21 Cozy Winter Bedroom Decorating Ideas You’ll Want To Try

When the temperature drops and the chilly months set in, it’s time to turn your bedroom into a warm, cozy winter haven. Whether you want to create a festive holiday atmosphere, or just make your space more inviting, try out some of these creative winter bedroom decorating ideas to make the colder months feel special. [Images in this article are AI-generated.]

Layered Blankets: A Cozy Cocoon

Start by layering up your bed with thick blankets, plush throws, and soft quilts in rich tones like forest green, deep red, and icy blue. The textures and colors will make you eager to snuggle up, plus the layers ensure ultimate warmth. Tie in the colors with other elements in the room like the rugs, and artwork.

Flannel Bedding: The Ultimate Comfort

I love the feel of flannel sheets next to my skin on those cold winter night. Opt for winter-patterned sheets and pillowcases covered in snowflakes, plaid, or other cute designs to add seasonal cheer.

Candles and Lanterns: A Warm Glow

You can really set the mood with the soft flickering glow of candles. To play it safe, light some clustered faux candles in varying heights on your nightstand or windowsill to cast a beautiful warm glow and create the perfect rustic, hygge atmosphere.

Twinkling Fairy Lights: Your Personal Winter Wonderland

Feel like you’re sleeping under the stars on a clear winter night by stringing soft fairy lights above your headboard, ceiling or wall. This will give your room a gentle magical twinkle and alluring ambiance.

Holiday Garlands: Bringing Nature Indoors

Add a touch of natural beauty by hanging up garlands of pine, berries, or eucalyptus to infuse that fresh winter scent. Try draping them along your bedframe, or around mirrors to infuse your room with fresh winter greenery.

Seasonal Throw Pillows: Festive Comfort

There are many different types of throw pillows featuring wintery motifs such as snowflakes, reindeer, or cozy winter quotes that you may have trouble choosing. These small touches can make a big impact on the overall feel of your space and bring in your own sense of personality.

Faux Fur Accents: Luxurious Textures

Make your space extra soft and cozy with faux fur pillows and throws. These elements can bring the cozy feeling of a ski lodge to your bedroom and add a touch of romance to any space. Add a plush throw blanket, and some sumptuous pillows, to the mix to instantly inject a sense of warmth and luxury.

Hot Cocoa Station: A Whimsical Touch

For a charming addition to any chilly night, set up your very own hot cocoa bar with mugs and all the fixings. It’s perfect for those snowy winter mornings or cozy nights in bed.

Warm Window Treatments: Insulation with Style

Thick insulated curtains in jewel tones help keep your room warm while adding pops of color. Deep burgundies, forest greens, or navy blues can all work well for a wintery theme. There are also a variety of seasonal curtain themes to choose to get the look you want.

Snowy White Bedding: Clean and Crisp

An all-white crisp bedding scheme feels like you’re nestling into a pile of fresh snow. Create a “fresh snow” look with all-white bedding and layer different textures to add depth and visual interest for a crisp, clean aesthetic that feels both fresh and cozy.

Plaid Accents: Classic Winter Charm

Using plaid fabrics through blankets, pillows, or even an accent chair cover can give your bedroom a classic winter cabin vibe. Opt for traditional striped reds and greens or more modern color combinations, depending on your preferences.

Metallic Accents: Subtle Sparkle

Adding metallic touches brings in the drama and creates a glam like atmosphere you may love. Use metallic finishes, like gold or silver frames, vases, and mirrors for a subtle sparkle that reminds one of ice and snow.

Window Frost Effects: A Wintry View

Frosting your window panes with decorative film can help you feel immersed in a snowy wonderland. This simple inexpensive addition can transform your view and make you feel like you’re in a winter wonderland, even if there’s no snow outside.

Faux Fireplace: Cozy Ambiance

An electric fireplace or faux mantel provides warmth and a charming flickering ambiance at night. You can decorate the mantel with your favorite winter-time decor pieces, like candles, vases, or even holiday stockings.

Fun Winter-Themed Animal Decor

For fun, whimsical touches, decorate with pillows or artwork featuring winter animals like penguins, moose or polar bears. For a more rugged theme go for animals in snowy mountain or forest scenes.

Area Rugs for Warmth: Comfort Underfoot

Place a thick, fluffy area rug just in front of the bed. Choosing a furry faux animal rug, not only is reminiscent of winter, its perfect for stepping out of bed on those really chilly mornings. Choose a rug in a complementary color or pattern to tie all your bedroom decor in one.

Holiday-Inspired Wall Art: Setting the Scene

Decorative prints of winter-oriented views can be placed throughout the room to evoke feeling of being outside with natural without all of the cold. Match the colors in your prints with the rug, bedding and pillowcases for a cohesive design.

Wintry Wall Mural: A Room with a View

Apply a temporary mural of a winter forest or mountain scene to one wall. This dramatic addition can make you feel like you’re waking up in a snow-covered forest or cozy ski chalet every morning.

Ski Chalet Themed Bedroom: Alpine Retreat

Channel a cozy ski lodge interior with a large wooden bed, woven rug, and walls adorned with ski and snowboard decor. This theme brings the excitement of winter sports into your everyday life and helps you get in the mood for hitting the slopes.

Christmas-Themed Bedroom: Festive Cheer

For those who love to go all out, create a Christmas-themed bedroom. Pair a white headboard with various Christmas decorations on the walls for a festive atmosphere that lasts throughout the season. Don’t forget to hang the stockings and a wreath or two. If you’re really adventurous, set up a fully decorated tree in the corner.

Scented Elements: The Fragrance of Winter

Don’t forget to bring in those perfect winter scents through candles, diffusers, or sachets. Some fragrances to consider are pine, cinnamon, vanilla, or wood smoke. Choose the ones that make you happy and help you evoke the essence of the season.

Nature-Inspired Decor: Bringing the Outdoors In

Natural elements like pinecones, branches, or even pine boughs can be used as decor pieces for a wintry, organic feel. These items can be gathered on winter walks or purchased online for a more polished look. 

Fairy Lights In Jars For A Whimsical Feel

We’ve already touched on using strings of fairy lights in your room design. But one method I find really charming for a boho look is to suspend string lights in different sized glass jars to create an alluring glow throughout the room. If you don’t want to go out and buy the glass containers you can use a household item like mason jars to get a similar affect.

When it comes to decorating, above all, make sure your winter bed and bedroom feels warm, comforting, and reflection of your personal tastes. Mix and match cozy textures, rich hues, sparkling accents, and seasonal fragrances for a space perfect for relaxing through the coldest months.