Free-Spirited Boho Bedrooms Go Their Own Way
Embrace your inner vagabond and take a trip with these boho bedrooms
The beauty of bohemian interior style is that it has many faces, each of which reflects the heart, mind and lifestyle of those who embrace it. It’s a style that is difficult to define in words, yet easy to identify by sight.
From boho chic to tropical, new bohemian and boho beach, there are limitless ways to make this style your own. Some embrace colour, others monochrome, as well as contrast, travel treasures and art. While vastly different to each other, the boho style reflected in these bedrooms all have one thing in common: they have huge heart and dare to be different. Here are some boho bedrooms that we seriously love.
From boho chic to tropical, new bohemian and boho beach, there are limitless ways to make this style your own. Some embrace colour, others monochrome, as well as contrast, travel treasures and art. While vastly different to each other, the boho style reflected in these bedrooms all have one thing in common: they have huge heart and dare to be different. Here are some boho bedrooms that we seriously love.
Tropical boho
Who doesn’t want to bring the feel of a tropical holiday into their everyday life? Tropical boho is less about a five-star resort feel and more like a gypsy-inspired bungalow on a deserted beach. Strong prints with graphic lines (such as the palm print cushion) are thrown together with consideration to create an invigorating yet tranquil look. If you’re looking for an excuse to not make your bed every morning, tropical boho hands that to you on a platter.
Pops of colour are offset by the earthy tones of the throw and bamboo furniture, and the placement of fronds next to the bed adds to the room’s tactility.
Who doesn’t want to bring the feel of a tropical holiday into their everyday life? Tropical boho is less about a five-star resort feel and more like a gypsy-inspired bungalow on a deserted beach. Strong prints with graphic lines (such as the palm print cushion) are thrown together with consideration to create an invigorating yet tranquil look. If you’re looking for an excuse to not make your bed every morning, tropical boho hands that to you on a platter.
Pops of colour are offset by the earthy tones of the throw and bamboo furniture, and the placement of fronds next to the bed adds to the room’s tactility.
Soft bohemian
Bohemian style doesn’t have to be in your face. The bedroom pictured makes good use of big-patterned overlapping rugs to rejuvenate worn carpet floors. The focus on white floors and decor makes the sparing use of colour and pattern stand out without looking overbearing. There is a love of the feminine present with a soft bohemian room, an ode to both beauty and comfort.
Tip: Don’t shy away from natural light. Open your blinds, windows and doors to let in as much fresh air and sunshine as possible.
Bohemian style doesn’t have to be in your face. The bedroom pictured makes good use of big-patterned overlapping rugs to rejuvenate worn carpet floors. The focus on white floors and decor makes the sparing use of colour and pattern stand out without looking overbearing. There is a love of the feminine present with a soft bohemian room, an ode to both beauty and comfort.
Tip: Don’t shy away from natural light. Open your blinds, windows and doors to let in as much fresh air and sunshine as possible.
Boho glam
Who said glamour has to be hard won? The introduction of boho touches such as an elephant cushion and ethnic-print throw make an otherwise Art Deco style bedroom surprisingly laid-back. The success of this combination of two seemingly disparate styles is due to thoughtful selection of romantic art and decor in sweet pastel colours. The result is a beautiful, nostalgic haven.
Combining a huge amount of different patterns and textiles isn’t necessary for boho style – just choose one or two pieces that will create a sense of intrigue when paired together.
Get the boho glam look
Who said glamour has to be hard won? The introduction of boho touches such as an elephant cushion and ethnic-print throw make an otherwise Art Deco style bedroom surprisingly laid-back. The success of this combination of two seemingly disparate styles is due to thoughtful selection of romantic art and decor in sweet pastel colours. The result is a beautiful, nostalgic haven.
Combining a huge amount of different patterns and textiles isn’t necessary for boho style – just choose one or two pieces that will create a sense of intrigue when paired together.
Get the boho glam look
New bohemian
New bohemian style favours bright colours, indoor-outdoor living and curation rather than chaos. The watercolour-esque wall in this bedroom feels soothing against the white linens and colourful cushions. There are many boho elements present in the room, but the room has taken on a more modern feel through use of strong focal points and creative composition.
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New bohemian style favours bright colours, indoor-outdoor living and curation rather than chaos. The watercolour-esque wall in this bedroom feels soothing against the white linens and colourful cushions. There are many boho elements present in the room, but the room has taken on a more modern feel through use of strong focal points and creative composition.
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Boho in nature
A strong connection to earth and nature is frequently a large part of the bohemian lifestyle. The leafy view from this bedroom connects the room to its environment, and the fronds beside the bed bring the outside in. The use of layered quilts creates a sense of comfort, like going to stay with your super-cool hippy grandma.
Tip: Don’t shy away from bold hues and rich textiles. Boho style is about the combination of items rather then individual pieces.
A strong connection to earth and nature is frequently a large part of the bohemian lifestyle. The leafy view from this bedroom connects the room to its environment, and the fronds beside the bed bring the outside in. The use of layered quilts creates a sense of comfort, like going to stay with your super-cool hippy grandma.
Tip: Don’t shy away from bold hues and rich textiles. Boho style is about the combination of items rather then individual pieces.
Boho beach
There’s no need for boho to feel overpowering or too adventurous. You can take all the calm beauty of coastal living and add boho elements for a truly tranquil look. A sheer canopy bed with a flower garland makes for your very own boho beach oasis.
Feel free to mix secondhand and recycled pieces with newer ones. Boho beach style takes beautifully crafted yet imperfect pieces and makes them shine.
So your style is: boho beach
There’s no need for boho to feel overpowering or too adventurous. You can take all the calm beauty of coastal living and add boho elements for a truly tranquil look. A sheer canopy bed with a flower garland makes for your very own boho beach oasis.
Feel free to mix secondhand and recycled pieces with newer ones. Boho beach style takes beautifully crafted yet imperfect pieces and makes them shine.
So your style is: boho beach
Neutral boho
The earthy feel of this room is created by the woven rug and textured art print. A seagrass basket or two is an excellent way to display indoor plants, which are the sole pop of vibrant colour in this bedroom.
Tip: Sheer curtains let the sunlight stream in through the windows and add to the lightness of a room.
The earthy feel of this room is created by the woven rug and textured art print. A seagrass basket or two is an excellent way to display indoor plants, which are the sole pop of vibrant colour in this bedroom.
Tip: Sheer curtains let the sunlight stream in through the windows and add to the lightness of a room.
Eclectic boho
You could say that all boho interior style is eclectic, but some draw on inspiration from more sources than others. This bedroom mixes patterns and textiles with wild abandon and embodies the idea that boho style really has no rules whatsoever. The excessive use of largely empty frames is enigmatic and illusive. Mix old with new, bright with soft and tenderness with strength to create this look.
Tip: At the core of boho style is a valuing of individuality over perfection. Express your true self through whatever decor and styling speaks to you.
You could say that all boho interior style is eclectic, but some draw on inspiration from more sources than others. This bedroom mixes patterns and textiles with wild abandon and embodies the idea that boho style really has no rules whatsoever. The excessive use of largely empty frames is enigmatic and illusive. Mix old with new, bright with soft and tenderness with strength to create this look.
Tip: At the core of boho style is a valuing of individuality over perfection. Express your true self through whatever decor and styling speaks to you.
Monochrome boho
The first thing the thought of boho style conjures up is often extravagant use of bright colour. When colour is removed in favour of black and white, what results is a modern and almost-minimalist boho-style adaptation.
The use of black and white prevents this room from feeling cramped despite the large size of the bed in proportion to the room.
10 steps to a bohemian bedroom
The first thing the thought of boho style conjures up is often extravagant use of bright colour. When colour is removed in favour of black and white, what results is a modern and almost-minimalist boho-style adaptation.
The use of black and white prevents this room from feeling cramped despite the large size of the bed in proportion to the room.
10 steps to a bohemian bedroom
Moroccan boho
Bohemian interior style often has a strong Moroccan influence in its use of vibrant colours, rich textiles and geometric patterns.
The kantha bedding textiles in the pictured bedroom bring in a feeling of warmth and adventure, as does the rug, which is reminiscent of Moroccan tile work.
Tip: Boho style allows you to stray from a more traditional Moroccan style, if you want to. Add cushions, fairy lights and fun curtains to your heart’s content.
Bohemian interior style often has a strong Moroccan influence in its use of vibrant colours, rich textiles and geometric patterns.
The kantha bedding textiles in the pictured bedroom bring in a feeling of warmth and adventure, as does the rug, which is reminiscent of Moroccan tile work.
Tip: Boho style allows you to stray from a more traditional Moroccan style, if you want to. Add cushions, fairy lights and fun curtains to your heart’s content.
Bold boho
Setting rainbow pillow covers, a hanging map and an intricate bedhead against a black wall is an unashamedly bold statement. This room full of hard-to-find treasures feels vibrant, moody and evocative all at the same time. It says no to playing by the rules, and yes to living life in whichever way feels right for you.
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Setting rainbow pillow covers, a hanging map and an intricate bedhead against a black wall is an unashamedly bold statement. This room full of hard-to-find treasures feels vibrant, moody and evocative all at the same time. It says no to playing by the rules, and yes to living life in whichever way feels right for you.
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Take the offbeat spirit of boho and mix it with strikingly curated aesthetics and you have boho chic. The reclaimed wood wall in a herringbone pattern acts as a grounding force for the eclectic nature of the rest of the room, while the black and white animal wallpaper adds instant drama. Boho chic looks less ‘thrown together’ than more typical representations of boho style, as it carefully selects elements that are at odds but somehow complement each other.
An indigo-dyed pillow from Japan placed next to a traditional-patterned pillow from Mexico on top of a handmade Brazilian blanket all reflect the homeowners’ love of travel. The resin replica of a Texas longhorn skull adds a nod to the Wild West.
Tip: Show off objects that are meaningful to you, like the vintage cameras pictured. Anything that inspires creativity while looking good is a go.