25 Blue Bedrooms That Showcase The Shade's Unrivaled Calming Powers

From Prussian to Tiffany to cobalt, it’s safe to say designers are mad about blue. The cool hue, renowned for its ability to incite feelings of calmness is a designer go-to for bedrooms. While some revere hushed shades of blue that conjure up visions of sea and sky, others prefer more attention-getting shades—think: royal blue and cerulean—that evoke nautical notes, especially when paired with snippets of bright white. And let’s not forget the moodiest iterations of all: indigo and navy. Both hues pair effortlessly with neutrals like cognac (not to mention, quasi-neutrals like leopard), and have a knack for making even basics like plain white bedding look magnificently richer.

If you’ve been rhapsodizing about a blue bedroom, consider pulling inspiration from traditional blue decor. Ginger jars, for instance, can provide a dramatic jumping-off point for blue bedrooms, as can classic textiles like blue and white toile or ticking stripes. If darker shades of blue better suit your aspirations, consider adopting traditional indigo-dyed fabrics like Japanese shibori cloth or African mudcloth as your muse. Blue’s sereneness also makes it one of the most accessible shades to experiment with pattern-on-pattern decorating. For a maximalist blue bedroom, layer ikats, damask, and block-prints with abandon. Most designers will attest: blue-on-blue pattern is as close as you can get to foolproof.

To get you even more inspired, we’ve rounded up a bevy of beautiful blue bedroom ideas. Click through the slideshow below to discover exactly why when it comes to bedrooms, designers are eternally tangled up in blue.