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Summer Bed Styling: Our Guide to Light Layers

 

Love the cozy bedding look but ready to lighten things up for the warmer months? We’ve got you. Today on #allsortsof, we’re sharing our guide to styling a summer-ready bed — think airy vibes, effortless comfort, and layers you can peel back as the temps climb. Plus, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite bedding essentials and decor picks to make shopping a breeze. Check it out below. x

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1. Find your Foundation

When choosing a rug for your bedroom, opt for a timeless texture, neutral color palette, and understated pattern that will compliment your bedding without overwhelming the space.

Tip: Place your rug 8-10 inches past the head of the bed and let a decent amount run past the foot of the bed for optimal placement.

 

2. Bring in the Furniture

Choose high-quality furniture that brings a sense of ease and balance to your space. Try pairing a darker wood bed frame with a burl wood nightstand. We love how the wood tones and contrasting silhouettes of the Greta Bed and Norton Nightstand play off each other — thoughtfully cohesive, without feeling too matchy-matchy. 

 

3. Choose your Bedding Base

Now that you’ve laid the foundation of your space with a rug and furniture pieces, it’s time to establish the color story with a coverlet. Let this layer guide the rest of your palette — think bright, neutral tones and soft, sun-drenched fabrics. In this room, we opted for a charming block-printed coverlet, paired with other complimentary, lightweight layers for a curated, yet laid-back feel.

 

4. Layer, layer, layer!

We suggest layering the foot of the bed with blankets, duvets, and quilts of various patterns and textures. Stick to 2–3 airy layers, starting with the thinnest on the bottom. Try a patterned quilt in a complementary color to your main bedding, a breathable duvet for volume, topped with a soft linen or cotton throw for a luxurious look without the extra warmth.

 

5. Pick your Pillows

Our favorite part?! Those finishing touches — Add in throw pillows to complete the look. Opt for 2-3 busier pillows that tonally compliment your bedding, and 1-2 smaller, more basic pillows for dimension. Try pairing plaids with muted florals and stripes with block printed patterns.

Vintage Hand Knotted Mahal Rug 9'8" x 13'2"

$26,000

Vintage Mahal Rug 9'8" x 13'3"

$26,000

Norton Nightstand

$3,400

Vintage Folk Art Ceramic Pot XVI

$170

Kelsey Clay Vessel

$94

Remi Brass Catchall

$34

Gretta Bed

$2,300

Linen Sheet Set

$430

Nirvana Bed Cover Set

$280

Raffi Quilt

$300

Brentwood Throw Blanket

$230

Sonam Floral Pillow 21" x 21"

$240

Morely Pillow 16" x 22"

$165

Patricia Vintage Lumbar Pillow 18" x 24"

$400

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