How to Style Your Bed With Blankets
Styling your bed with blankets is one of the easiest ways to transform your bedroom into a cozy, inviting space. Beyond their practical purpose of keeping you warm, blankets add layers of texture, pops of color, and visual depth that make your bed look polished and intentional. They can turn a plain bed into a styled centerpiece, making your entire room feel more put together.
The best part? Updating your bed with blankets doesn’t require a full bedroom makeover. With a few simple techniques, you can create a hotel-inspired aesthetic, a relaxed bohemian vibe, or a luxurious layered look that reflects your personal style. In this guide, we’ll cover placement ideas, layering tips, and creative display options to help you style your bed like a pro.
Why Style Your Bed with Blankets?
Blankets are the unsung heroes of bedroom design. They instantly make a bed feel more complete and comfortable while giving you an easy way to add personality to your space. A chunky knit blanket draped across the bed can create a warm, rustic vibe, while a sleek cotton one folded at the foot gives a hotel-inspired finish. Beyond style, blankets serve a functional role too and layering them lets you adjust for the seasons, adding warmth in winter and keeping things light in summer.
Perhaps best of all, decorative blankets are a low-commitment way to refresh your room. Instead of investing in all-new bedding or furniture, simply swapping or restyling your blankets gives your bedroom a brand-new look with minimal effort.
How to Style a Bed with a Decorative Blanket
There are several classic ways to style a decorative blanket on your bed, and each creates a distinct mood. If you prefer a clean and timeless look, fold it neatly and place it at the foot of the bed. This hotel-inspired method adds structure and symmetry while keeping it within easy reach.
For a more relaxed vibe, drape your blanket casually across one corner of the bed and let it fall naturally. The imperfect edges create a soft, inviting atmosphere that feels cozy and lived-in—perfect for textured styles like knits or fringed designs.
If you want your bed to feel extra plush, try layering. Combine multiple blankets or pair a lighter accent blanket with a heavier one in different textures and shades. A soft fleece paired with a woven cotton blanket—or a neutral base topped with a bold accent—creates depth and dimension while adding comfort.
Where to Place a Decorative Blanket on Your Bed
Placement plays a huge role in styling. A neatly folded blanket across the foot of the bed feels structured and traditional, while a diagonal drape across the corner adds asymmetry and visual interest. Some prefer the centered look, folding the blanket lengthwise and laying it across the middle of the bed for a sleek, hotel-like effect. For a modern twist, you can even tuck one end under your duvet and leave the other side hanging loose, creating a chic, effortless finish.
Experimenting with different placements lets you change the overall feel of your bedroom quickly and easily. A single accent blanket, placed differently, can take your bed from crisp and tailored to soft and casual in seconds.
How to Layer a Bed with Blankets
The art of layering is what makes a bed look intentionally styled. Start with your base bedding—sheets and a duvet or comforter as your foundation. Then, add a main blanket that brings both warmth and texture. A cozy option like our blanket collection works perfectly as this middle layer.
Once your main blanket is in place, bring in one or two accent blankets to create contrast. This is where you can play with different textures, such as pairing a smooth cotton blanket with a chunky knit one. Our bundles make layering simple by combining perfectly matched blanket and pillow sets designed for effortless styling. To finish the look, add decorative pillows that tie everything together. Pieces from our Lola Pillow Collection add balance and dimension at the head of the bed to complement the softness of your layered blankets.
How to Display Blankets
Blankets don’t always have to live on the bed to be part of your bedroom décor. They can double as decorative accents when displayed creatively. A blanket ladder leaned against the wall offers a vertical way to show off your collection while keeping them within reach. For a more casual approach, roll or fold your blankets and place them in a woven basket beside the bed. This adds texture and charm while keeping everything organized.
Benches and ottomans at the foot of the bed are also great spots for a neatly folded stack of blankets. And of course, you can always leave one draped loosely across the bed so it’s ready to use whenever you are. Each display method keeps your blankets part of the room’s design, even when they’re not in use.
Lola Styling Essentials
Styling your bed is simple when you have the right pieces, and Lola has made it effortless with curated collections designed to mix beauty and function. Our Blanket Bundles are perfect for anyone who wants ready-made layering combinations without the guesswork. If you want to complete your look, our pillows add balance and texture, complementing the softness of your blankets. And for everyday comfort, our award-winning blankets serve as the perfect foundation which brings warmth, texture, and timeless style to any bed.