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12 Preppy Bedroom Ideas that are Pretty in Pink


12 Preppy Bedroom Ideas that are Pretty in Pink

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Embracing a mix of sophisticated colours, interesting patterns, and refined decor, these inspiring preppy bedroom ideas offer a perfect blend of modern aesthetics with a touch of vintage allure.

My carefully curated selection of preppy aesthetic designs will help to guide you through the process of creating a captivating haven that reflects this unique decor style and elevates your bedroom interior to a whole new level.

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Read on to discover the delightful possibilities that await your preppy bedroom transformation...

Add Pretty Florals into Your Preppy Design

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In this pretty pink and white preppy bedroom, a delightful combination of elements harmoniously come together, creating an inviting space with a touch of whimsy. The focal point is the beautiful pink floral wallpaper, which exudes charm and sets the stage for the room's overall preppy aesthetic.

Positioned gracefully beside the bed, a flamingo pink side table injects a pop of vibrant colour, adding an unexpected yet delightful twist. The design continues to impress with the exquisite white, pink, and green floral patterned matching bed throw and bolster cushion, complemented by pink, white, and green spot and stripe curtains that effortlessly mirror the bed's captivating hues.

This creates a perfectly balanced and cohesive ambience within this preppy room decor.

Wall Prints for Pink Preppy Bedroom

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Chinco 6 PCS Pink Preppy Room Decor Aesthetic Unframed Wall Art Trendy Small Prints Cheetah Butterfly Posters Cute Collage Pictures for Teen Girls Bedroom Dorm, 8 x 10 In

These pink preppy aesthetic-inspired wall prints are the perfect addition to any of these preppy bedroom designs and can be used as either stand-alone prints, or inserted into frames of your choosing.

Mix and Match Patterns & Colours

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The best way to mix and match colours, patterns, and preppy designs into a preppy aesthetic bedroom such as this, is to start with a cohesive colour palette. In the above example, the interior designer has opted for a combination of soft pastels pinks, greens, and whites, to create a serene and elegant backdrop to the space.

You can then introduce patterns, ensuring they complement rather than clash with each other. Choose one dominant pattern, like the pink and white floral headboard, and let it set the tone for the room decor. Next, incorporate smaller patterns, like the beautiful traditional cushions on the bed, in coordinating colours to add visual interest without overwhelming the space.

To maintain balance, use solid colours for larger items, allowing the patterns to shine as accent elements. In this case, the pink of the curtains and the white of the bedding serve this purpose.

Lastly, add touches of whimsy, like the mix of colourful preppy wall decor images above the bedhead to infuse the room with a cute playful vibe.

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Pink Strawberry Preppy Bedding

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Morbuy Single Duvet Cover Set Girls Strawberry Bedding Set 3pcs, Soft Comfy Microfiber Fruit Geometry Reversible Duvet Cover with 2 Pillow Cases (Single-135x200CM, Foundation strawberry)

This super cute preppy bed set is an easy way to add a colourful preppy vibe to any bedroom space. It has the benefit of also being reversible to completely change the look and pattern, should you wish to create an alternative preppy style.

Use Bold Colour Contrasts

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The large white four-poster bed is without doubt the focal point of this room, evoking an opulence and grandeur of years gone by.

Adorning the bed is a pink waffled duvet cover, adding a subtle touch of femininity to the bed space. The period white bedside storage furniture maintains a clean and sophisticated look, ensuring that they blend seamlessly with the bed's aesthetics.

They have then introduced pops of vibrant orange through the Elephant motif ottoman and cushions, infusing the room with an energetic and modern twist.

Finally, a pink throw, orange framed mirror and orange side stand tie into the colour scheme, adding further subtle flashes of colour around the preppy style bedroom space.

Preppy Bedrooms that Delight in Pink & White

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The interior design of this preppy bedroom is very much about bold patterns, with a strong focus on pink. White is the dominant clean and crisp backdrop to this preppy room space, allowing the pink accents in the striped rug, desk chair, window seat cushion, blinds, pillows and table lamps to stand bold and proud against it.

This is a striking preppy bedroom idea that would suit any teen, especially if pink is their favourite colour!

Add Width with Horizontal Stripes

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The preppy design inspiration for this teen bedroom is the perfect example of how bold patterns and contrasting colours can work together, to create an interesting and harmonious preppy room decor.

A beautiful olive green colour has been used to boldly decorate a stripy horizontal pattern, serving as a feature wall behind the bed's headboard. The green is also complimented within the bedspread trim and table lamp for a beautiful matched look.

Finally, different tones of pink have been contrasted neatly with the olive green elements, used in the bed cushions, decorative frame of the silhouette portrait, and patterned curtains.

Incorporate the Ceiling into the Preppy Theme

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Bedroom ceilings are generally left white and plain, as homeowners generally don't know how to decorate them in another way.

In total contrast, this preppy bedroom design shows exactly what can be achieved if you are brave enough to go against the norm.

In the case of the example shown, a pink patterned wallpaper has been used to create an impressive and bold ceiling design that takes this bedroom space to a new level. Balanced out perfectly by the predominantly white decoration and pink area rug on the floor.

Create a Grownup Bedroom with Preppy Touches

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This more grown-up and sophisticated preppy bedroom space uses simple and subtle touches of preppy aesthetic, which are present in the duvet cover, wall decor display, and cool neon lightning bolt sign.

The mass of white decor elsewhere gives the bedroom a cool and airy feel, that is sure to be a hit with anyone that resides there.

Use a Range of Bright Complimentary Colours

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The preppy style is very much about colour and pattern, both of which have been used to great effect within this preppy bedroom design.

The quirky mix of geometric and floral patterns on the cushions and polka dots on the wall all work together to create an eclectic preppy aesthetic.

Preppy Aesthetic Cushion Covers

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Bonhause Preppy Cushion Covers 45 x 45 cm Pink Leopard Howdy Decorative Throw Pillow Covers Soft Velvet Pillowcases for Dorm College Girls Bedroom Preppy Room Decor Set of 4

As shown by my collection of bedrooms with a preppy aesthetic, many use patterns, wording and animal motifs within their cushions and other accessories.

For that reason, I have chosen these beautiful cushion covers as an ideal accompaniment to your preppy bedroom decor.

A Preppy Vibe for Your Cheerleader Teen

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Using touches of cheerleader and US college-related decor, such as the wall-mounted pompoms, with painted diagonal stripes in matching colours, gold font flag, and colourful framed wall art, this preppy aesthetic is a winning combination.

Final Thoughts

Preppy bedroom ideas offer a delightful and charming way to create a space that embodies elegance, playfulness, and colour. By carefully selecting a cohesive or contrasting colour palette and incorporating classic patterns like stripes and florals, you can achieve a preppy design that exudes whimsy and uniqueness.

Remember to balance bold accents with neutral elements, allowing each piece to shine while maintaining a harmonious preppy aesthetic room. Whether it's a pink floral wallpaper, a white four-poster bed, or vibrant orange accents, the key lies in the thoughtful curation of every detail.

Embrace a touch of quirkiness through carefully chosen decorative pieces, like a flamingo pink side table or unique cushions. Let your creativity flow and your personality shine through in this tasteful blend of traditional aesthetics and contemporary flair.

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Author: Matthew Chiappini

Author Bio: Matthew studied art and design at Stamford college, including interior design and colour theory. He still has a great love for art, home decor and interior design and is a keen DIYer, having worked as a carpenter after leaving school. Matthew has been writing home and home decor articles since 2020.

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