Bedroom experts predict the top bedroom trends for 2023
After analysing growing Pinterest trends and TikTok hashtags as well as collaborating with various interior designers, MattressNextDay have uncovered the top four-bedroom trends favoured to be big in the new year.
Not only that but they’ve also revealed how you can recreate the trend on a budget before enlisting the expertise of MattresNextDay’s resident sleep expert, Martin Seeley to share how to make each theme as sleep-friendly as possible.
- Downtown girl
What’s the trend? The downtown girl interior trend is inspired by the apartments in Downtown New York and what they look like in Autumn/Winter. It’s all about creating a space that’s both functional and stylish while incorporating materials like concrete and wood that are both modern and timeless at the same time. Think of pre-loved vintage furniture, moody colours, and personality-driven accessories, such as record players, guitars, and books.
How to create the trend at home: Suzanne Roynon is an International Interiors Therapy expert and Feng Shui consultant. “These calm, stable, earthy tones will provide a degree of stability, reassurance, and a sense of belonging. Avoid becoming too earth-bound with excellent lighting”. As Suzanne recommends, incorporating dim lighting and more rustic materials will warm up the space.
How can this trend impact your sleep? Martin Seeley, the CEO and sleep expert at MattressNextDay said, “From the guitars to the pre-loved furniture, this trend focuses heavily on nostalgia. However, what you may not know is that nostalgia has been proven to be an effective sleep aid, which means those with the Downtown Girl aesthetic are more likely to get a good night’s rest every night. This is because studies have shown that memories that evoke a positive emotional response help people fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer than those that don’t.”
- Cyberpunk
What’s the trend? The cyberpunk bedroom trend is all about creating an edgy space that evokes a futuristic feel while still being functional and cosy. It’s not just about decorating with cool gadgets and tech accessories — it’s also about making your bedroom a place to unwind after a long day.
How to create the trend at home: Martin said, “The colour palette for this trend is dark and moody, but also bright and colourful at times. Most of the time, it’s dominated by blacks, blues, greys and purples.
“To make your room feel more futuristic, use materials like metal and glass. If you want to give it an industrial feeling, then using wood works well too because it gives off warmth while still keeping things modern at the same time.”
How can this trend impact your sleep? Martin said, “As the night goes on, you should slowly start to dim your lights and turn your electronics off so that you aren’t exposed to the blue light emitted from your devices for the final two hours up until bedtime. This is because it can impact your internal body clock, known as your circadian rhythm, which signals to your brain when to be alert and when to rest. It’s, therefore, important to have that break between downtime and bedtime so that your brain knows when it’s time to go to sleep at the appropriate time.”
- Cool Nature
What’s the trend? The calming tones bedroom trend is a decorating style that uses soft colours and natural materials to create a soothing environment. This trend is especially useful for those with insomnia, as it can help you fall asleep faster and get better sleep overall. The use of natural materials in a calming bedroom also has the added benefit of being good for your health.
How to create the trend at home: Martin said, “The best way to create the Cool Nature trend is by using organic fabrics. This includes things like bamboo cotton sheets, organic cotton duvet covers and even wool blankets. These types of materials will give your bedroom a more relaxed feel, which is exactly what this type of design wants to achieve.
“You should also use earthy colours so that everything matches and looks cohesive together. You can choose from warm browns or yellows, or even greys if you prefer something cooler looking. Just make sure that all the pieces fit together well and don’t clash with each other too much! Finally, wood accents such as wooden furniture pieces work well with this kind of design because they add warmth and texture without being too overpowering.”
How can this trend impact your sleep? Martin said, “The calming tones bedroom trend can be used in any room in your house, but it’s especially beneficial in bedrooms. When we’re sleeping, our bodies go through a series of changes that help us relax and fall asleep faster. Many people find that their mind races when they’re trying to fall asleep — this can make it difficult to relax enough to sleep comfortably. Therefore, soft colours and natural materials help reduce stress levels and relax your mind so that it’s easier to drift off into slumberland.
“In addition, keeping your space minimalist and free of ‘clutter’ can improve your sleep quality. A study discovered that a tidy, clean room can actually result in fewer sleep-related problems, which could be another reason to embrace this trend.”
- Dark Romance
What’s the trend? The dark romance bedroom trend is all about creating an intimate space that evokes a sense of mystery and intrigue. It’s about creating a space where you can escape from reality and enjoy the company of your partner or loved one. Essentially, the trend focuses on making everything feel soft, warm and sensual.
How to create the trend at home: Suzanne said you should exercise caution when looking at this trend. “In Feng Shui, these very dark colours enhance water energy and with this can come emotional mood swings. This is a stunning space for a couple of romantic nights in a hotel, but when used long-term in a home, you may experience tears, tantrums and overwhelm which put pressure on the occupants. Although it’s great to go to sleep in a very dark room, waking up to it may feel oppressive, so use these deep colours with caution.”
How can this trend impact your sleep? Martin said, “People who sleep in rooms with softer lighting tend to fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer than those who don’t have access to soft lighting. And people who sleep in rooms with darker colours tend to fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer than those who don’t have access to darker colours. The reason behind these findings? Darker colours promote relaxation, which leads to better sleeping patterns overall.”
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