Elegant and Serene White Bedroom Decor Ideas

Not everyone loves color, and that’s okay. If you appreciate clean white decor, then you’ll love these white bedroom ideas. They embrace the lack of color while also creating a space that’s both cozy and comfortable.

You’ll learn how to layer your fabrics to create a plush bed with bedding that looks touchably soft. You’ll also discover how changing the furniture can take your white bedroom from ultra-modern to Scandinavian or even rustic and country chic.

You know you love the all-white look, now get inspired to create the perfect white bedroom in your home.

1. Elegant All-White Inspiration

Having an all-white bedroom can create a clean palette. The white can be crisp and clean, which for some, is a calming place to be. For others, the white can feel stark and cold. How you decorate your bedroom will influence whether your bedroom is cozy or cold.

Start with texture. Choose fabrics and materials that will give the room depth by creating a visually interesting piece. You can have a chandelier that has a shade made of several layers of white paper, feathers, or translucent shells. Choose a tufted headboard or one with elegant cut-outs.

Next, not everything in your bedroom has to be perfectly white. There are a million shades of white paint, so embrace them and find one that’s a softer and warmer hue with undertones of yellow or pink. The color will look white to the naked eye but will also create a softer look to the room. Don’t shy away from neutrals as accent colors in the throw pillows, bedspread, or bedroom decor. These subtle accents add detail and a finishing touch to the room.

White minimalist bedroom with large windows, green plant, stylish rug, and modern decor

Bright bedroom with a white bed, pillows, side table with pink tulips, and a round mirror on the wall

Cozy bedroom with vintage decor, featuring a white bed and a soft gray throw blanket draped over a bench — thecountrycolonial/Instagram

Minimalist bedroom with a single bed dressed in white bedding, a small desk with lamp, and wall decorations — ela_ira_music/Instagram

Cozy bedroom with a wooden bed, white bedding, an armchair, large windows, and white vase decor on nightstands

Minimalist white bedroom with a bed, striped cushion, dried plants in a vase, and a wooden side table with books and a mug

Minimalist bedroom with a pitched white ceiling, featuring a bed with blue pillows and a hanging pendant light

2. Stylish Apartments Solutions

Most apartments come with white walls. You can look at this as a boring blank canvas devoid of style and flair, or you can look at the white walls as the perfect base for your white color scheme. Start with the white walls and neutral carpet and build up from there. Keeping the room white helps to reflect more light, keeping the space feeling bright and fresh.

Look for ways you can add personal touches to the room. Create a modern bedroom by choosing furniture pieces with minimal details. Try to tie the room together by picking up your carpet’s color in other decor items around the room. If you have gray carpets, find accent pillows or bedding with a matching accent. If you have tan or brown carpet, you can pick it up by choosing wood instead of white furniture. You can find a wood bed frame or nightstands.

Bright white bedroom with sleek bedding, wooden furniture, and large windows letting in natural light

Cozy bedroom in bohemian style, with a white bed, woven decor, and a shelf displaying books and plants — eltallerdefiti_/Instagram

3. Boho Inspiration

When you think of a boho bedroom, vibrant colors and bold patterns come to mind. But not all boho needs to be in your face design. Another option is to go the other direction with a distinct lack of color. Keep everything white, but ramp up the fabrics and textures with blankets on your white bed in different weaves.

Another hallmark of boho design is handmade pieces. You can keep this element in your white bedroom by picking pieces made from natural materials in neutral colors. You can create an accent wall above your bed’s headboard. Mount woven baskets and dried palm leaves, or install a large wall hanging.

Cozy bedroom with a white bed, macramé wall decor, lush plants, and a patterned rug bathed in natural light — homewithsisi/Instagram

White bedroom with a canopy bed, wicker accents, leafy plants on wooden floors, and minimalist decor — pause_deco/Instagram

Bright bedroom with blue and white accents, rustic decor, and natural light. Wall art and woven elements add coziness — skovbon/Instagram

Minimalist bedroom with white bedding, wooden headboard, macrame, white potted plants, and framed leaf prints — ideas/Instagram

Cozy white-walled bedroom with a bed, hanging plants, wicker accents, and a wooden swing by the stairs

Cozy beige bedroom with a bed, woven blanket, books on a white wooden bench, and dried flowers in a vase

4. Contemporary Style

If you want to create a contemporary feel to your white bedroom, add some black accents or pops of color to the room. Try to create a room that looks sleek with strong vertical and horizontal lines. Give each piece of furniture plenty of space around it. If you have a bedroom with interesting structural elements, try painting them in different shades of white. It will not only break up the space visually but also draw the eye to those unique elements. By using subtle shades of white, it will create a nearly subliminal effect.

Keep the floor bare with tile or wood. Then place a white rug on top of it. Choose a rug with a tight weave that’s either plain or has a geometric pattern. Style the room with white stone and glass elements. You can create an accent wall of stone or find decor like a pot for a plant. You can use opaque glass as a room divider or privacy screen. Finish the space with a single large plant, such as a Fiddle Leaf tree in the corner.

Cozy bedroom with a patterned bedspread, white bedside tables, green accent pillow, and lamps beside framed photos — hellomommode/Instagram

A cozy bedroom featuring a large white bed, plants, a bench, and a window, with decor including a mirror and wall art — thesistersdwelling/Instagram

Bright white bedroom with a large bed, two nightstands featuring lamps, and a sleek wardrobe — ideas/Instagram

Modern bedroom with a white bed, striped pillows, lush plants, and a geometric chandelier; cozy seating area in front

A cozy bedroom with a large bed, white sheer curtain, intricate wall art, and soft pillows

Luxurious bedroom with a modern white four-poster bed, chandelier, and elegant seating area

White, bright attic bedroom with a sloped ceiling, bed, dressing table, open door to bathroom, and modern decor

5. Embrace Country Chic

To make your room feel country chic, look for white decor and furniture pieces at vintage and antique stores. You can find white bedding that has elegant and delicate stitching or lace edges. If you don’t feel good about sleeping on vintage linens, why not convert them into your window treatment? If you find a beautiful white tablecloth with a stitched design, try and convert it into throw pillow covers.

Look for wood furniture that has carved details. If it’s on legs, that’s best. You can leave the furniture natural wood, or whitewash it. Just be careful with whitewashing; you don’t want to do it too much.

Cozy white bedroom with a daybed, patterned pillow, hanging green vines, and a small lit lamp on the bedside table — blooming.willow.home_/Instagram

Bright bedroom with elegant white bedding, curtains, a small bedside table, and a large window with a view outside — judygilroy/Instagram

A bright bedroom featuring a white upholstered bed, crisp bedding, and sheer curtains on the window — our188home/Instagram

Elegant white bedroom with chandelier, pillows, and ensuite; white dresser with flowers and mirror on the side — the_decozi_home/Instagram

A cozy white bedroom with a pillow-laden bed, white nightstand, and a lamp beside pink and white flowers — thecosycornercottage/Instagram

Cozy nursery with a white crib, airy canopy, giraffe toy, pampas grass, and a round rug on wooden floor — boniainterior/Instagram

A cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed, white wooden bench, and a decorative wall quote in soft, neutral tones — newbuild_newlyweds/Instagram

6. Creating Coziness

Creating a cozy space in an all-white room is all about materials and texture. Go overboard with the bedding and choose an oversized and fluffy comforter. Then pick white flannel sheets that will snuggle around you as you sleep. Finish the bed with large throw pillows in fur, mohair, or woven yarn.

Place a rug on the floor that’s thick and plush so you can sink your toes into it. Not only will it feel amazing to walk on, but it will cut out the chill and any possible echo in the room.

Hang a tight weave curtain on the windows. While the white fabric will allow light through, the tighter weave will help keep the harsh glare out.

Bright bedroom with a crisp white bed, fluffy pillows, gray curtains, and a window letting in natural light — homeatmerlingardens/Instagram

Elegant bedroom with white and beige accents, featuring a plush bed, side tables, and white floral wall art — jenniferbacksteininteriors/Instagram

Cozy bedroom with a white bed, plush pillows, and a plant by the window; shelves display decor and a pendant light hangs overhead — living_lush_life/Instagram

Cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed, white decor, a window, and a floral arrangement on a white chest — neutral_home_inspiration/Instagram

Cozy white bedroom with string lights, plants, and cushions. A candle and small tray rest on the blanket — plantropology_/Instagram

Cozy bedroom with a white canopy bed, beige bedding, and neon sign "je t'aime chérie" on the wall — theoldcoach_house/Instagram

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7. Minimalism at its Finest

Take the less is more approach when creating a minimalist interior design theme. Simplicity is your friend, and your finished product should look uncluttered. The trick is to achieve a beautiful serene space without looking unfinished and bare.

Look for ways you can highlight the unique architecture of the room. Or add furniture with a simple yet functional and versatile design. Look for pieces that are beautiful in their form, without the need for decorative adornments.

White minimalist bedroom with a large bed, plush pillows, wooden headboard, and wardrobe; soft lighting creates a cozy feel

Minimalist bedroom with a white bed, bedside tables, white lamps, and a potted plant on a wooden floor

Minimalist bedroom featuring a crisp white bed, striped pillows, and a wall-mounted reading light — technoxil/Instagram

Minimalist bedroom with a Nectar mattress, crisp white bedding, an Eames chair, nightstand, and abstract wall art — thismodernstyle/Instagram

Minimalist bedroom with a modern white bed, two nightstands, lamps, and a large window with sheer curtains

Modern bedroom with a sleek white bed, lamps, and armchair, featuring a wood accent wall and large windows

Minimalist bedroom with a gray bed, textured white artwork, modern white lamps, and a small table with pink flowers — goriyoon_architecture/Instagram

Minimalist bedroom with a white wooden headboard, cozy bed, gray chair, and plaid blanket in a bright, airy space

Minimalist bedroom with a white bed, beige pillows, white side tables, and matching lamps against a plain wall

Sunlit bedroom with white wooden bed, beige pillows, round mirror, and potted plants on a wooden floor/table

8. Modernize Your Space

For the ultimate in modern style, use black and white together. There are several ways you can go about using these two shades. One simple approach is to create your all-white bedroom and then use black to accent the space. With this design idea, you’ll use black for the hardware, lighting fixtures, or even a sleek black metal bed frame.

You can then add other elements to the room, such as black picture frames or black accented throw pillows. The idea is to add pops of black throughout the room without overwhelming the space.

Modern bedroom with a neatly made white bed, bedside tables with lamps, and a shaggy rug on the floor

White canopy bed with soft lighting and modern furnishings creates a bright, inviting bedroom

Minimalist bedroom with a black four-poster bed, white modern linens, wall-mounted lamps, and a round mirror on the wall

Modern bedroom featuring a large white bed, gray accents, floor lamp, large window, and fluffy white rug

Modern bedroom with a bed, white plaid blanket, gray pillows, pendant lights, and a minimalistic design — tirikumba/Instagram

Minimalist white bedroom with exposed wooden beams, skylights, a neatly made bed with soft linens, and a floor lamp

9. Scandinavian Flair

Thanks to the rise of a certain Swedish retail furniture store, Scandinavian interior decor is tremendously popular. You can create this popular interior design theme in your bedroom by choosing simplistic furniture without intricate designs and bulk.

Balance the minimalism of the furniture with plush and cozy white bedding. You should want to snuggle up under the blankets. Finish the look with modern and funky fixtures. They can be a bit industrial with wire mesh or contemporary and made of metal. Keep the decor to a minimum and choose one or two art pieces to hang on the wall. Stick with the white theme and choose decor in white, black, or grey.

The goal should be to create a space that feels clean and fresh but also has enough warm elements to make the space feel cozy. You can do this by keeping everything simple and embracing the open or empty space that a lack of decor and furniture creates.

Minimalist bedroom featuring a wooden chair, side table, bed, and a potted plant against a pristine white wall — ideas/Instagram

Minimalist bedroom with a cozy bed, round mirror, and natural light; white accents and simple decor create a tranquil vibe

Minimalist bedroom featuring a gray bed, black side table, white wall lamp, decorative branches, and candles on the floor

Minimalist white bedroom with white bedding, a hanging light bulb, and a decorative gold leaf accent on the side table

Modern bedroom with a cushioned bed, white plaid blanket, desk, chair, and plants in a monochromatic color scheme

Cozy bedroom with a white bed, fluffy blankets, pillows, and a round side table under soft white light

10. Incorporating Shiplap Walls

If you want to create a rustic or farmhouse feel in your bedroom, you need a shiplap feature wall. It creates a focal point in the room, gives your bedroom a rustic feel, and adds texture to your all-white color palette. You can paint the shiplap or buy it pre-primed or painted. For a rustic look, you can whitewash wood shiplap to give it that worn and weathered feel.

Another beautiful look you can create is a beach house or nautical feel to your bedroom. Use a crisp white shiplap for all of the walls and bring it up onto the ceiling. Finish the look by using decorative nautical trim on your furniture, wall mirror, or other decor pieces.

While you can hire someone to install a custom-made shiplap, this will get expensive. Instead, buy premade pieces that you then fit together and glue onto your wall.

A cozy bedroom with a white bed, striped pillows, a wooden nightstand, and a framed bear print — copperandoakdesign/Instagram

Cozy bedroom with a metal bed, warm lighting, rustic decor, and white bedding on a wooden floor — diyfrenchfarmhouse/Instagram

Cozy bedroom with a white iron bed, crisp bedding, matching nightstands, and inspirational wall art above — sweet_southern_grace/Instagram

Cozy attic bedroom with a white metal bed, light decor, and chandelier under a sloped ceiling — thecharmingdaffodil/Instagram

Minimalist bedroom featuring a crisp white bed, gray pillows, large window, and framed black-and-white pictures on the wall — ideas/Instagram

Bright bedroom with a white bed, rustic mirrors, pillows, and plants, adorned with a sign and wreath above the white headboard — makinghomematter/Instagram

11. Simplicity and Sophistication

Sometimes people mistake interior design for filling a space with a ton of furniture and decor. This isn’t always the case. You can create a beautiful bedroom design by purposefully choosing to add less.

Leave the walls, furniture, bedding, and decor white. Even the carpet or area rug should be white. The goal is to create an entirely white room. Leave the walls blank or add a minimal amount of decor. If you’re scared of an all-white room being bright and blinding, you can soften it by choosing an off-white color; it’s still white but softer on the eyes.

Minimalist bedroom with a white bedspread, framed photos above the headboard, and a small nightstand with flowers — deco_enchantee/Instagram

A bright, elegant bedroom with a white bed, matching nightstand, and soft lighting from a window — mycountryrenovation/Instagram

Minimalist bedroom with a wooden bed, polka dot bedding, round rug, white walls, and window with blinds and curtains — our1960ssemi/Instagram

Minimalist bedroom with a white bed, patterned bedding, and side tables with lamps and flowers

Minimalist white bedroom featuring a large bed, white linens, a TV, and sheer curtains allowing natural light in

12. Small Space, Big Style

When decorating a small bedroom, you want to be careful not to make the space feel too small and cramped. Choosing the wrong color or furniture can do this. Sticking with white is a simple and easy way to decorate your bedroom and not run this risk. If you aren’t confident in your interior design skills, then an all-white color scheme is a simple way to ensure you end up with a beautiful-looking bedroom.

Start by choosing a low bed frame without a bulky frame. Pick a platform bed and then create a faux headboard on the wall above it. Look for ways you can add a plant or two to your room to create a fresh feeling and add a bit of natural color.

Small white bedroom with a single bed, wooden floor, artwork on the wall, and a simple wooden clothes rack — littlewhitelabel/Instagram

A minimalist white bedroom with a bed, desk, globe, and shelves in light colors and a teal chair accenting the space — renatacafaroarquitetura/Instagram

Minimalist white bedroom with a single bed, decorative pillows, patterned wall, and a tall potted plant — deco__nossoap.pt_/Instagram

FAQs

Is white color good for the bedroom?

Choosing white for your bedroom is a great choice. The color gives a feeling of cleanliness and fresh energy. Done well, it can also be a soft and relaxing color thanks to the minimal details. White also reflects the most light, which helps your bedroom to feel larger and airy.

What do you put in a white bedroom?

Install a statement headboard to give the room a focal point. Mount crown molding along the ceiling to help make the ceiling seem taller. If the white starts to look too intense, you can tone it down by incorporating some soft grey elements. For a Scandinavian feel, incorporate elements with light wood.

What color goes with white in a bedroom?

Neutral colors are perfect for a calming space. Tans, browns, and khaki give the room a warm and earthy feel, while grey creates a modern style. If you’d like something bolder, you can create pops of color using teal, red, blue, pink, orange, yellow, or green.