Choose Light and Neutral Color Palettes for your Bedroom: Soft, earthy tones like sage, clay, and oatmeal visually expand small rooms and create a serene base for decor.
Swap Bulky Bedding for Breathable Layers: Lightweight cotton and linen bedding adds softness and comfort without overwhelming your bed or the space.
Use Vertical Space to Your Advantage: Floating shelves, tall mirrors, and high-hung art draw the eye upward and create the illusion of height.
Keep It Minimal, But Meaningful: Curate a few intentional pieces that reflect your personality, avoiding visual clutter while maintaining charm.
Let Natural Light Be the Star: Use sheer curtains and mirrors to enhance daylight and keep the room feeling bright, open, and airy.
Add Texture, Not Clutter: Introduce depth through layered fabrics and natural materials like crinkled cotton, muslin, and soft rugs.
How to Make Your Small Bedroom Look Aesthetic and Spacious
Small bedrooms come with their own kind of charm: cozy, personal, and easy to make your own. But they can also feel cramped or cluttered without the right layout, color palette, and textures. The good news? With a few mindful swaps and styling choices, you can turn your tiny bedroom space into an airy, aesthetic retreat that feels both calm and open.
At Ever Lasting, we believe even the smallest bedrooms deserve to feel luxurious and lived-in. With cute bedding and intentional layering, your space can feel twice its size while staying grounded in comfort. Whether you’re decorating a studio, guest room, dorm, or shared apartment, this guide will help you maximize every inch, without sacrificing your personal aesthetic.
Let’s break down the elements that make a small bedroom feel both bigger and more beautiful. Here’s your ultimate guide to making your tiny room a major vibe based on trending small bedroom ideas and themes!
1. Choose Light and Neutral Color Palettes for your Bedroom
In small rooms, color works like light! The more it reflects, the bigger and brighter your space will feel. Rich or dark hues can sometimes absorb light and create a cozy cocoon, but if your goal is to visually open up your bedroom, soft and subtle colors are the way to go.
Choose a bedroom palette inspired by nature and minimalism. Start with base tones like:
Oatmeal or soft beige – calming and grounding
Pale grey or stone – adds a soft structure
Ivory or warm white – the ultimate brightening base
Misty blue or sage green – nature-inspired and gentle on the eyes
Dusty rose or shell pink – for a romantic, soft edge
Layer in these tones through your bedding, curtains, and accessories to create depth without crowding. Pro tip: Stick to a two- or three-color rule to maintain harmony and prevent the space from feeling visually busy.
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2. Swap Bulky Bedding for Breathable Layers
Your bed is likely the largest object in your bedroom, which means it sets the tone for the whole space. When styled well, it can feel like an inviting cloud. When too bulky or overdone, it can dominate the room and make it feel even smaller. Opt for lightweight, breathable bedding that adds softness and structure without heaviness. Crinkled cotton sheets are ideal for small bedrooms! They drape beautifully, don’t require ironing, and create a relaxed, layered look.
Use a linen or cotton duvet cover in a neutral color to keep your bed visually light.
Add a muslin throw or gauze blanket folded at the foot for texture and layering without heat.
Limit decorative pillows to 1–3 for balance, choosing varied fabrics like velvet, gauze, or quilted cotton.
These breathable, natural materials not only feel luxurious but also allow your bedroom to stay fresh and uncluttered year-round.
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3. Use Vertical Space to Your Advantage
When floor space is limited, look up! Vertical space is often the most underutilized area in a small bedroom, but it's packed with potential to help you add function and style without crowding surfaces.
Floating shelves above your bedroom headboard or desk can hold books, candles, or framed photos. Keep the arrangement light and asymmetrical for a modern look.
Tall mirrors or wall-mounted mirrors bounce light and make the room feel instantly more open.
Consider a slim bookcase or wall ladder to display favorite objects, rolled throws, or linen bins for tucked-away storage.
Hang art or fabric wall hangings higher than eye level —this draws the eyes upward and gives the illusion of height.
Pro tip: In vertical styling, leave some negative space between wall items so it doesn’t become too crowded. The goal in your bedroom is openness, not clutter.
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4. Keep It Minimal, But Meaningful
In a small bedroom, every piece matters. To make your space feel serene and intentional, curate with care. Focus on fewer, well-chosen pieces that serve a purpose, whether that's visual, functional, or emotional.
Try styling your small bedroom with:
A nightstand tray with just a candle, a single book, and a small bud vase
A favorite photo in a rustic wooden frame
A neutral-toned muslin throw that doubles as a decor item and a cozy wrap
A wall grid or pinboard for visual inspiration that doubles as art
Avoid covering every surface or wall in your bedroom. Instead, give each item room to breathe. This creates a visual rhythm that feels calm and thoughtful, perfect for rest, study, or slow weekend mornings in your bedroom.
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5. Let Natural Light Be the Star
Light is your best friend in small spaces, especially in a small bedroom. Natural light opens up a room, softens shadows, and makes every color feel warmer and more expansive. If you’re working with windows, celebrate them!
Choose sheer or light-filtering curtains in natural cotton or linen. These allow sunlight to pass through your bedroom while still offering privacy.
Avoid blocking windows with bulky furniture. Keep window sills in your bedroom clear and let them act as a decorative surface instead.
Place a mirror across from or next to a window to reflect sunlight and create the illusion of more space.
Use warm-toned lamps or fairy lights to complement natural light when the sun goes down.
The more light you can bounce around the bedroom, the more open and alive your space will feel, especially when it hits the soft textures of your Ever Lasting bedding!
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Summary
A small bedroom doesn’t have to feel limiting. With thoughtful styling, calming colors, breathable textures, and intentional decor, you can create a space that’s both spacious in feel and rich in comfort.
At Ever Lasting, we design our products with softness, simplicity, and longevity in mind, perfect for small spaces that deserve to feel expansive and aesthetic. Whether you’re styling your first apartment or refining your longtime retreat, let your bedroom reflect you: calm, grounded, and beautifully lived-in.
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What size should I get?
In terms of sizing, most college dorms have Twin XL beds. In that case, we recommend going with a small size bed set and flat sheet. If you're looking for a fresh start or not sure where to begin, we recommend checking out our bundles! Each bundle will include a pillow, duvet insert and bedding set! It is also already pre discounted! Say heyyy to savings.
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