A headboard is a detail in your bedroom that adds to the décor, that highlights your décor style and much more. If your bed doesn’t have a headboard, you can make one or go for a cool alternative that will bring a feel that you want for your bedroom. Here are some catchy and pretty ideas.
Mirrors
A statement mirror instead of a headboard is a very cool idea: large mirrors are a big trend, they visually enlarge the space and they reflect light making the room more light-filled. You may choose a mirror in a vintage frame for a refined touch or in a modern and laconic one for a chic contemporary feel. Highlight the style of your space with this mirror.
A chic modern bedroom with an oversized mirror in a gold frame, a chic chandelier and a couple of lamps for a refined feel.
A modern luxurious bedroom with a vintage mirror as a headboard, a faux fur bedspread and some touches of gold.
A refined moody bedroom with a statement mirror in a simple frame and a chic chandelier that make the space wow.
A small neutral bedroom with a modern statement mirror in a dark frame that catches an eye and makes the space cool.
A vintage statement mirror in a refined gold frame will add an exquisite feel and a chic touch to your bedroom.
A gorgeous statement mirror in a refined gold frame is a nice alternative to a headboard that will enlarge the space.
An eclectic bedroom with an oversized mirror in a vintage frame and some shabby chic furniture that make the space refined.
Artworks
An artwork or a whole gallery wall is another cool and creative idea – this all is the point where you will look more often than at any other, and hanging your art there will make it always visible. It’s also a good way to add color and pattern to the space.
A gallery wall with various artworks is a cool idea for a contemporary bedroom, who needs a headboard.
A gallery wall instead of a usual headboard is a catchy and bold idea to rock in your bedroom and personalize it a lot.
An abstract statement artwork instead of a usual headboard is a cool and chic idea that will an artsy touch to the space.
A gorgeous super bold artwork as a statement headboard for a color-filled bedroom that raises the mood.
A chic and stylish bedroom with a statement artwork and bold brass lamps that add chic and a cool look to the space.
A pretty and bright gallery wall that hangs over the bed instead of a headboard and continues to the next wall.
A printed map of the cite in a refined vintage frame is a bold headboard alternative idea that will catch an eye.
Textiles
As for textiles, they can be very different. For example, you may go for a canopy attached to the wall to add a refined vintage feel to the space. Or you may hang some jute rugs or a macramé hanging that you’ve created yourself for a boho look of your bedroom.
A bold and vivacious bedroom in white, with printed and colorful textiles, a blue tapestry instead of a usual headboard.
A canopy attached to the wall and ceiling and an artwork will make your bedroom refined and vintage-inspired.
A macrame wall hanging instead of a usual headboard is a creative idea to go for.
A new oversized jute rug like this one can be used as a headboard for a nature-inspired or Asian-inspired space.
A stack of jute rugs, a wicker lamp make the bedroom feel more natural and more outdoor-inspired.
A canopy attached to the wall and an animal skull for a unique eclectic bedroom with a touch of boho.
Other Ideas
There are tons of other ways to spruce up your bed with no headboard, and the most popular is perhaps a pegboard, which may feature some shelves and hooks to attach various stuff, from bulbs and lamps to potted greenery. All kinds of storage and decorative features are welcome to make your bedroom cooler.
A stack of decorative baskets attached to the wall will make your bedroom feel more rustic and more natural.
A wall storage and display unit with art and candles is a chic and practical alternative to a usual headboard.
A white pegboard with artworks and potted greenery over the bed is a creative and cool alternative to a usual headboard.
A woven screen instead of a headboard and a peacock chair will make your bedroom feel trendy and boho.
A pegboard wall with various shelves, potted blooms and greenery and even a bulb attached for more functionality.