrop.
A self-sufficient houseplant
Plants are possibly the easiest way to bring that spring feeling indoors, but greenery does more than infuse your bedroom with a fresh aesthetic—it also enhances the air quality. Not a confident plant mom? Try one with a built-in reservoir that slow-releases water to keep your leafy friend optimally hydrated no matter your schedule or stress level.
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Fresh, fun bedding
One way to look on the bright side all spring long: an irresistibly happy duvet set, which is basically a self-contained, five-minute bedroom makeover. The vibrant graphic pattern by London-based designer Hannah Wilcox magically vibes with many types of decor, from sleek/minimalist to vintage-eclectic. It’s also cheerfully budget-friendly.
A lighting glow-up
As the days get longer, it can be harder to fully unwind by bedtime. Turning off bright bedroom-ceiling lights and flicking on table or floor lamps can help your brain ease into sleepy mode each evening. To curate the coziest pre-sleep glow, choose bulbs on the warmer end of the color spectrum—those rated 2200K to 2700K give off a soft amber to golden light, similar to old-fashioned incandescent bulbs.
Airy curtains
If your curtains don’t billow in the breeze, is it even really spring? Adding some sheer panels can completely transform a bedroom—especially if you install the rods a bit higher than the window molding, to create the illusion of higher ceilings. If you already have heavier opaque or patterned curtains hanging, swapping in something sheer and white is a low-effort way to lighten things up for warmer weather.
A bedside water vessel
One of the first things we see as we start a new day, our bedside tables tend to become less than aesthetic catch-alls for utilitarian clutter (personal electronics, Invisalign cases, tissue boxes, dishes filled with change). Adding a pretty water carafe or bottle with a built-in glass is a perfect first step in reclaiming and styling this space—one that may even encourage healthy morning hydration, too.
A breezier rug
Bedroom rug feeling a little dusty and downtrodden? Now’s the perfect moment to update—and try a washable rug, if you haven’t already. This brand’s unique two-layer design allows even the largest area rugs to fit into most home washing machines, so you can regularly rid it of dust and grime (much better than even the best vacuum can). It also prevents pollen accumulation, so seasonal-allergy sufferers can breathe easier all night long. And, of course, it’s a smart investment if you happen to have an unreliably potty-trained pet who also calls your bedroom home.
A hidden-storage bench
Nestling a storage bench at the foot of your bed isn’t just another easy opportunity to add depth and texture to your room, or a convenient place to perch and pull on your socks—it’s the perfect place to stash away extra items that can create visual clutter, from clothing or shoes to extra throw pillows and blankets. No more tossing decorative pillows on the floor? Now that’s what we call a new-season resolution.