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If any piece of furniture has main character energy, it’s a canopy bed. Like brightly-painted walls, it can completely change the feel of your room. But that power can be slightly intimidating, so the style is often seen as something only to be used by a seasoned interior designer.
Don’t let that stop you: we’ve clocked more of these pieces on the market lately, and there’s several approachable options from brands we shop all the time, including Lulu and Georgia and Crate & Barrel. Opting for a canopy bed can create the illusion of higher ceilings, make your modern rental feel more soulful, provide a strong focal point in a scattered layout, and, when curtained, even nurture your inner child who loved to build forts. Below, shop our recent favorites, starring a very sneaky hack (you won’t even need to buy a new bed for that one).
Anthropologie Roma Canopy Bed
We won’t play favorites, but we’re pretty impressed by this number from Anthropologie. Everything from the ball forms to the curtains you can add on make it look way more expensive than it is. Don’t be surprised if your friends think it’s bespoke.
Crate & Barrel Coveteur Upholstered Canopy Bed
This lower bed height makes a canopy bed feel more modern, beautifully contrasted with a hand forged-looking steel frame—reminiscent of old-world antiques. Unlike most of our picks on our list, this one is only offered in one fabric: an ivory angora.
IKEA VITARNA Four Poster Bed
If you’re planning on covering your entire canopy bed in curtains, then there’s no need to invest in the frame. This IKEA frame provides an easy base for just $159, so you can spend your budget on a special fabric. Pro tip: complete the look with a tailored bed skirt, too.
Paso Robles Ironworks Custom Bed Canopy
If you already love your bed frame but want to jazz it up, Paso Robles Ironworks offers a simple curved curtain rod that hangs over your bed. You’d have to be looking pretty closely to notice that there are no posters. It adds a lovely hit of romance; dress it with a sheer linen, or pack a punch with a pattern.
Sixpenny Florette Bed
If you have a small space, keep scrolling: this bed is for rooms with ample square footage. The side surfaces are almost like built-in nightstands, offering enough space to comfortably put down an iPad or a magazine.
Lulu and Georgia Anneli Canopy Bed
There’s a new canopy bed in town, and it’s by none other than Sarah Sherman Samuel. The dramatic curves in the headboard give it a playful energy, grounded by a timeless iron frame. While this bed is only offered in one fabric, it’s an easygoing neutral that could work anywhere.
Maiden Home Thompson Canopy Bed
While this option is a little pricier, you’re getting an extremely high quality bed made in North Carolina. Pick from a wide assortment of woods and fabrics, or opt out of upholstery entirely for a bed constructed fully of ash.
Interior Define Rowan Upholstered Canopy Bed
There’s not a sharp corner in sight on this fully upholstered bed. It’s offered in an array of fabrics to match whatever color story you wish to tell. It’s currently 25% off, a deal you won’t want to snooze on (pun intended).
McGee and Co. Gilmore Canopy Bed
This tufted green headboard is really doing it for us. The bed adds an undeniable dose of sophistication to any room, referencing classic design but refined for modern day. We love the tubular bleached oak posters—so fresh.
Serena & Lily Ravello Four Poster Bed
Serena & Lily embraces tropical vibes with this solid wood bed frame made to look like bamboo. The cozy upholstered headboard adds a touch of luxury, but don’t worry, both options are in Perennials performance fabric.