The bedroom. It could be the most romantic room in a home,
yet it is often among the most overlooked. After all, guests rarely are invited
to see it and most of our time there is spent sleeping.
You do not need to spend a lot of money to transform your
bedroom into an inviting oasis for romance and relaxation. If the room is a
beautiful color, clean and organized with decorative touches, soft lighting and
pleasing scents, you and your loved one will want to spend more time there.
Together.
Here are some
creative, yet inexpensive ideas to get you started:
1.
De-clutter
your space. Remove excess items, hide the laundry baskets and get rid of
the kids’ toys, paperwork and odd pieces of furniture. Keep surfaces clear of
clutter by storing your hair brushes in a lovely hat box. It is hard to get “in
the mood” if you’re surrounded by things that just remind you of how hectic
your life is.
2.
Choose
sensual colors. Paint or choose accent pieces in warm, neutral tones such
as tan, blue or peach. Feeling bold? Don’t be afraid of red. In feng shui, red
means “fire” – either energetic or aggravating. Depending on your relationship,
be careful with this color.
3.
Dim the
lights. Bright, overhead lights are for the workplace. Flip the switch and
use lamps, instead – no more than 60-watt bulbs. Try “soft white” or even pink.
Think about installing dimmers.
4.
Dress
your windows with soft, thick curtains that block out the light.
5.
Accessorize
with style. Think lace, possibly the most romantic fabric of all. Pair your heavy curtains with lacy sheers,
add lace scarves to your dresser and scatter two or three lace-trimmed pillows
on your bed or chair. Not too many; you don’t want your space to seem fussy and
complicated. A vase of silk flowers adds vitality to a room, as well as touch
or romance. Finally, add scented candles, perhaps on mirror tiles or arranged
on a decorative plate.
6.
Add music
and move the TV to another room. Use your iPod or a small CD player to play
songs that set a mood.
When it comes to creating a romantic space, less is more. A
room free of bills and dirty socks with beautiful wall or accent colors and
lovely accessories will invite romance, not repel it.
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