This post shows you how to create a cherry themed bedroom
What does the word ‘cherries’ bring to mind? Bright, juicy, sweet…maybe a little sour? There is just something about cherries. They’re vibrant, bold, and so fresh. Now, take that same energy into your bedroom, but in a cozy and inviting way, not at all overpowering. A cherry theme can sound bold, but believe me, it’s super trendy and stylish if done right. It’s all about balancing the bright red tones with calming mellow tones until it turns into the perfect cherry themed bedroom.
So how do you get that perfect cherry bedroom feel? It’s all about the right layers and textures and finding the right accents that pick up the vibe of cherry tones without making the room look too overpowering or bold. Here are 13 creative cherry themed bedroom ideas for a sweet and cozy space.
1. Use Cherry Red for the Walls but Don’t Overdo It
Now, I get it, painting the whole room cherry red may sound a little overboard for many, but hear me out: painting a cherry-red accent wall behind your bed will give your room that instant pop of color without overwhelming the entire room. If you’re feeling bold, go for a deep, rich cherry color; something that’s a little more muted than, say, the bright candy apple red. This gives the room energy, but the dark tones still keep things grounded and cozy.
I personally love the idea of one bold catchy wall, while keeping the rest of the room neutral or soft toned so it doesn’t overpower the room. If you are hesitant about the painting the wall, you can use cherry-colored accessories or art rather than the paint.
2. Introduce Cherry Blossom Accents
If you’re not ready to dive right into bold reds, or if you feel like trying something more subtle, cherry blossoms might be your best friend! Cherry blossoms carry the essence of a cherry theme but in a softer tone.
Consider framing and hanging cherry blossom prints on your bedroom walls or go for bed linens or throw pillows in cherry blossom prints. The soft pinks of the blossoms blend so well with the deeper cherry reds. If you’re feeling a little extra, you can use a cherry blossom theme wallpaper which could be just the thing to create that cute cherry room vibe.
3. Don’t Forget Texture: Mix Soft and Rich Fabrics
One thing most people don’t know is that textiles quickly change the mood in a room. Soft velvets, warm knits, and linen add a layer of depth to your cherry themed bedroom. You can mix different textures for that perfect balance of cozy and elegance.
For example : Place a cherry-red velvet throw over your white duvet and add chunky knit pillows to keep it feeling comfortable and approachable. The trick is being mindful by making sure each texture works with the cherry tones so it doesn’t feel too heavy or harsh.
4. Use Wood Accents
Here’s the thing: Cherry red is bold. It has a lot of energy. To avoid overwhelming your space, you’ll want to introduce some grounding elements, and wood is an excellent choice! Wooden furniture or accents help to balance the rich hues and bring an organic, natural element to your room.
A bed frame in cherry wood or a mid-century modern wooden nightstand can add elegance without contrasting with the boldness of the reds. A walnut colored wood, gives a nice contrast to the red and gives out warmth without it being “too much”. To me, when wood is mixed into a room with bright colors, I find it helps things feel more blended in and cohesive.
5. Balance the Red with Nature’s Green
I really am a big believer in using plants to balance the vibe of a room. Especially when working with bold colors, adding some greenery works great in softening up the room and bringing in a bit of calm. Think a few potted plants with deep green leaves, or a plants hanging in a stylish pot. The contrast of the bold cherry red and green can be striking, fresh, and balanced.
I have a couple of big leafy plants in my bedroom, and it makes my space feel so airy and fresh!
6. Include Soft Lighting to Set the Mood
Lighting is everything when it comes to setting the right tone in your bedroom. With cherry red in mind, you’ll want to use warm, soft lighting to keep your bedroom feeling cozy and comfy. You can use warm light bulbs, soft table lamps, and even red toned string lights wrapped around your headboard or on your wall.
All it takes is a little bit of the right lighting. I personally replaced the harsh white bulbs in my bedroom for some soft yellow lights, and it made my room feel so much more inviting and cozy. The warm tones work so well with the cherry color you’re going for!
7. Play with Patterns
If you’re looking to keep things interesting, don’t be afraid to experiment with patterns. Plaid pattern, stripes, or florals in red and white can complement the cherry vibe without clashing. Mixing different patterns adds a fun and playful touch to the room.
For example, a cherry red flower duvet with plaid pattern pillows would feel cozy and inviting without being overwhelming. It really is all about getting just the right patterns together that will complement each other and not make the room feel like it’s too much. Mix pattern with pattern but keep them in the same color scheme so it feels intentional.
8. Use Gold and Metallic Accents
I’m not saying you need to cover everything in gold, but the metallic accents, especially in gold tones, really work great with cherry colors. A little bit of gold really goes a long way in making your room feel elegant and classy. Imagine adding gold-framed art, a gold mirror above your bed, or even a gold lamp to light up the place…so cute.
Shiny metallics blend well with rich reds. I guarantee you, a little bit of gold in the right place is really going to raise the bar when it comes to the vibe of your room, you just need to find the right balance between the warmth and glam.
9. Layer Rugs for Depth
A rug alone can make the biggest difference in a room. For a cherry inspired room, try layering rugs to create texture and depth. A bold deep cherry red rug can be the focus of your room, and you can add a small soft white rug on top to make a contrast and make it less intense.
I just love how layering rugs make bedrooms feel even cozier, plus you can have fun playing with textures and colors.
10. Go for Cherry-Inspired Art
Art is a great way to express the cherry theme in a subtle, quiet way. Instead of splashing cherry prints all over the place, you can go for more abstract art or pieces that include red tones and soft gradients.
I had this beautiful piece of abstract art that had splashes of cherry red colors with streaks of gold and cream. It was stunning and not so much “in your face” type of art. Pieces like these help you stay in the same color scheme without being too overwhelming.
11. Subtle Cherry Red Fabric
It’s easy to go all out with cherry tones in all the obvious places, like with the bed or walls, but sometimes it’s the little things that count: a tablecloth, curtains, even a bed skirt in cherry red can give it that extra oomph and pop of color into the room. It’s the little things that actually bring it all together.
For example, I had a cherry-red throw blanket on top of my bed and then I hung light and airy cherry-red curtains. Cherry wasn’t the dominant color of my room, but man did it tie it all together in a blended way throughout the room!
12. Retro Cherry Theme
A cherry-themed bedroom can easily take on a vintage or retro vibe if that’s something you like. Think of mid-century modern furniture, vintage cherry-red accessories, or even a pop-art cherry print to give the room a playful retro feel.
I’ve been playing around with this a little bit, and adding just one cherry-red lamp, with some quirky retro accessories, gave the whole space a new life. The great thing about a cherry vibe is that it can easily call on so many different eras and styles whether its modern and sleek or warm and vintage like.
13. Keep It Simple, Yet Thoughtful
The last but maybe the most important tip is not overcomplicating things: a cherry bedroom should feel lively but relaxed and inviting. Don’t stuff your room with bold items, make it simple yet well put together. Each piece should have some purpose and work together to create a cohesive space.
Sometimes, less is more. A cherry-red duvet, a few well placed accessories, and some cherry art are all you need to create the perfect cherry bedroom vibe.
It’s all about finding the right balance to create that perfect cherry themed bedroom: bold without being overpowering, warm without being heavy. Simply layering textures, patterns, adding natural and metallic colors and elements, your bedroom will come alive and remain cozy and relaxing. Whether you choose to add cherry-inspired accents to spice it up or going all out into a full cherry-themed room, these 13 ideas will help guide you toward building that sweet, inviting, cherry dream bedroom.
