It’s easy to fall into the trap of buying boring bedding – you’ve no doubt been told time and again to invest in neutrals and basics such as comforters in beige, black and white along with plain vanilla sheets and pillowcases; while this is indeed practical advice, the reality is that you are the primary person using your bedroom and it should be decorated in a way that expresses your own colorful personality.

Long ago textiles and bedding were quite costly and represented a major investment but in today’s modern world, sourcing and manufacturing capabilities have made even luxury items well within reach. Simply put, it’s just not that expensive to buy new bedding whenever you feel like it. So if you feel like a Hawaiian vacation is not in the cards you can still transform your bedroom into an island retreat with Tommy Bahama tropical palm bedding or a fun and festive Surfer Girl quilt set.

Quilt and comforter sets offer the best value for money because they cost less on a per piece basis and all the design decisions have been done for you – no need to call in a pro! A typical quilt or comforter set consists of a bed skirt, two pillow shams and the actual quilt or comforter; fashionable sets tend not to match precisely but instead coordinate in an eclectic and attractive way. When selecting a new set its fun to see what other accessories are available – decorative pillows or a festive window panel can help to update your bedroom with minimal effort.