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5 BEDROOM COLOURS TO HELP YOU SLEEP BETTER
Struggling to get a decent night's sleep? It turns out that the colour of your sheets could be to blame...
Colour has a powerful way of influencing our emotions, well-being and state of mind. For example, the colour red can increase our adrenaline and heart rate making us feel anxious and energised - not a feeling you want to experience right before you try to drift off to sleep. Whereas the colour blue offers a more serene feeling that calms and relaxes us - the exact feeling you should experience before falling asleep.
So with that in mind, we’ve consulted sleep experts and researched the best bedroom colours for sleep detailing the benefits associated with each below…
BLUE IS BEST
Of all the colours you choose for a bedroom, blue is by far the best. In fact, several studies have found that households that have blue bedrooms sleep better and for longer than any other colour. Synonymous with clear skies and calming seas, the colour blue clears the mind, relaxes the body and calms your emotions. From a decorative point, it’s a great choice too as it has a wide variety of tones - all of which are conducive to sleep. Soft blues (think baby, sky and powder) can help calm the mind, while more intense blues (think navy, royal and midnight) can inspire reflection and clear thoughts.
Did you know? Studies have found that bathing one to two hours (ideally 90 minutes) before bed in water at 40 - 43°C not only improves the quality of sleep but it can help you fall asleep 10 minutes quicker than normal.
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DEA Vicky Coordinated Bedding Blue
€155.00 - €635.00
FOXFORD Mohair Throw
Now €67.50
Was €135.00
RALPH LAUREN HOME Oxford Coordinated Bedding Blue
€70.00 - €350.00
SLIP Silk Pillowcase
€112.00
BEDECK BELFAST Komoro Coordinated Bedding Navy
€100.00 - €140.00
BEDECK BELFAST Etsu Coordinated Bedding Midnight
€30.00 - €210.00
CHRISTY Supreme Bathrobe Deep Sea
€90.00
GO FOR GREEN
Thanks to its positive associations with nature, green produces a calming and tranquil effect, making it ideal for sleep. More than that, studies have proven that those who sleep in green bedrooms wake up in better moods. But unlike the colour blue, not all shades of green are peaceful. Look to shades that are more associated with nature (think olive, sage, mint or forest) as opposed to brighter shades like chartreuse, Kelly or neon. And even if you’re not personally at one with the great outdoors, the association alone will have you feeling relaxed before your head even hits the pillow.
There’s few problems in life that a cup of tea can’t fix. Avoiding caffeine is a no-brainer, but chamomile tea is a natural sedative, lavender supports relaxation, while other herbal teas such as valerian may reduce the time taken to fall asleep.
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LACOSTE Pique Coordinated Bedding Vert
€50.00 - €290.00
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TEKLA Organic Coordinated Bedding Subtle Mint
€50.00 each
LAZY LINEN Coordinated Bedding Sage
€50.00 - €200.00
BEDECK BELFAST Navah Coordinated Bedding Khaki
€22.00 - €195.00
BEO Inis Aran Throw Sea Green
€165.00
ROYAL DOULTON Maze Teal Mug 14oz
€10.00
PEACEFULLY PINK
Pink may not be your first choice for a bedroom colour but once you hear of its sleep-inducing benefits, you’ll be convinced. Soft, natural pinks create a delicate atmosphere that is more comforting than brighter pink hues. In fact, Feng Shui even suggests using gentle colours that are similar to skin tones because they give us a calm, zen-like feeling. What’s more, soft pink shades have a gentle and tender quality, making a bedroom feel like a safe haven. This can make the colour perfect for people with demanding, hectic lifestyles as retiring to a room with pink décor helps relieve the stresses and strains of a day.
Forget counting sheep and invest in a sleep mask instead. Sleep masks are an affordable and portable solution to help block out extra light, eliminate distractions, help you to fall asleep faster and even enjoy a better quality night's sleep.
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JOHN ATKINSON Atkincel Blanket
€185.00 - €255.00
LAZY LINEN Coordinated Bedding Pink
€50.00 - €200.00
BELLEDORM Mulberry Silk 500 Pillowcase Pink
€80.00
WALLIS YOUNG Organic Cotton Coordinated Bedding Clay
€20.00 - €130.00
SIMPLE THINGS 2224 Throw
€299.00
SHERIDAN 500TC Coordinated Bedding Angel Pink
SLIP Silk Sleep Mask
€63.00
WISH FOR WHITE
When it comes to bedding, white is the most popular - and for good reason. This neutral tone exudes relaxed, clean and polished vibes and can even make your bedroom feel bigger. A symbol of serenity, white can bring a sense of comfort and hope - two emotions you’ll enjoy waking up to. And the benefits don’t stop there, white has also been found to be the least distracting colour so by incorporating the tone in your bedroom, it will minimise distraction and relax the mind before falling asleep. But if an all white bedroom feels boring to you, simply inject one of the colours above with the addition of a throw or pillow to maximise sleep potential.
Among the whole host of things you can do to catch some well overdue sleep, one thing you might have overlooked is right under your nose: your duvet. It turns out that investing in luxury bedding can actually help you to sleep longer.
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BEHRENS 1000 TC Embroidery Trim Coordinated Bedding White
€55.00 - €270.00
WILLIAM HUNT Paisley Coordinated Bedding White
€70.00 - €300.00
THE LYNDON COMPANY Artic Duvet Set White
€240.00
THE LYNDON COMPANY Artic Duvet Set White
€240.00
YVES DELORME Triomphe Coordinated Bedding Blanc
€70.00 - €750.00
FRETTE Doppio Ajour Coordinated Bedding White
€165.00 - €775.00
HEFEL Gold Down Duvet 10.5 tog
€1,225.00
BRING BACK BEIGE
Beige often suffers from a negative reputation, considered so plain and inoffensive that it borders on insulting. However, this ‘weakness’ is actually the main strength of beige, as it won’t inspire any real emotion making it perfect for the bedroom. It allows for calm and balance in a room ensuring a restful night’s slumber. Second to white, beige was found as a non-distracting colour offering simplicity and serenity. Aesthetically speaking, beige glows in the lamplight each evening, and reflects the morning sunshine beautifully. Lean towards a sand or straw shade that allows you to pair the shade with other nature hues seamlessly.
If you lie in bed swarmed by thoughts from the previous day, a pillow spray could be the answer. These magical potions encourage your mind and body to switch off and relax with the help of powerful blends of essential oils.
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SHERIDAN 300TC Organic Cotton Coordinated Bedding Sand
FERM LIVING Kelim Fringe Cushion Sand
Now €23.70
Was €79.00
THE LYNDON COMPANY Carilo Duvet Set Natural-Cream
€140.00
YVES DELORME Triomphe Coordinated Bedding Pierre
€90.00 - €375.00
SIMPLE THINGS 1983 Throw
€265.00
WALLIS YOUNG Organic Cotton Coordinated Bedding Stone
€20.00 - €60.00
GROUND Codladh Sleep Pillow Spray
€20.00
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