Do you often get awe-inspired by bedding pictures that you see online? Styling is done in such a subtle way that one would simply want their bed to look like that. The string of thoughts in your mind might often confuse you about how to make your bed respectively. Well, if you look closely, it is the little details that make the bed look astonishing. It is all about passing the creativity block that is instilled in all of us. All we need to do is light up the spark by paying a little more attention to the details.
While doing so you might come across different bedding accessories, but one might just steal your attention, which is a sham. Most of you must have heard about it but might not know what exactly it is. Let us dig deep into what sham bedding is and how can it transform an ordinary-looking bed into a designer bed:
“Interpretation”
What do you think sham means in actual terms? Some of you might know about it. It is a decorative cover on a pillow. However, the literal term does not entirely do justice to what sham is. It is more than an ornament placed on the bed. It is not similar to a throw pillow. A sham pillow is a removable cover that can be easily replaced by other options that you feel are better or if you want to bring change. The replaceable cover means that it is either hiding the pillow with a zip or buttons. Nevertheless, the zip or buttons are not obvious.
The human mind is exceptionally good. It never fails to amaze. We all have creative abilities, which is why we get attracted to respective things instantly. Shopping for bedding accessories is an art. With the variety available, it comes as no surprise that you might get confused. Styling your bed to perfection requires endless efforts and multiple takes.
Let us see when should you use a sham:
“Transfiguration”
Tired of seeing the old boring pillowcases lying on your bed. Well, get up and lift those pillow covers as it is now time to replace them. Sham comes as your savior. You must be thinking about whether sham pillows are comfortable or not. Well, a sham is not as comfortable as regular pillows but it does not necessarily indicate that you cannot sleep on it. Moreover, adding sham pillows does not mean that your other pillows will not be part of the setting. They will be but instead of four you will only have two standard pillowcases, the other two will be replaced by sham.
With that, if you do not want to change anything other than the pillow, due to budget constraints or any other factor, do not worry as a sham pillow is enough to provide your bed with a luxurious look.
Moreover, it even saves you from the hassle of maintenance as it can be easily washed in a washing machine. If you have children, then a sham pillow is something that you do not want to let go of.
“Incongruity”
By now, you must be confused about how a sham is different than a regular pillowcase. Well, let us see the following to find out:
- Sham
- Made of luxurious strands such as silk and sateen
- A hidden zip or button for closure
- Provides bed with an appreciable look
- Pillow
- Made of cotton and polyester
- Obvious side closures
- Provides a comfortable sleeping experience
“Selecting The Right Sham”
One of the most significant principles of shopping is to know about a product before buying it. It can help save you time and effort. With that, it brings erases the confusion brought in by the variety. Sham shopping is not difficult if you know about it. If you do not, then do not worry as Bedding Republic is here as your savior.
Sham does not come in one size, it is available in various sizes such as:
- Standard
- 20 inches x 26 inches
- Queen
- 20 inches x 30 inches
- King
- 20 inches x 30 inches
The choice does not end here, you can even get a custom-made sham with something that will light up your room, and has a deep connection with your personality.
“Styling With Sham”
Now it is time to wake up your inner artist as it is time to transform your bed into something new. There is no right or wrong in styling. You certainly do not need to be an artist to have that eye to choose extraordinarily. Select what catches your attention instantly and resonates with the theme of your room. Various styles of shams are available that are made of different fabrics including cotton and silk. With that, you can even choose between button-down and zip.
Let us share some of the names of the design that might help you in shopping:
- Check Design
- Moroccan
- Tribal
- Stripped
