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Playful spring bedding ideas to inject joy into your sleep space

Posted on 10th February 2026

Banish wet, gloomy winter and make your sleep space feel fresh and warm with the latest spring bedding ideas…

According to recent weather forecasts… so far in 2026, some parts of the UK haven’t had a single day without a splash of rain. If you exclude the lack of sunlight and thus, the depleting serotonin levels, it’s the perfect atmosphere to spend those extra five minutes snuggled up in bed in the morning or an entire Sunday (no judging!) under cosy sheets. Which is why I’ve taken it upon myself to bring you cheerful bedding ideas, bound to brighten up your sleep space (and your mood) ahead of spring.

A whimsical bedroom with nature-inspired bed linen, rattan bedside lamp, and wall art. — Leafy Arbour Oak washed cotton percale duvet cover, from £69, Piglet in Bed.

From playful patterns, such as stripes and gingham, to romantic florals and simple yet elevated solutions, read on and steal inspiration for your upcoming makeover…

Timeless florals

Add a touch of romance to your sleep space with dainty flowery prints, particularly ideal in an intimate setup like the bedroom. Whether paired with textured, rustic materials for a calming feeling or more glamorous pleated fabrics and metallic accents, florals are a core pattern this Spring Summer 2026 season.

A neutral sleep space with neutral and floral bedding in front of an open window. — Cotton double duvet cover set in Light Beige and Floral, £49.99, H&M Home.

A bright sleep space with airy curtains, blue floral spring bedding and a wood stool. — Stacey Solomon 100% Cotton Hydrangea double duvet set, £20, George Home.

View of a layered bed with reversible duvet, striped pillows and quirky decor. — Dollymix reversible double duvet set, £40, Urban Outfitters.

A green sleep space with wood and rattan furniture, a jute rug, green linen, nature-inspired wallpaper, and bedside lamps. — Kravet Meadowlark reversible duvet cover, £179 for a double, Pottery Barn.

Closeup at a floral and striped bedset in vibrant colours. — Strandlummer duvet cover and two pillowcases in multicolour/floral pattern 200×200, £25, Ikea.

Sunny stripes

Available in a range of styles – think candy cane, pinstripes, awning – and colourways, from bold and vibrant, to muted and pared-back, stripes are incredibly stylish and can inject instant visual interest to any space, be it a playful scheme drenched in primary colours or a coastal chic design, layered in jute and rattan materials.

A sunny sleep space with pops of blue, from the striped bedding, teal headboard, teal side table, and blue lighting and decor. — Sunday Stripe bedding set, £100 for a double, Bluebellgray and Ashley Wilde.

Closeup at a yellow and white striped bed linen set. — Stripe muslin bed linen set, £75 for a double, Oliver Bonas.

Closeup at a white, striped linen set with dark teal fabrics underneath and a striped headboard. — Kingsand cotton weave stripe duvet, £70 for a double, John Lewis.

Playful prints

With the help of the right prints, you can achieve a range of different aesthetics. For example, you can bring a timeless feel to your bedroom with dainty gingham in saccharine shades. An exotic palm-leaf pattern will infuse your space with tranquillity, reminiscent of sunny holidays, while a lemon-themed bedding set will teleport you to the Italian Riviera.

A rustic, romantic sleep space with a blue scalloped headboard, gingham bedding, and off-white furniture and panelling. — Pink Cresswell Gingham 100% cotton duvet cover and pillowcase set, £55 for a double, Laura Ashley.

A minimalist scheme with coloured checkered bed linen and simple decor. — Catherine Lansfield Spring Check reversible duvet cover set, £18.19 for a double, Terrys.

A sunny bedroom with lemon-patterned linen and dainty decor. — Lemons bedding set, £85 for a double, Sophie Allport.

A bedroom drenched in gingham prints, from the bed linen, curtains, to the wallpaper, with timeless decor. — Portloe Woven Gingham 100% cotton duvet cover and pillowcase set, £36 for a double, Dunelm.

Pared-back bedding

And, if you are not a fan of patterns or loud hues, don’t worry! You can refresh your sleep space for spring with simple yet eye-catching bedding. Choose a breathable linen set in a pastel colourway and layer it with neutral cushions and throws, or why not embrace texture with waffle and seersucker fabrics?