Design, But Make It Dreamy — This Is the Best Bedroom Furniture to Know in 2025

Sleep is sacred. So is style. These 2025-approved pieces ensure your bedroom delivers both

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Your bedroom is a sanctuary. Yes, your eyes are closed for most of it, but it’s also where you read, doomscroll, watch movies, and enjoy the occasional cheeky meal between the sheets. It’s arguably the only place in the house that’s truly personal. And it should be treated as such. That's what makes choosing the best bedroom furniture crucial.

You want your modern bedroom ideas to feel like you — stylish, expressive — but still calming. A space for unwinding, not overstimulating (so maybe skip the fire engine red headboard). “I think of bedrooms as a sacred refuge from the hectic world,” says designer Lisa Kahn. “It’s particularly crucial to create a sense of sanctuary in bedrooms.” And a good night’s sleep, it turns out, starts with the best bedroom furniture.

So, I did the legwork. From beds to nightstands, I’ve identified the essential pieces that turn your space into a true sanctuary — only choosing from trusted, design-forward brands with rave reviews. The result? A very chic, very restful edit.

All of the bedroom furniture ideas you need are just ahead. And so are sweet dreams.

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FAQs

What should be in a guest bedroom?

A guest bedroom often turns into a bit of a dumping ground — a worn-out loveseat here, a rug that didn’t work out there. But if you wouldn’t want to sleep in it, chances are your guests don’t either. A few thoughtful updates can go a long way in making guests feel just as at home as you do.

For starters, resist the urge to rehome your child’s old bed. If you can, it pays 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 sleep two if needed — or make it a whole lot more comfortable for one.

Equally important? Bedroom seating ideas. A bedroom chair gives your guest a small sanctuary within the room; a quiet spot to unwind, away from the rest of the house. An often-overlooked feature that makes an outsized impact.

And don’t underestimate your bedroom storage ideas when it comes to choosing the best bedroom furniture for your space. Make your guest bedroom feel like a hotel — well-equipped with spaces for shoes, coats, the whole nine — guests need a place to put their stuff! If space is tight, a comfortable chair over a cupboard and a few hooks for temporary hanging will still do the trick.

The goal is, as Brooke puts it: “If your residence is warm and inviting, that same feeling should carry into the guest bedroom — it ensures visitors will enjoy the time spent with you that much more.”

What color furniture should I get for the bedroom?

The exact color matters less than the overall harmony — what you’re after is cohesion. A bedroom should feel intentional, not like a room full of pieces that happened to land there.

If you’re looking for guidance, light-colored furniture is a smart starting point. As Athina Bluff, founder of Topology Interiors, points out, “Neutrals are calming in an interior as they are super easy to live with. They can evoke a sense of tranquility and quiet.” She adds that while some may find an all-neutral palette uninspiring, “neutrals can also be a great base for more color.”

But again, the goal is harmony. So, if your taste leans moodier — toward charcoals, jewel tones, or inky blacks — go for it! At the end of the day, the best bedroom furniture is pieces you love.

Multifunctionality is the big buzzword when it comes to the best bedroom furniture in 2025. Modular bed frames — with built-in shelves, nightstands, or other storage components — are a growing trend, and for good reason.

Nightstands with bonus compartments, beds with hidden storage, and pieces that look good while doing the most are in demand. It’s 2025. We expect more from our furniture.

In terms of aesthetics, the organic wave is still riding high — think asymmetry, sculptural silhouettes, earthy palettes, and tactile materials. And don’t underestimate lacquer: a small splash of shine goes a long way, especially when offsetting softer textures like velvet or bouclé.

What is the best store to buy bedroom furniture?

When it comes to shopping the best bedroom furniture, for art-forward, unique finds, start with Anthropologie. The pieces skew investment-level, but the payoff is major — bold silhouettes, trend-forward designs, and a look you won’t spot in everyone else’s home.

On the more accessible end, Wayfair, TOV Furniture, Joss & Main, and AllModern are stocked with stylish, affordable options — plus the kind of customer reviews that make the shopping process less stressful (and occasionally entertaining).

If you're ready to splurge, try Arhaus or Soho Home. Both offer bespoke-level beauty and pieces that feel heirloom-worthy — the kind you keep for a lifetime. A bedroom of new-to-you future classics? You’re in the right place.


Now that you have the ingredients, follow the rules of bedroom Feng Shui for an even more harmonious space.

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.