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Our 10 best beds and bedheads

There’s no doubt about it: a great bed will not only give you a great night’s sleep but also (and we’re all about the looks) look fantastic too. Pick well and invest wisely we say, and buy something which will last you several years. Here are 10 of mine and Jen’s faves and they’re a varied bunch!

The rose gold Eden bed by Incy Interiors ($999 for queen size) is both classical and timeless. Expertly crafted from sturdy and strong metal we absolutely LOVE it. You will have seen this one in countless magazines!

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Another one from Incy Interiors (because we just can’t go past it), the clean simple lines of this new take on the Four-Poster bed (a design collaboration with stylist Megan Morton, from $1,299 for queen size) really make for something unique. Now you just have to pick your colour (custom available)!

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I’ve seen the Bailey Bed from Green Cathedral in person, so I can attest it’s an absolute stunner! Constructed from American oak (in either natural oak, ebony or whitewash finish) and beautiful Shibori-dyed leather hides (available in a range of patterns or most Pantone colours), you really have the utmost flexibility when it comes to the design. Available in limited release, prices start fro, $3,099 for a queen. It’s not cheap but it’s not just any old mass-produced bed either.

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Upholstered in a feather grey fabric, the Mod Upholstered Bed ($999 for queen size) from West Elm features a slim silhouette, angled solid wood legs and welted details along the corners.

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Of course, you can add a bedhead to your existing bed to make it a showstopper and while upholstered bedheads are now nothing new, we think the options at Heatherly Designs are stunning. Our latest favourite is the Lincoln, with the option of horizontal or vertical lines and your choice of fabric. Price dependent on size and fabric. They also sell upholstered bed bases.

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Another great bedhead option is the Maddison from BedNest. Glamorous, strong and more than a little bit sassy, the angled, tapered side wings are studded in either antique brass or silver. Stunning in plain velvet or a geometric pattern, there are a magnitude of fabric and size options available (price dependent on choice).

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While we’re talking bedheads, Mexsii’s are works of art and not for the faint hearted. The Nomadic Heart is my favourite. How cool is it?! Price on application. Custom options available.

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Upholstered isn’t for everyone and some people love good old fashioned timber. Perhaps not surprisingly, you can find the traditional style Ashby Sleigh Bed at Pottery Barn, in rustic pine or rustic mahogany. From $1,974 for queen size.pb-ashby-bed_rusticpineThe Asta Bed by Blockheads Alisa and Lysandra beautifully combines the rawness of timber and the softness of fabric to create a contemporary and sophisticated look and feel. Available from Forty Winks in four colourways, the queen size retails for $2,199.

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Australian online-only business Sonno, have a small but great value range of simple upholstered beds. Queen size from $499.

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What kind of bed have you got? Which of these is your favourite?

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Best kids’ beds: our top 10

Having already had the challenge of narrowing our favourite kids’ bed linen down to 10, we thought the next best thing to do was to find the 10 best kids’ beds! After all, there’s no point having gorgeous linen if you have nothing to put it on. So check out the amazing ones below and get ready for some serious kid envy!

Fenwick Bedhead from Heatherly Design Bedheads: Offering a whole lot of freedom from the comfort of your own home, simply log on, choose your fabric and then tailor the cross stitching to suit. Available in a huge array of fabrics, colours and sizes (single to super king), you can also purchase an upholstered bed to match.

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Miller Bed from Incy Interiors: Classic, timeless and coming in the most gorgeous emerald colour, the popular Miller (available in single and king single) is expertly crafted out of sturdy and strong metal. Available in a range of Dulux colours, you can also purchase matching bedroom furniture to create the perfect restful space.

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The Pop bed by Hardwick & Cesko: This made to order Tasmanian oak and pine number is currently sold out but due to be available early this year. We love the fun Australian design by David Hardwick, based on paddle pop sticks.

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Sleigh Bed from Lilly & Lolly: A real big boy/girl bed, this classic Sleigh Bed features curved sides to create a sense of privacy and comfort. Available in single, king single and double, a trundle comes as an optional extra.

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Kalon Caravan Divan Bed from Kido Store: The perfect big kid bed for your toddler, the Kalon Caravan Divan can also transition seamlessly into a couch, so you can have it for years to come! Small in size and low to the ground, there are six colour options.

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Madeline Canopy Bed from Pottery Barn Kids: It was my childhood dream to have a four-poster, so I know the Madeline Canopy Bed, with its intricate floral moulding and fluted posts, would have gone down a treat! As an extra, the mattress platform can be raised to accommodate a trundle or lowered to create a comfortable height for small children.

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Sunday Bed from Bednest: With its winged sides, the Sunday Bed is the perfect cosy cocoon. In single and king single (with tall and trundle options also available), you can customise the bed thanks to a wide variety of fabrics; from the neutral tones that will stand the test of time to the totally impractical but fun bright colours.

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Oeuf Perch Bunk from Out of the Cot: Incredibly versatile, the Oeuf Perch Bunk (in birch or walnut) can be configured as a traditional bunk to save space, an L-shaped bunk to fit into unusual spaces, or alternatively both beds can be separated; so you can set up the top bed in one room (with cupboard, dresser or desk underneath) and the lower bed in another — two rooms done! We love the flexibility of this one, meaning you’ll get use out of both beds for years to come.

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Nifty Junior Bed from Ubabub: Starting as a cot, the Nifty converts easily to a junior bed, the perfect next step for a toddler. With its ‘not-so-big’ size and close proximity to the floor, the solid and beautifully designed bed will provide a sense of familiarity and comfort.

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Huckleberry Bed from Bedtime: Made from reclaimed pine, no two beds are the same. Ideal for the rough and tumble of a child’s room, this bed will be all the better, not the worse, for wear! Available in single and king single, there is a wide range of matching accessories, including trundles, bedside tables and bed guards.

 We hope you found this list useful. Please let us know which beds you’d add!

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The latest kid’s bed from BedNest with Sunday Collector

Not many under-threes have a bed named after them, but little Sunday, daughter of fellow blogger Briar Stanley of Sunday Collector, does! Brings a whole new meaning to the concept of a big girl bed!

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BedNest founder Nicky line says: “It’s called the Sunday bed after Briar’s divine daughter and Briar and I designed it together to create the perfect bed to last from toddler to teenager. Can you imagine being a muse at 2.5 years old?!”

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It costs from $1,299 and is available is a wide variety of fabric options. The legs can be changed for taller ones as the child grows.

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Pictured here with Cultiver linen. Shop online.

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BedNest and Cultiver team up on kids bedheads and linen

Bednest, home of upholstered bedheads, and linen brand Cultiver, have collaborated on a classy and classic children’s range.

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Wanting to offer an alternative to parents tired of the garish colours and clunky bed designs crowding the childrens’ market, Nicky Line of BedNest and Nicolle Sullivan of Cultiver joined forces to come up with something altogether more sophisticated but kid-sized.

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December’s 10 most popular posts

1. The Stylist’s Guide to Homewares Shopping in Sydney and Melbourne (with Mr Jason Grant)

2. West Elm and Pottery Barn to open in Australia

3. The BedNest bedhead giveaway

4. A House of two Halves by Greg Natale

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The winner of the BedNest giveaway is…

Ashlin Fong from WA! Congratulations!

She sent in this room photo and we chose her because we loved her reasoning behind why it was her dream sanctuary. I think it’s very Carrie Bradshaw too, Ashlin! It doesn’t hurt that navy and hot pink is one of my favourite colour combinations and you can’t beat adding a touch of gold!

BedNest owner Nicky Line, who judged the winner with me, said: “I really liked the combo of contemporary and pretty working together. I love the feature wall and parquet floor.”

Ashlin wins the upholstered Maddison bedhead worth $1,699. Everyone who entered will be emailed a 10% discount code to use by the end of February.

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Win this upholstered bedhead from BedNest and make your bedroom a beautiful sanctuary

This post is sponsored by BedNest.

The Maddison is the latest divine design in BedNest’s range of upholstered bedheads, bringing a little luxe from Manhattan to your home. The angled, tapered side wings are studded in either antique brass or silver. Stunning in plain velvet, she’s available in a huge range of fabrics, like the satin-based Castello pattern featured here.

Central to BedNest’s philosophy is the idea that your bedroom should be a haven, a sanctuary, a nest; a place where your personality shines through. They understand that transforming your bedroom into something incredible can be overwhelming and time-consuming and that’s how BedNest came about.

A BedNest freestanding upholstered bedhead is the simple way to breathe life into your room by injecting colour, warmth, texture and personality. No fancy fittings or brackets required, the bedheads just slot in behind your ensemble or slatted bed-base.

A simple 3-step online process is all it takes to make the transformation and they’ll guide you every step of the way. Choose from their range of designs, then select the size and finally a fabric and colour that best suits your nest. There’s also a Bespoke BedNest service that offers you the chance to tweak any of their existing designs or even start from scratch using photos, magazine tear sheets or sketches.

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