It’s that time of year again! Romance is in the air and everyone’s doing their best to create a magical and memorable Valentine’s Day but it’s important to remember as you finalize your plans for the 14th that no matter how perfect your table reservation or how big your box of chocolates, your bedroom is where the night truly ends and so it’s where your romantic efforts should really shine. With that in mind, here are some surefire ways to design an elegantly romantic bedroom to top off your carefully planned evening.


Mood Lighting

Set the mood with the right lighting.
Set the mood with the right lighting.

Setting the mood for your Valentine’s Day evening is something you’re in charge of for the most part but there are a number of steps which can help you along the way, lighting being the first and foremost. Design your bedroom’s lighting design around a feeling of soft sensuality using design ideas from basic dimmer switches and subtle scented candles to softly filtered accent lights around the bed or walls. Many of these lighting design remodels and upgrades are actually quite simple to perform on your own, particularly when you’re choosing simple touches like soft light lampshades, candles, or even dimmer switch installations, meaning that you can save money while also doing a ton for creating a seductive, romantic feel for your bedroom.


Elegant Simplicity

Keep your bedroom clean and clutter-free.
Keep your bedroom clean and clutter-free.

There are a number of different interior design styles which can be enhanced in little ways to make a huge difference in the look and feel of your bedroom this Valentine’s Day but the one surefire way to make all those different styles more cozy and romantic is to focus on simplicity and de-clutter the room as a whole. By simply organizing your nightstand and closet and removing distractions like the TV you can refocus your bedroom from functional to relaxing, giving a whole new feel to the space! This tip is actually very helpful to remember all throughout the year since having a relaxing, calming bedroom provides a much-needed sanctuary from the stresses of your routine outside of bed.


Appeal to the Senses

Soft textures, luscious scents, and the right lighting can turn your room into a romantic paradise.
Soft textures, luscious scents, and the right lighting can turn your room into a romantic paradise.

You can influence the way people respond to a space quite a bit by considering how the space is experienced by the senses. If you’re trying to achieve a seductive, sensual feel in your bedroom try exploring warm, soft color palettes with minimal, but striking accent colors, soft, inviting textures including everything from the sheet set to the curtains, gentle, ambient background music, or delicate, un-insistent scented candles. All of these small changes will do wonders to create a more inviting and relaxing bedroom this Valentine’s Day and when paired with all your other plans for the evening can help to make this year’s most romantic holiday your most memorable yet!

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