Do you want to spruce up your bedroom and go all in on a cozy maximalist aesthetic? Look no further, I’ve got you covered in this post.
The cozy maximalist aesthetic is perfect for anyone who loves fun colors and wants to be INSPIRED by their surroundings. If you love collecting knick-knacks and believe more IS more, this interior design style is perfect for you. Cozy maximalism suits those who want to have fun with their decor rather than restraining themselves.
Take a look at this STUNNING example below. Maitry Mody from @honeyIdressedthepug created a cozy maximalist, pastel masterpiece of a bedroom.
These 15 whimsical decor ideas will help you create the perfect cute eclectic bedroom just like hers. Whether you follow each step carefully, or just choose a few, these ideas will surely up the WOW factor of your sleeping space.
1. Paint the wall your bed is against a unique color or apply a colorful wallpaper.
The wall your bed is against is the visual focal point of your bedroom. Paint it a bright color, or apply some colorful wallpaper to anchor the room with a visual interesting centerpiece. You can buy easy to apply, renter friendly wallpaper at a variety of places these days, including WallShoppe for example.
This is a great alternative to buying a headboard. You can spruce it up even further by adding floating shelves on top, like in the picture below.
Choosing a patterned design can make the wall look like a work of art in itself. Be sure to add other decor in the room that matches the color of the wall to keep things cohesive.
2. Add a gallery wall full of colorful, eclectic art pieces.
A gallery wall provides the perfect canvas for displaying all of your favorite artworks and images. You can choose disparate images that look totally distinct from each other, or choose images with a matching color scheme or theme. As long as you like each image you’ve included, you should be happy with the resulting mosaic.
You can even place the gallery wall directly above your bed in lieu of a headboard.
3. Add a jewel toned bench or other seating at the foot of your bed.
Seating at the foot of a bed instantly makes a bedroom feel extra luxurious and grown up. Choose a colorful, jewel toned option like jade green, hot pink, or mustard yellow to amp up the maximalism.
Additional seating can also be very practical if you don’t want guests sitting directly on your bed. You can also choose benches with additional storage in them to optimize for functionality.
4. Choose colorful bedding.
The bed is the focal point of any bedroom, so colorful bedding can easily transform a space visually. Even if leave the rest of the room bare, cute bedding alone could make your bedroom feel cozy and special.
Choose some solid colored sheets and pillows to serve as a “base”. Then, layer colorful patterns on top through throw blankets and pillows. I love patterned textiles and quilts that give any space a cozy, eclectic look.
5. Add cool sconces at each side of your bed.
Sconces are not just practical to have at your bedside for reading, they can also add a unique elegance. There’s something about lighting that’s installed directly into the wall that just enhances the coziness and sophistication of a bedroom.
I particularly like this industrial, brass sconce with a hanging wire bulb in the picture below. It looks so simple, yet chic and cozy. I believe the decorator of this bedroom got these specific sconces from Etsy.
6. Add a statement chandelier.
A cool, unique light fixture like a paper lantern with painted Asian characters can complement an eclectic maximalist bedroom perfectly. Check out how cool this one looks in the pastel colored, funky bedroom below.
Experiment with different colors, shapes and materials for light fixtures, and go for unexpected choices. Flea markets and vintage stores can be great places to treasure hunt for unique lighting fixtures.
7. Layer colorful rugs and carpets on top of each other.
Cozy maximalism is all about embracing the unexpected and pushing design boundaries. Layering different patterned rugs can be a great way to do so. The multitude of colors and textures will add depth and dimension to your floors.
I love indie rug retailer Saffron Bloom for discovering the best vintage antique rugs to layer. The artistry and quality of these authentic, ethically sourced vintage rugs is just incomparable. Rugs are great investment pieces that can be passed down from generation to generation. It’s better to invest in a high quality one that will age well (or nothing at all) than a cheaply made alternative that might bring unnecessary toxins into your home.
8. Display knick knacks on trays on top of furniture.
If you’re going for maximalism, any flat surface can be thought of as a blank canvas ready for decoration. I love using pretty trays made from shell, marble, stone or even mirrors to display perfumes, candles, and other trinkets. You can place them on top of dressers, desks, and vanities throughout your bedroom to display your treasured belongings.
9. Mismatch your bedside tables deliberately.
I love the eclectic look of mismatched bedside tables. Nothing screams more is more like choosing different items for things that usually come in matching sets. Don’t be afraid of experimenting with different designs, shapes, colors and textures.
You can tie the look together by using matching sconces on both sides, like in the example picture below. Or, you can keep one element about the tables consistent, like their color, material or shape. This will definitely add a quirky and unique touch to your bedroom.
10. Add colorful floating shelves in interesting shapes.
Floating shelves of various different colors and shapes fit the cozy, eclectic maximalism aesthetic perfectly. Check out how cool they look against colorful painted shapes on their backing wall in the pic below!
You can add these above your desk, your bed, your dresser, or even a freestanding empty wall. Use them to display cool knick knacks you’ve collected like small art pieces, candles, books, or whatever tickles your fancy. Maybe you’ve got a cool collection of toy model cars to show off, anything goes!
11. Use cool hooks and floating shelves to display clothes and accessories.
A core tenet of the eclectic maximalist aesthetic is: if you’ve got it, flaunt it. Bring out some of your favorite clothing items and accessories from your closets and display them on cute hooks.
Displaying your favorite, frequently used items is not just practical and functional, they can also be visually interesting decor objects. They are a great way to infuse your surroundings with your personal style.
I particularly love these color floating shelves and hooks from Urban Outfitters below!
12. Add fun vases and planters shaped like animals or the human figure.
Vases and planters in unexpected forms can add a quirky and eccentric touch to your decor. For example, how cute is this snail flower planter from Urban outfitters below?
I also really like planters shaped like the human figure, or one body part like a hand or head. They turn a rather ordinary object for storing plants into a delightful, artistic statue to be admired.
13. Paint dressers and other furniture in a bright color.
We’re all used to furniture that comes in boring neutral colors. You can add an element of surprise by painting your furniture a bright color, like hot pink, yellow or blue. Check out how cute this hot pink dresser looks with a matching hot pink neon #Twinning sign hanging above.
When using loud colors, try to incorporate various decorative elements of the same shade throughout the room to keep things cohesive. Otherwise, your singular colorful piece might look out of place and clash with the rest of your space.
14. Add a mirror in an unexpected shape.
Mirrors are not just practical, they can add a lot of visual interest if you choose one with a unique, unexpected shape. Check out this curvy, “organically” shaped mirror above the dresser below. It’s not everyday you can check your reflection in an amoeba shaped mirror!
Etsy can be a great place to find mirrors with unique organic shapes. I would also check out flea markets and vintage stores. Those are great places to find unique, affordable mirrors that will complement the eclectic, cozy maximalist vibe you’re going for.
15. Create a cozy nook to read, daydream, and manifest ❤️
No cozy maximalist bedroom is complete without a special cozy nook for all your introspective activity needs.
Decorating these special nooks doesn’t have to be complicated. All you really need is some comfy floor cushions, accent pillows, and plants for decor. You can add special elements like a hanging canopy, blankets, fairy lights, or bookshelves to make the space even cozier.
These places can be perfect for meditating, journalling, reading, and just spending quality time with yourself.
I hope this post gave you enough inspiration for whimsical decor ideas to turn your bedroom into a cozy maximalist haven. Good luck and happy decorating!
