tips to decorate your bedroom

Green is a serene choice for the bedroom. Not only is the earthy color tranquil, but it evokes nature, which will inspire quiet contemplation. Paired with white furniture, it makes for a classic cottage style bedroom.

Spice up your bed with a faux fur throw or pillows. It may inspire more than snuggling.

A well placed mirror can make a room feel bigger. But, be careful where you put it Feng shui experts say that a mirror facing the foot of the bed will reflect bad energy back at you.

While it a fun idea to put your bed against a window, it may not be good for your health. Feng shui experts say that windows drain your energy away at night, while a solid wall will protect you and keep you strong.

For a fresh floral look, gravitate toward bold and oversize flowers. Florals work particularly well in neutral rooms where they bring energy and color. Try adding a pair of bold floral throw pillows to your bed or hang a set of fun floral curtains on the windows.

Filling a room with too much stuff will make it feel cluttered and overdone. Look at your furniture and decor, and ask yourself What are you tired of. What do you love. A clutter free bedroom will give you peace of mind.

A unique wide green stripe on the wall continues on to the bed, making the room stretch on. Imagine making this bed in the morning.Still, we love the extra large metallic, flower shaped mirror over the bed.

If you adore your new hardwoods, let them shine. Crisp white walls and simple lanterns give these gorgeous dark wood floors the lead role in this bedroom.

Keep your nightstand decor to a minimum. It should be a functional space, not a display stand. Think lamp, a stack of your favorite books or an e reader, and a clock. Even though the nightstand shown here is gorgeous to look at, there not even space for a glass of water.

There is such a thing as too many pillows. While it fun to fluff up beds with lots of bed and throw pillows, if you dread taking them off to get into bed each night, then you probably have one too many. Edit your bed, just as you do your decor.