Dark Blue and White Bedroom Ideas for Teens

Walls

• Paint the walls dark blue with white trim or white with dark blue accents, such as stripes. Create a dark blue and white pattern on one wall, such as wavy stripes, polka dots or damask, with wallpaper or wall stickers. The pattern can serve as an accent wall and add visual interest to the room if the rest of the decor is somewhat plain. A more serious pattern, such as the damask, will work for a teen who wants a mature space, while polka dots or wavy stripes can create an adult space with playful details.

Furniture

• Furnish the room with pieces that are versatile and will carry your teen through her early adult years if you plan on letting her take it with her. Place white furniture against dark blue walls or create a dramatic look with a high headboard covered in dark blue velvet against white walls. Dress up white furniture with blue knobs or stickers that complement the rest of the room, such as blue butterflies for a teen who wants a more mature butterfly-themed bedroom.

Textiles

• Patterned bedding, curtains or rugs can add interest to the room and set the mood, such as soft floral prints for a feminine touch or bold stripes for a fresh look. Plain white bedding can get messy in a teen's room if he eats there, while a dark blue comforter will look natural over blue-and-white plaid sheets. Add a patterned rug, such as a blue rug with white geometric designs, if there aren't patterns elsewhere in the room.

Accessories

• Accessorize the room, playing off the dark blue and white with items the teen needs. Place blue bins or baskets along white shelves so she can store her makeup, hair accessories, jewelry or electronics nearby in a stylish way. Place white flowers in a blue vase on her nightstand. Hang a white-framed mirror on blue walls or a blue-framed mirror on white walls. Build a collage with a blue and white background for her to hang pictures of her friends and her awards or other accomplishments.