Inspiring bedroom ideas for women

Creating a space that’s perfect for you and your needs is a must when it comes to planning your next bedroom design. If you’re an independent woman that wants to put together a bedroom scheme that reflects your style and personality then keep reading. We’ve got some inspiring bedroom ideas for women of every style and taste.

Here, we’ll share everything from women’s bedroom ideas for small rooms to modern bedroom ideas for young women. Read on to be inspired.

Small bedroom ideas for women

1. Bookshelf headboard

Struggling for space in a small bedroom? Incorporate lots of storage into your design by building a shelving unit that doubles up as a headboard.

This is not only a fantastic use of space but looks very effective, too. If you don’t feel comfortable tackling something like this yourself then get in touch with a local carpenter who can help you.

2. Bold wall mural

Just because your bedroom may be small, that doesn’t mean it can’t make an impact. A wall mural is a great choice for smaller bedrooms as the oversized print will naturally make the bedroom look bigger than it is.

This peacock design pictured above is a contemporary option that brings colour and life to any bedroom space.

3. Wood panelling

Bring texture into your bedroom by adding wall panelling. Keeping wood panelling as its natural finish creates a modern Scandi vibe. Or, you can always paint MDF panelling for more of a cohesive feel.

Choose a bright paint colour that will still allow lots of light into the space.

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4. Statement pendant lights

Don’t neglect your bedroom’s lighting design! Install a hanging pendant light on either side of your bed to frame the space perfectly.

You don’t have to spend a fortune on lights for them to look elegant and sophisticated. Talk to a local electrician to see if these can be easily fixed.

5. A neutral cosy scheme

For a calming and relaxing feel, keep things neutral. Ideal for small spaces, a light and bright scheme never fails.

Add pops of colour with real or artificial plants and introduce texture through your choice of soft furnishings.

6. Greyscale

Still looking for small bedroom decorating ideas for women? Don’t conform to stereotypes and instead adopt a more masculine colour scheme if this is more your thing.

A grey bedroom can feel quite dull and flat so liven things up a bit by layering different textures and patterns, or even incorporating some silver touches.

7. Compact dressing area

Even if your bedroom is small, it doesn’t mean you can’t include a dressing area in your design. A great space-saving idea is to use a console table as a dressing table. They have a slimline design that works well for compact spaces.

Hang a mirror above it on the wall and pair it with a stool that can be tucked neatly underneath.

8. Bespoke storage

Sometimes when working with smaller rooms, the best way to maximise your space is to go bespoke. If you’re willing to invest in your bedroom then getting a built-in wardrobe or storage unit is a fabulous idea.

Be inspired by the bedroom pictured above and include a working-from-home space in your bespoke storage design.

9. Use room dividers

Your bedroom may be part of your living space or other areas of your home. If so, room dividers are a great option to zone off the area.

Use a Crittall-style screen for a stylish option or if you’d like a little more privacy, a solid wooden design may be more appropriate.

Women’s bedroom paint ideas

1. Dark green

Create a moody bedroom scheme by choosing a darker paint colour. Dark green is a popular shade right now and we totally understand why.

It still brings a pop of colour to a space without being too ‘in your face’. Pair dark green with white or beige to brighten it up a bit.

2. Gradient effect

Feeling creative and brave? Try out a gradient paint effect to create a feature wall.

The basics to achieving this is to choose two shades of a particular colour that you love. Paint the top half of your wall in one shade then the bottom half in the other shade. When it comes to mixing them in the middle, use soft brush strokes to merge the two.

3. Fresh white scheme

If all else fails, an all-white scheme is a solid choice. When you don’t have much natural light available, this will keep your bedroom feeling bright without the need of extra lighting.

Fresh white linen will bring a sense of luxury to your bedroom, too.

4. Chalkboard paint

Searching for cute women’s bedroom ideas? Turn your bedroom into an inspirational space by painting one wall in chalkboard paint. This will allow your imagination to run wild and you can draw a new mural or quote each day to make you feel uplifted.

5. Go dark and dramatic

Who says bedrooms have to feel light and airy? If dark and dramatic is more your thing, you may want to opt for painting your bedroom either black or dark navy.

Pairing a dark scheme with rattan furniture makes it bang on trend and softens it slightly.

6. Art Deco-inspired

If you’re looking for vintage bedroom ideas for women, then this Art Deco-inspired paint scheme will be right up your street.

Light pink and dark green is a striking colour combination that is reminiscent of eras gone by. Pair with gold accessories and scalloped furniture for a truly vintage feel.

Cool bedroom ideas for women

1. Indoor jungle

Create your own indoor jungle in your bedroom with lots of different plant species. These don’t have to be real, they can be artificial if you’re known to be not the best plant parent.

Display smaller plats on a bookshelf and keep larger ones on the floor to mix up the height of your indoor garden and create variation. A living wall can be a fun touch too!

2. Industrial effect

Industrial-style spaces aren’t to everyone’s taste. However, if you like this look, consider adding a limewash effect wallpaper to the wall in a grey colourway.

Opt for silver hardware to keep things feeling cool and contemporary.

3. Wall of mirrors

Hanging a selection of mirrors is a great alternative to a traditional gallery wall. We love the idea of hunting down different designs from your local antique or charity shop and curating an eclectic mix.

Don’t be put off by mixed metals, the more variety the better!

4. Contemporary look

Key elements of a contemporary bedroom scheme include lots of natural light, slimline furniture that is practical and stylish as well as lots of personality through your choice of accessories.

An upcycled ladder is great for storing throws and garments. Add an accent chair to the corner of the room for a cosy reading nook.

5. Curate a gallery wall

If you’ve been building up a collection of some of your favourite pictures and photos over the years then it may be the perfect time to create your own gallery wall.

Print your photos in black and white and display them in black frames for a cohesive look that doesn’t look too mismatched.

6. Coastal blue

Love everything coastal? Then a nautical-inspired bedroom may be the perfect design for you. Pay homage to the sea and paint your walls an uplifting light blue tone, paired with other shades of blue.

Incorporate natural materials such as rattan and jute to complement the look.

Ready to turn your bedroom ideas into a reality? Get started by finding a trusted painter and decorator to help.