Making your bed beautiful

The bed of your dreams has arrived. You love everything about it, it fits into the bedroom space well, but how are you going to dress it? To truly make the most of your bed, you're going to need to go more than the basic bottom sheet and cheap duvet and pillow covers. By spending a little more attention to detail on your bedding, you're investing in a great night's sleep – and that's worth its weight in gold. Starting with the basics, take into account the room the bed is in. Has it got a style already, or is it a blank canvas? If you're fitting it into a room with a distinct style, you need to play to that when choosing fabrics and hues. If you've got a blank canvas – decide whether you want a statement bed, or if you're more suited to a fresh, simple look. The best beds are the ones that really reflect the personality of you. Under-bed storage is something of a lifesaver. However, having plastic corners visible underneath your lovely bed those detract from the total look somewhat. Why not try sheets with bed skirts on to hide the storage solutions away? We also do a range of beds with built-in storage solutions that avoid this problem altogether. Another tip to make your bed look tidy is to tuck the end of your duvet in along the footboard. Whatever colours and fabrics you go for – whether it's bright clashing patterns or delicate pastels – you still want your bed area to be a cosy little hub, it's where you'll be sleeping after all. To achieve this, you want lots of fluffy pillows, a nice squishy duvet and throws layered on top. Introducing pillows of different sizes is a good way of making your bed look stylish no matter what the over-riding theme, and are a playful way of introducing more fabrics into the area. Chances are you'll want rich cottons to lie on, so why not play around with some knitted cushion covers or even silk? It all depends what effect you're after – but know that having a bed to be proud of can only help you get that essential night's sleep. Making your bed beautiful