| If you believe that a bedroom should be a personal | | | | Soft candlelight is an easy-to-add accessory that adds |
| haven designed for recharging, reconnecting and | | | | instant romance. Group fragrant candles on a mirrored |
| romance, read on. Just by incorporating a few | | | | tray set on a bedside table or dresser and add more |
| decorative tips, you can have the romantic bedroom | | | | drama with elegant candle wall sconces. They can be |
| haven of your dreams. | | | | used to create a romantic focal point above the bed |
| 1. Color It Romantic | | | | or placed where their sparkle can be reflected in a |
| Red is the color of passion and doses of red, whether | | | | mirror. Fragrant candles add another layer of sensuality |
| on the walls, or in accessories, will heat up the | | | | in pleasing scents like vanilla, musk, honeysuckle or |
| atmosphere. If your room is smaller and would seem | | | | sandalwood. |
| claustrophobic if all walls were painted in deep red, try | | | | 4. Soften the Edges with Elegant Window Treatments |
| deep red on a focal wall and a lighter complementary | | | | Look to your bedding and accessory choices and |
| shade on another wall. Or choose a neutral shade of | | | | choose window treatments that complement those |
| taupe for the walls, and accent with red in the bedding | | | | fabrics. Sheer panels that puddle on the floor create a |
| and bedding accessories. A neutral shade on the walls | | | | soft cloud like atmosphere. For a full looking treatment, |
| gives you the option of creating a room accented by | | | | the width of combined panels should equal two to |
| any color, from passionate red to sophisticated blue or | | | | three times the width of the window. Top off the |
| soothing green. | | | | panels with a decorative rod and scarf valances that |
| 2. Bedding Choices: Make it Luxurious and Inviting | | | | let you create many looks. They can be draped from |
| Choose bedding fabrics and patterns that appeal to | | | | a rod, woven around the rod, layered, arranged in |
| you and your partner. While romantic floral patterns | | | | graceful scallops or displayed in wide or narrow |
| often appeal to women, they can feel too 'frilly' for | | | | swaths to suit your mood. |
| many men, and your most important consideration is to | | | | 5. A Wall Mirror will Create Romantic Appeal |
| choose bedding that is soft, luxurious and inviting. | | | | A wall mirror will make the room feel brighter and |
| Compromise with subtly patterned bedding made from | | | | more spacious and the wide array of styles available |
| sumptuous fabrics like satin, velour and micro suede. | | | | will help you accessorize your chosen style. From |
| Layer textured patterns that pull the ensemble | | | | crystal encrusted frames, to beveled glass, elaborate |
| together with repeated colors and shapes, contrasting | | | | wood carvings or textured stone, you will find a wall |
| accents, and distinctive fabrics in a combination of | | | | mirror that is a perfect complement to your room. |
| pillow shams, comfortable throws and throw pillows. | | | | 6. Consider Soft and Luxurious Throw Rugs for a |
| Add a bed skirt to complete the look and hide any | | | | Romantic Bedroom |
| items stored under the bed. Don't skimp on sheets. | | | | Don't forget to add some luxury under foot when |
| High thread-count sheets make every night as | | | | creating an inviting retreat. Even if the room is |
| luxurious as a get-away in a five-star hotel and are | | | | carpeted, a soft thick area rug will accent the decor, |
| well worth the price. | | | | add color and interest to the room and provide another |
| 3. Set the Mood with Candle Wall Sconces and | | | | layer of wonderful romance. |
| Fragrant Candles | | | | |