We believe home design should be stylish and distinctive. From the chic edge of a modern silhouette to the stately elegance of wingback design, headboards help you anchor your bedroom decor with a tone-setting centerpiece. At Lulu and Georgia, our thoughtfully curated collection has traditional and modern headboards perfect for your home, offering effortless comfort and lasting style.
Looking for a total bedroom refresh? The quickest way to create impact in your room is by starting with the headboard. A bed is the focal point of any bedroom. Beyond setting the style and augmenting the space, a good headboard should offer support and durability for everyday comfort. A fabric headboard can provide a comfortable backrest if you like sitting in bed to read or enjoy your morning cup. A wood headboards can tie into a shelving scheme to provide bedside storage and decor. No matter the look or material, the best headboard is the one that works best for your aesthetic and daily rituals.
Not sure what style or design best fits your space when shopping for headboards? Don't worry; we have got you covered. Check out the tips below for ideas and inspiration as you choose the best piece to buy for your space.
Start with the Bed
Few purchases are more exciting than a new bed. It’s the style centerpiece that bookends your day and keeps you in comfort through the night. It’s the anchor of the room, just as a sectional or dining table is—but unlike a sectional or dining table, a bed is an indulgence in luxury just for you. Sometimes an entirely new bed isn’t necessary though. Often, what we’re looking for is a new look or feel or statement for the room—that comes down to the headboard. In many cases, a headboard can be attached to your current bed frame, offering a total transformation on the same foundation.
First Elements: Shopping Headboards by Material
Our bedrooms are our retreats—a place to escape and refresh—and the headboard you choose is the defining feature of the room. Along with your dresser or vanity, your bed has a significant impact on the look and feel of the space, so choosing a headboard that speaks to your aesthetic is a must. Here are some options and tips to keep in mind as you shop.
Upholstered Headboards
Whether soft linen or a cozy boucle, fabric is a natural fit for a comfortable and inviting bedroom. Plus, upholstery lets you dress the bed to your look. Crisp, clean-lined styles make a great modern headboard to set off a soft and stylish bedroom aesthetic. If you're looking for something more transitional, wingback silhouettes and patterned headboards inspire a stately elegance—our Admina Headboard is a timeless classic with its nailhead trim and diamond-tufting.
When it comes to mixing materials in your bedroom design, it is hard to beat the combination of a soft fabric headboard with a wood or marble bedside table. With styles like our exclusive Clementine Headboard, you can purchase the look as a bed or a standalone wavy headboard fitted with the fabric of your choice—go for a peppercorn stripe colorway for a modern take on a patterned headboard. You can shop more of our bespoke headboards and bed frames for a tailored bedroom look.
Velvet Headboards
Yes, velvet headboards are a type of fabric headboard, but we think they deserve their own spotlight. Velvet is a beautiful material that brings a sumptuous elegance to any room—but it is an absolute stunner in the bedroom. Something about the smooth finish and gentle sheen invites instant luxury and comfort. We love velvet upholstery for highlighting the dramatic curves of a modern design like our Kadence Headboard. Opting for velvet on a quilted headboard can offer an unexpected play of texture and sheen that can really pop in the room. No matter the look, velvet sets an elevated bedroom feel.
Do you share your bed with a four-legged friend? Velvet's low and tight weave is durable, easy to brush pet hair off of, and less prone to snagging, making it an ideal fabric option for a home with pets.
Leather Headboards
For a unique upholstered headboard, consider leather. Leather can seem like a bold choice for such a dominant element in the room, but like a leather sofa, a leather headboard can offer a versatile statement piece to dress up vintage and rustic looks or add an edge to a more transitional edit. Plus, leather is a durable, natural material that offers lasting quality with a timeless feel.
Wood Headboards
Natural grain texture is always in style. Wood headboards can offer warmth and elegance to any look, from the mid-century inspired to the grounded and timeless. Whether looking for Scandi-freshness with a light wood frame or the polished opulence of a burl wood design, wood headboards are a versatile style fit. A pared-down design piled high with natural fiber bedding is perfect for letting an organic space breathe.
Taking Shape: Styling Headboards By Silhouette
Your bed is the room's focal point, and the headboard is its defining feature. With that in mind, you want to consider the entire space when you shop for headboards—looking at the shape and how the silhouette works in your room. First, you want to consider scale—a large headboard with tall ceilings can augment the space, while a more pared-down frame can help make a small-space design or guest room feel more balanced.
Squared lines and wingbacks are perennial favorites for traditional interiors—and deservedly so—but softer lines can help bring a more gentle impact to a space designed for serenity. Wavy headboards can strike statement appeal, while rounded headboards offer the same grounding touch with a more understated effect. Something like our Odele Headboard brings a clean elegance to a rounded headboard design with a welted border that augments its arched shape.
You can also use accents thoughtfully to draw attention to the headboard. Hang a piece of wall art over it to draw the eye—if the headboard is a design statement in and of itself, mount a picture light or downlight sconce to set it off. Or style a lamp that creates a textural play with contrast. Check out our bedroom lighting styles to find the perfect elements for your room.
Lulu and Georgia Headboards
However you style it, a headboard allows you the flexibility to showcase the nuances of your design aesthetic. It is essential for creating a beautiful and comfortable bedroom. Whether opting for a mid-century wood design or bespoke upholstery, you can tailor your perfect look and feel from the bed out.
When you shop headboards online at Lulu and Georgia, you'll find pieces that complement the style of your home but also make it feel more elevated. You can choose from our wide selection to find the perfect purchase, no matter what you're looking for. Check our bedroom inspiration page for more ideas on creating a stylish everyday living space.
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