JACOB FOX
With bloomcore as one of 2023’s most-touted design trends, it’s no surprise fans are looking fit the aesthetic into their own spaces. If you’re a lover of all things floral but want a way to tastefully incorporate an element of flower power, the classy-yet-playful ultra-floral wallpaper trend is for you.
The key element of this trend is, of course, using floral wallpaper. But we’re not talking any wallpaper with floral motifs on it—uber-floral walls are absolutely brimming with fresh(ly painted) blooms. Typically smaller in print (leaving space for more flowers), the wallpapers reflect vintage designs, and they’re perfect for welcoming the spring and summer seasons.
Many lovers of flower-filled wallpaper look to upgrade their bathrooms and powder rooms first—this way, you don't need to use as much wallpaper as you would for a full room, and it’s easier to swap out other bathroom accessories to match the new aesthetic.
User @shannonclaire wallpapered the upper half of her walls, leaving gorgeous teal subway tile to cover the bottom half to create a floral theme that isn’t too overwhelming. Plus, even though the floral wallpaper she’s chosen is plenty colorful on its own, the tile grounds the overall blue color scheme of the room.
Balance is key here: If you’re not planning on doing a half-and-half wall space, smaller powder rooms can easily veer intense. Use your floral wallpaper on an accent wall to help minimize crowding, and place it opposite the bathroom mirror so that it's reflected and the space appears larger.
Metals like gold and copper beautifully complement uber-floral prints, especially if you’re choosing colorful wallpaper. This doesn’t mean you have to get rid of your trendy moody powder room just
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