The Best Bedroom Furniture for 2025 Is Anything But Sleepy

From sculptural nightstands to beds that beg for a lie-in, these finds are worth staying in for

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The boudoir is the only place you’re expected to relax on cue — it's not easy. Which is why, the best bedroom furniture to fill it with are pieces that should do more than simply look good. It should feel good. It should calm, cocoon, and provide a sense of quiet, even when the rest of the home refuses to.

But beautiful, modern bedroom ideas don’t happen by accident. They’re designed, layered with thoughtful, well-scaled furniture pieces that signal softness and intention. A shapely bedside table. A low-slung bedframe. A perfectly stuffed, perfectly tufted armchair that makes no demands other than: lounge.

Whether you’re furnishing from scratch or refreshing an existing space, I’ve (ironically) burned the midnight oil and trawled through hundreds of options to scout the most major, of-the-moment, and best bedroom furniture to unwind and align where we're headed for 2025 and beyond.

The mood is relaxed, but the bedroom furniture ideas? Sharp.

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FAQs

What furniture should I put in a guest bedroom?

First rule: don’t treat your guest bedroom ideas like a storage room.

If you can, resist the urge to rehome your child’s old twin bed — it pays dividends to invest in a larger one. “At the very least, a queen-sized bed and two side tables with separate lamps," says Brooke Aitken of Brooke Aitken Design. Bonus: You can accommodate two if need be.

Bedroom seating ideas are often overlooked, but also, very important when it comes to finding the best bedroom furniture. A bedroom chair gives your guest a small sanctuary within the room; a quiet spot to unwind, away from the rest of the house. It's a little touch that makes a bedroom feel more like a hotel.

And always provide ample storage: spots for shoes, coats, the whole nine. You never know how heavy your guests are traveling! Even a comfortable chair over a cupboard and a few hooks for temporary hanging will do just fine — get creative.

What color furniture works best in the bedroom?

It’s less about a single shade and more about harmony when it comes to the best bedroom furniture colors. For instance, Athina Bluff, founder of Topology Interiors points out that “neutrals can also be a great base for more color."

“Neutrals are calming in an interior as they are super easy to live with," she adds. "They can evoke a sense of tranquility and quiet." But if you’re into a moodier look, deep greens, smoky blues, and walnut wood tones can feel especially grounding as bedroom color ideas.

Modular designs that optimize small spaces are considered to be the best bedroom furniture out there right now. Think: beds with hidden storage drawers, slim-profile nightstands, and ottomans that moonlight as both seating and stashing spots.

Texture is trending, too — fluted wood, bouclé upholstery, and natural finishes that bring a rich, tactile warmth.

Where’s the best place to buy bedroom furniture?

When shopping for the best bedroom furniture, you're always in for a treat at Heals and Anthropologie. Both offer investment-level (but not egregious) pieces you won’t spot in everyone else’s home.

For bedroom furniture that's a little more high-concept, try Soho Home. Yes, it's a splurge. But if you're after timeless pieces that somehow still fit the current moment (new-to-you heirlooms, if you will), then you've found the right place.

And don’t sleep on Wayfair for well-priced, well-designed pieces — there are real gems to be had if you do a bit of digging.


You have what you need. Now, make your bedroom furniture flow by following a few rules of bedroom Feng Shui.

Julia Demer
Style Editor

Formerly covering fashion at L’Officiel USA, style maven Julia Demer brings her love of design to Livingetc’s world of interiors. As the title’s New York-based Style Editor, Julia's work reflects a sharp eye for detail and an innate passion for aesthetics. Her journey began with a strong foundation in design, honing her craft at renowned establishments like The Row and even establishing her own eponymous fashion brand. Julia’s design background is evident in the way she thoughtfully curates shopping edits, always maintaining a focus on emerging trends while preserving timeless sensibilities. For Julia, fashion and interiors go hand in hand, reflecting her lifelong commitment to perfecting the art of style.