Valentine’s Day is the most romantic time of the year, whether you have something planned or nothing at all, decorating your bedroom is a fantastic ending or beginning to a great Valentine’s Day.

Setting the mood in your bedroom is extremely important. You want a décor to inspire, pamper and arouse – changing the ambiance of the room from ho-hum to va-va-voom! If you follow our steps, your bedroom won’t look tacky, but rather channel a chic, glam and definitely a romantic look.

Try to picture the following bedroom scene: a white 1500 tread count satin bed, sprinkled with red and pink rose petals with half a dozen deep rouge throw pillows underneath a canopy of white fabric. Lots of red, white and beige candles surround you, creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

Sounds utterly delicious. As you can tell white and red are the typical Valentine’s Day colours. Do not over-do one more than another, because you don’t want to swim in a sea of red satin and laces. Lavish fabrics will create a sensuous feel in your boudoir. It’s all about balancing colours by combining white and red to create a comfortable atmosphere rather than a lover’s battlefield. Here’s the best approach to work with this colour palette and turn up the heat this year:

Soft to the Touch

White represents the purity of your feelings and incorporating it in your Valentine’s décor is essential. If you were waiting for an excuse to splurge on expensive linens, now would be the right time.

Choose white sheets that feel good against your skin, like ones with a silkier texture and a high thread count. Lavish fabrics will create a sensuous feel and the experience of a satin duvet and the soft, high-thread-count cotton sheets under your skin is so plush and luxurious.

Fire Me Up

Once you’ve introduced the white, it’s all about the splashes of red. Red is vibrant, eye-catching and dominant. It’s a colour that energizes and arouses passion. It stands out against neutrals, which makes it the perfect contrast to white linens and drapery. However, too much red might be too stressful because its alternative meaning is a call to arms, a battle colour. Adding only jolts of rouge can certainly bring on the red-hot romance, warmth and visual oomph.

Red pillows – lots of them – will add contrast and depth to the white bedding. Red against the white is extremely harsh, but incorporating different shades and patterns of red can soften it up.

Ambiance

It’s what’s going to complete the look and feel of the room. From the scent to the illumination of the room, lots of candles are essential for bringing on that romantic setting you’re going for. Candles and candle holders of different sizes are important because they bring dimension and set the mood lighting by reflecting the different angles of the room. If you don’t want candles fairy lights can do the trick, giving the room a touch of magic with twinkling lights.

Accessorise with tactile pieces

Tactile accessories add an unusual and inviting touch to a room. Fill vases with large coloured feathers, coloured twigs and silk flowers.

Sprinkle rose petals on the pillow

Why not add a touch of hotel honeymoon suite chic with rose petals scattered on the bed. Heighten your senses by placing vases of flowers around the room and chocolates on the pillows. Visit your local florist to pick them up and don’t be afraid to be adventurous. Yes, stay in the same colour scheme, but instead of going for traditional red, white and pink roses, choose orchids, tulips, calla lily or hyacinths. You can ask your florist what they suggest, but whatever compilation you end up choosing, flowers guarantee adding a natural fragrance and beauty to any bedroom.

Cue the Music

Music is the ultimate finishing touch to transform your bedroom into a romantic Valentine’s Day love den. Love songs are the obvious choice for your Valentine’s Day soundtrack. Make a personalized mixed CD or playlist on your MP3 player ahead of time, choosing songs by the artists you and your loved one enjoy listening to most. This customized mix of romantic music will be an extraordinary gift in and of itself.

With the right sights, sounds, smells, tastes and touches, you have a complete sensory makeover for your bedroom. Set up the decor before you go out for the evening. When you return, take just a few moments to light the candles and start the music. Then surprise your sweetheart with the luxurious, romantic hideaway you have created. Decorating your bedroom for Valentine’s Day will surely enhance the mood of your evening and turn it into a magical night of romance.