Smart Shopper Bedding

From relaxed linens to plush velvets, the latest looks for your bed are positively dreamy, writes Georgia Madden.

- Georgia Madden

There’s nothing quite like new bedding to refresh the space where you sleep – and you get the added benefit of a better night’s sleep. “Dressing your bed beautifully is the first step to creating a feeling of serenity in your bedroom,” says Gold Coast interior designer Donna Guyler of Donna Guyler Design. “Great-quality bedlinen that’s made from natural, breathable fibers can also help you maintain a comfortable temperature at night, so you wake up feeling more refreshed.”

This season, expect to see the ‘undone’ bed making waves – a trend that anyone who doesn’t love ironing their sheets (so, most of us) can get behind. “2019 is all about the relaxed look,” says Nicole Sullivan, founder of Cultiver. “Rather than crisp bedding and tight hospital corners, expect to see a casual, effortless style coming through.” Smart layering is the key to making this look work, she says. “Layering different tones of the one color adds depth and interest without any harsh contrasts, and you can then carry them through into rugs and window coverings.”