Waking up in a bedroom that doesn’t inspire you is like starting your day with cold coffee—sure, it’s functional, but hardly the experience you deserve. We spend roughly a third of our lives in our bedrooms, so shouldn't we feel great in them?A groundbreaking January 2025 survey revealed that 38% of Americans reported better sleep quality after simply changing their bedroom color. Color psychologists have long understood that different hues trigger distinct physiological responses. Cool blues and greens top the charts for promoting serenity, signaling to your brain it's time to wind down, even lowering heart rate and blood pressure.For those seeking tranquility, soft whites, creams, and lavenders evoke feelings of safety and comfort. Earthy tones like sage green and terracotta create a connection to nature, promoting feelings of stability and grounding—perfect for quieting a restless mind after a chaotic day. Even soft pinks, once considered too energetic, can create a calming atmosphere when used in pastel forms.So before you commit to a color, scroll through our curated collection of bedroom hues that seduce, soothe, and surprise. Because in the end, the shade you choose is about how you want to feel when you open your eyes each morning. And you deserve to feel great.Warm TaupeCourtesy Todd EberleThe sophisticated taupe walls in the guest bedroom of Giorgio Armani’s Upper West Side apartment allows architectural elements like the stunning stained glass window to command attention without competition. For those seeking the elusive balance between timeless and contemporary, this shade delivers a masterclass in quiet luxury.Creamy WhiteDavid MitchellSwitching out a cool-toned white for a warm-toned one can instantly cozy-up a space, like in this Paris-inspired apartment designed by Omar Aqeel. Pair with natural textures like wood furniture or woven baskets to enhance the warmth, or add metallic accents for a touch of luxury without sacrificing serenity.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowEmerald GreenBrittany Ambridge“Before the room was all white—the walls, the bed, the dressers,” says designer Peti Lau. Now the room is swathed in “the most expensive wallpaper” the designer has ever installed: An organic fan-shaped iridescent peacock-feathered wallcovering from Koket. The textured walls here create a jewel box effect, enveloping the space in rich, verdant splendor.Butter YellowHaris KenjarButter yellow is having a moment, and we can’t get enough. In Stranger Things co-creator Matt Duffer’s L.A. home, this buttery yellow transforms the guest bedroom into a sun-drenched sanctuary that feels nostalgic yet modern.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowMuted PinkEric BomanIn Lee Radziwill’s elegant Parisian room, the delicate, muted pink has a subtle quality that allows it to function almost as a neutral while still adding warmth and character. The monochromatic approach—from the textured headboard to the crisp white linens—creates a cocoon-like effect that's both timeless and on-trend.Blush Beige William Jess LairdPeace is prevalent in the primary bedroom of this Connecticut cottage, designed by Clive Lonstein. The glossy ceiling plays coy with natural light, and touches of pink in the bedding and accents bring warmth without overplaying their hand.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowOlive GreenTrevor TondroThe use of green in interiors has been proven to lower pulse rates and cortisol levels, and this Parisian apartment is here to prove it. This versatile hue works harmoniously with both the warm wooden elements and cooler blue accents.Moody BlueYoshihiro MakinoThe two-toned inky blue walls in this historic midcentury home in Tahoe create a horizon line that tricks the eye, making the room feel both cozy and expansive. Perfect for dreamers who find peace in the deepening dusk of day's end. Muddy RedCHRISTIAN HARDERIn this theater director’s New York studio apartment, the walls are drenched in a deep, muddy red that simultaneously brings all the drama and feels calming. When the draperies are drawn, “it’s like a warm cocoon,” says designer Stephen Sposito.Peacock TealSimon UptonIn the primary bedroom of Kim Hersov’s edgy London abode, peacock teal creates a theatrical backdrop for the four-poster bed. Teal is both energizing and calming, delivering a bedroom that feels simultaneously intimate and expansive, traditional and thoroughly modern.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowMint GreenKelly MarshallWe are obsessed with the minty monochrome primary bedroom of Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird’s Soho dig. Mint green has excellent light reflectivity, which helps brighten the space while maintaining a soft, diffused quality.Golden YellowLaure Joliet“We wanted to be really bold, so we took an opportunity with this super-saturated golden yellow color [for the walls],” says Stephanie Luk. Benjamin Moore’s Citrine paint color is a sunny base for this welcoming guest bedroom in this redesigned craftsmen home in Pasadena.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowBlue-GrayKelly MarshallIn ELLE Decor A-List designer Delia Kenza’s Sag Harbor retreat, the walls of the primary bedroom are painted in a custom blue-gray. The architectural pendant light, folded like origami, adds sculptural interest without visual clutter, and the horizontal window frames the outdoors like living art.Warm Mustard Stephan JuillardThe warm mustard wall in the whimsical bedroom of an eclectic Paris apartment creates a cozy, inviting atmosphere. We're loving the sunny feel!Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowGreen-BlueFrank FrancesIn this airy mountain retreat in Vermont, designed by ELLE Decor A-Lister Sheila Bridges, the walls are painted in Farrow & Balls’ Green Blue. Perfect for those seeking both rest and renewal, this versatile color works beautifully with natural textures, metallic accents, or complementary ochres and light browns for a balanced, timeless elegance.Walnut BrownWilliam Jess LairdWe have two words: walnut brown. Not convinced? The walls of this primary bedroom in a Hollywood Hills bungalow will help. Walnut brown delivers depth without darkness, creating a space that feels both grounded and elevated.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowDeep NavyNicole FranzenDeep navy doesn’t merely decorate, but orchestrates a mood. In this Chelsea apartment, the navy blue walls creates a perfect canvas for the warm caramel tones of the bedroom furniture. This is color as confidence.Eggplant Purple David Land‘90s throwback! In this Brooklyn family residence designed by Danielle Fennoy of Revamp, the bedroom walls are covered in Farrow & Ball’s Brinjal paint. Have you ever seen a purple so sophisticated?Julia CancillaEngagement EditorJulia Cancilla is the engagement editor (and resident witch) at ELLE Decor, where she manages the brand's social media presence and covers trends, lifestyle, and culture in the design world. Julia built her background at Inked magazine, where she grew their social media audiences by two million, conducted interviews with A-list celebrities, and penned feature articles focusing on pop culture, art and lifestyle. Over her five years of digital media experience, Julia has written about numerous topics, from fashion to astrology.