Make a Statement

In a bedroom awash in sunny yellows, a repainted antique desk is the statement piece in this traditional country bedroom. The surprising splash of green breaks up the yellow tones, and flower-print valances bring all the colors together.

16. Pair Dark & Light Colors

For a modern look that is fresh, not stark, use a color palette restricted to just a few colors. In this thoroughly modern bedroom, chocolate brown and crisp white create the room's basic palette, and sticking to a single accent color -- in this case the lemon yellow -- creates a streamlined look. The window treatments and upholstered headboard don the same brown-and-white graphic lattice fabric, and a dark wall provides the perfect backdrop for brightly matted photographs.

17. Cozy and Fun

Swap out basic walls for bright, cheery ones that add architectural interest. Here, a white bed and nightstand pop against the textured green wall, while delicate touches of yellow, red, and blue complete the happy palette. To get this look, beaded board was cut into squares on a diagonal and mounted to the wall, then framed with wood trim pieces.

18. Dash of Drama

Amid a bevy of colors, sharp black accents cause you to sit up and take notice. Here, a striking black headboard and chandelier take center stage and bring deliberate drama to this sky blue setting. Create your own glossy black accents by giving mirror frames, lamps, and side tables a few coats of shiny black spray paint. To bring drama to a space, mix elaborate patterns with feminine touches of pink and red

19. Seaside Resort

Sail away to your very own beach house haven by combining airy blues, greens, and yellows. A crisp white duvet and armoire stand out against the light yellow walls. Several wicker beach baskets and a montage of beach memories in distressed frames contribute to the casual summer feel of the room.

20. Simple Touches

To add splashes of color to a white room, use colorful furniture. This light turquoise bed frame is the statement piece in this bedroom, and other color choices, from the cheerful bedding to the artwork, reflect its hue. In a soothing, yet playful room like this one, introduce accent colors that are variations on the room's featured color. In this space, celadon green shams and a green crystal light fixture pick up on the green tones in the turquoise.

21. Just Peachy

Calm neutrals and warm pinks mingle easily in this girlish bedroom. Using variations of the same color family adds depth and interest to a space. When decorating with pink, add doses of white and a prominent neutral to balance the sweetness of pink. Look for neutrals that have pink undertones, such as this putty-color paint on the walls.

22. Find a Balance

When one color is prominent in a room, use other bold colors and patterns throughout to strike a balanced chord. White cabinetry frames the bed and breaks up this mostly green room. The striking red table at the foot of the bed separates the green carpet from the green bed, and a mixture of throw pillows jazzes up the style.

23. Bold and Bright

When paired with dark wood floors, pastels can pack quite a punch. In this room, feminine lilac walls, dark flooring, and a woven rug combine for cozy cottage appeal. An apple-green table and bubblegum-pink pillows make unlikely but lovely accents.

24. Shine So Bright

This sunny space takes inspiration from nature. The branchy wallpaper and floral bedding create a whimsical haven, and three sun-shape mirrors serve as a focal point. Subtle splashes of orange and white continue the energetic color scheme but ensure that yellow doesn't overwhelm the space.

25. Start with the Bedding

Keep your walls muted and let your bedding do all the talking. Here, the walls pull a gray color from the groovy patterned quilt. Pillows with bold colors and contrasting patterns spice up the space, while white trim and a shag rug neatly frame the room.

26. Get Inspired

Let the often-overlooked floor determine the color scheme of your bedroom. The colors in the checked rug served as the inspiration for this modern bedroom. Deep gray walls mimic a square from the rug, and olive green curtains pull from another. Some throw pillows and a blanket add more geometric patterns, and a few red accessories attract the eye.

27. Cozy and Crisp

Cozy yellow wallpaper and crisp white linens give this farmhouse bedroom its divine simplicity. The natural wood flooring and nightstand create a dreamy contrast with the white bed, while elements of yellow on each surface tie the room together. For inexpensive artwork, hang a serving tray or two above the nightstand.

28. One-Hue Wonder

The panache in this bedroom comes from the monochromatic color scheme. A skirted slipper chair picks out the blue tones within the plaid bed skirt and flowered curtains. A headboard in the same color serves as the perfect focal point.

29. Earthy Escape

Pair vibrant purple with natural elements like bamboo shades and a beaded chandelier to create a peaceful oasis. Unique throw pillows reiterate the brown tones, and an old glass jug finds new life as a charming bedside lamp.