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Your bedroom is the perfect place to have fun with your style. It's personal, low-pressure, and easy to switch up no matter your mood. A striped duvet cover set is the simplest way to start injecting personality into your space.
Stripes add instant interest without being overwhelming, making them easy to layer with what you already love. From creating a bed that’s so inviting you’ll never want to leave, to mixing colours, textures, and patterns with total confidence, we’ve got simple styling tips that make styling stripes feel effortless. Get ready to turn your bedroom into the cosiest, most stylish spot in the house, one stripe at a time!
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Striped bedding never goes out of style, and there’s a good reason for that. The right stripes can bring your bedroom to life, adding personality while blending beautifully with your existing scheme. Whether you’re completely redesigning your space or simply updating your bedding, stripes are a timeless way to add style without feeling overpowering.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to choose striped bedding that’s perfect for your bedroom. From picking the ideal stripe width to selecting colours that set the right mood, we’ll help you make this versatile pattern work for you. So, let’s find the perfect stripes for your space together, and discover how to style stripes in your bedroom!
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Yes, it does! Stripe size can influence how your bedroom looks and feels. Medium stripes, like our essential, The Ultimate Stripe duvet cover sets, bring just the right amount of pattern and interest without overpowering your space, making them a versatile choice.
With two stripe widths in one design, you can switch things up to match your mood, the season, or your style. One side features narrow stripes, while the other has bold ones, giving you the freedom to mix things up or create two coordinated looks. Available in four gorgeous colours, this striped bedding is a total must-have for your bedroom!
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Wide stripes, like our Birdie duvet cover sets, make a bold, eye-catching statement. They can work beautifully in larger bedrooms by creating a focal point in the room, or even in smaller spaces, where they create an intentionally cosy, styled look.
Narrow stripes, like our Hebden duvet cover sets, bring subtle texture and detail, perfect for layered, relaxed bedroom looks. Influenced by simple yet beautiful design, it brings subtle sophistication that seamlessly enhances any bedroom.
If you can’t decide on just one stripe size, you’re in luck! Most of our striped bedding sets are reversible, with a different stripe size on the reverse, making quick, effortless room refreshes easier than ever.
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When choosing striped bedding, colour is an important factor. The colours in your striped bedding don’t just add style, they set the mood of your bedroom and influence how the space looks and feels. Neutral striped bedding in shades like white, beige, grey, or soft pastels creates a calm, minimalist look that’s timeless and easy to style. These colour combinations work beautifully in both small and large bedrooms, and pair effortlessly with textured cushions and throws.
If you love bold interiors, bright or contrasting striped bedding is a simple way to add personality and energy. Shades such as warm yellows, playful pinks, romantic reds, and grounding greens create visual impact and instantly turn your bed into the focal point of the room. These striped bedding colours work especially well in playful, eclectic, or maximalist spaces. Pair them with faux fur throws and velvet cushions in complementary or neutral colours to complete the look.
To keep things cohesive, match a colour from your striped bedding to the cushions, throws, or curtains. You can also switch stripe colours seasonally, lighter tones for spring and summer, deeper shades for autumn and winter, for an easy bedroom refresh.
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Mixing stripes might sound tricky, but it’s actually one of the easiest ways to create a stylish, layered bed. When done right, mixing striped bedding adds depth, personality, and that effortlessly put-together look.
Our interiors expert Anna says, “Stripes are the perfect starting point, as they blend so well with almost every print or pattern, whether your style is perfectly matched or you prefer to pattern clash. If you prefer a classic look, pair plain or textured pieces with a tonal or harmonious colour to the stripe. But if you're feeling brave and bolder, then add in items one by one to suit your interior style - whether you love a floral, a leopard print or an abstract design - you'll find stripes work well to blend your design together!”
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Start by varying your stripe width. Pair wide stripes with narrower ones to create contrast without overwhelming your space. Alternatively, use a variety of striped cushions to introduce an unexpected yet stylish pop of personality to your bed.
Using striped bedding in different colours is another easy way to add interest to your room, and our Ultimate Stripe collection is perfect for this! You can mix and match the different shades to create a bed setup that is entirely your own. For a truly moreish bed you won't want to leave, try pairing the Raspberry Smoothie duvet cover with a Green Tea fitted sheet and Custard Cream pillowcases, for comfort served straight to your room.
And yes, you can mix stripes with other patterns. Checks, subtle florals, and geometric prints all work beautifully with stripes when they share a similar colour palette. For more inspiration, check out our blogs on clashing patterns and mixing stripes and checks.
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To elevate your striped bedding, layer it with a chunky knit throw, a faux fur blanket, or a relaxed cotton bedspread. These additions break up the lines while adding warmth and depth to your bed. Complete the look by mixing bed cushions in solid colours, textured velvets, and even a couple of extra striped patterns if you're feeling bold. Stick to a simple colour palette to keep the design cohesive, creating a balance that's both polished and playful.
For an easy refresh, opt for reversible striped bedding. Flip your duvet to mix stripes, switch colours, and instantly change the look of your bed, no extra effort required. With the right layers, striped bedding feels cosy, stylish, and effortlessly put together every day.
When styling striped bedding, a few common mistakes can make your bedroom feel busy, rather than beautifully put together. Too many stripe sizes can overwhelm the space, while mixing too many colours can make the look feel unbalanced.
Forgetting to add texture, like knitted throws or soft cushions, can leave striped bedding feeling a little flat. Matching everything exactly is another styling mishap, instead, mixing patterns, textures, and complementary tones creates depth and visual interest. Keeping these simple tips in mind helps striped bedding feel intentional, cohesive, and effortlessly styled!
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Always wash it with a gentle detergent, as this helps preserve the vibrant colours and prevents fading, ensuring the stripes remain crisp and bright. For an extra tip, wash your bedding inside out, this protects the stripes and keeps them looking fresh. Avoid washing your bedding with abrasive clothing, as it can damage the prints. Plus, our bedding gets even softer with each wash, so following these easy steps will make it feel even more cosy and inviting!
When it comes to drying, skip the high heat. Air drying or using a low heat setting helps prevent shrinkage and keeps your bedding feeling soft and cosy. For the best results and long-lasting stripes, be sure to follow the specific care instructions for your bedding. For more detailed tips, check out our how to wash bedding guide and keep your stripes looking their best, wash after wash.
Anna, our interiors expert, says, “Stripes are a powerful design that has been used for centuries in home interiors and fashion, and for a good reason. Not only do they not date, but they also help blend design changes over time by being a continuous architectural detail. And there are so many stripes to choose from - whether you go bold and bright or timelessly paired back, a stripe is a familiar pattern that we find so easy on the eye - and easy to use in any space, regardless of size, style or budget.”
Whether you’re starting small with striped pillowcases, revamping your bed with a striped duvet cover, or creating a full layering look with throws and cushions, styling stripes is all about mixing, matching, and having fun. So go on, stripe up your life and make your bedroom a space that’s stylish, cosy, and totally you.
We'd love to see how you style your striped bedding, so don’t forget to share with us on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok. We can't wait to see the exciting combinations you come up with. After all, that's what duvet days are made for.
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