It’s summer! Well, mostly. It is a time of new-ness and we are loving the abundance of green peppered with blossoms and sunshine at present. Now is a wonderful time to create a beautiful bedroom, and at Foxtrot Home we believe the best way to shape a room into a sanctuary is by using all-natural materials such as our French Linen and New Zealand Wool.
We use soothing colours, layers and textures to invoke an inviting mood and so your mind and body can relax and rejuvenate (we do recommend you keep extra layers on the bed for cooler nights, and let’s face it, a bed with layers looks so luxurious).
To start, add your favourite duvet and a pair of pillows as your base. Consider ‘sizing up’ as this gives you a lovely long overhang on the sides.
Fold your linen quilt into thirds and place it halfway down the bed. Layer another pair of pillows on top of the first. We like to stack them lying down, and use a different colour or pattern here. Placing a folded woollen blanket above the quilt helps create that luxurious layered look.
Fold the duvet back over both the blanket and quilt leaving a nice open space at the top of the bed for pillows. We use a pair of Euro pillows behind a single long lumbar cushion here. Don’t be afraid to mix patterns and colours, but we recommend two or three as best. The colour palette is refined, but has depth and interest we love!
Other important considerations are the wall behind the bed, where we recommend you hang art that has a colour connection to your bedding (with or without a bedhead). Don’t you agree that there is nothing more stunning than a vase of fresh flowers? We enjoy using a ceramic vase to add patina and texture on top of a wooden bedside table (our favourites are vintage look).
Add a beautiful ceramic mug or your favourite glass for water. Consider a lightly scented candle for gorgeous light and calming aromas. If you read, try stacking your favourite books for height and to create a lovely vignette. The foot of the bed is also an important spot. A linen ottoman or wooden bench helps ‘ground’ the bed and finishes the look.
These are but a few suggestions for this particular bedroom story. Please do get in touch and we can help you choose colours, patterns and texture for your own bedroom style unique to you. Or, visit Kate at our
Waipukurau showroom to view and feel our extensive Linen and Wool range.
We are open every Saturday until Christmas 10–12 p.m. and by appointment.
Kate & Prue xx
