It's All in the Details With These Bathroom Decor Ideas
8 secrets to creating a spa-like bathroom.
Bathrooms are a place for rest and relaxation, so newly decorating yours can be exciting. While bathrooms serve many practical purposes in our homes, they become next-level retreats after with a few small updates. Whether you need a simple update to make your bathroom feel more like a spa or you're looking to spruce things up, we're here to inspire you. Keep reading for our top eight tips to decorating a bathroom.
1. Choose a Unique & Practical Mirror
One of the easiest upgrades you can make when decorating a bathroom is to switch out the vanity mirror. A good mirror is a necessity, but a great mirror will make your morning and evening routines more relaxing and simplified. If your idea of the perfect night is a long, hot shower or a soak in the bathtub, a fog-free mirror is an excellent option for your shower or vanity.
If you love doing makeup or have a lengthy skin care routine, consider adding a magnifying mirror to your large everyday mirror. Magnifying mirrors rotate to make applying products a breeze, and some mirrors even offer LED lighting. LED lights give you the most convenient coverage by highlighting the entirety of the mirror's outer edges.
If you have time for a small project, it may be a good idea to invest in your shower. A couple of new fixtures can really take your shower to the next level of luxury. Upgrade your shower system to give yourself the indulgent shower you deserve. If you want to simplify your routine, you might enjoy a built-in hand shower. A shower with body jets is perfect for releasing tension and relaxing muscles. A shower system that lets you adjust the spray patterns is the ultimate mark of luxury and will help you to really de-stress after a busy day. With multiple spray patterns, you can have it all – from a soothing evening shower to an efficient morning rinse.
Decorating your bathroom can be a great time to branch out with the light fixtures. More lighting is the key to making your bathroom feel bigger and brighter. Supplement overhead and vanity lighting with decorative and task lighting as well. Task lighting is great for brightening up your vanity; you'll be able to apply makeup and skin care with ease. We also love the balanced look of two wall sconces placed on either side of the mirror. If the vanity has two side-by-side mirrors, consider placing a sconce on either side of both mirrors to maximize and brighten the space.
If a soothing bath is at the top of your to-do list, make bathtime all the more luxurious with dimmable decorative lighting. A statement chandelier or chic pendant light placed over the bathtub gives off a lavish, old Hollywood aesthetic. Check to ensure the chandelier or pendant can hang in a wet location. For the most relaxing bath, choose a light fixture with dimmable bulbs.
Giving yourself plenty of surface space and storage is crucial when decorating a bathroom. In order for the bathroom to feel spa-like and comfortable, it should be uncluttered and functional. If many family members will be using the bathroom, consider using robe hooks for towels. Towel bars are great but can only dry one towel at a time. Individual robe hooks are perfect for hanging and drying several towels at once. You can even use a blanket ladder as a towel rack, as seen in the bathroom pictured above.
For a bit of extra surface space, consider placing an accent stool beside the bathtub. Accent stools are perfect for setting down extra towels, a basket of bath products or simply a glass of wine. Take it one step further and place a bath caddy atop the tub. You'll have all the bath time necessities you need like bath salts, essential oils and a good book quite literally within arm's reach.
Want to really make your bathroom feel spa-like? Give yourself someplace to sit by placing a pouffe, lounge chair or vanity chair in the bathroom. A comfortable chair will make the bathroom feel luxe, and it adds a touch of chic functionality. You'll have a spot to sit and put on slippers, touch up a pedicure or wait for the bathtub to fill. Choose a quick-drying material like wool, polyester or nylon.
While you're decorating a bathroom, make it feel like your own by surrounding yourself with the little design details that you love. Having fine art in the bathroom will make it feel like a retreat, whether you gravitate toward wall paintings or marble busts. If you need to save space on the walls, consider putting up wallpaper instead. Wallpaper is such an easy design detail that can make a big statement. We are fans of wallpaper with metallic details, because the shimmer adds depth and interest with the extra lighting in a bathroom – just make sure to choose a wallpaper that is moisture-resistant.
Set the intention to wind down in the evenings by decorating your bathroom with indulgent extras. One of the best ways to fully relax is to light candles or use an oil diffuser with rejuvenating scents. We enjoy jasmine, lavender and sandalwood for evening and peppermint, eucalyptus and rosemary for morning. An oil diffuser is our preferred choice for chilly winters; the mist will help keep skin supple even when the dry heat is working hard.
Keep these little extras tidy by using jars and trays for organisation. Glass jars are perfect for keeping cotton pads and swabs neat. And an accessory tray is optimal for organising your makeup and skincare products – it also makes cleaning up easy because you can lift everything at once to wipe down surfaces. Take it one step further by using a coordinated hand soap and lotion dispenser set. Look for dispensers made from shell or stone to re-create the feeling of staying in an oceanside resort. You'll feel as though your bathroom is your own staycation.
8. Top It Off With Lush Fabrics
With all of the marble, wood and brass details in a bathroom, create balance with plush, soft finishing touches. Choose Egyptian or Turkish towels; they will have a higher thread count than traditional cotton towels. To make your bathroom feel like a spa, invest in multiple towel sizes: bath towels, hand towels, and oversized towels. Either fold towels in neat piles or roll them up and store them underneath the vanity. Keep the coziness going with a high-pile bath rug. This is a great little luxury, whether or not you have heated bathroom floors.
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