How to Style a King Size Bed With Different Bedding Types

In terms of style, King beds can be just about anything. Contemporary, traditional, coastal, cottage are very popular at the moment. Since it is the bedroom, a hard-and-fast rule is to keep the main bedspread in a neutral, as calming colors will help you fall asleep faster.

Coordinate pillows and throws by size. Start with two King size pillows at the headboard, then two large accent pillows in front of them. Finish off the accent pillows with two or three long lumbar pillows, and fold a coverlet or throw blanket at the base of the bed for a cozy finish. For a classic and calming take on bedding, make sure each set of two exactly matches. (The sets don’t have to match each other — just the pillows within each set.)

You have several options for King headboards and bedframes: mainly, fabric and wood. Wood tends to give a more traditional vibe and isn’t as versatile for styling options. Fabric, on the other hand, commonly comes in a variety of features, such as tufted, nailhead and velvet. Opt for the latter for a cozy master bedroom feel! (While wood isn’t as cozy as fabric, getting down to the details can help get it there. Try distressed wood for a Farmhouse or rustic charm that feels more laidback than clean wood. Also pay attention to silhouettes like curves and arches — the rounder the headboard and bedframe, the cozier the feel!)

Need a super simple way to decorate around your bedding? Bring in a bedroom bench. Benches are designed to add extra seating, storage and style to a King bed, while stretching the appearance of its length. (And here’s a bonus tip: nightstands on either side of the headboard — in matching material, color and style of the headboard. This creates symmetry and adds storage, which is always timeless.) Finish off the styled aesthetic with a large rug under the bed, for a decked-out space from headboard to floor.

Pops of accent color is where style lives. Use throw pillows, flat sheets, lumbar pillows and sleeping pillows to get them. When the comforter is white or neutral, you can’t go wrong with which colors you choose. Try thinking in terms of seasons: summertime blues and greens, winter metallics, fall oranges and spring pinks will keep your bedroom feeling fresh.

The first and most common mistake when styling a King bed is using pillows that aren’t King size. Queen pillows won’t cut it here. For your first row of pillows (the ones you place against your headboard), King is a must, as the King size pillow dimensions are long and wide enough to make the bed look and feel complete. Another common mistake is skipping out on washes. Not-washed linens, duvets and sheets affect the look of your bed — think wilted, dirty and crumpled. Fresh sheets don’t just feel better, they also add to King-size style.

To make a King size bed feel cozy, you need to go out of your comfort zone (ironically). Mix and match textures that you normally wouldn’t pair together: velvets with furs, chenilles with linens and such. The juxtaposition between each will highlight each of their looks and feels, awakening your senses to a world of inviting comfort.