Have you ever dreamed about living in a fantasy novel? The art, the magical elements, and even the creatures! Your home is a reflection of your passions and preferences in life. And if you’re into fantasy, you should know that stylish décor only requires a bit of imagination.
It makes no difference if you like the cottage idea, the dragons, or maybe the prince. From whimsical elements to bold concepts and unique decorations, let’s find out together how to give your bedroom a fantasy vibe without spending too much money.
But before digging deeper, make sure you understand the fine line between a fantasy bedroom and an overcrowded kitsch. Simply put, you need to know when to stop.
Fabrics Make the Difference
Your bed is one of the focal points in the bedroom, usually the largest piece of furniture. Therefore, it pays off, giving it a fantasy appearance. There are more options there. For example, you can invest in some blankets or throws with the right theme, whether you’re after certain characters or scenarios.
Pillows should follow the same profile, especially if they go on top of the bed. And to ensure you have the same theme as you go to sleep, there are countless ideas when it comes to bedsheets and pillowcases. Obviously, you should get everything in the same set to make sure they match.
In terms of style and design, make sure these patterns and colors match the rest of the room. Also, you don’t necessarily need certain characters. For instance, a dragon duvet cover could be just as beautiful. At this point, it’s important to understand the difference between a stylish theme and a childish one.
Get Some Fantasy Wall Art
When you think about fantasy wall art, you inevitably think about depictions from your favorite stories, books, or movies. This isn’t always the case, so don’t worry, you won’t have to hang a Harry Potter painting above your bed.
Instead, how about something more stylish and mature? Fantasy maps are ideal from this point of view. An old-school map designed in a fantasy style isn’t just stylish, but you can also ensure it matches the rest of the décor without too much hassle.
Such maps are usually neutral, featuring a yellowish vintage appearance, but this isn’t always the case. However, neutral colors work wonders when mixed into traditional bedrooms.
Other than that, fantasy maps come in all shapes and sizes. You can have one big piece for an empty wall, but you can also create a fancy gallery with matching styles.
Of course, you can find such art in a downloadable form too. Just purchase and print what you’re after, frame it and it’s ready to go on your wall.
Accent Lighting Over One Central Fixture
Your world of fantasy isn’t all about décor. Fantasy becomes history when you turn the light on, and brightness invades the bedroom. Brightness and fantasy just don’t mix very well, simple as that.
While a central hanging fixture does help at times (such as when you need to study or perhaps clean the bedroom), the truth is accent lighting can provide a much better atmosphere.
Such decorations won’t take too long or cost too much. Just invest in a few lamps here and there. Make sure they have a vintage of magical design. Bring in some warm yellow light and forget about the central hanging fixture.
From many points of view, a fantasy bedroom is also about the atmosphere, rather than the actual decorations.
Scented Candles for the Atmosphere
Talking about the atmosphere, small details can make all the difference in the world. Candles may seem basic in obtaining a fantasy décor, but they can and will change the feel. A few candles here and there (make sure they’re in safe places) will add to the ambiance and atmosphere.
Whether you’re watching your favorite movie or you’re playing a game, you can’t go wrong with a bit of darkness and some accent candles.
The actual design isn’t everything, though. Opt for scented candles rather than the plain alternative. Besides, they’ll look just as good in the daytime, especially if they’re decorated based on your favorite fantasy fandom.
Medieval Banners for Decoration
You can find such small decorations in antique shops, as well as vintage shops. You can find them online or at local shops. Your options are quite varied here. However, it might be difficult to find something matching your favorite fantasy movies or characters.
Medieval banners come in different shapes and sizes. But when you use them to decorate a wall, there’s a catch. Refrain yourself from printing banners and framing them. It’s too modern. Instead, opt for fabric banners. They’re usually triangular, and they feature all sorts of themes and colors.
You can get one big banner to hang on an empty wall, but you can also come up with a mix of different small banners. Try to find some symmetry in the design. Even if they’re not connected or don’t mean anything to you, this isn’t always about the message, but about the style and colors.
Darken the Bedroom With Wallpaper
The bedroom is supposed to be a cozy and comfy room. From this point of view, while beautiful in some ultra-modern homes, a simple and minimalist approach doesn’t really scream comfort. It’s elegant and stunning, but not always suitable for a bedroom.
Darkening a bedroom may work better, especially if you’re trying to achieve a fantasy appearance. You don’t necessarily need to repaint the whole room, but just use wallpaper to give it a completely different look.
Sure, wallpaper with too many details will look overwhelming and perhaps difficult for the eye to process. But if you get something simple and stylish, such as a starry sky, it will give your room a completely different appearance.
There are more themes and ideas out there. And if you do want something big and bold, at least make sure it only covers one wall, such as an accent wall, rather than the whole room.
Give Your Bookshelf a Mystical Appearance
If you have a bookshelf, congratulations, it can become an excellent central point in your fantasy decoration process. Ideally, it should be either very simple and dark or just vintage. Even if you only have a few bookshelves here and there, a miniature book nook is ideal.
Such small decorations work everywhere you have books. Even if you don’t have any, you might as well get a full fantasy collection in a nice cover and slip some miniature book nooks here and there. Such inserts go between books and give you the option to check into a miniature world.
The good news is you can find miniature book nooks in pretty much any taste or style.
Wall Stickers for a Minimalist Room
That dark antique look is ideal for a fantasy bedroom, but this isn’t always possible. If you have a modern minimalist house, changing the style to 180 degrees would be quite a job.
Luckily, you can still give your bedroom a fantasy appearance with some wall stickers. Plain white walls? No problem! Get some black stickers here and there, and you’ll have an impressive look.
Dragons are probably ideal here because they scream magic. For an even better effect, opt for 3D wall stickers.
Hang Some Swords
What do you think about when you read a fantasy book? Dragons and swords are probably like most people. A few replica swords hanging on a wall will give it a unique appearance, yet it depends on other decorations in the bedroom, too.
Such swords should be paired with something that matches the style. For example, they’ll work well with an antique bookshelf, but you can also leave them against the wall, in a corner. It’s all about decoration, as well as the style you try to achieve. Safety is also important, you wouldn’t want it to drop easily, so make sure the swords are fixed or hung firmly onto the walls. Make sure the replica swords are blunt. Remember to get the right licenses if they are required in your country.
Turn an Empty Wall Into a Gallery Wall
A gallery wall is easy to achieve at first glance, but failing to plan it properly can lead to a horrible result. If you have a big empty wall without any art at all, you can enhance it with all kinds of fantasy-inspired art. The idea here is to turn it into a statement.
Prints? Good idea. Wall art? Just as good. You can also get some vintage displays, such as an ancient picture, maybe a bat. Do stick to a theme though. If the wall is white, cover it in art with black frames and try to retain the theme.
It’s not all above wall art though, as you can also get some floating shelves all over the wall, only to enhance them with matching decorations.
To Conclude
In the end, turning your bedroom into a magical fantasy space is easier than you think. Personalization plays a crucial role in this transformation and make sure each element you add should reflect your unique taste and the fantasy worlds you cherish. BTW, just to let you know that the images you see here are for illustration purposes only.
