Animal Print Bedding for Bedroom Design

Whether it’s black and white zebra stripes or tan and brown leopard spots, animal print bedding is the cornerstone of a bedroom's décor. To maximize the effect, the bed should be positioned in a key location that attracts your attention when you enter the room. One way to achieve this effect is by placing the bed on an angle, so it strategically appears to reach out from the corner or wall.
After establishing the focal point with the animal print bedding, select appropriate colors for the walls to create the mood for the room.

Colors
Color is a personal preference and knowing the personality of the user of the room as well as the desired effect is important in making appropriate selections. If you desire a calm, peaceful place to unwind, choose from a palate of neutral colors. If you want to recharge your creativity, select more active colors, such as lime green or deep purple. Contrast provides interest, so do not use the same colors that appear in the animal print bedding. After adding color, the next step is to incorporate different textures to enhance the room’s atmosphere.

Texture
Texture provides another dimension to a room that is subtle yet significant. Keeping this in mind, textures should accent but not overpower the animal print bedding. Consider adding a shag area rug or feather pillows. If the wall colors are neutral, then choose accessories in one or two bright accent colors, like a tangerine orange beaded lampshade or a gold suede chair. If the wall colors are bright, however, accents should complement and not compete — a black leather chair would be more appropriate with velour cushions that match the wall color.