How you arrange and dress your super king size bed is crucial to ensure you are showcasing your new bed frame in the correct way, highlighting its excellence and grandeur. Just a few things you should consider when looking to purchase pillows, cushions, bedspreads, and bed linen sets include the colour, the texture, how you will layer the accessories on the bed, and the all-important question: how much is ‘too much’? We will explore all these questions and more in this blog, so continue reading for further insight to how you should dress a super king size bed for optimal aesthetic and functional purposes.
Pillows
How many pillows should I have on a super king bed?
When it comes to pillows on your new super king size bed, the first question we are often asked is: how many pillows should I adorn my bed with to ensure it doesn’t look too crowded or too empty? Pillows are the crowning jewels of any luxurious bed ensemble so it’s important to get this right before thinking about how to arrange them or how to style them with the right bed linen.
Whether you prefer standard sized pillows or super king sized, the choice is yours, however, we advise four pillows, split evenly on each side providing essential support for the head and neck while adding a touch of symmetry and balance to the overall look. If pure opulence and comfort is what you’re aiming for, we recommend the Vispring 100% Hungarian Goose Feather and Down Luxury Pillow, available in both standard and super king sizes. Super king beds are synonymous with ultimate luxury and so we recommend choosing super king pillows to match. For those with allergies, we also offer a pair of hypoallergenic pillows with a 180-thread count cover for added quality and extravagance.
Layer some decorative cushions for added depth and texture and to provide yourself with the true luscious level of comfort that you deserve. To avoid overdoing it on the cushions, we recommend selecting between 2-4 decorative cushions, depending on your personal preference.
How to arrange pillows on a super king bed?
Now that you have selected your luxury pillows and the optimal number for your new super king size bed, it’s time to decide how to best arrange them. We recommend matching your pillowcases to your bed frame to really bring the look together. An added bonus of buying a larger sized bed is that you get to invest in all-new bed linen sets!
With your pillows underneath, we recommend layering a larger, accent cushion, with a smaller cushion in front. These smaller pillows add a pop of colour and personality to the bed ensemble, enhancing its visual impact and creating a cohesive and harmonious look with your glorious super king size bed frame.
Let’s say, as an example, you have your wooden super king bed, such as our bestselling Avenue Montaigne French Bed. Layer your accent cushions with a large cushion, such as the effortlessly elegant Olivia Ruffle Large Cushion in Black Check, and add a pair of smaller accent cushions in front, like the Oli Ruffle Oatmeal Linen Cushion.
We love using different textures to achieve a plush look and feel to the bedroom, so we encourage you to play around with ruffles, silks and whimsical patterns! Our Miranda Green Stripe Ruffle Cushion perfectly encapsulates how you can amalgamate ruffles, stripes, and colour to highlight and style your new bed.Â
Whilst some may love the order that a symmetrical design brings, we also love bringing attention to our favourite accent cushion by layering it on top of larger cushions, giving our favourite cushion centre-stage to shine! Choose neutral-coloured larger cushions as a springboard to highlight your best-loved cushion. Rest the delicate and feminine Long Lazy Lizzy Lumbar Cushion in front of a Pair of Silk Pleat Bedroom Cushion Covers for a clean yet captivating combination of cushions.
We really do have every cushion for every style, and if you’re ever in doubt, get in touch with our in-house styling team who will be happy to provide some guidance in-line with your personal style!
