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A bed sitting in a modern room with white walls, timber floors and a large window with sheer fabric curtains. The bed is dressed in Bayley Washed Percale bedding in dusty mauve, white, steel blue and deep sea
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Styling Series: The Lazy Girl's Guide to Bed Styling

A bed sitting in a modern room with white walls, timber floors and a large window with sheer fabric curtains. The bed is dressed in Bayley Washed Percale bedding in dusty mauve, white, steel blue and deep seaA bed sitting in a modern room with white walls, timber floors and a large window with sheer fabric curtains. The bed is dressed in Bayley Washed Percale bedding in dusty mauve, white, steel blue and deep sea

Let’s be real — not all of us wake up each morning with the energy (or time) to style our bed like a front-page masterpiece. But that doesn’t mean we have to settle for chaos and crumpled sheets. With a few simple tricks and a commitment to keeping it effortless, you can create a bed that’s beautiful, comfortable, and low maintenance. We asked interior stylist, Fiona Gould to share a few of her simplest styling tips: 

A bed dressed in Bayley Washed Percale bedding in the colours dusty mauve, white, steel blue and deep seaA bed dressed in Bayley Washed Percale bedding in the colours dusty mauve, white, steel blue and deep sea
A woman, slightly out of frame, pulling the corner of a fitted sheet over a mattress.A woman, slightly out of frame, pulling the corner of a fitted sheet over a mattress.

Tip #1: Start with a Stretchy Fitted Sheet

The foundation of any gorgeous bed starts with the fitted sheet — but we’re all familiar with the frustration of wrestling it over the mattress. Save yourself the hassle and opt for a fitted sheet with extra stretchy elastic. It’s a lifesaver when it comes to quickly and easily getting a snug fit, even if you’re in a hurry. Think of this as the first step in mastering the art of minimal effort. 

Tip #2: Shake Up Your Quilt (Literally)

Stuffing a quilt into a quilt cover might just be one of adult life’s most annoying chores — and guess what? It doesn’t have to be perfect. The quickest way to get the job done is to grab the top two corners of the quilt, slide them into the top two corners of the cover, and give it a good shake as you hold onto those corners. Voilà! Your quilt now looks presentable, and you barely broke a sweat. 

A pair of hands fastening a snap closure on a Bayley Washed Percale quilt cover.A pair of hands fastening a snap closure on a Bayley Washed Percale quilt cover.
Fiona Gould walking behind a bed dressed in Bayley Washed Percale bedding. The bedroom has white walls, timber flooring and a large window with sheer curtains.Fiona Gould walking behind a bed dressed in Bayley Washed Percale bedding. The bedroom has white walls, timber flooring and a large window with sheer curtains.

Tip #3: Snap it Into Place 

Skip the hassle of buttons or fiddly ties on quilt covers by choosing one with snap closures. They’re fast, easy, and guaranteed to save you precious seconds when you’re changing your bedding. Who has time to struggle with tiny buttons? Not you. 

Tip #4: Look for Laidback Fibres

When it comes to choosing bedding, pick fabrics that are forgiving — both in appearance and upkeep. Relaxed fibres like linen or cotton look effortlessly chic with their tousled texture, meaning you don’t have to fret about ironing or smoothing them out. Our favourite? The Bayley Washed Percale collection, with its lightweight and airy feel and relaxed, garment-washed finish. It gives your bed that “lived-in luxury” vibe without the effort. 

A close-up image of three pillows with Bayley Washed Percale pillowcases in dusty mauve, white stripe and deep sea.A close-up image of three pillows with Bayley Washed Percale pillowcases in dusty mauve, white stripe and deep sea.
Fiona Gould carrying a stack of four pillows with Bayley Washed Percale pillowcases in white stripe, dusty mauve, deep sea and steel blue stripeFiona Gould carrying a stack of four pillows with Bayley Washed Percale pillowcases in white stripe, dusty mauve, deep sea and steel blue stripe

Tip #5: Play with Combinations

For this look, we're skipping the decorative cushions and perfectly coordinated sets. Instead, play with mismatched sheets and pillowcases for an effortlessly stylish look. Combine different colours, prints, or textures to create a bed that feels unique and personal. Bonus: You can shop your own linen cupboard and get creative with what you already own, no extra purchases required. 

Bed styling doesn’t need to be a chore or a Pinterest-worthy production. With these simple tips, you can create a space that feels inviting and looks great — without sacrificing precious time or energy. So go ahead — style that bed, crawl in, and enjoy. You earned it. 

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